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It’s GAMEDAY! ⚔️🐎

🏈 Huffman vs. Jackson-Olin
🏟️ Viking Stadium
🎥 pregame show at 6 p.m.
📣 kickoff at 7 p.m.
📺 Facebook or YouTube
🎟️ GoFan

#SuccessStartsHere #alpreps
#highschoolfootball

about 4 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools
GAMEDAY HUFFMAN VS JACKSON-OLIN
GAMEDAY JACKSON-OLIN VS HUFFMAN

Innovators win in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition!

With the help of their teachers, students apply science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to invent methods for creating change in their community and compete to win up to $50,000 in prizes for their school, plus the opportunity to work with Samsung employees to develop their innovations, by applying.

Apply today!

about 23 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools
Make an Impact! Learn more about how you can make a change and win big, starting with an idea in your classroom! Samsung Solve for Tomorrow APPLY > SEMIFINALS > FINALS
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During last night's board meeting, the 2026 Orlean Beeson School of Education Distinguished Partner Award was presented to Birmingham City Schools in recognition of its exemplary collaboration and commitment to excellence in education by strengthening opportunities for students, educators and the community. The award was presented by Dr. Monique Gardner Witherspoon, Professor of Educational Leadership, and Dr. Kara M. Chism, Department Chair of Educational Leadership, with Board President Sherman Collins and Human Resources Officer Dr. Corvetta Clasberry accepting it. #SuccessStartsHere 🏆
1 day ago, Birmingham City Schools
During last night's board meeting, the 2026 Orlean Beeson School of Education Distinguished Partner Award was presented to Birmingham City Schools in recognition of its exemplary collaboration and commitment to excellence in education by strengthening opportunities for students, educators and the community. The award was presented by Dr. Monique Gardner Witherspoon, Professor of Educational Leadership, and Dr. Kara M. Chism, Department Chair of Educational Leadership, with Board President Sherman Collins and Human Resources Officer Dr. Corvetta Clasberry accepting it.

Our cameras took a peek inside the classrooms during Fall intersession, where reading and math enrichment, small group instruction, and more were underway. We visited...

🍁 Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School, which is also the host site for Camp Wellness,
🍁 Robinson Elementary, where students from Miles College read to third graders,
🍁 Putnam Middle School, the home of Empower Academy for middle school scholars
🍁 and Booker T. Washington K-8 School!

You can still register your scholars for the rest of the week! Visit to register!

2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Empower Academy at Putnam Middle
Washington K-8
Ossie Ware Mitchell
Robinson Elementary
Camp Wellness
Bowling teams from Parker, Huffman, Woodlawn, Wenonah and Ramsay congregated at the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame today for Media Day! #SuccessStartsHere 🎳
2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Bowling Media Day
Parker
Huffman
Woodlawn
Wenonah
Ramsay
Our scholars aren't the only ones who are learning every day. Our educators and staff are constantly improving their knowledge and skills, too!

The Professional Development Department recently hosted its first Mentor-Mentee Academy, bringing together more than 120 educators for a day of meaningful learning, collaboration, and professional growth facilitated by Dr. Tammarra Tippett, Program Specialist for Professional Learning.

And yesterday, the Social and Emotional Learning Department brought together more than 100 educators for Beyond the 504 Plan: ADHD, Behavioral Disorders & Classroom Management. Alabama State Senator Rodger Smitherman joined them in support of student success and educator development!

#SuccessStartsHere
2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Mentor-Mentee Professional Development
Mentor-Mentee Professional Development
SEL 504 Professional Development
SEL 504 Professional Development
Mentor-Mentee Professional Development
Mentor-Mentee Professional Development
Mentor-Mentee Professional Development
SEL 504 Professional Development
SEL 504 Professional Development
SEL 504 Professional Development
Dreams take off in Birmingham City Schools!

Ramsay Senior Chase Holt is featured on a new billboard promoting Birmingham City Schools at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.

Holt, who has committed to accepting a football scholarship at Harvard University, had the opportunity to see the billboard in person today! #SuccessStartsHere 🛫
3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Ramsay's Chase Holt and his billboard at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
Ramsay's Chase Holt and his billboard at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
Ramsay's Chase Holt and his billboard at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
Ramsay's Chase Holt and his billboard at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
Ramsay's Chase Holt and his billboard at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
Ramsay's Chase Holt and his billboard at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
Ramsay's Chase Holt received a token of appreciation from the Birmingham Airport Authority!

The Huffman Vikings clash with the Jackson-Olin Mustangs in the BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week this Thursday, October 8! Watch live on Facebook or YouTube starting at 6 p.m.

3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Huffman vs. Jackson-Olin
Attention high school seniors: Alabama A&M University Magic City Metro Alumni Chapter is hosting its "Start Here, Go Anywhere" bus trip on Saturday, Nov. 14! To register visit
https://rb.gy/fxwn35 #SuccessStartsHere 🚌
4 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Alabama A&M University Magic City Metro Alumni Chapter "Start Here, Go Anywhere" High School Bus Trip for Birmingham Metro Senior Students AAMU 2026 High School S e n i o r D a y Saturday, November 14, 2026 To register visit https://rb.gy/fxwn35
Congratulations to our High School and Middle School Volleyball Champions! 🏐🏆

🐏 The Ramsay Lady Rams defeated Carver 2 sets to 0 to claim the High School Championship!

🦁 The Phillips Lady Lion outlasted W.J. Christian 2 sets to 1 to take home the Middle School Championship!

#SuccessStartsHere
5 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS RAMSAY LADY RAMS
MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS PHILLIPS LADY LIONS
Congratulations to our Scholar Athletes of the Week from A.H. Parker High School, presented by Marlon King with BLOC Global Group Commercial Real Estate!

🏈 Keegan Jones, 4.1 GPA
🎺 Savé Davis-Williams, 4.0 GPA
🏐 Leigh Thomas, 3.8 GPA

#SuccessStartsHere ⚡️🦬
5 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
🏈 Keegan Jones, 4.1 GPA
🎺 Savé Davis-Williams, 4.0 GPA
🏐 Leigh Thomas, 3.8 GPA
Congratulations to our Scholar Athletes of the Week from A.H. Parker High School, presented by Marlon King with BLOC Global Group Commercial Real Estate!
FINAL FROM SMITHFIELD!

Parker celebrates homecoming with a convincing win over Huffman. #SuccessStartsHere ⚡️🦬
6 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
FINAL SCORE PARKER 56 HUFFMAN 14

BCS Under the Lights presents: the BCS Volleyball Championship! Competition starts at 8 a.m. at the Birmingham Crossplex, and live coverage of the finals begins at 1 p.m. 🏐

6 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP OCTOBER 3 MIDDLE SCHOOL @ 1 Ρ.Μ. HIGH SCHOOL @3:30 Ρ.Μ. BIRMINGHAM CROSSPLEX 2340 Crossplex Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35208 BCS UNDER LIGHTS -THE- LIVESTREAMING ON- facebook YouTube @BHMCITYSCHOOLS NOTE: TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

It’s GAMEDAY! ⚡️🦬⚔️

🏈 Parker vs. Huffman
🏟️ Major Brown Memorial Stadium
🎥 pregame show at 6 p.m.
📣 kickoff at 7 p.m.
📺 Facebook or YouTube
🎟️ GoFan

#SuccessStartsHere #alpreps #highschoolfootball

6 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
GAMEDAY PARKER VS. HUFFMAN
GAMEDAY HUFFMAN @ PARKER
Alabama College Application Week is October 5-9!

During this week, participating colleges and universities waive their application fees, so students can apply to college at no cost. It's a great chance for seniors to submit applications and take a big step toward their post-high school plans without worrying about the fee.

The list of participating colleges and their waiver codes can be found HERE. Please note that the waiver codes only work the week of October 5-9. #SuccessStartsHere 🎓
7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Alabama College Application Week During this week, participating colleges and universities will waive their application fees, allowing students to apply to college at no cost. This is a great opportunity for seniors to submit their applications and take an important step toward their post-high school plans without the added expense of application fees.
Semana de Solicitudes Universitarias de Alabama Durante esta semana, las universidades e instituciones de educación superior participantes eximirán el pago de las cuotas de solicitud, permitiendo a los estudiantes postularse sin costo alguno. Esta es una excelente oportunidad para que los estudiantes de último año presenten sus solicitudes y den un paso importante hacia sus planes para después de la preparatoria, sin el gasto adicional que suponen dichas cuotas.
Dyslexia affects roughly one out of every five children in the U.S. Know the signs. Break the stigma. Learn more at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/dyslexia #SuccessStartsHere 🧠
7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow applications are officially open for this year! This is an incredible opportunity for our scholars to tackle real-world community issues using STEM, get hands-on project experience, and compete for life-changing classroom technology. 🔬⚗🔭

Sign up at https://www.samsung.com/us/solvefortomorrow/ #SuccessStartsHere
8 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
South Hampton Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Team
READY TO JOIN US? REGISTER TODAY!

Register online: https://prek.alaceed.alabama.gov

For more information, contact BCS Early Learning : (205) 231-9842

#SuccessStartsHere
9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
FIRST CLASS PRE-K PRE-REGISTRATION Our future leaders can start their education today.
INSCRIPCIONES PARA PRIMERA CLASE DE PRE-KINDER Nuestros futuros líderes pueden comenzar su educación hoy.
Martha Gaskins students celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with music, dance, and a colorful Parade of Flags!
9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Our scholars at Oliver Elementary School enjoyed having lunch with their grandparents! The school recently held a Grandparents Luncheon coinciding with the arrival of fall. #SuccessStartsHere 🍽️
9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Oliver Elementary School Grandparents Luncheon
Oliver Elementary School Grandparents Luncheon
Oliver Elementary School Grandparents Luncheon
Oliver Elementary School Grandparents Luncheon
Oliver Elementary School Grandparents Luncheon
Oliver Elementary School Grandparents Luncheon