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A message from Dr. Mark Sullivan

Dr. Mark Sullivan

Hello! I’m Dr. Mark Sullivan, Superintendent of Birmingham City Schools.

I want to tell the entire Birmingham City Schools family THANK YOU! Because of your hard work, dedication, and belief in our mission, Birmingham City Schools has achieved its highest-ever numerical grade (77) on the annual Alabama State Department of Education Report Card.

This incredible milestone belongs to every one of you: our students, teachers, staff, parents, and entire community!

Watch Dr. Sullivan's latest video message for key highlights from the 2025 State Report Card!

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Specialty Schools

Our specialty schools challenge and enrich scholars with advanced curricula and dedicated staff.

Carver Academy of Visual Communications
Academies of Birmingham

Academies of Birmingham are small learning communities that provide relevant curricula, work-based learning opportunities, and internships in the field of study.

BCS Virtual Academy of Learning
Virtual Academy of Learning

Learning from home is a reality with Birmingham City Schools Virtual Academy of Learning. Enrollment is available now for grades 3-12 but space is limited.

BCS Early College at Woodlawn
Early College

BCS Early College is a dual enrollment program where high school students take courses for both college and high school credit.

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Career & Technical Education

CTE is foundation of our future! The rigor and relevance of CTE programs are achieved through offering a variety of occupation-based programs consisting of sequenced courses.

Sensational Summer Learning
Intersession Programs

It is our pleasure to offer all scholars new opportunities to learn and grow during our Intersession weeks.