The first day of classes for the 2025-26 school year is August 7! This news post will serve as a back-to-school guide for all the things parents will need to do to be Ready Day One.
Register now to ensure your child(ren) are in class on the first day! Head over to our registration page to begin the process. If you need in-person assistance, extended help desk hours are available at the Lincoln Professional Development Center Monday through Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Don't delay; register today!
Calendars
Sync the district calendar with your personal calendar in the Events section of our website. Printable calendars are also available here.
Rooms
Starting this school year, we will use the Rooms platform through the BCS mobile app for classroom communications. Download the BCS app for iPhone or Android and look out for onboarding emails later in July.
Alabama will hold its 20th annual back-to-school sales tax holiday, beginning Friday, July 18 at 12:01 a.m. and ending Sunday, July 20 at midnight. This event gives shoppers the opportunity to purchase certain school supplies, computers, and clothing free of state sales tax. Local sales tax may still apply. Refer to the Alabama Department of Revenue for eligible items and additional details.
Back to School Rallies
Community organizations across the Birmingham area host back to school rallies before the start of school. We'll keep you posted on each event as we learn about them. (Updated July 16)
Bush Hills STEAM Academy Registration: Starting July 14, staff will be available to assist with registration 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-4:30 p.m. at Bush Hills STEAM Academy (map). After July 31, you will have to call the front office (205-231-6370) to make an appointment. Students will pick-up schedules and receive supplies (while they last).
Incoming sixth grade: July 14-15
Incoming seventh grade: July 16-17
Incoming eighth grade: July 21-22
Makeup days: July 28-31
Strike Up the Band: Hosted by R.E.S.P.E.C.T., this back-to-school showcase features marching bands from every BCS high school along with vendors and resources, state and city leaders, giveaways, a live DJ, free food, book bags, supplies, and inflatables! Saturday, July 19, 10am-1pm, at More Than Conquerors Faith Church (map)
Back to School Celebration presented by Project Hopewell. Join us for school supplies, giveaways, games, food, and prizes! We are collecting notebooks, pencils, backpacks, and other school materials to support students of all ages. If you would like to donate school supplies, please contact BigWalt Wilson at (205)396-4647. For financial contributions please make checks payable to the Southwest Alliance Association Inc. or send via CashApp: $SOUTHWESTALL Saturday, July 26, 10:00 am at 4817 Jefferson Avenue Southwest, Birmingham, AL 35211 (map)
Glen Iris School Registration 2025-26: Your future starts the moment you show up. Register now, because greatness can't begin until you do! Complete registration and grab a slush and some popcorn on us! Monday, July 28, 8am-4pm, at Glen Iris Elementary School (map). Bring:
Completed online registration form (PowerSchool Enrollment Portal)
Student's birth certificate
Two (2) proofs of residency (must show parent/guardian's physical name)
Up-to-date immunization record
(Alabama Certificate of Immunization)
For more information, call 205-231-7440 or visit Glen Iris Elementary's website.
Game On! Back to School Bash: Level up your school year! Meet your teachers, have fun with the photo booth and game truck, enjoy the DJ dance party, and more. Bring your game face and your family for an unforgettable night of laughter, music, food, and school spirit as we prepare for an awesome school year. Let's power up and press start on success - we can't wait to see you there! July 16 at 5-7 p.m. at Oxmoor Valley Elementary School (map)
City of Birmingham's Tools for School: Mayor Randall Woodfin and the City of Birmingham invite you to Tools for School presented by Window World — a free, family-friendly back-to-school celebration to get our students geared up and excited for the year ahead! What’s in store? School supply giveaway for students and teachers (while supplies last), games & inflatables, food trucks, music and fun! Sunday, August 3, 2-5 p.m. at Linn Park (map)
Avondale Elementary School Open House: Kindergarten Open House at 3:30-5 p.m. for kindergarteners and their families. Meet the Teacher starts at 3:30 p.m. for all REGISTERED K-5 students. Sunday, August 3 at 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Avondale Elementary (map)
Taste of Ramsay: Come meet the faculty and staff while learning about the educational and extracurricular opportunities available for students. This is an event you don't want to miss! Door prizes, food trucks, vendors and more! Sunday, August 10 at 2 p.m. in Willie Scoggins Gymnasium (map)
