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
27 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
It's been a fantastic first week of school! Thanks for being present and prepared to learn. It's going to be an a-maze-ing year!
2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
The FOCUS Act, a new law for all public schools in the state of Alabama, goes into effect for the 2025-2026 school year. Watch this special message from Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan to learn how we are complying with the law in our schools.
5 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
It was all fun and games this week at Oxmoor Valley Elementary for the school's Game On back to school rally. #SuccessStartsHere
9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Updated bus routes for the 2025-2026 school year are available on our website! See our Back to School Guide for links to this and other important info to prepare for the first day of school on August 7!
12 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
📢📢📢📢ATTENTION PARENTS: Beginning this school year, ALL public Alabama schools will implement the Focus Act — a statewide law passed in an effort to strengthen literacy, ensure early academic success, and provide targeted support for students. Read more on the law here and how it prohibits wireless communication devices in schools.
18 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Are you looking for 2025-2026 calendars? Visit Events to view the district calendar and sync with your personal calendar. For printable calendars, visit the District Calendars documents folder.
26 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
All schools and facilities will be closed tomorrow in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We will resume Sensational Summer Learning on Monday, June 23.
about 2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
4 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
We are proud to announce that several of our scholars will be represented in the Birmingham City Schools Visual Arts Showcase. Featured artists include 3rd grade students Tadarious Calhoun, Ja'Michael Dawson, and Ja'Mon Whittington; 4th grade student Tyiona Richardson; and 5th grade student Iziekiel Dumas. Their exceptional artwork has been selected to showcase the creativity and talent within our school community!
#ovejaguars2025
#BCSstrong
4 months ago, Oxmoor Valley Elementary
4 months ago, Oxmoor Valley Elementary
4 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
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.
4 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
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
5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Reminder: Monday, March 10 is an e-learning day for all Birmingham City Schools. #SuccessStartsHere
5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Oxmoor Valley Elementary School held Dads Read Too this morning as part of Read Across America Week. 90 fathers and community members, including members of organizations like Sixth Avenue Baptist Church, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Nasiha Roho Adinasi Fraternity, Boy Scout Troop 3330, volunteered their time to read to our scholars! Participants received a continental breakfast, a book and a certificate as tokens of thanks for their contributions. #SuccessStartsHere
5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Fundraiser tonight at Chipotle from 4pm-8pm! Order at the restaurant or online. Make sure to tell them you are there for the Oxmoor Valley Elementary Fundraiser! If ordering online use the promo code TBQYZAR at checkout. *Not valid for deliveries.
5 months ago, Oxmoor Valley Elementary
Congratulations to Ms. Jessica Cruz for being voted OVE Teacher of the Month! 🎉🎉. See below for comments from her colleagues.
“Ms. Cruz consistently demonstrates professionalism and remains dedicated to educating her students, regardless of the circumstances. Her positive attitude fosters a supportive and encouraging environment for those around her.”
“Ms. Cruz is a team player! Second grade always exhibits ROAR wherever they go. She is friendly to all faculty and staff and scholars.”
“Ms. Cruz has been a team player as the grade level chair and during duty each day. She is willing to collaborate with her team weekly to aid the achievement goal of scholars.”
#ovejaguars2025
#BCSstrong
#oveteacherofthemonth
6 months ago, Oxmoor Valley Elementary
Reminder: All BCS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day. #SuccessStartsHere
6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
