During the first day of our cabinet and board retreat, our cabinet members participated in leadership and team-building activities, while our board members received training from a representative of the Alabama Association of School Boards. #SuccessStartsHere
about 7 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools
board and cabinet retreat

Tune in to BCS Media Day on Monday, February 2 at 2 p.m. to hear about the upcoming baseball and softball season from players and coaches from all Birmingham City Schools high schools! https://www.bhamcityschools.org/gameday #SuccessStartsHere

about 8 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Baseball & Softball Media Day Monday February 2 at 2 p.m.

This week, our National Society of Black Engineers Junior Chapters had an incredible experience exploring STEM pathways, Early College opportunities, and the world of Agriculture and Nutritional Science at Tuskegee University. Our students were inspired, challenged, and empowered!

🌟 Big thank you to Tuskegee University and the Birmingham (AL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated! Deep gratitude to our dedicated faculty sponsors—Jennifer Gilbert, Christopher Lang, Mychal Thomas, Dr. Christine Hall, and Dr. Jerelle Hendon—for consistently going above and beyond to ensure our scholars have access to the very best opportunities for success. 🌟

Thank you for helping us shape the next generation of Black engineers, innovators, and leaders. 💛❤️🖤

about 12 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS NSBE visits Tuskegee University
BCS NSBE visits Tuskegee University
BCS NSBE visits Tuskegee University
BCS NSBE visits Tuskegee University
BCS NSBE visits Tuskegee University
BCS NSBE visits Tuskegee University
Congratulations to our Marlon King with BLOC Global Group Commercial Real Estate Scholar Athletes of the Week, Marley Allen and Brendon Williams from Parker! #SuccessStartsHere
about 15 hours ago, Birmingham City Schools
Marlon King with BLOC Global Group Commercial Real Estate Scholar Athletes of the Week Marley Allen GPA: 3.3
Marlon King with BLOC Global Group Commercial Real Estate Scholar Athletes of the Week Brendon Williams GPA: 3.9
Final from Smithfield.
1 day ago, Birmingham City Schools
FINAL SCORE MINOR 68 PARKER 49

Final from The Cap. Lady Bison come up short against Minor. The boys are up next!

1 day ago, Birmingham City Schools
FINAL SCORE MINOR 36 PARKER 31

WVTM-13's Jarvis Robertson visited Tuggle Elementary School to shine a spotlight on our academic success on the state report card and our plans to earn a B this year! We also highlighted Tuggle's progress from a C to a B on the recent report card and promoted the upcoming Winter Intersession. Look for the story on tomorrow night's newscast! #SuccessStartsHere

1 day ago, Birmingham City Schools
Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan speaks with WVTM-13 reporter Jarvis Robertson
Tuggle Principal Dr. Elizabeth Chiles speaks with WVTM-13 reporter Jarvis Robertson
WVTM-13 at Tuggle Elementary
Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan observes a student at Tuggle
WVTM-13 at Tuggle Elementary
Principal Chiles and BCS Chief Academic and Accountabiliity Officer Dr. Pamela Williams observe a class at Tuggle Elementary
WVTM-13 at Tuggle Elementary
Tuggle Principal Dr. Elizabeth Chiles speaks with WVTM-13 reporter Jarvis Robertson

Persia Whitaker, seventh grader from Ossie Ware Mitchell, correctly spelled “pendragon” to win our District Spelling Bee! She will progress to the county-wide competition.

Hudson K-8 sixth grader Jacorri Boggan earned the second place trophy while Glen Iris fourth grader Joseph Andrews placed third.

Congratulations to all of today’s contestants, who won their respective schools’ spelling bees to compete today. You’re all winners!

1 day ago, Birmingham City Schools
Persia Whitaker and her mother
Jacorri Boggan
Joseph Andrews and his parents
Board Member Antwon Womack and the top three winners
Dr Mark Sullivan
Dr Mark Sullivan and Persia Whitaker
Dr. Sulivan relays words of encouragement to a scholar
Board Member Antwon Womack and Board President Sherman Collins pose with scholars
the winners

Florida State University Head Football Coach Mike Norvell dropped in (literally via helicopter) on Ramsay's Karlos May! The defensive lineman is already a hot prospect for the Class of 2027. WBRC Fox 6 was on site to cover the story as well!

1 day ago, Birmingham City Schools
Kandyce May, Ramsay Principal Dr. Carolyn Russell-Walker, Karlos May, Ramsay Coach Ronnie Jackson, and FSU Coach Mike Norvell
It's not every day that you see a helicopter on Ramsay's practice field.
Karlos May and his mother Kandyce

It's GAMEDAY! 🦬

🏀 Parker Thundering Herd vs. Minor
🏟️ William "Cap" Brown Gymnasium
🕠 pregame show at 5:30 p.m.
⛹🏾‍♀️ girls tip off at 6 p.m.
⛹🏾 boys to follow ~7:30 p.m.
📺 Facebook & YouTube
🎟️ GoFan

1 day ago, Birmingham City Schools
GAMEDAY PARKER VS MINOR

Winter Intersession is less than a month away! Don't let your scholars miss out on this opportunity to learn and grow -- register today!

2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
2026 WINTER INTERSESSION FEBRUARY 23-27, 2026 Elementary, 6-8 and K-8: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. High Schools: 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. WHAT'S INCLUDED • One-on-one & small group instruction • Transportation • Breakfast & Lunch
2026 INTERCESION DE INVIERNO FEBRERO 23-27, 2026 Escuelas Elementarias, 6-8 and K-8: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Preparatorias: 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Qué está incluido • Enseñanza en grupos pequeños y uno-a-uno • Transporte • Desayuno y Almuerzo

Our brightest minds compete to bee-come the champion in our annual District Spelling Bee! Watch LIVE on Facebook or YouTube tomorrow morning.

2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Birmingham City Schools District Spelling Bee -- January 29 @ 9 a.m. Lincoln Professional Development Center -- Watch LIVE on Facebook
The application period for the 2026-2027 academic year for Career Academies, Pathway to Professional Nursing, and Early College has been extended to February 19, 2026. Apply at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/registration #SuccessStartsHere
3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Choose Your Path -- Career Academies, Pathway to Professional Nursing, Early College -- Apply by Feb. 19, 2026
ELIGE TU CAMINO HACIA EL ÉXITO -- ACADEMIAS PROFESIONALES, CAMINOS HACIA LA ENFERMERÍA PROFESIONAL, UNIVERSIDAD TEMPRANA -- SOLICITE ANTES DEL 19 DE FEBRERO DE 2026

The BCS Under the Lights {Courtside} regular season finale features the Herd hosting Minor this Thursday!

3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights {Courtside} Game of the Week January 29 Parker vs. Minor
Hayes K-8 School celebrated the birthday of its namesake, Carol William Hayes, today with the dedication of a mural in his honor. The school also recognized notable alumni during the celebration!
3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
C.W. Hayes Mural Dedication
Members of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, including Principal Dr. Melvin Love and Instructional Superintendent Dr. Craig Witherspoon, gathered at Oxmoor Valley Elementary School this morning to read to K-2 classes as part of the organization’s National Day of Reading. The story will be featured on WVTM 13 News at 4:30 and 6:30 this evening! #SuccessStartsHere
7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Kappa Alpha Psi at Oxmoor Valley
Birmingham City Schools middle and high school scholars took part in a two-day training launch for BCS Influencers: IGNITED by 4-H Health Rocks. This initiative engages students in leadership development, positive decision-making, healthy choices, and drug-prevention education. Mayor Randall Woodfin and Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan were also on hand to speak with the students. #SuccessStartsHere
7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Influencers: IGNITED by 4-H Health Rocks Initiative Training Launch
BCS Influencers: IGNITED by 4-H Health Rocks Initiative Training Launch
BCS Influencers: IGNITED by 4-H Health Rocks Initiative Training Launch
BCS Influencers: IGNITED by 4-H Health Rocks Initiative Training Launch
BCS Influencers: IGNITED by 4-H Health Rocks Initiative Training Launch
Congratulations to our Marlon King with BLOC Global Group Commercial Real Estate Scholar Athletes of the Week, Zariah Evans and DeAnthony Bennett from Wenonah! #SuccessStartsHere
8 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Marlon King with BLOC Global Group Commercial Real Estate Scholar Athlete of the Week: Zariah Evans, GPA: 3.8
Marlon King with BLOC Global Group Commercial Real Estate Scholar Athlete of the Week: DeAnthony Bennett, GPA: 3.5

Dragons reign! Wenonah boys just showed us why they are one of the best teams in the state.

8 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
FINAL SCORE WENONAH 81 NORTHSIDE 61

Lady Dragons REIGN! Wenonah earns a crucial area win over rival Northside.

8 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
FINAL SCORE WENONAH 45 NORTHSIDE 43