It's graduation week! 🎓
For full schedule and streaming links, visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/graduation
This is a time to celebrate the accomplishments of our scholars. To avoid distracting from their moment, please remember that clear bag policies are in effect for all ceremonies. Leave prohibited items at home!
Our Summer Lunch Program begins on June 11 at all BCS schools as well as HABD housing communities. Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/o/bcs/page/summer-lunch-program for more information. #SuccessStartsHere
Congratulations to the graduating class of the 125th year of the historic A.H. Parker High School!
$35 million in scholarships
94 graduated with 3.0 GPA or higher
29 received Merit diploma
80% college and career ready
139 headed to college
6 enlisted in the military
And a state championship in football
More photos at https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCeYe3 #SuccessStartsHere
Today, the Kiwanis Club of Birmingham named Jourdin Crawford as Football Player of the Year and honored the Thundering Herd football team with the Fred Sington Award!
Today, BCS proudly celebrated the 4th annual Seal of Biliteracy ceremony, honoring 18 remarkable students who have demonstrated proficiency in both English and Spanish. More photos at https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1LF9j7TUNP
Ladies and gentlemen, join us in congratulating the valedictorians and salutatorians of the Class of 2025 for their hard work and dedication to academic excellence! #SuccessStartsHere
We held our annual Alumni Day this morning! But this just wasn't any other Alumni Day, as we celebrate 125 years this weekend!
A.H. Parker High School Class of 2025 Valedictorian Ashley Valdivia is one of just 750 scholars to receive the prestigious Gates Scholarship!
Today, members of the Class of 2025 at A.H. Parker High School revealed their destinations next fall during the school's annual college signing day ceremony. Colleges, universities, and benefactors awarded more than $16,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors! #SuccessStartsHere
The Herd Wants U! Students at A.H. Parker High School had the opportunity to explore academic programs, extracurricular activities, and athletic teams while meeting teachers, administrators, and student leaders. Mayor Randall Woodfin and Instructional Superintendent Dr. Janice Drake were among the distinguished visitors! #SuccessStartsHere
Parents, sign your scholars up for Sensational Summer Learning and prevent summer learning loss! Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/intersession for more information and to register. #SuccessStartsHere
High school scholar-athletes from across the district teed off at Roebuck Golf Course today in the Inaugural BCS Golf Championship! #SuccessStartsHere
This week, the Birmingham Board of Education recognized Beverly Brown of A.H. Parker High School as Librarian of the Year! #SuccessStartsHere
Are you a Birmingham City Schools high school teacher who is interested in teaching dual enrollment courses to students on your campus? BCS has a unique opportunity for select teachers to engage in the coursework free of charge, which will count toward the required approved 18 graduate hours in the discipline to be taught. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/page/dual-enrollment-teachers #SuccessStartsHere
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now OPEN! Get started at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/registration #SuccessStartsHere 🏫
Out of an abundance of caution, all students will study independently at home due to potential severe weather on March 31, 2025. All district offices will be closed and district staff will work remotely.
Today is the last day of school before Spring Break! All schools will be closed next week, and all BCS facilities will be closed Wednesday through Friday. Enjoy the week off! #SuccessStartsHere
The state champions had one more stop to make on their victory lap this week. On Tuesday, the Parker Thundering Herd visited the Alabama State House, where the team was recognized for its historic season by the House of Representatives. Special thanks to Senator Rodger Smitherman, Representatives Juandalynn Givan and Kelvin Datcher, and Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth! #SuccessStartsHere
Seniors, mark your calendars! #SuccessStartsHere
Coaches and players from the Carver Rams, Huffman Vikings, Parker Lady Bison, and Ramsay Lady Rams spoke with media today at Legion Field ahead of tomorrow's BCS Soccer Championship games. Media included students from Inglenook K-8 School who asked questions of the players!
Watch footage from the press conference tomorrow as part of the pregame coverage of the BCS Soccer Championship! https://www.bhamcityschools.org/events?id=38918519
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