Learn about the Alabama Literacy Act and help students improve their fluency at our Nourishing Your Mind & Nourishing Your Body seminar this Wednesday, Oct. 21. Register TODAY at https://form.jotform.com/242894422910155 OR by calling the school office at 205-231-1742.

Reminder: All BCS schools will have an eLearning Day on Monday, October 14. It is also parent/teacher conference day; if you need to schedule a conference, contact your school. #SuccessStartsHere

The Fall 2024 Title I Survey is open NOW through Nov. 15. Please complete the survey and help us improve our programs! Complete the survey at https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/262558/p3265 or text SURVEY to 205-941-6585

Our last community rollout meeting on the new BCS Strategic Plan takes place tonight at 6 p.m. at G.W. Carver High School. Please take this opportunity to join us and learn about our roadmap for the next five years!

Join us Tuesday, October 1, 2024 for Taco Tuesday at West End Academy. The cost is $6.00 per ticket. The time will be during your child's lunch time. If you have children in multiple grades, pick the time that is convent for you!

Fall Intersession begins next week! Register today at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/intersession #SuccessStartsHere

Our scholars at West End Academy have an appetite for reading! This week, the library held a "book tasting" to drive excitement around reading and to encourage students to check out books.

Mark your calendars! Fall Intersession 2024 starts in 10 days. Register at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/intersession #SuccessStartsHere

All after school care has been canceled today due to the threat of inclement weather.

Join us at the Lincoln Professional Development Center next Friday morning for the BCS Parent Information Fair! Learn about our district departments and how they support students and families. We'll have door prizes as well. To register, go to https://www.bhamcityschools.org/parent-info-fair #SuccessStartsHere

Thanks to everyone who came to Meet the Teacher Night at West End Academy!

Are you a student who likes to express artistically through music, theater, dance, and/or other visual art forms, including drawing, digital art, painting, or 3D sculpture? Create a piece of art reflecting what Hispanic Culture means to you. If selected, your work will be displayed at the BMA as part of the celebration for HHM. All students, regardless of their artistic background or experience, are encouraged to submit their work. Your unique perspective is what makes our community vibrant. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your talent! Submit your work by the deadline, October 1, 2024 at https://forms.gle/QDy4e6wqRTT5XGQi6 #SuccessStartsHere

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Scholars who attend school regularly are more likely to graduate and succeed later in life. https://youtu.be/Ciips2GE7rc #SuccessStartsHere

Birmingham City Schools has partnered with MySchoolBucks to give you an online purchasing option for school donations and fees! Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/payments to access the MySchoolBucks store. Check out as a guest, create your free account online, or download the mobile app.  You can check out using your credit/debit card or electronic check. You can also continue to visit your school office to make in person payments. **Please note:  After School Care and schools currently using ESchool Payments will continue using ESchool Payments. Stay tuned for these sites to convert to MySchoolBucks soon!

All of our schools and offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the holiday!

We're celebrating grandparents on Friday, Sept. 6 during your child's lunch time (beginning at 10:20). Students eat free, but visitors are $6 per person. Payments are due by Tuesday, Sept. 3.

The Strategic Plan for Birmingham City Schools is a living document that serves as our roadmap for continued success and represents our commitment to the community input and equitable outcomes. Join us at one of our upcoming community meets to learn more about our strategic plan and how it guides the important work of the district to prepare ALL students for successful careers, lifelong learning, and civic engagement. #SuccessStartsHere

Mr. Stanley Sheffield's third grade class at West End Academy conducted a delicious science experiment this week -- planting their own radish garden! The project gave the scholars a hands-on experience in learning the scientific method. #successstartshere https://youtu.be/qfQlnbu9knI

On Aug. 13, BBOE Vice President Walt Wilson recognized schools in District 7 who had the most improved reading proficiency for the 2023-24 school year. West End Academy earned most improved proficiency in second grade reading! #SuccessStartsHere

Tomorrow is the first day of school for 2024-25! Dr. Mark Sullivan is excited to welcome everyone back. In his first video message of the school year, our superintendent goes over three key points: attendance, electronic devices, and preparedness. View it here: https://youtu.be/0JxB7vN9Jl0 #SuccessStartsHere 🎓