The Herd Wants U! Students at A.H. Parker High School had the opportunity to explore academic programs, extracurricular activities, and athletic teams while meeting teachers, administrators, and student leaders. Mayor Randall Woodfin and Instructional Superintendent Dr. Janice Drake were among the distinguished visitors! #SuccessStartsHere
13 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Parker Thundering Herd basketball players
Bison Golf
Culinary
Cosmetology
Spanish Club
Motion Students
Band
Parker students check out the Department of Youth Services table
The University Cheer Team
Mayor Randall Woodfin is in the house!

Our Special Education Department will hold a parent meeting on Transition Services on April 30, 2025 via Zoom. Learn about support services during high school and after graduation, including job opportunities and diploma pathways! For more information, visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/events?id=40462694

13 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Our Special Education Department will hold a parent meeting on Transition Services on April 30, 2025 via Zoom. Learn about support services during high school and after graduation, including job opportunities and diploma pathways! For more information, visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/events?id=40462694
Departamento de Educación Especial SERVICIOS DE TRANSICIƓN REUNIƓN DE PADRES Los proveedores de recursos comunitarios hablarĆ”n sobre las oportunidades de trabajo de verano disponibles con sus agencias, servicios y recursos que pueden ayudar a su hijo durante la escuela secundaria, despuĆ©s de la graduación y para obtener su diploma. 30 de abril de 2025 6-7:30 p.m. vĆ­a Zoom
James Giles, a graduating senior at Ramsay I.B. High School and rising tennis star, has made the cover of this week's The Birmingham Times. #SuccessStartsHere šŸŽ¾
14 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Ramsay's James Giles pictured on the cover of the Youth Issue of The Birmingham Times.
Aubrey Bennett of G.W. Carver High School has made the final four for the 2025-2026 Alabama Teacher of the Year Award! The winner will be unveiled on May 7 at a ceremony in Montgomery. #SuccessStartsHere
15 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Dr. Mark Sullivan congratulates Aubrey Bennett
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Junior Chapters at A.H Parker High School, Ramsay I.B. High School and G.W Carver High School celebrated students who participated in year-long engineering events during a luncheon at Alabama Power today. Sponsored by the Birmingham Chapter of the Links Incorporated and Alabama Power, the luncheon featured keynote speaker Dr. Julian Jackson, whose speech focused on reimagining your dreams. For the full story, visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/article/2165271
15 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Carver engineering students
Ramsay engineering students
Parker engineering students
Ramsay engineering students honored at NSBE luncheon
Keynote speaker Dr. Julian Jackson
Dr. Charles Willis of Birmingham City Schools
Carver students at NSBE luncheon
Ramsay students at NSBE luncheon
Let's get outside and walk for lunch today!
15 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Walk @ Lunch -- Walking for the Health of It -- April 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m at Link Park in Birmingham, Alabama. A Health and Wellness Event Presented by: BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama ,  the City of Birmingham, BWell Bhm, and Heal United
Thank you to all of our hard-working bus drivers for their dedication to the safe and timely transport of our scholars!
16 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day -- We appreciate all our dedicated bus drivers!
The Superintendent’s Academy is a 4-week, achievement-based, summer enrichment opportunity designed to engage scholars in grades 4-12. Apply by May 5 at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/supt-academy
16 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Superintendent's Academy -- June 11-July 2, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. -- Apply by May 5
ACADEMIA DEL SUPERINTENDENTE 11 de junio -2 de julio 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. PRESENTAR SOLICITUD ANTES DEL 5 DE MAYO
Two Lady Colonels are taking their talents from Woodlawn to college! Ashley Smedley has signed with Lawson State Community College, while her teammate Kaniyah Jackson is headed to Snead State Community College. #SuccessStartsHere
17 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Woodlawn Principal Rameka Davis and Lady Colonels Coach Curry
Ashley Smedley puts on the Lawson State cap
Kaniyah Jackson announces that she is headed to Snead State
Players pose for a photo with their principal and coach
Ms. Jackson and her family
Ms. Smedley and her family
Ashley Smedley talks with BCS Media
Kaniyah Jackson interviews with BCS Media
Kaniyah Jackson
Ashley Smedley
Parents, sign up your scholars for Sensational Summer Learning and prevent summer learning loss! Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/intersession for more information and to register. #SuccessStartsHere
17 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
SENSATIONAL SUMMERLEARNING PROGRAMS BEGIN JUNE 11 SIGN UP TODAY
LOS SENSACIONALES PROGRAMAS DE APRENDIZAJE DE VERANO COMIENZAN EL 11 DE JUNIO REGƍSTRESE HOY
The gymnasium at A.H. Parker High School, the site our our annual Hiring Fair, was PACKED last night with job candidates and the schools and departments eager to hire them! hashtag#SuccessStartsHere
20 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Hiring Fair
BCS Hiring Fair
BCS Hiring Fair
BCS Hiring Fair
BCS Hiring Fair
BCS Hiring Fair
BCS Hiring Fair
BCS Hiring Fair
BCS Hiring Fair
BCS Hiring Fair
Our students had a great time at today's Autism Walk at Woodlawn High School!
21 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Our students had a great time at today's Autism Walk at Woodlawn High School!
Our students had a great time at today's Autism Walk at Woodlawn High School!
Our students had a great time at today's Autism Walk at Woodlawn High School!
Our students had a great time at today's Autism Walk at Woodlawn High School!
Our students had a great time at today's Autism Walk at Woodlawn High School!
Our students had a great time at today's Autism Walk at Woodlawn High School!
High school scholar-athletes from across the district teed off at Roebuck Golf Course today in the Inaugural BCS Golf Championship! #SuccessStartsHere
21 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Golf Tournament
BCS Golf Tournament
BCS Golf Tournament
BCS Golf Tournament
BCS Golf Tournament
BCS Golf Tournament
BCS Golf Tournament
BCS Golf Tournament
BCS Golf Tournament
BCS Golf Tournament
Pleased to meet you! Potential new teachers met principals and district leaders last night at Birmingham Museum of Art. Their journey continues tonight at A.H. Parker High School where they will interview for jobs! If you are interested in working for Birmingham City Schools, our Hiring Fair starts tonight at 4 p.m. Register at teachbcs.com. #SuccessStartsHere
21 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Candidates mingle with BCS administrators and leadership at the Birmingham Museum of Art.
Candidates mingle with BCS administrators and leadership at the Birmingham Museum of Art.
Candidates mingle with BCS administrators and leadership at the Birmingham Museum of Art.
Candidates mingle with BCS administrators and leadership at the Birmingham Museum of Art.
Board President Jason Meadows (center) poses with Sherrell Cheatom and Della Nicholas from HR.
Candidates mingle with BCS administrators and leadership at the Birmingham Museum of Art.
Candidates mingle with BCS administrators and leadership at the Birmingham Museum of Art.
Candidates mingle with BCS administrators and leadership at the Birmingham Museum of Art.
BCS Human Resources Officer Dr. Corvetta Clasberry and Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement Coordinator Adrianne Marbury address the audience.
The BCS HR Team
Ramsay's Bethany Horn is one of nine area scholars to receive the Youth of the Year scholarship by the Kiwanis Club of Birmingham! The scholarship is awarded based on scholarship, citizenship, service, and leadership. #SuccessStartsHere
22 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
2025 Youth of the Year Scholar Bethany Horn Ramsay IB Emory University
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
22 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Success in BCS A Production of Birmingham City Schools Media Department
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
23 days 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
23 days 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! šŸ‡¬šŸ‡­ Apply today at https://birminghamsistercities.org/initiatives/idea #SuccessStartsHere
24 days 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
24 days 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