

We are excited to welcome our Hayes families to Literacy Night tomorrow, Thursday, October 1, at 4:30 p.m.!
Our educators have been working hard to plan a fun evening where parents and students can learn, laugh, and participate together! This isn’t just a night to watch. Come ready to join in, learn alongside your child, and have some fun!
🎉 Here’s what you can look forward to:
📚 Fun, interactive literacy activities with our teachers
👨👩👧 Opportunities to learn WITH your child
🍽️ Dinner will be served!
🎁 THREE gift cards will be raffled off!
We have put a lot of thought and time into making this an evening our families will enjoy, and we want YOU there!
Thursday, October 1 | 4:30 p.m. | Hayes K-8
Come hungry, come ready to learn, and come ready to have a great time with your child! 🧡💙
One Team. One Mission. Student Success.


Your voice matters! Help us make Hayes K–8 even better by completing the Community Schools Survey.
We sent surveys home on September 14, and distributed additional copies today. Please check your child’s belongings, complete the survey and accompanying form, and return both to school.
🎉 YOU COULD WIN A $25 GIFT CARD!
Everyone who returns a completed survey AND form will be entered into a raffle!
🎁 FOUR (4) WINNERS will each receive a $25 gift card!
⏰ The survey closes TONIGHT! Please complete it today. Instructions for completing and returning the survey are located on the flyer.
Thank you for sharing your feedback and helping us continue to set the pace at Hayes K–8! 🧡💙

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!


Please check with your child to see if they received a Braintrust Tutors Family Night flyer. Selected students received a flyer inviting their families to learn more about this exciting academic support opportunity.
Our Parent Informational Session is TODAY!
📅 Thursday, September 17
⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM
📍 In Person: Hayes K-8 Cafeteria
💻 Virtual: Join us via Zoom using the link provided on the flyer.
We encourage parents of selected students to attend in person or virtually to learn more about Braintrust Tutors, how the program will support your child, and what you can expect.
We hope to see you at 4:00! 💙🧡 #HayesPacesetters #SettingThePace

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


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!

A special THANK YOU to our Hayes K-8 parents and families for your continued support during dismissal! Your patience and partnership help us ensure that dismissal remains safe and smooth for our students, families, and staff.
It truly takes all of us working together to make Hayes a great place for our children. We appreciate our Hayes families!
One Team. One Mission. Student Success. 🧡💙
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Beginning Monday, August 24, students will be expected to follow the Birmingham City Schools dress code each day. Students who arrive at school out of dress code will be addressed according to school and district procedures.
Please review these important expectations with your child:
* Pants, jeans, Capri pants, and appropriate-length walking shorts are permitted. Shorts should be no more than 2 inches above the knee
* Holes in clothing must fall below the fingertips when arms are fully extended at the sides.
* Students must wear enclosed shoes. Shoes with chains, steel toes, metal reinforcement, or other unsafe features are not permitted.
* Hoods may not be worn during the school day.
* Oversized clothing, sagging pants, pajamas, leggings, spandex, or other skintight clothing are not permitted.
* Cargo-style pants or shorts with excessive pockets, overalls, and coveralls are not permitted.
* Tank tops, tube tops, halter tops, mesh tops, midriff tops, or clothing that exposes cleavage are not permitted.
* Clothing or accessories displaying offensive, lewd, vulgar, or obscene language or images are prohibited.
* Male students wearing pants are required to wear a belt.
We are asking families to please check your child's attire before they leave home each morning. Your support will help us keep the focus on teaching, learning, and maintaining a safe and appropriate school environment.
For the complete dress code policy, please visit the Birmingham City Schools website and review the Student Code of Conduct.
Thank you for your continued support of Hayes K-8.
Effective immediately, our dismissal procedure for students classified as Avondale Walkers has changed.
For the safety of our students, staff, and families, students will no longer be permitted to be picked up on the street where our car rider line is located. Parents and guardians who are driving to pick up their child must enter the designated car rider line.
Administration and security will be present during dismissal to direct parents and help ensure the new procedure is followed.
Thank you for your cooperation and for supporting Hayes K-8 as we work to maintain a safe and orderly dismissal process for everyone.
Mrs. Clancy, Principal
This is Principal Clancy calling with an important reminder about our Birmingham City Schools Fall Sports Attendance Guidelines. All guests under 18 must enter and remain with a parent or guardian who presents valid photo identification. Only clear bags are permitted. Spectators must remain seated and follow all facility rules throughout the event.
Fighting, profanity, smoking, alcohol, and any disruptive behavior are strictly prohibited. Individuals who violate these expectations may be removed from the event without a ticket refund.
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us maintain safe, positive, and enjoyable experiences for all.
Birmingham City Schools – Success Starts Here!"










Join us in welcoming Principal Lindi Clancy to C.W. Hayes K-8 School! #SuccessStartsHere 🦅


During Sensational Summer Learning at Hayes K-8 School, we work hard AND play hard! After focusing on academics, scholars have the opportunity to enjoy some recreational activities. Scholars also have access to classes on podcasting.




















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.

We're horsing around for wellness at Hayes K-8! Equine therapy is a therapeutic approach using horses to help individuals improve mental, emotional, and physical health. 🐴




















