Hayes K-8 School celebrated its first International Fair, a vibrant celebration of diverse cultures worldwide. Students, teachers, and board members experienced a world of traditions, tastes, music, and fun—all in one place!










Parents, sign your scholars up for Sensational Summer Learning and prevent summer learning loss! Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/intersession for more information and to register. #SuccessStartsHere


Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now OPEN! Get started at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/registration #SuccessStartsHere 🏫

Out of an abundance of caution, all students will study independently at home due to potential severe weather on March 31, 2025. All district offices will be closed and district staff will work remotely.

Today is the last day of school before Spring Break! All schools will be closed next week, and all BCS facilities will be closed Wednesday through Friday. Enjoy the week off! #SuccessStartsHere


In recognition of Read Across America Week and the Alabama Literary Act, which states that if a child isn't reading on grade level by third-grade, they will be retained, Phi Iota Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. are determined that no child will be left behind on their watch. Their members read to scholars throughout the week at Henry J. Oliver Elementary, Hayes K8 School, Minor Elementary and West End Academy. #SuccessStartsHere
Reminder: Monday, March 10 is an e-learning day for all Birmingham City Schools. #SuccessStartsHere


Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan visited Hayes today as a guest reader to kick off Read Across America Week!


We still have space and lots of opportunities available in BCS Early College!
Please click here to register for the upcoming informational event for BCS Early College — Woodlawn and BCS Early College Wenonah. We will have take dinner available and we need your response by March 6, 2025. Click here to reserve your spot: https://forms.gle/79j52uLCGcCjH74W7
You start the application process by clicking here:
https://www.bhamcityschools.org/registration

Reminder: All BCS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day. #SuccessStartsHere


Reminder: All BCS facilities will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025 in observance of Presidents' Day. #SuccessStartsHere


Winter Intersession is next week! Register now to take advantage of this opportunity for enrichment. Get started at http://bhamcityschools.org/intersession #SuccessStartsHere


Parents, please join our Parent & Family Engagement team to learn more about State
Standardized Tests and how we can help our scholars prepare. Register for virtual session at https://bhmk12.zoom.us/meeting/register/ISenrGyNRAC7suHQgFslqw #SuccessStartsHere


Third grade parents, please attend our Reading on Track webinar with your children to ensure they meet the Alabama Literacy Act! Join us online this Monday, Feb. 10 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Register and attend at http://www.bhamcityschools.org/reading #SuccessStartsHere


Winter Intersession is right around the corner! Register now at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/intersession #SuccessStartsHere

We are in the process of proposing the 2025-2026 School Year Calendar. We want our students to have the best learning environment possible and we need your feedback in making that possible. Please review the proposed calendar and provide feedback. https://5il.co/368tz

Parents of middle and high school students (especially seniors), learn more about the 2nd semester, BCS Early College, and the Birmingham Promise scholarship at our Pathways to Success webinar on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 11 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/pathways to register/attend #SuccessStartsHere


Due to the threat of inclement weather, Birmingham City Schools will have an E-Learning Day on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. All employees will work remotely. All after school and extracurricular activities are cancelled.


Due to potential inclement weather, all Birmingham City Schools buildings and facilities will be closed Friday, January 10, 2025.


Congratulations to Madison Abney at Hayes K-8 for earning National Board Certification! #SuccessStartsHere

