Our community is facing a potential food crisis due to the federal government shutdown. As you may have heard, more than 20 thousand families in Birmingham will see a pause with their SNAP benefits starting November 1. The disruption in SNAP benefits will impact our BCS family. We’re here to help.
If your family is affected, please know our schools will continue to provide your child breakfast and lunch every school day. We are working with our partners, including the city of Birmingham and the United Way of Central Alabama, to identify organizations that will provide food to families in need.
Visit our Bham Ready page for more information.
On October 29, 2025, Green Acres Middle School’s exceptional students attended the Boo Bash at Woodlawn High School, an exciting event presented by the Birmingham City Schools Special Education Department. The celebration brought together students from across the district for a day of creativity, fun, and friendship.
From the moment they arrived, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement. Tables were covered in bright orange and black decorations, and upbeat Halloween Dance music filled the gym. Students eagerly participated in a variety of hands-on art activities, designing colorful pumpkins, spooky masks, and festive Halloween crafts that showcased their creativity and individual style.
The day wasn’t all about crafts, though the dance floor quickly became the highlight of the event! Laughter and cheers echoed as students and teachers danced to their favorite tunes, enjoying the freedom to move, express themselves, and just have fun. Between songs, everyone refueled with snacks and treats, adding a delicious touch to an already joyful day.
Events like the Boo Bash not only provide a chance for students to celebrate the season but also foster inclusion, self-expression, and community connection. The smiles on the students’ faces told the whole story they truly had an awesome time!
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🎉 Congratulations to Green Acres Middle School’s Teacher of the Year Mr. Jerry Strickland! 🎉
Mr. Strickland, our outstanding 7th Grade Social Studies teacher, is being recognized for his innovation and excellence in education. A proud National Board Certified educator, he leads a paperless classroom that inspires creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.
We’re so proud to celebrate his dedication and the impact he makes every day at Green Acres Middle School! 💚💛
This Friday, October 31 will be an e-learning day for Birmingham City Schools! This day is also set aside for parent-teacher conferences, so please reach out to your teachers to schedule meetings during working hours.
Visit our Events page to view other key dates throughout the school year. #SuccessStartsHere
This Thursday, October 23rd, we’re asking everyone to wear purple for our Purple Out Day in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
💜 Wearing purple shows that we stand together against domestic violence and support those affected by it. Let’s turn our halls purple and raise awareness for an important cause.
Again, that's this Thursday, October 23rd , 2025 don’t forget to wear purple and help make a difference!!
#gomustang#purpleoutday#domesticviolence#awarenessmatters
United Way Spirit Week at GAMS!!
Bring in spare change (coins or bills) to help raise money for the United Way. Every coin counts toward making a difference in our community.
All donations go toward the United Way to support local programs in education, health, and financial stability. This is your chance to create real change one coin at a time!
Susan Kirkland
GAMS United Way Coordinator
Phone: 205-231-1370
Parents, we want your feedback about our schools! Text SURVEY to 205-941-6585 OR visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/survey to begin. The survey is open until Nov. 14. #SuccessStartsHere
We’re honoring our scholars for their hard work, dedication, and academic excellence. 💚💛
📅 October 20th
🕘 6th Grade – 9:00 A.M.
🕥 7th & 8th Grades – 10:30 A.M.
Parents, join us as we celebrate the amazing accomplishments of your children — our Mustang Scholars! 🌟
📞 For more information, contact us at 205-231-1370.
Escuela Secundaria Green Acres los invita a nuestra Celebración de Premios de las Primeras Nueve Semanas.
📅 20 de octubre
🕘 6to Grado – 9:00 A.M.
🕥 7º y 8º Grados – 10:30 A.M.
¡Padres, únanse a nosotros para celebrar los increíbles logros de sus estudiantes! 💚💛
#MustangStrong #GreenAcresMiddle #AcademicExcellence #GAMSAwards
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📣🎉 Happy National Principal Month to Dr. Princess Jones! 🎉📣
October is National Principal Month, and we proudly pause to honor and celebrate the leadership, dedication, and heart of our very own principal, Dr. Princess Jones.
From the moment you stepped into Green Acres Middle School, you have been a light of inspiration and a beacon of excellence. Your presence brought positive change, renewed energy, and a genuine love for both learning and people. You lead with wisdom, humility, and strength — always putting the needs of our scholars, staff, and school community first.
🌟 You’ve shown us what it means to lead with vision and compassion.
🌟 You’ve uplifted spirits, inspired minds, and built a culture of care and excellence.
🌟 You’ve made Green Acres the place to be.
Your genuine concern for the well-being and success of every scholar is evident in every decision you make and every conversation you have. You empower teachers, support staff, and foster a culture where everyone is seen, heard, and valued.
💬 “Know that your labor is not in vain.”
Every early morning, every tough call, every word of encouragement — it all matters, and it all makes a difference. And even when the work is heavy, your commitment never wavers.
💖 Dr. Jones, you are deeply appreciated, highly respected, and truly loved by the Green Acres Middle School family.
Let this month serve as a reminder that your leadership is a gift — one that continues to shape lives and leave a lasting legacy.
#NationalPrincipalMonth #ThankYouDrJones #GAMSLeader #AppreciationMatters #HeartOfTheSchool
Green Acres Middle School
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Students, staff, and faculty — join us at Green Acres Middle School as we recognize Pink Out Day on Thursday, October 16, 2025!
💖 Wear PINK to show your support for breast cancer awareness, honor the fighters and survivors, and remember those we’ve lost.
Let’s turn our school into a sea of pink and stand together for this important cause.
Every pink item counts — shirts, hats, socks, and more!
💬 Spread the word and encourage your friends to participate!
#PinkOut2025 #GAMSPinkOut #BreastCancerAwareness #WearPink
Today we celebrate and honor the heart and hard work of our incredible Green Acres Middle School custodians — Mr. Oliver and
Ms. Walls!
Your dedication keeps our school safe, clean, and welcoming every single day.
From early mornings to late afternoons, you go above and beyond to make sure our students and staff have a place to learn and thrive.
Thank you for everything you do to
keep GAMS Mustang Strong!💛💚
#NationalCustodianDay #MustangStrong #GreenAcresMiddle #ThankYouCustodians
🏐 GAMS Senior Night Success! 🏐
Green Acres Middle School celebrated an unforgettable Volleyball Senior Night with Coach Smith at the helm! 🎉
Our 8th-grade players were honored in front of a packed gym filled with energy, love, and school spirit. From emotional speeches to big plays on the court, the night was a true celebration of teamwork, dedication, and growth.
A huge thank you to Coach Smith, families, staff, and fans for making the evening so special. 💚💛
Go Green Acres — the future is bright!
🎬 GATE Students Take the Stage at Samford University! 🎶
Green Acres and Jones Valley GATE students are headed to Samford University for an unforgettable experience:
🎼 Maestro Goes to Hollywood! 🎥
This exciting event combines music, storytelling, and cinematic magic as students explore the connection between orchestral performance and the movies we love. From iconic soundtracks to behind-the-scenes music production, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the arts — all while enjoying a world-class performance in a stunning venue.
We are proud of our GATE students for representing their schools with curiosity, creativity, and enthusiasm. It’s going to be a day to remember!
🎻✨ Lights, camera, learning in action!
🎉🎉Special thanks to our GATE teacher, Mrs. K. Green for these wonderful opportunities 🎉🎉
📣 Exciting News from Green Acres Middle School! 🌱
The Hydroponics Lab is now in full effect, and students are diving into hands-on learning like never before! From planting leafy greens to monitoring nutrient levels, our young scientists are fully engaged and having a blast.
This innovative lab is not only teaching students about sustainable agriculture, but also fostering teamwork, responsibility, and a deeper connection to the environment. The smiles and curiosity we’re seeing in the lab speak volumes — it’s clear they’re enjoying every moment!
Stay tuned for updates as our green thumbs grow!👍🏽
🎉Special thanks to our Science teachers: Ms. S. Allen, Ms. D. Blackmon and Mrs. J. Dickens, Lead Teacher 💕
Green Acres Middle School presents
Hispanic Heritage Celebration 2025
🗓 When: October 15, @ 12:00PM-2:00PM
🎉 Why: We invite you to celebrate with us! Bring your favorite food and snacks to share with your classes. To honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America.
The 6th graders absolutely crushed it in Code Club today! 🚀 From writing clean code to solving tricky challenges, they showed focus, creativity, and teamwork every step of the way.
💡 Whether it was debugging like pros or helping each other through the tough spots, they proved that future tech leaders are already in the making.
We’re so proud of the energy, effort, and positive attitude in class today — awesome job, Code Club! Keep coding and keep shining! 🌟🔥
You’re invited to join us for our Annual Virtual Title I Meeting! 🌟
Learn about important programs, resources, and how we can work together to support your child’s success.
🗓️ Date: September 15, 2025
🕕 Time: 10:00AM
📍 Location: Online
Just click the link on the flyer and join us!
Let’s partner for student success — we look forward to seeing you there!
Students are already hard at work—exploring, engaging, and learning as our plants begin to grow. 🌿✨ This hands-on experience is bringing science to life and showing our Mustangs how innovation and teamwork lead to success.
🙌 Special shout-out to our amazing Green Acres Science Teachers for making this possible! Your leadership and dedication are helping our students grow in knowledge and excellence every single day. 💚💛
We’re excited to watch both our students and our plants grow together!
#TeamMustang #MustangStrong #CultivatingExcellence #HydroponicsInAction #STEMLearning
