The mission of the Innovation for Schools Department is to assist in creating, implementing, coordinating, and communicating strategic initiatives that support the mission and vision of the school district and to direct the development of innovative programs and Initiatives throughout the district. 

The Department manages the planning, implementation and oversight of the Alabama School Choice and Student Opportunity Act. Other responsibilities include ongoing review and updates related to the charter school process, magnet schools and other strategy and innovation efforts. 

• As an Authorizer, BCS has the ability to extend its portfolio of academic offerings to students and families.

• BCS  Request for Proposals (RFP) will be released according to the following timeline:

  • The proposal for Fall 2025 will be released on November 1, 2023. 

BCS Charter School Application Portal (Click Here)