It's all about Success in BCS! Listen to episode 5, where we discuss our upcoming hiring fair and special education and hear from Judge Andre Sparks about his journey through Birmingham City Schools. #SuccessStartsHere https://on.soundcloud.com/a6zPwbY1tgsSGjnc7
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
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Students at Arrington Elementary received the red carpet treatment as they arrived at school on Monday! Former Mayor (and school namesake) Dr. Richard Arrington, Jr., Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett, Birmingham Fire and Rescue Chief Cory Moon, Birmingham Board of Education Representative Walt Wilson, and more were on hand Monday morning to greet students and celebrate their success! WVTM NBC-13 was also on hand to cover the event. Arrington Elementary is one of three BCS schools named among the most improved in the state for last school year. Thank you to High 5 Birmingham for making this happen! #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Lawson State cheerleaders pose with dignitaries
Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett and Birmingham Fire and Rescue Chief Cory Moon hand out high fives to Arrington scholars!
Firefighters lined up to greet students!
Firefighters lined up to greet students!
Board member Walt Wilson makes his entrance!
Firefighters greet our students!
Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett addresses an assembly in the school gym while Birmingham Fire and Rescue Chief Cory Moon and Arrington Elementary Principal Bruce Roper look on.
Mayor Arrington greets Police Chief Pickett
Another round of scholarship deadlines is approaching over the next week 10 days. Don't miss out on these opportunities! Apply at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/scholarships #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
College Scholarships Are Available at bhamcityschools.org/scholarships -- apply now!
International Dual Enrollment Academy (IDEA) offers students a transformative educational experience that integrates dual enrollment coursework, immersive cultural enrichment, and a travel abroad opportunity. IDEA's 2025 destination is Ghana! 🇬🇭 Apply today at https://birminghamsistercities.org/initiatives/idea #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
BIRMINGHAM SISTER• CITIES The Birmingham IDEA International Dual Enrollment Academy CALLING BIRMINCHAM STUDENTS Scan the QR code or visit https://birminghamsistercities.org/idea COLLEGE CREDIT Take 3 classes and earn 9 credit hours INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL Pack your bags for Ghana! We'll help you secure your passport. STIPEND UPON COMPLETION Receive $500 or more when you complete the academy 2025 Destination CHANA CULTURAL ENRICHMENT Attend local cultural events and learn about the destination country COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS Gain valuable skills for the global workforce Program Eligibility and Requirements • Currently enrolled in a Birmingham City School • Current Sophomore or Junior • 3.0 GPA| CITIZEN DIPLOMACY Become a global ambassador for Birmingham • Ability to fully participate in all coursework and enrichment sessions Apaasso Accra Winneba GHi 2024 Program Partners and Sponsors BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOL !!|| MILES COLLEGE Thorons
There's still time to register for our Spring Recruitment Fair and Networking Event! If you're a passionate educator ready to inspire the next generation, don't miss this opportunity. Sign up today at teachbcs.com and join our amazing community! #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Are you the missing piece? There's still time to register www.teachbcs.com -- networking event April 16, hiring fair April 17
Starting April 29, the Birmingham Museum of Art will display artwork (including the pieces featured in these flyers) from our students as part of the Birmingham City Schools Visual Art Showcase. 🖼 #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
April 29th-May 20th at the Birmingham Museum of Art Birmingham City Schools Visual Art Showcase
29 de abril- 20 de mayo en el Museo de Arte de Birmingham NI Distrito Escolar de Birmingham Exposición de Artes Visuales
Mechanical Craft Training Institute (MCTI) is taking applications for its 2025-2026 training program. Apply at https://mcti.bamboohr.com/careers/24
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Building a thriving workforce for the mechanical industry. ADMISSIONS 2025/2026 MCTI MECHANICAL GRAFT TRAINING INSTITUTE Scan here! MCT Why Choose Us? • HVAC, Plumbing, Sheet Metal, and Pipefitting Career Paths • Experienced Instructors • Hands-on Learning • NCCER Accredited Program • Apprenticeship Opportunities • No Cost to Attend Admission Process: • Visit Our Website • Fill Out the Online Application • Submit Required Documents • Attend an Open House or Tour • Begin Classes Important Dates: • Open Enrollment Happening NOW • Application Deadline: September lst • Classes Begin: September 8th Contact Us: 205-234-3541 info@gomcti.org 350 Industrial Drive, Birmingham, AL 35211 www.gomcti.org
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved teacher, Mr. Prentice "P.J." Blue of Barrett Elementary. Let us celebrate a remarkable life and bid farewell to a truly exceptional soul.
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Forever a Wildcat: In loving memory of Mr. Prentice “P.J.” Blue. WITH PROFOUND SADNESS, WE ANNOUNCE THE PASSING OF OUR BELOVED TEACHER, MR. BLUE. VIEWING: DATE: FRIDAY, APRIL 18TH TIME: 3 P.M. - 6 P.M. VENUE: WESTSIDE FUNERAL HOME ADDRESS: 5695 VALLEY ROAD FAIRFIELD, ALABAMA 35064 FUNERAL: DATE: SATURDAY, APRIL 19TH TIME: NOON VENUE: SOUTH ELYTON BAPTIST CHURCH ADDRESS: 100 1ST STREET SOUTH BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA 35205
This week, the Birmingham Board of Education recognized Beverly Brown of A.H. Parker High School as Librarian of the Year! #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Beverly Brown of A.H. Parker High School (second from right)
The Birmingham Board of Education recognized Sun Valley's Andrea Burrell Bobbs this week as Birmingham City Schools Elementary Teacher of the Year! #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Andrea Burrell Bobbs (pictured second from left)
Carver High School's Aubrey Bennett has made the Sweet 16 as a finalist for Alabama Teacher of the Year! The Birmingham Board of Education recognized Mr. Bennett this week as Birmingham City Schools Secondary Teacher of the Year and announced that he has reached the finals of the state competition. #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Aubrey Bennett (pictured second from right)
Dozens of employers met senior students from our high schools today during the Senior Hiring Fair today to tell them about the job opportunities available to them immediately after graduation! #successstartshere 👷🏽👮🏽‍♂️👩🏾‍🍳👩🏾‍💼🧑🏼‍🏭👨🏾‍🚒👩🏻‍🔧🧑🏾‍🔬👩🏾‍🏫
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Alabama Power greets a BCS student at the Senior Hiring Fair
Regions Bank meets a BCS student at the Senior Hiring Fair
Carver seniors pose with Dr. Charles Willis
Senior Hiring Fair
Employers meet BCS students at the Senior Hiring Fair
A Carver senior fills out information at the NAACP table
The Air National Guard meets BCS students at the Senior Hiring Fair
The Birmingham Police Department recruits BCS seniors at the Senior Hiring Fair.
Employers meet BCS students at the Senior Hiring Fair
Employers meet BCS students at the Senior Hiring Fair
Thank you to all of our assistant principals for helping our schools run smoothly. Hats off to you! 🎓🎩👒🧢 #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
APRIL 7-11 NATIONAL ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS WEEK We CELEBRATE the unsung heroes in our
DEL 7 AL 11 DE ABRIL ES SEMANA NACIONAL DE SUBDIRECTORES ¡CELEBRAMOS a los héroes anónimos en nuestras
Are you a Birmingham City Schools high school teacher who is interested in teaching dual enrollment courses to students on your campus? BCS has a unique opportunity for select teachers to engage in the coursework free of charge, which will count toward the required approved 18 graduate hours in the discipline to be taught. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/page/dual-enrollment-teachers #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Dual Enrollment Teachers Needed -- Apply Now!
The Birmingham Board o f Education will hold a Finance Committee Meeting at 11:30 a.m . on Friday, April 11, 2025. The meeting will occur in-person and held in the third-floor executive conference room at the Central Office.
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
OFFICIAL NOTICE Finance Committee Meeting The Birmingham Board of Education (BBOE) will hold a Finance Committee Meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025. The meeting will be in-person in the third-floor executive conference room at Central Office. 2015 Park Place Birmingham, 35203 Masks will be optional inside the building.
The Spring 2025 Title I Parent Survey is now open! Go to https://www.bhamcityschools.org/survey OR text SURVEY to (205) 941-6585 to begin. #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Now open -- Spring 2025 Title I Parent Survey -- closes May 1, 2025
AHORA ABIERTA "R ENCUESTA PARA PADRES DEL TÍTULO I DE PRIMAVERA DE 2025 La encuesta cierra el 1 de mayo de 2025
Your future starts HERE! Join us at the Birmingham Museum of Art on April 16 for an exclusive networking night, then attend the Hiring Fair on April 17 at A.H. Parker H.S. for on-the-spot interviews, job offers, & career resources. RSVP: https://teachbcs.com/bcs-events #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
APRIL 16, 2025 5PM 8PM ARTOE CONNECTION BCS NETWORKING NIGHT BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM OF ART 2000 REVEREND ABRAHAM WOODS JR BOULEVARD, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35203 YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE! Join Birmingham City Schools for an exclusive networking night where educators, administrators, and aspiring teachers come together to connect, collaborate, and find their perfect fit in our district. WHY ATTEND Meet principals & district leaders Connect with fellow educators & mentors Explore how you can be the missing piece in BCS BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS BUILDING LEADERS, IMPACTING THE WORLD. RSVP TODAY TEACHBCS.COM
APRIL 17, 2025 7PM I PERFECT FIT BCS HIRING FAIR A.H. PARKER HIGH SCHOOL 400 REVEREND ABRAHAM WOODS JR BLVD, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35204 WHY ATTEND BCS IS HIRING! Your perfect teaching career is waiting. Join us for on-the-spot interviews, job offers, and career resources at our annual Hiring Fair! On-the-spot interviews & job offers Learn about BCS salary, benefits & mentorship programs RSVP TODAY Explore certification pathways for career changers TEACHBCS.COM Free resume reviews & professional headshots
Connect with over 50 employers and training programs offering competitive pay and career opportunities in a variety of industries! No cost to attend! Register at https://forms.office.com/r/BTQVjcWQLt #SuccessStartsHere
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Second Annual SENIOR BCS HIRING FAIR APRIL 9TH BOUTWELL AUDITORIUM Connect with over 50 employers and training programs offering competitive pay and career opportunities in a variety of industries! No cost to attend! Scan to Register by April 4, 2025 BCS Alumni and Parents are welcome to visit the hiring fair from 1:30 to 3:30. Contact us: 205-231-4674 Ala Presented by the Department of Postsecondary Success with Appreciation to Our Sponsors: BIRMINGHAM PARKING AUTHORITY BA BOUTWELL AUDITORIUM iCEV AMERICAN CAST IRON PIPE COMPANY
Former Carver girls basketball standout and college basketball record-setter Tina Hutchinson dropped by Inglenook Pre-K-8 today to speak with our students! #SuccessStartsHere 🏀
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Tina Hutchinson and Inglenook students
Tina Hutchinson and Principal Steve Brown
Rising high school students, the Ada Long Creative Writing Workshop provides inspiration, guidance, and support to express your ideas! To secure a spot in this fun and rewarding day camp, students need to apply soon via application or our online form, no later than April 15. Apply at https://www.uab.edu/cas/english/events/ada-long-workshop
7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
ADA LONG CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Write Discuss Friend Explore WHEN: June 9 - 27, 2025, Monday through Friday from 9 am to 3 pm. WHERE: UAB's Spencer Honors House, 1190 10th Ave. South, Birmingham, AL. WHO: rising high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. HOW: learn more and apply at go.uab.edu/ada or contact Tina Braziel at tmharris@uab.edu or 934-8573