
The Academy of Craft Training is a partnership between ALSDE and private industry that provides 11th & 12th grade high school students with real- world, hands-on training by industry leaders and job opportunities in commercial construction.
Train while in high school and GO TO WORK after graduation!
Trades Offered:
• Commercial Construction
• Commercial Electrical
• HVACR & Mechanical Systems
• Industrial Metal and Fabrication
Apply online by January 20, 2027!

Visit https://bhamcityschools.org/survey OR text SURVEY to 205-951-6585 to share your feedback. #SuccessStartsHere ✅


National School Lunch Week was created in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy to highlight the importance of healthy school lunches. This year, the official theme is Cafeteria Circus: Where Nutrition Takes Center Stage -- which makes our lunchrooms the Greatest Show on Earth! #SuccessStartsHere 🍽️


Honoring Dr. Bobby Phillips as our esteemed principal for National Principals Month




Fall Intersession provides learning opportunities for every scholar at every grade level.
With focused instruction, scholars can improve their skills. Enrichment activities introduce scholars to areas of study they normally would not have access to. ACT and ACAP prep courses are also available.
Don’t miss out on these opportunities for additional learning! Register today!


This week, we show our appreciation to our Community School Coordinator Devon Frazier and our team of community school specialists who serve as a bridge between our schools, families, and community resource partners! Learn more about our Community Schools strategy in this video!


ATTENTION: (Bush Hills STEAM Academy, Green Acres Middle, & South Hampton)
Parents,
Do your rising 7th and 8th grade students want to play sports for the upcoming JOMS 2026-2027 athletic season? If so, bring them out on Tuesday, June 9th @ 5:30PM for our All Sports Night. Please see the flyer for more details. We look forward to seeing you there!
(All students must be accompanied by a parent or an adult)

Summer is ALMOST here -- make sure to keep some good books near for your scholars! Our Curriculum and Instruction Department has curated its annual Summer Reading List for every reading level. K-5 lists include links to chapter books on myON as well.



Registration for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open! Give your scholar a head start towards success with Birmingham City Schools. We offer a rigorous education that prepares our scholars for college, careers and life.


Watch the BCS Cheer Competition Middle School Division this Friday evening, followed by High School Varsity on Saturday morning, LIVE on Facebook or YouTube!

Gee whiz, what a great Christmas concert! The full festival is viewable on Facebook and YouTube and more photos are available on Facebook. 🎄












Reminder: all of our schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Stay updated on events and holidays via the Events section of our website. #SuccessStartsHere




Families impacted by SNAP delays can now apply for supplemental funding through the City of Birmingham. Visit https://www.birminghamal.gov/bhamready to apply.

