Birmingham City Schools

#SuccessStartsHere at Wenonah High School

💰 $60.4 million in scholarship awards
📜 1437 scholarships received by 78 graduates
📚 80 graduates enrolling in college

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

10 minutes ago, Birmingham City Schools

BREAKING NEWS: Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan has been selected as the School Superintendents of Alabama District 5 Superintendent of the Year! #SuccessStartsHere 🏆

about 2 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools

Congratulations to the Virtual Academy of Learning Class of 2026! More than half of these graduates are continuing to post-secondary institutions, with $5 million in scholarships earned. These Cyber Tigers are on the move! 🖥️🐯🎓 #SuccessStartsHere

about 17 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools

#SuccessStartsHere at P.D. Jackson-Olin High School

🌟 79 AP courses taken
💰 $5 million in scholarship awards
📜 149 scholarships received by 37 graduates
📚 80 graduates enrolling in college

Congratulations Mustang Class of 2026!

about 18 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools

#SuccessStartsHere with the Woodlawn High School Class of 2026!

📚 75 dual enrollment courses taken
💰 $5.2 million in scholarship awards
📜 71 scholarships received by 23 graduates

Congratulations Colonels!

about 23 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools

We're horsing around for wellness at Hayes K-8! Equine therapy is a therapeutic approach using horses to help individuals improve mental, emotional, and physical health. 🐴

3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

🎓It's Commencement Week! Before we celebrate the Class of 2026, we have just a few housekeeping items...

🛄 Graduations are subject to clear-bag policy.
🚫 Prohibited items will NOT be allowed in the arena!
⏱️ Arrive early! Schedules are available at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/events

3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

Class of 2026 Commencement Week May 18-22, 2026

GRADUATION GUIDELINES CLEAR BAGS ONLY MASKS OPTIONAL PROHIBITED ITEMS جارمَمْ /تم Umbrellas Balloons Confetti Poppers Airhorns Weapons Illegal Drugs Alcohol Head Posters Sharp Objects

2026 COMMENCEMENT SCHEDULES REHEARSAL MAY 18, 2026 9 A.M. - 10 A.M. WOODLAWN HIGH SCHOOL 11 A.M. - 12 P.M. P.D. JACKSON-OLIN HIGH SCHOOL 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. BCS VIRTUAL ACADEMY 3 P.М. - 4 P.M. WENONAH HIGH SCHOOL REHEARSAL MAY 19, 2026 9 A.M. - 10 A.M. A.H. PARKER HIGH SCHOOL 11 A.M. - 12 P.M. RAMSAY I.B. HIGH SCHOOL 1 P.M. - 2 P.M. G.W. CARVER HIGH SCHOOL 3 P.M. - 4 P.M. HUFFMAN HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT MAY 20, 2026 10 A.M. - 11 A.M. WOODLAWN HIGH SCHOOL 2 P.M. - 3 P.M. P.D. JACKSON-OLIN HIGH SCHOOL 5 P.M. - 6 P.M. BCS VIRTUAL ACADEMY COMMENCEMENT MAY 21, 2026 10 A.M. - 11 A.M. WENONAH HIGH SCHOOL 2 P.M. - 3 P.M. A.H. PARKER HIGH SCHOOL 5 P.M. - 6 P.M. RAMSAY I.B. HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT MAY 22, 2026 10 A.M. - 11 A.M. G.W. CARVER HIGH SCHOOL 2 P.M. - 3 P.M. HUFFMAN HIGH SCHOOL

The Alabama State Games kick off in Birmingham on June 12! $42,500 in scholarship awards are available to participating athletes. Visit https://alagames.com for more information. #SuccessStartsHere #TeamAla

3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

Alabama State Games $42,500 in scholarship awards -- more info at alagames.com

Today, we celebrated 36 outstanding scholars from across Birmingham City Schools who earned the Seal of Biliteracy — a powerful achievement that recognizes proficiency in multiple languages and a commitment to global citizenship. 🌍🎓 A special congratulations to Michelle Reyes-Poot for being named the Alabama Seal of Biliteracy Student of the Year!

6 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

Today, fifth graders from Barrett Elementary and Robinson Elementary had the great opportunity to tour their perspective middle school for next year, Ossie Ware Mitchell! #SuccessStartsHere

6 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

Before the polls open, let's chat about voting in Alabama. Tune into the Do The Vote Thing Town Hall on May 18 at 5 p.m. #SuccessStartsHere

6 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

MAY 18 @ 5 P.M. CT DTVT YOUTH TOWN HALL BEFORE THE POLLS, LET'S CHAT ABOUT VOTING IN ALABAMA. MAY 19 RIDES TO THE POLLS CONTACT GUIDANCE COUNSELOR FOR UBER CODE INFORMATION REGISTER NOW! DOTHEVOTETHING.ORG @ALAVALUES

Scholars at G.W. Carver High School had a great time at the Mental Wellness Fair hosted by our SEL Department today!

Special thanks to Jefferson County District Attorney Danny Carr for donating giveaways and stopping by to chat with our Rams!

6 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

🌎✈️ Passport to learning! Today, scholars at Hayes K-8 School traveled the world without leaving campus during the International Fair. Students explored cultures from different countries, discovered global traditions, and enjoyed tasting foods from around the world. What an amazing day of learning and celebration! 🌍🍽️ #SuccessStartsHere

7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

Hayes K-8 International FairHayes K-8 International Fair

No rain on this parade -- just Dragons REIGN!

We celebrated the Wenonah Dragon boys basketball STATE CHAMPS today! #SuccessStartsHere 🏀🏆🐉

7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

Wenonah Dragons State Championship Parade

The 2026 destination for the Birmingham International Dual Enrollment Academy is Wales!

Apply at https://birminghamsistercities.org/idea #SuccessStartsHere

7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

The Birmingham IDEA International Dual Enrollment Academy APPLY TODAY! Scan the QR code or visit https://birminghamsistercities.org/idea DEADLINE MAY 20TH 2026 Destination WALES COLLEGE CREDIT FREE classes @ Miles College! Earn up to 9 credit hours. INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL Pack your bags for Wales! We'll help secure your passport. SUMMER STIPEND Receive $500 or more when you complete the Academy. CULTURAL ENRICHMENT Learn about Welsh culture & customs from local experts. CAREER READINESS CITIZEN DIPLOMACY Gain valuable skills for the global workforce. Become a Global Ambassador for your hometown. Program Eligibility and Requirements • Enrollment in Birmingham City Schools for 2026-2027 school year • Current Sophomore or Junior • 3.0 GPA (preferred) • Ability to fully participate in all coursework and enrichment sessions Cardiff 2026 Program Partners and Sponsors * ORRiCiaN Seal BIRMINGHAM CIT Y S CHOOLS BUILDING LEADERS. IMPACTING THE WORLD. MILES COLLEGE The Links, Incorporated Linked in Friendship, Connected in Service Birmingham (AL) Chapter

Hemphill Elementary School received a Certificate of Achievement in the 2025-2026 Acts of Service Contest! #SuccessStartsHere

7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

There's something for every scholar during Sensational Summer Learning!

📚 elementary: strong focus on reading
🔬 middle: STEM, field trips, transition camps
🎓 secondary: ACT prep, dual enrollment, credit advancement

Don't miss these enrichment opportunities! Register today at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/summer-learning #SuccessStartsHere ☀️

8 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

Sensational Summer Learning -- there's something for every scholar! Starts June 15, 2026 Register today at bhamcityschools.org

Twelve graduating seniors have signed on to work with area companies after graduation through the Academy of Craft Training! 🚧🦺🧱🧰

9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools

Academy of Craft Training Signing Class of 2026 from Birmingham City Schools

Huffman High School: Nia Hall – Robins & Morton

Ramsay I.B. High School: Dy'Yvonne Walton – Birmingham & Associates (left)

Parker's Brayan Lemus and Career Coach Dr. Waynetta Turner

Wenonah High School: Brian Ramos – Bright Future Electric; Quinton Counts – Hardy Corporation

A.H. Parker High School: Carlos Landaverde – Watson Bruhn; Brayan Lemus – Bright Future Electric

Huffman High School: Martino Grace – Hardy Corporation; Quenton Radford – Tassco

G.W. Carver High School: Michael Trotter – Comfort Systems USA-Midsouth; Franklin Juarez – Shelby Contractors

Jeanine Little, Career Coach, Ramsay & Wenonah Area; Dr Engrid Roy, Career Coach, Carver & Jackson-Olin Areas; Dr Eleanor Cox, CTE Support; Dr Waynetta Turner, Career Coach, Parker & Woodlawn Areas; Dr Clarissa Reese, Director of Postsecondary Success

We appreciate our community partner, Birmingham Legion FC Soccer, for providing a VIP experience for our BCS employees during Teacher Appreciation Week! We are so thankful for their partnership and thoughtfulness in supporting our district! #SuccessStartsHere 🍎

10 days ago, Birmingham City Schools