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Dr. Mark Sullivan and Dr. Walter Gonsoulin pose during Birmingham Times photo shoot

Dr. Mark Sullivan Discusses the Challenges Facing Public Schools with The Birmingham Times

Birmingham City Schools

July 31, 2025

Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan shares the cover of this week's edition of The Birmingham Times with long-time friend Dr. Dr. Walter Gonsoulin of Jefferson County Schools.

Dr. Mark Sullivan and Dr. Walter Gonsoulin on the cover of The Birmingham Times

In the cover story, the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity brothers discuss the challenges facing public education in Alabama and the United States as the 2025-2026 school year begins on August 7.

Read the full story at The Birmingham Times website. A video accompanying the story is embedded below.