Martha Gaskins Elementary
An EXCELLENT Elementary School
Attendance Matters – Every Day Counts!
At Martha Gaskins Elementary School, we believe that every school day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed! Regular attendance is one of the most important factors in helping our scholars reach their full potential.
When students attend school every day, they are able to stay connected to classroom instruction, strengthen their reading and math skills, build positive relationships, and develop habits that lead to lifelong success.
We need the support of our families to make attendance a priority. Please help your scholar arrive at school every day, on time, ready to learn, and prepared to do their best.
Be Here. Be Ready. Be Engaged. Be Your Best!
Every Day Counts. Every Scholar Matters. Attendance Matters!
Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Where Students Grow, Achieve, and Succeed!
At Martha Gaskins Elementary School, we believe that every school day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed! Regular attendance is one of the most important factors in helping our scholars reach their full potential.
When students attend school every day, they are able to stay connected to classroom instruction, strengthen their reading and math skills, build positive relationships, and develop habits that lead to lifelong success.
We need the support of our families to make attendance a priority. Please help your scholar arrive at school every day, on time, ready to learn, and prepared to do their best.
Be Here. Be Ready. Be Engaged. Be Your Best!
Every Day Counts. Every Scholar Matters. Attendance Matters!
Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Where Students Grow, Achieve, and Succeed!
September is Attendance Awareness Month!
Did you know that scholars who are chronically absent (or miss two days per month) are more likely to fall behind in school?
Learn more at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/aam #SuccessStartsHere ✅
Did you know that scholars who are chronically absent (or miss two days per month) are more likely to fall behind in school?
Learn more at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/aam #SuccessStartsHere ✅
Attention Martha Gaskins parents,
SAVE THE DATES:
1. August 6th PreK Meet the Teacher Event at 4:30 pm in the Annex.
2. August 7th Grades K, 1 Meet the Teacher Event at 4:30 pm in the Annex.
3. August 7th Grades 2nd - 5th Meet the Teacher Event at 5:30 pm in the main building.
We anticipate the best school year yet!
Sincerely,
Dr. H. Blackmon
Principal
205-745-1074
Dear parents,
I pray all is well! This is a friendly reminder for you to register your child for the 2026-2027 academic school year. The first day of school is August 10, 2026. Please call the main office at 205-231-9200 if you need an access code or any help! Free see-through book bags will be given to children whose parents register them before Day one!
See you soon,
Principal,
Dr. H. Blackmon
Sensational Summer Learning is all fun and games for our young scholars at the Martha Gaskins Elementary School Early Learning Annex! There's still time to register your scholar! ☀️
Summer is ALMOST here -- make sure to keep some good books near for your scholars! Our Curriculum and Instruction Department has curated its annual Summer Reading List for every reading level. K-5 lists include links to chapter books on myON as well.
Sensational Summer Learning starts June 15 at ALL school campuses! Don't miss this opportunity for your scholar to learn and grow over the summer. Register now at https://bhamcityschools.org/summer-learning #SuccessStartsHere ☀️
Registration for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open! Give your scholar a head start towards success with Birmingham City Schools. We offer a rigorous education that prepares our scholars for college, careers and life.
The results are in! The winners in the Elementary Division of the 2026 Academic Bowl are...
🥇 Princeton Alternative
🥈 Martha Gaskins
🥉 Oxmoor Valley
#SuccessStartsHere
🥇 Princeton Alternative
🥈 Martha Gaskins
🥉 Oxmoor Valley
#SuccessStartsHere
The final competitions for the 2026 Academic Bowl are set! Watch the High School and Middle School rounds LIVE on YouTube tomorrow starting at 10 a.m. Look for results in the News section. #SuccessStartsHere
Our Learning Network I Principals wish you and your families a Merry Christmas! #SuccessStartsHere
Gee whiz, what a great Christmas concert! The full festival is viewable on Facebook and YouTube and more photos are available on Facebook. 🎄
From our BCS family to yours, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! #SuccessStartsHere
Reminder: all of our schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Stay updated on events and holidays via the Events section of our website. #SuccessStartsHere
We are grateful for all of our educators. Tell your teachers THANKS this month! #SuccessStartsHere
Parent Zoom tonight at 5:30 please join us as we discuss the state ACAP report card grades which the state will release on November 13, 2025. The zoom meeting ID is 880 8120 7286. Please log in on the Zoom website or your app!
Families impacted by SNAP delays can now apply for supplemental funding through the City of Birmingham. Visit https://www.birminghamal.gov/bhamready to apply.
This Friday, October 31 will be an e-learning day for Birmingham City Schools! This day is also set aside for parent-teacher conferences, so please reach out to your teachers to schedule meetings during working hours.
Visit our Events page to view other key dates throughout the school year. #SuccessStartsHere
Parents, we want your feedback about our schools! Text SURVEY to 205-941-6585 OR visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/survey to begin. The survey is open until Nov. 14. #SuccessStartsHere
