Lawanda Echols is the winner of 43” smart TV , courtesy of BCS Media sponsor James Brown (Woodlawn alumnus) with Aflac! #SuccessStartsHere

5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Lawanda Echols won a new smart TV from James Brown Aflac!

Daniela Martinez Flores, a Class of 2024 graduate of Huffman High School, is already making her mark at Miles College. She is the school's first ever recipient of the Mathematical Actuarial Science Scholarship, sponsored by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Caring Foundation Grant. #SuccessStartsHere

5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Daniela Martinez Flores receives her scholarship certificate from Dr. Loretta Westry, Actuarial Sciences Coordinator
Daniela Martinez Flores and her parents
Daniela Martinez Flores and Audra Akinsanya, 9-12 STEM Curriculum Coordinator for Birmingham City Schools
Daniela Martinez Flores
Reception for Daniela Martinez Flores
Dr. Felicia Cunningham, Natural Sciences and Mathematics Department Chair at Miles College
Audra Akinsanya, 9-12 STEM Curriculum Coordinator for Birmingham City Schools

It's GAMEDAY! 🪖🐴

🏈 Woodlawn Colonels vs. Jackson-Olin Mustangs
🏟 Woodlawn Stadium
🕕 pregame show at 5:15 p.m.
🕖 kickoff at 7 p.m.
📺 YouTube
🎟 GoFan

5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
GAMEDAY Woodlawn vs. Jackson-Olin

We cut the ribbon today on a new grocery store at Huffman Middle School! Launched in partnership with the Birmingham City Council District 1 Councilor Clinton Woods and Goodr, the store will provide free access to fresh produce and groceries for students and their families.

5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Dr. Jeffrey Willis, Sr., Dr. Mark Sullivan, Sherman Collins, Jasmine Crowe-Houston, and Councilor Clinton Woods cut the ribbon!
The Goodr Grocery Store at Huffman Middle School supplies fresh produce, pantry items, and frozen foods to students and their families.
Board Member Sherman Collins browses the store.
Dr. Mark Sullivan speaks with the media.
Huffman Middle Principal Dr. Jeffrey Willis, Sr. speaks to the media.
Attendees at the ribbon cutting
Dr. Mark Sullivan addresses the attendees.
Dr. Mark Sullivan and Goodr CEO Jasmine Crowe-Houstong look on as Councilor Clinton Woods speaks
Councilor Clinton Woods (right) poses with a community member.
Huffman High School Principal Dr. John Lyons and Birmingham City Schools Chief of Staff Dr. Terry Lamar
The Senior Season: Woodlawn documentary debuts tomorrow night at 6 p.m. Watch it on Facebook or our YouTube channel! #SuccessStartsHere
5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
A BCS Under the Lights Documentary -- Senior Season: Woodlawn
The Birmingham City Schools Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance Committee recently held its first meeting at the Lincoln Professional Development Center. The committee brought together educators, parents, students, stakeholders, and subject-matter experts with a focus on educating stakeholders and developing AI policy for the district and will meet monthly going forward. #SuccessStartsHere
5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
AI Governance Committee
AI Governance Committee
AI Governance Committee
AI Governance Committee
AI Governance Committee

UPDATE: The Superintendent's Evaluation Committee Meeting scheduled for today, Oct. 7, 2025  at 2 p.m. will be rescheduled.

5 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
The Superintendent's Evaluation Committee Meeting scheduled for today, Oct. 7, 2025 at 2 p.m. will be rescheduled.
La reunión del Comité de Evaluación del Superintendente programada para hoy, 7 de octubre de 2025 a las 2 p.m., será reprogramada.

It's an East vs. West showdown this week on the BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week! Watch the Woodlawn Colonels vs. Jackson-Olin Mustangs LIVE on YouTube and Facebook this Thursday night.

6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week: Woodlawn Colonels vs. Jackson-Olin Mustangs on October 9 at Woodlawn Stadium

We are proud to celebrate our cultural diversity during Hispanic Heritage Month! Watch this special video message from Dr. Mark Sullivan.

6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Celebra El Mes De La Herencia Hispana 15 de septiembre - 15 de octubre

Who are the best volleyball teams in Birmingham? Find out tomorrow as BCS Under the Lights brings you the BCS Volleyball Championship Games LIVE on YouTube and Facebook. #SuccessStartsHere

6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS VOLLEYBALI CHAMPIONSHIP OCTOBER 4 MIDDLE SCHOOL @ 1 P.M. HIGH SCHOOL 3:30 P.M. BIRMINGHAM CROSSPLEX 2340 Crossplex Blvd Birmingham, AL 35208 BCS UNDER -THE LIGHTS — LIVESTREAMING ON-facebook YouTube @BHMCITYSCHOOLS NOTE: TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
On Homecoming, the Dragons incinerate John Carroll to chalk up the team's first win in regional play! #SuccessStartsHere
6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Final Score: Wenonah 33, John Carroll 14

It's GAMEDAY! 🐉

🏈 Wenonah Dragons vs. John Carroll
🏟 Bell-Cullpepper Stadium at Wenonah High School
🕕 Pregame show at 6 p.m.
🕖 Kickoff at 7 p.m.
📺 BCS Under the Lights
🎟 GoFan

6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
GAMEDAY: WENONAH vs JOHN CARROLL CATHOLIC

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! We recognize the importance of equity and access in the classroom, and we're committed to supporting all of our scholars on their path to success, no matter the obstacles. Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/dyslexia for more information. #SuccessStartsHere

6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
OCTOBER IS DYSLEXIA AWARENESS MONTH - BIRMINGHAM CIT Y SCHOOLS BUILDING LEADERS. IMPACTING THE WORLD. SUCCESS STARTS HERE
OCTUBRE ES MES DE CONCIENTIZACIÓN SOBRE LA DISLEXIA BIRMINGHAM CITY S CH O O LS CONSTRUYENDO LÍDERES. IMPACTANDO AL MUNDO. EL ÉXITO COMIENZA AQUÍ
October is National Principals Appreciation Month. We are thankful to all of our principals for setting the standard for success in our schools! #SuccessStartsHere
6 months 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!

The Financial Freedom Project is BACK to help you master your finances! Learn how to navigate the world of student loans confidently during the workshop on Thursday, October 2. Register to attend or receive a recording. #SuccessStartsHere

6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Student Loans Unlocked: Strategies for Right Now! Join this informative session with our student loan expert, Meagan McGuire, and learn how to navigate the world of student loans confidently. Don’t miss out! THURSDAY OCTOBER 2ND 6 PM - 7 PM REGISTER TODAY! ALL BCS STUDENTS, FACULTY/STAFF & PARENTS/CAREGIVERS MAY ATTEND! Unable to attend? Register anyway, and we’ll send you the recording! https://tinyurl.com/FFPstudentloansunlockedWKSHP
If your scholar misses school, don’t lose hope! When students improve attendance rates, academic performance improves as well! https://www.bhamcityschools.org/aam #SuccessStartsHere #AttendanceAwarenessMonth
6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
If your scholar misses school, don’t lose hope! When students improve attendance rates, academic performance improves as well!
Cuando los estudiantes mejoran sus tasas de asistencia, ¡el rendimiento académico también mejora!

The Wenonah Dragons face off against John Carroll in a 5A Region 5 showdown at Bell-Culpepper Stadium for the BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week.

6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week: Wenonah Dragons vs. John Carroll Cavaliers -- Oct. 2 at Bell-Culpepper Stadium

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

6 months 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
6 months 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
Parker's comeback bid falls one score short in what might be the game of the year so far. #SuccessStartsHere
6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Hoover 45 FINAL SCORE Parker 42