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Dyslexia affects roughly one out of every five children in the U.S. Know the signs. Break the stigma. Learn more at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/dyslexia #SuccessStartsHere 🧠
Camp Wellness is next week at Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School for sixth through eighth grade scholars and is full of fun activities, like yoga, physical fitness, a field trip, and more! See flyer for details. #SuccessStartsHere 🧘🏾♀️🤸🏽💃🏽
Fall Intersession provides learning opportunities for every scholar at every grade level.
With focused instruction, scholars can improve their skills. Enrichment activities introduce scholars to areas of study they normally would not have access to. ACT and ACAP prep courses are also available.
Don’t miss out on these opportunities for additional learning! Register today!
Hispanic Heritage Month begins today! 🎉👏🏽🎊
At Birmingham City Schools, we celebrate the diversity of our scholars, families, and staff. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the culture, history, languages, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. #SuccessStartsHere
This week, we show our appreciation to our Community School Coordinator Devon Frazier and our team of community school specialists who serve as a bridge between our schools, families, and community resource partners! Learn more about our Community Schools strategy in this video!
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.
During today’s Birmingham City Council meeting, Council President Pro Tempore LaTonya Tate issued resolutions honoring scholars from District 9!
🌪️ South Hampton K-8 Storm Sentinels Team were national finalists in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026 competition.
🏃🏾♂️ Jackson-Olin H.S. Boys Indoor Relay Team finished #1 in 6A, #2 in Alabama, #10 in Southeast Region and #12 in the nation. The team ran the fastest time 4x400m time (3:17.54) by a 6A program in a decade!
🌪️ South Hampton K-8 Storm Sentinels Team were national finalists in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2026 competition.
🏃🏾♂️ Jackson-Olin H.S. Boys Indoor Relay Team finished #1 in 6A, #2 in Alabama, #10 in Southeast Region and #12 in the nation. The team ran the fastest time 4x400m time (3:17.54) by a 6A program in a decade!
The South Hampton Storm Sentinels team has arrived in Washington! Tomorrow, these scholars will make their presentation in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow National Finals. Watch live via YouTube starting at 8 a.m. Central! 🌪️
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.
Last year, South Hampton K-8 was the only Alabama school to advance to the semifinals of the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition. This year, the school is among the ten national finalists! #SuccessStartsHere
Watch the BCS Cheer Competition Middle School Division this Friday evening, followed by High School Varsity on Saturday morning, LIVE on Facebook or YouTube!
Scholars at South Hampton K-8 School had two very special guests for their podcast today!
Lisa McNair, whose sister Denise was one of four girls slain in the infamous 1963 bombing of 16th Street Baptist Church, and Tammie Fields, whose father Charles Cagle was implicated in the horrific attack, spoke with the scholars about the unlikely bond they have formed and shared their message of love and forgiveness with them.
Look for reports from WBRC Fox 6, WVTM NBC 13 and WIAT CBS 42 news broadcasts tonight!
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
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
