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Dyslexia affects roughly one out of every five children in the U.S. Know the signs. Break the stigma. Learn more at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/dyslexia #SuccessStartsHere 🧠
7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
October is Dyslexia Awareness 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!

20 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
20 2.6 FALL INTERSESSION OCTOBER 5-9 K-8: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. High Schools: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. WHAT'S INCLUDED • One-on-One & Small Group Instruction • Transportation • Breakfast & Lunch • Engaging Enrichment Activities
2 0 2,6 INTERCESIÓN DE OTONO DEL 5 AL 9 DE OCTUBRE K-8: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Preparatorias: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. QUÉ ESTÁ INCLUIDO • Instrucción individualizada y en grupo pequeño • Transporte • Desayuno y almuerzo • Actividades enriquecedoras y atractivas

Hispanic Heritage Month begins today! 🎉👏🏽🎊

At Birmingham City Schools, we celebrate the diversity of our scholars, families, and staff. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the culture, history, languages, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. #SuccessStartsHere

23 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 - October 15 Honoring the culture, history, languages, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Birmingham City Schools
BCS CELEBRA EL MES DE LA HERENCIA •HISPANA• 15 de septiembre - 15 de octubre Honrando la cultura, la historia, los idiomas, las tradiciones y las contribuciones de las comunidades hispanas y latinas.

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!

24 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
community school coordinators appreciation week sept. 13-19, 2026
Parents, a few reminders about school arrrival and dismissal...

There are NO walk-ups, which mean you MAY NOT walk up to the front of the building to ask for your scholar to be checked out during dismissal!

ALL scholars interested in becoming walkers, must live within a two-mile radius of the school.

ALL scholars MUST have PRIOR APPROVAL before becoming a walker. They will have a tag to identify them as a walker.

No Check-Outs After 2:30 PM (Per Birmingham City Schools Policy)

All drop-offs and pick-ups must take place at the school's Main Entrance.

Your carpool number must be displayed and clearly visible to school staff when picking up your scholar.

ONLY scholars are allowed to exit/enter the vehicle during carpool (morning drop-off & afternoon pick-up)
YOU MUST STAY IN YOUR CAR!!!
about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
Glen Iris Elementary Arrival & Dismissal Reminders
During its General Music Camp, Glen Iris Elementary School welcomed 15 scholars who participated in an engaging musical experience. Over the course of four days, the campers received instruction in dance, music, theory, and other high-quality music classes, giving them an opportunity to grow, create, and build confidence. The camp concluded with a showcase performance! 🎶🎺🥁
3 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Glen Iris General Music Camp
Glen Iris General Music Camp
Glen Iris General Music Camp
Glen Iris General Music Camp
Glen Iris General Music Camp
Glen Iris General Music Camp

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.

4 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Summer Reading
Last night, the Birmingham Board of Education recognized ASAHPERD Sports Professional of the Year Alphonzo Lewis of Glen Iris Elementary!
6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Dr. Mark Sullivan, ASAHPERD Sports Professional of the Year Alphonzo Lewis of Glen Iris Elementary, and Board Member Mary Boehm
Sensational Summer Learning starts June 15 at ALL school campuses! Don't miss this opportunity for your scholar to learn and grow over the summer. Register now at https://bhamcityschools.org/summer-learning #SuccessStartsHere ☀️
6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
SENSATIONAL SUMMER LEARNING
aprendizale SENSACIONAL de verano

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.

6 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Registration officially starts April 1
LA INSCRIPCIÓN COMIENZA OFICIALMENTE EL 1 DE ABRIL

Eight of our teachers recently completed 200 hours of training over 12 months towards becoming Certified Academic Language Therapists (CALT)!

Pictured left to right: Kassandra Stallworth of Tuggle, Rachel Townley of Glen Iris, Kerri Nunn of Oliver, Shameria Voltz of West End, Tonya Allen of Hudson, Veronica Morris of Barrett, Kenyaki Sanders of Hayes, and Maria Snow of Central Park.

7 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Picture left to right: Kassandra Stallworth of Tuggle, Rachel Townley of Glen Iris, Kerri Nunn of Oliver, Shameria Voltz of  West End, Tonya Allen of Hudson, Veronica Morris of Barrett, Kenyaki Sanders of Hayes, and Maria Snow of Central Park

Thanks to Eric Essex and his band for performing for our scholars! If you missed the performance, check out this recap video from BCS Media.

8 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Eric Essex performs at Glen Iris
Eric Essex performs at Glen Iris
Eric Essex performs at Glen Iris
Eric Essex performs at Glen Iris
Eric Essex performs at Glen Iris
Eric Essex performs at Glen Iris
Glen Iris fourth grader Joseph Andrews placed third in the District Spelling Bee! We're very proud of you, Joseph!
8 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Joseph Andrews and his parents
Joseph receives his medal!
the top three winners
The top three with Board Member Antwon Womack.
Our Learning Network I Principals wish you and your families a Merry Christmas! #SuccessStartsHere
10 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Merry Christmas from Learning Network 1

Winter Intersession is February 23-27, 2026. Registration is now open!

10 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Winter Intersession

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

10 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
86th Annual All-City Christmas Festival
From our BCS family to yours, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! #SuccessStartsHere
11 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Happy Thanksgiving
Feliz Dia De Accion De Gracias

Congratulations to Alphonzo Lewis of Glen Iris Elementary, Rodney Dorsey of Jackson-Olin High School, and Jovanka Ward of Ramsay High School!

These educators were honored this evening by the Alabama State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (ASAHPERD) as being among the best in the state.

11 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Alphonzo Lewis of Glen Iris Elementary, Rodney Dorsey of Jackson-Olin High School, Jovanka Ward of Ramsay High School
Alphonzo Lewis of Glen Iris Elementary has been named the Sports Professional of the Year
Rodney Dorsey of Jackson-Olin High School has earned High School Physical Education Teacher of the Year
Jovanka Ward of Ramsay High School is the Health Educator of the Year.

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

11 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
ALL BCS SCHOOLS & OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED Tuesday, November 11/ IN OBSERVANCE OF VETERANS DAY
TODAS LAS ESCUELAS Y OFICINAS DE BCS ESTARÁN CERRADAS Martes, 11 de noviembre En conmemoración del DÍA DE LOS VETERANOS
We are grateful for all of our educators. Tell your teachers THANKS this month! #SuccessStartsHere
11 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
NOVEMBER IS THANK ALABAMA TEACHERS MONTH Tell our teachers THANK YOU  for all they do!
GRACIAS A LOS MAESTROS DE ALABAMA ¡Díganles a nuestros profesores GRACIAS por todo lo que hacen!