We're bringing parent-teacher communication to the Birmingham City Schools, AL app! Look for invites to connect with your scholars' teachers over the next week. In the meantime, download the BCS app for iPhone or Android! #SuccessStartsHere

3 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Say "hello" to even more in the BCS app. Messages, Events, Documents, Classes, Notifications...Download the Birmingham City Schools, AL app from the iOS App Store or Android Play Store and enable Notifications

Parents of seniors, learn more about your scholars' post-secondary education opportunities next Tuesday at the Lincoln Professional Development Center! There are five times available (and the 1 p.m. meeting will have Spanish translation available). Register at https://forms.gle/8xvyTuSQ16w1asfV9 #SuccessStartsHere

2 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Senior Parent Meetings Tuesday October 7, 2025 at the Lincoln Professional Development Center (901 9th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35204 Time: 8:30AM, 10:30AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM  Topics:   BCS School Counseling Program(Graduation Requirements, CTE,CCR, Scholarship Information)  Alabama Goes to College Campaign Initiatives  FAFSA/Financial Aid Information - Lawson State Community College  Birmingham Promise Scholarship Application
Reunión de padres de estudiantes de último año Martes 7 de octubre de 2025 Lincoln Professional Development Center, Gimnasio 901 9th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35204 Horarios de las sesiones: 8:30 a. m., 10:30 a. m., 1 p. m. (interpretación es español disponible), 3 p. m., 5 p. m. Tiempo total de la reunión: 1 hora TEMAS DE LA REUNION • Programa de orientación escolar del BCS • Iniciativas de la campaña Alabama va a la universidad • Información sobre FAFSA/Ayuda financiera • Solicitud de beca Birmingham Promise
Seniors and juniors, learn more about post-secondary education and additional scholarship opportunities at The Birmingham Promise College and Career Fair on October 14 at the Crossplex. #SuccessStartsHere
3 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
The Birmingham Promise College & Career Fair for high school juniors and seniors -- learn more about our college partners and additional scholarship opportunities Tuesday October 14 9am-2pm at the Crossplex

The annual Magic City #MarchingBand Festival takes place on October 19 at G.W. Carver Stadium. All BCS high school bands and the BCS Middle School All-City Drumwill perform. Tickets are $10 and are available via GoFan. 🎺🎷🥁

7 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
MAGIC CITY MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL  OCTOBER 19, 2025  2 P.M. @ G.W. CARVER Tickets $10 * All BCS High School Bands * BCS Middle School All City Drum Line PRESENTED BY BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT
Camp Wellness is BACK for Fall Intersession. This social and emotional learning program supports the mental health of high school scholars through STEM activities, yoga, cultural experiences, and field trips. Contact Cheryl Hilliard, Mental Health Coordinator at 205-231-9866 or chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us to register. #SuccessStartsHere
8 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
CAMP WELLNESS FOR GRADES 9TH-12TH October 6 - 10, 2025 A. H. Parker High School 400 Rev. Abraham Woods Blvd. • Birmingham, AL 35204 TO REGISTER CONTACT Cheryl Hilliard, Mental Health Coordinator • 205-231-9866 • chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us
Campamento de Bienestar Para los grados 9 al 12 Del 6 al 10 de octubre de 2025 Escuela A. H. Parker High School 400 Rev. Abraham Woods Blvd. • Birmingham, AL 35204 PARA REGISTRARSE, CONTACTE A Cheryl Hilliard, Coordinadora de Salud Mental • 205-231-9866 • chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us

Fall Intersession is set for October 6-11! Registration is now open. #SuccessStartsHere

9 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
2025 FALL INTERSESSION OCTOBER 6-10 Elementary, 6-8 and 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
2025 INTERCESIÓN DE OTOÑO DEL 6 AL 10 DE OCTUBRE Elementaria, 6-8 y 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

We are excited to welcome Dr. Payton Paradise as our new Health Sciences Instructor!

Dr. Paradise is from Scottsboro, Alabama, and earned his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University before completing medical school at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2021. He has practiced medicine at Princeton Baptist, Grandview, and in Bibb County.

With a passion for healthcare and education, Mr. Paradise is eager to prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals here at Huffman. Welcome to Viking Nation!

-- Dr. John C. Lyons

15 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Dr. Payton Paradise
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from Birmingham City Schools! We are proud to celebrate the cultural diversity of our students, families, and employees. #SuccessStartsHere
16 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 15 Celebrating the culture and achievements of our students, families, and employees in the city of Birmingham.
BCS CELEBRA EL AES DE LA HERENCIA HISPANA 15 DE SEPTIEMBRE - 15 DE OCTUBRE Celebrando la cultura y logros de nuestros estudiantes, familias y empleados en la ciudad de Birmingham.

Huffman High School honored former Viking legend, Crimson Tide great, and NFL star Marcell Dareus before tonight's football game. Dareus has the honor of being the first Viking football player to have his number retired.

25 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Marcell Dareus and his children receive his framed jersey from Principal John Lyons
Dareus and his family watch a montage of highlights
BCS Media's Keith Mims and Justin Long interview Dareus after the ceremony.
Prior to tonight's game, the Huffman Vikings will retire the jersey number of Crimson Tide and NFL star Marcel Dareus! The ceremony begins at 6:30 p.m. #SuccessStartsHere
26 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Marcell Dareus Jersey Retirement Friday September 5, 2025 -- VIKING NATION STAND UP

It's GAMEDAY! 🏈

📺 Huffman Vikings vs. Pinson Valley
🏟 Vikings Stadium
🕕 Pregame starts at 6 p.m.
🕖 Kickoff at 7 p.m.
🎟 Gofan

#SuccessStartsHere #alpreps #highschoolfootball

26 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
GAMEDAY Huffman vs. Pinson Valley football

In case you missed it, Sports Illustrated featured Huffman grad Robert Miller, who recently accepted an e-sports scholarship to the University of Montevallo, in a story on pathway from high school e-sports to college and the pros. 👾

SI's story originates from BCS Media's coverage of Miller's signing ceremony with the Falcons. Get the full stories here. #SuccessStartsHere

29 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Huffman grad Robert Miller on signing day

The BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week features the Huffman Vikings in a Friday night clash with eastern Jefferson County rival Pinson Valley. Watch on Facebook or YouTube!

29 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Game of the Week Huffman Vikings vs. Pinson Valley September 5 @ Huffman Stadium
Reminder: all of our schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day.
about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
All BCS schools and offices will be closed Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day.
TODAS LAS ESCUELAS Y OFICINAS DE BCS ESTARÁN CERRADAS Lunes 1 de Septiembre EN CONMEMORACIÓN DEL DÍA DEL TRABAJO

Breakfast is essential to success in the classroom! Make the most of your child's morning with your School Breakfast Program. It's nutritious, convenient, and low cost. #SuccessStartsHere

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
Breakfast is essential to success in the classroom! Make the most of your child's morning with your School Breakfast Program Nutritious Convenient Low Cost
El desayuno es esencial para el éxito en el aula! Aprovecha al máximo la mañana de tu hijo con tu Programa de Desayuno Escolar Nutritivo | Conveniente | Económico

Football is BACK! Ramsay and Parker kicked off the season last night, with the remainder of our high schools in action tonight. Here are the players to keep an eye on.

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Players to Watch in 2025 WOODLAWN HIGH SCHOOL Keliaun Johnson - DB Cornealius Hudson - ATH Deitric Young - ATH Elijah Foreman - OL/DE PARKER HIGH SCHOOL JaMareon Fisk - LB Jeremiah Jackson - RB Anthony Craig - S Chancellor Sparks - RB RAMSAY HIGH SCHOOL Davey Lawrence III, - QB Jordan Smith - LB Carlos May - DT Jayden Martin - RB Michell Orr - WR Pierce Alexander - WR HUFFMAN HIGH SCHOOL Joel Ray - DE/TE Jayden Grant - RB Reginald Jones - LB CARVER HIGH SCHOOL Tayler Willison - DE/TE Xavion Wood - WR Jaquaveon Sands - CB/WR Kenterll Tolbert - RB De'Jarvis Wade II - QB Kendell Thomas - WR WENONAH HIGH SCHOOL Demazia Taylor - QB/WR JACKSON-OLIN HIGH SCHOOL Darrion Lewis - RB/DB/WR Tristian Carter - DE/TE Fredric Reese - WR/DB

Tune in tonight at 6 p.m. for the BCS Under the Lights Preseason Show! The BCS Media team has the inside scoop on the contenders and ascenders and the players to watch for the season in football and flag football. #SuccessStartsHere #highschoolfootball

about 1 month ago, Birmingham City Schools
BCS Under the Lights Preseason Show -- Our official breakdown of the upcoming season of BCS football -- August 20 @ 6 p.m. -- Watch us live on Facebook or YouTube @Bhamcityschools

Recent Huffman High School graduate Robert Miller has made history as the first e-sports scholarship recipient from Birmingham City Schools! He signed with the University of Montevallo today. Read more.

about 2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Montevallo E-Sports Coach Ethan Baggett and Robert Miller
Montevallo E-Sports Coach Ethan Baggett, Robert Miller, and Huffman Coach Justin Hackett
Robert Miller flanked by family and BCS friends
Robert Miller and Huffman faculty
Board Member Sherman Collins, BCS Chief Academic Officer Pamela Williams, and Huffman Principal John Lyons
The Miller family

Players and coaches from the Huffman Vikings and Lady Vikings spoke with media yesterday during BCS Under the Lights Media Day! Check out the full football broadcast schedule at the BCS Under the Lights page.

about 2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
The Huffman Vikings are stage!
Coach Rodney Bivens
Reginald Jones
Tyler Wilson
The Lady Vikings!
Aiyana Dean
Jakeyla Carlton
Ra'Katyln Plaskett
Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan
BCS Athletic Director Henry Pope

The FOCUS Act, a new law for all public schools in the state of Alabama, goes into effect for the 2025-2026 school year. Watch this special message from Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan to learn how we are complying with the law in our schools.

about 2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
The following items are prohibited by state law for use during the instructional day except for limited circumstances: cell phone, tablet, laptop, pager, gaming device, smart glasses, air pods, smart watch