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

3 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Say "hello" to even more in the BCS app. Messages, Events, Documents, Classes, Notifications...Download the Birmingham City Schools, AL app from the iOS App Store or Android Play Store and enable Notifications
October is National Principals Appreciation Month. We are thankful to all of our principals for setting the standard for success in our schools! #SuccessStartsHere
11 minutes ago, Birmingham City Schools
OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS APPRECIATION MONTH We are PROUD of the leaders in our schools!
OCTUBRE MES NACIONAL DE RECONOCIMIENTO A LOS DIRECTORES ¡Estamos ORGULLOSOS de los líderes en nuestras escuelas!

Parents of seniors, learn more about your scholars' post-secondary education opportunities next Tuesday at the Lincoln Professional Development Center! There are five times available (and the 1 p.m. meeting will have Spanish translation available). Register at https://forms.gle/8xvyTuSQ16w1asfV9 #SuccessStartsHere

2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Senior Parent Meetings Tuesday October 7, 2025 at the Lincoln Professional Development Center (901 9th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35204 Time: 8:30AM, 10:30AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM  Topics:   BCS School Counseling Program(Graduation Requirements, CTE,CCR, Scholarship Information)  Alabama Goes to College Campaign Initiatives  FAFSA/Financial Aid Information - Lawson State Community College  Birmingham Promise Scholarship Application
Reunión de padres de estudiantes de último año Martes 7 de octubre de 2025 Lincoln Professional Development Center, Gimnasio 901 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35204 Horarios de las sesiones: 8:30 a. m., 10:30 a. m., 1 p. m. (interpretación es español disponible), 3 p. m., 5 p. m. Tiempo total de la reunión: 1 hora TEMAS DE LA REUNION • Programa de orientación escolar del BCS • Iniciativas de la campaña Alabama va a la universidad • Información sobre FAFSA/Ayuda financiera • Solicitud de beca Birmingham Promise
Seniors and juniors, learn more about post-secondary education and additional scholarship opportunities at The Birmingham Promise College and Career Fair on October 14 at the Crossplex. #SuccessStartsHere
3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
The Birmingham Promise College & Career Fair for high school juniors and seniors -- learn more about our college partners and additional scholarship opportunities Tuesday October 14 9am-2pm at the Crossplex

The annual Magic City #MarchingBand Festival takes place on October 19 at G.W. Carver Stadium. All BCS high school bands and the BCS Middle School All-City Drumwill perform. Tickets are $10 and are available via GoFan. 🎺🎷🥁

7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
MAGIC CITY MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL  OCTOBER 19, 2025  2 P.M. @ G.W. CARVER Tickets $10 * All BCS High School Bands * BCS Middle School All City Drum Line PRESENTED BY BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT
Camp Wellness is BACK for Fall Intersession. This social and emotional learning program supports the mental health of high school scholars through STEM activities, yoga, cultural experiences, and field trips. Contact Cheryl Hilliard, Mental Health Coordinator at 205-231-9866 or chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us to register. #SuccessStartsHere
8 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
CAMP WELLNESS FOR GRADES 9TH-12TH October 6 - 10, 2025 A. H. Parker High School 400 Rev. Abraham Woods Blvd. • Birmingham, AL 35204 TO REGISTER CONTACT Cheryl Hilliard, Mental Health Coordinator • 205-231-9866 • chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us
Campamento de Bienestar Para los grados 9 al 12 Del 6 al 10 de octubre de 2025 Escuela A. H. Parker High School 400 Rev. Abraham Woods Blvd. • Birmingham, AL 35204 PARA REGISTRARSE, CONTACTE A Cheryl Hilliard, Coordinadora de Salud Mental • 205-231-9866 • chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us

Fall Intersession is set for October 6-11! Registration is now open. #SuccessStartsHere

9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
2025 FALL INTERSESSION OCTOBER 6-10 Elementary, 6-8 and K-8: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. High Schools: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. WHAT'S INCLUDED • One-on-one & small group instruction • Transportation • Breakfast & Lunch • Engaging Enrichment Activities
2025 INTERCESIÓN DE OTOÑO DEL 6 AL 10 DE OCTUBRE Elementaria, 6-8 y K-8: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Preparatorias: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. QUÉ ESTÁ INCLUIDO • Instrucción Individualizada y en grupo pequeño • Transporte • Desayuno y Almuerzo • Actividades enriquecedoras y atractivas
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from Birmingham City Schools! We are proud to celebrate the cultural diversity of our students, families, and employees. #SuccessStartsHere
16 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 15 Celebrating the culture and achievements of our students, families, and employees in the city of Birmingham.
BCS CELEBRA EL AES DE LA HERENCIA HISPANA 15 DE SEPTIEMBRE - 15 DE OCTUBRE Celebrando la cultura y logros de nuestros estudiantes, familias y empleados en la ciudad de Birmingham.
Reminder: all of our schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day.
about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
All BCS schools and offices will be closed Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day.
TODAS LAS ESCUELAS Y OFICINAS DE BCS ESTARÁN CERRADAS Lunes 1 de Septiembre EN CONMEMORACIÓN DEL DÍA DEL TRABAJO

Breakfast is essential to success in the classroom! Make the most of your child's morning with your School Breakfast Program. It's nutritious, convenient, and low cost. #SuccessStartsHere

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
Breakfast is essential to success in the classroom! Make the most of your child's morning with your School Breakfast Program Nutritious Convenient Low Cost
El desayuno es esencial para el éxito en el aula! Aprovecha al máximo la mañana de tu hijo con tu Programa de Desayuno Escolar Nutritivo | Conveniente | Económico

Football is BACK! Ramsay and Parker kicked off the season last night, with the remainder of our high schools in action tonight. Here are the players to keep an eye on.

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Players to Watch in 2025 WOODLAWN HIGH SCHOOL Keliaun Johnson - DB Cornealius Hudson - ATH Deitric Young - ATH Elijah Foreman - OL/DE PARKER HIGH SCHOOL JaMareon Fisk - LB Jeremiah Jackson - RB Anthony Craig - S Chancellor Sparks - RB RAMSAY HIGH SCHOOL Davey Lawrence III, - QB Jordan Smith - LB Carlos May - DT Jayden Martin - RB Michell Orr - WR Pierce Alexander - WR HUFFMAN HIGH SCHOOL Joel Ray - DE/TE Jayden Grant - RB Reginald Jones - LB CARVER HIGH SCHOOL Tayler Willison - DE/TE Xavion Wood - WR Jaquaveon Sands - CB/WR Kenterll Tolbert - RB De'Jarvis Wade II - QB Kendell Thomas - WR WENONAH HIGH SCHOOL Demazia Taylor - QB/WR JACKSON-OLIN HIGH SCHOOL Darrion Lewis - RB/DB/WR Tristian Carter - DE/TE Fredric Reese - WR/DB

Tune in tonight at 6 p.m. for the BCS Under the Lights Preseason Show! The BCS Media team has the inside scoop on the contenders and ascenders and the players to watch for the season in football and flag football. #SuccessStartsHere #highschoolfootball

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Preseason Show -- Our official breakdown of the upcoming season of BCS football -- August 20 @ 6 p.m. -- Watch us live on Facebook or YouTube @Bhamcityschools
Kejiaun "KJ" Johnson, Coach Clarence Williams, and Deitric Young represented the Woodlawn Colonels yesterday at BCS Under the Lights Media Day! Check out the full football broadcast schedule at the BCS Under the Lights page. https://www.bhamcityschools.org/utl #SuccessStartsHere
about 2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Kejiaun "KJ" Johnson, Coach Clarence Williams, and Deitric Young take the stage at BCS Under the Lights Media Day
Deitric Young looks on
Coach Clarence Williams answers a question.
Kejiaun "KJ" Johnson listens to the media's questions.
BCS Media's Steve Brown is all smiles!
Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan  addresses the media.
BCS Athletic Director Henry Pope talks about the upcoming season.

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.

about 2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
The following items are prohibited by state law for use during the instructional day except for limited circumstances: cell phone, tablet, laptop, pager, gaming device, smart glasses, air pods, smart watch

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! This morning, we held the commencement ceremony for more of our scholars. More photos at Flickr.

2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
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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!

2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Bus Routes -- updated and available at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/article/2301509

📢📢📢📢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.

2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Students in the computer lab at Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Summer Graduation takes place on July 30 at 10 a.m. at Huffman High School! We are honored to have Birmingham Police Department Public Information Officer Truman Fitzgerald as our guest speaker. #SuccessStartsHere
3 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
BIRMINGHAM CITYSCHOOLS BUILDING LEADERS. IMPACTING THE WORLD. 2025 SUMMER GRADUATION JULY 30 @ 10 A.M. HUFFMAN HIGH SCHOOL 950 Springville Road, Birmingham, AL 35215 GUEST SPEAKER Birmingham Police PIO Truman Fitzgerald
BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS BUILDING LEADERS. IMPACTING THE WORLD. 2025 GRADUACIÓN DE VERANO JULIO 30 A LAS 10 A.M. HUFFMAN HIGH SCHOOL 950 Springville Road, Birmingham, AL 35215 INVITADO ESPECIAL Birmingham Police PIO Truman Fitzgerald

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.

3 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
2025-2026 District Calendar

From Birmingham to the WORLD...the BCS Under the Lights football schedule is here! The fourth season kicks off on Aug. 21 with the defending state 6A champions Parker Thundering Herd clash with the Ramsay Rams in the third annual Stop the Violence Classic. For full schedule, streaming links, and more, visit BCS Under the Lights page!

3 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
2025 @BhamCitySchools BCS THURSDAY NIGHT GAME OF THE WEEK S C H E D U L E Parker at RAMSAY Historic Legion Field 29 AUG Mountain Brook at PARKER Major Brown Memorial Stadium at A. H. Parker High FRIDAY NIGHT GAME SEPT 5 Pinson Valley at HUFFMAN Vikings Stadium FRIDAY NIGHT GAME 12 SEPT Corner at RAMSAY Historic Legion Field FRIDAY NIGHT GAME SEPT 18 Hayden at CARVER G.W. Carver Stadium 26 SEPT Hoover at PARKER Major Brown Memorial Stadium at A. H. Parker High FRIDAY NIGHT GAME OCT 2 John Carroll at WENONAH Bell-Culpepper Stadium at Wenonah High OCT 9 Jackson-Olin at WOODLAWN Woodlawn Stadium 16 OCT Minor at JACKSON-OLIN P.D. Jackson-Olin Stadium OCT 23 Ramsay at WENONAH Bell-Culpepper Stadium at Wenonah High OCT 30 Fairfield at HUFFMAN Vikings Stadium PLEASE NOTE: SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. BROADCASTS START AT 6 P.M. GAME STARTS AT 7 P.M.