We're bringing parent-teacher communication to the Birmingham City Schools, AL app! Look for invites to connect with your scholars' teachers over the next week. In the meantime, download the BCS app for iPhone or Android! #SuccessStartsHere

3 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Say "hello" to even more in the BCS app. Messages, Events, Documents, Classes, Notifications...Download the Birmingham City Schools, AL app from the iOS App Store or Android Play Store and enable Notifications
October is National Principals Appreciation Month. We are thankful to all of our principals for setting the standard for success in our schools! #SuccessStartsHere
3 minutes ago, Birmingham City Schools
OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS APPRECIATION MONTH We are PROUD of the leaders in our schools!
OCTUBRE MES NACIONAL DE RECONOCIMIENTO A LOS DIRECTORES ¡Estamos ORGULLOSOS de los líderes en nuestras escuelas!

Parents of seniors, learn more about your scholars' post-secondary education opportunities next Tuesday at the Lincoln Professional Development Center! There are five times available (and the 1 p.m. meeting will have Spanish translation available). Register at https://forms.gle/8xvyTuSQ16w1asfV9 #SuccessStartsHere

2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Senior Parent Meetings Tuesday October 7, 2025 at the Lincoln Professional Development Center (901 9th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35204 Time: 8:30AM, 10:30AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM  Topics:   BCS School Counseling Program(Graduation Requirements, CTE,CCR, Scholarship Information)  Alabama Goes to College Campaign Initiatives  FAFSA/Financial Aid Information - Lawson State Community College  Birmingham Promise Scholarship Application
Reunión de padres de estudiantes de último año Martes 7 de octubre de 2025 Lincoln Professional Development Center, Gimnasio 901 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35204 Horarios de las sesiones: 8:30 a. m., 10:30 a. m., 1 p. m. (interpretación es español disponible), 3 p. m., 5 p. m. Tiempo total de la reunión: 1 hora TEMAS DE LA REUNION • Programa de orientación escolar del BCS • Iniciativas de la campaña Alabama va a la universidad • Información sobre FAFSA/Ayuda financiera • Solicitud de beca Birmingham Promise
Seniors and juniors, learn more about post-secondary education and additional scholarship opportunities at The Birmingham Promise College and Career Fair on October 14 at the Crossplex. #SuccessStartsHere
3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
The Birmingham Promise College & Career Fair for high school juniors and seniors -- learn more about our college partners and additional scholarship opportunities Tuesday October 14 9am-2pm at the Crossplex

It's GAMEDAY!🦬

🏈 Parker Thundering Herd vs. Hoover
🏟 A.H. Parker Major Brown Memorial Stadium
🕕 pregame show starts at 6 p.m.
🕖 kickoff at 7 p.m.
📺 YouTube / Facebook
🎟 GoFan

5 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
GAMEDAY PARKER VS HOOVER

The annual Magic City #MarchingBand Festival takes place on October 19 at G.W. Carver Stadium. All BCS high school bands and the BCS Middle School All-City Drumwill perform. Tickets are $10 and are available via GoFan. 🎺🎷🥁

7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
MAGIC CITY MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL  OCTOBER 19, 2025  2 P.M. @ G.W. CARVER Tickets $10 * All BCS High School Bands * BCS Middle School All City Drum Line PRESENTED BY BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT
Camp Wellness is BACK for Fall Intersession. This social and emotional learning program supports the mental health of high school scholars through STEM activities, yoga, cultural experiences, and field trips. Contact Cheryl Hilliard, Mental Health Coordinator at 205-231-9866 or chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us to register. #SuccessStartsHere
8 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
CAMP WELLNESS FOR GRADES 9TH-12TH October 6 - 10, 2025 A. H. Parker High School 400 Rev. Abraham Woods Blvd. • Birmingham, AL 35204 TO REGISTER CONTACT Cheryl Hilliard, Mental Health Coordinator • 205-231-9866 • chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us
Campamento de Bienestar Para los grados 9 al 12 Del 6 al 10 de octubre de 2025 Escuela A. H. Parker High School 400 Rev. Abraham Woods Blvd. • Birmingham, AL 35204 PARA REGISTRARSE, CONTACTE A Cheryl Hilliard, Coordinadora de Salud Mental • 205-231-9866 • chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us

Fall Intersession is set for October 6-11! Registration is now open. #SuccessStartsHere

9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
2025 FALL INTERSESSION OCTOBER 6-10 Elementary, 6-8 and K-8: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. High Schools: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. WHAT'S INCLUDED • One-on-one & small group instruction • Transportation • Breakfast & Lunch • Engaging Enrichment Activities
2025 INTERCESIÓN DE OTOÑO DEL 6 AL 10 DE OCTUBRE Elementaria, 6-8 y K-8: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Preparatorias: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. QUÉ ESTÁ INCLUIDO • Instrucción Individualizada y en grupo pequeño • Transporte • Desayuno y Almuerzo • Actividades enriquecedoras y atractivas

The defending 6A state football champion Parker Thundering Herd clash with 7A heavyweights Hoover Bucs in our Game of the Week. Watch Parker Thundering Herd vs. Hoover live right here on BCS Under the Lights!

9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week: Parker Thundering Herd vs. Hoover -- Sept 26 at Major Brown Memorial Stadium
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from Birmingham City Schools! We are proud to celebrate the cultural diversity of our students, families, and employees. #SuccessStartsHere
16 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 15 Celebrating the culture and achievements of our students, families, and employees in the city of Birmingham.
BCS CELEBRA EL AES DE LA HERENCIA HISPANA 15 DE SEPTIEMBRE - 15 DE OCTUBRE Celebrando la cultura y logros de nuestros estudiantes, familias y empleados en la ciudad de Birmingham.

FINAL from Smithfield! Parker prevails over Mountain Brook to extend its winning streak to 12 games. What's the word? Thundering Herd!

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
FINAL SCORE Parker 27, Mountain Brook 11

It's GAMEDAY! 🦬

🏈 Parker Thundering Herd vs. Mountain Brook
🏟 Major Brown Memorial Stadium at A.H. Parker H.S.
🕕 Pregame show starts at 6 p.m.
🕖 Kickoff at 7 p.m.
📺 BCS Under the Lights
🎟 GoFan

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
GAMEDAY: Parker vs. Mountain Brook
Reminder: all of our schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day.
about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
All BCS schools and offices will be closed Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day.
TODAS LAS ESCUELAS Y OFICINAS DE BCS ESTARÁN CERRADAS Lunes 1 de Septiembre EN CONMEMORACIÓN DEL DÍA DEL TRABAJO

Breakfast is essential to success in the classroom! Make the most of your child's morning with your School Breakfast Program. It's nutritious, convenient, and low cost. #SuccessStartsHere

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
Breakfast is essential to success in the classroom! Make the most of your child's morning with your School Breakfast Program Nutritious Convenient Low Cost
El desayuno es esencial para el éxito en el aula! Aprovecha al máximo la mañana de tu hijo con tu Programa de Desayuno Escolar Nutritivo | Conveniente | Económico

We're going back-to-back with the Parker Thundering Herd for our BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week! This Friday, the Herd defends its home turf against the invading Mountain Brook Spartans. Broadcast starts at 6 p.m. with kickoff at 7 p.m. Visit the BCS Under the Lights page for more details.

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week Parker Thundering Herd vs. Mountain Brook Spartans August 29 at Major Brown Memorial Stadium

Football is BACK! Ramsay and Parker kicked off the season last night, with the remainder of our high schools in action tonight. Here are the players to keep an eye on.

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Players to Watch in 2025 WOODLAWN HIGH SCHOOL Keliaun Johnson - DB Cornealius Hudson - ATH Deitric Young - ATH Elijah Foreman - OL/DE PARKER HIGH SCHOOL JaMareon Fisk - LB Jeremiah Jackson - RB Anthony Craig - S Chancellor Sparks - RB RAMSAY HIGH SCHOOL Davey Lawrence III, - QB Jordan Smith - LB Carlos May - DT Jayden Martin - RB Michell Orr - WR Pierce Alexander - WR HUFFMAN HIGH SCHOOL Joel Ray - DE/TE Jayden Grant - RB Reginald Jones - LB CARVER HIGH SCHOOL Tayler Willison - DE/TE Xavion Wood - WR Jaquaveon Sands - CB/WR Kenterll Tolbert - RB De'Jarvis Wade II - QB Kendell Thomas - WR WENONAH HIGH SCHOOL Demazia Taylor - QB/WR JACKSON-OLIN HIGH SCHOOL Darrion Lewis - RB/DB/WR Tristian Carter - DE/TE Fredric Reese - WR/DB
Final from Legion Field! Parker opens up its title defense with a resounding win over Ramsay fueled by a high-flying passing game. #SuccessStartsHere #highschoolfootball
about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
Parker 41 Ramsay 13
It's GAMEDAY!
🏈 Ramsay Rams vs. Parker Thundering Herd
🏟 Legion Field
🕕 Pre-game show 6 p.m.
🕖 Kickoff 7 p.m.
📺🎟 Streaming & ticket links: https://www.bhamcityschools.org/utl

#SuccessStartsHere #highschoolfootball
about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
GAMEDAY: RAMSAY VS PARKER

Tune in tonight at 6 p.m. for the BCS Under the Lights Preseason Show! The BCS Media team has the inside scoop on the contenders and ascenders and the players to watch for the season in football and flag football. #SuccessStartsHere #highschoolfootball

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Preseason Show -- Our official breakdown of the upcoming season of BCS football -- August 20 @ 6 p.m. -- Watch us live on Facebook or YouTube @Bhamcityschools

On Thursday, Parker and Ramsay will be competitors on the turf at Legion Field. Today, they were united in a common goal: STOP THE VIOLENCE. During the press conference for the fourth annual Stop the Violence Classic, players, coaches, and administrators from the two schools, along with district and community leaders, spoke with media about how this game is more than just a game, but a plea for peace. Read more in our News section.

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
Parker High School representatives
(left to right) Ramsay's Jarred Brundidge, James Reynolds, and Coach Ronnie Jackson, Parker Coach Frank Warren with players Dylan Reese and Chancellor Sparks
Ramsay Principal Dr. Carolyn Russell-Walker and Parker Principal Darrell Hudson
Ramsay's James Reynolds greets Parker's Chancellor Sparks as Ramsay's Jarred Brundidge and Parker's Dylan Reese look on.
Dr. Mark Sullivan
Board Member Leticia Harvill
Stop the Violence Press Conference speakers