Families impacted by SNAP delays can now apply for supplemental funding through the City of Birmingham. Visit https://www.birminghamal.gov/bhamready to apply.

20 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Bham Ready

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

4 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

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

9 days 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
Oxmoor Valley Elementary School will host its annual STEAM Day on
Thursday, December 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This event is an opportunity for students to engage with Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics in a dynamic, hands-on environment.

We would be honored to have your organization join us! Register at https://lnkd.in/ekmgNrB5 by November 3, 2025 #SuccessStartsHere
15 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
Oxmoor Valley Elementary School will host its annual STEAM Day on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This event is an opportunity for students to engage with Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics in a dynamic, hands-on environment.   We would be honored to have your organization join us! Register at https://lnkd.in/ekmgNrB5 by November 3, 2025 to confirm your attendance and discuss your involvement.
We are grateful for all of our educators. Tell your teachers THANKS this month! #SuccessStartsHere
15 days 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!

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

21 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
E-Learning October 31
APRENDIZAJE  VIRTUAL 31 de octubre

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

30 days ago, Birmingham City Schools
NOW OPEN: FALL 2025 TITLE I PARENT SURVEY (closes Nov. 14)
AHORA ABIERTA Encuesta para padres del Título I de otoño de 2025 La encuesta cierra el 14 de noviembre
October is National Principals Appreciation Month. We are thankful to all of our principals for setting the standard for success in our schools! #SuccessStartsHere
about 2 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS APPRECIATION MONTH We are PROUD of the leaders in our schools!
OCTUBRE MES NACIONAL DE RECONOCIMIENTO A LOS DIRECTORES ¡Estamos ORGULLOSOS de los líderes en nuestras escuelas!
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from Birmingham City Schools! We are proud to celebrate the cultural diversity of our students, families, and employees. #SuccessStartsHere
2 months 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.
Reminder: all of our schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day.
3 months 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

3 months 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
We send a huge OVE “THANK YOU” to Southern Company for donating school supplies and gift cards!
3 months ago, Oxmoor Valley Elementary
Thank You  Southern Company!
Thank You  Southern Company!
Join us for COLOR Days!
3 months ago, Oxmoor Valley Elementary
Join us for COLOR Days!

Our 2025-2026 Title I Annual Parent Meeting will be held Thursday, August 21, at 9:30am. You may join us In-Person or Virtual!https://bhmk12.zoom.us/meeting/register/UMl4K21aRQqF2TwKMfc8aw#/registration

3 months ago, Oxmoor Valley Elementary
OVE  2025-2026 Title I Annual Parent Meeting
It's been a fantastic first week of school! Thanks for being present and prepared to learn. It's going to be an a-maze-ing year!
3 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Oxmoor Valley Day One 2025 (6)
Oxmoor Valley Day One 2025
Oxmoor Valley Day One 2025 (4)
Oxmoor Valley Day One 2025 (1)
Oxmoor Valley Day One 2025 (2)
Oxmoor Valley Day One 2025 (5)
Oxmoor Valley Day One 2025 (7)
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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.

4 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
It was all fun and games this week at Oxmoor Valley Elementary for the school's Game On back to school rally. #SuccessStartsHere
4 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Principal Dr. Melvin Love (left) at the Game On back to school rally
Game On back to school rally
Game On back to school rally
Game On back to school rally
Game On back to school rally
Game On back to school rally
Game On back to school rally
Game On back to school rally
Game On back to school rally
Game On back to school rally

Updated bus routes for the 2025-2026 school year are available on our website! See our Back to School Guide for links to this and other important info to prepare for the first day of school on August 7!

4 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Bus Routes -- updated and available at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/article/2301509

📢📢📢📢ATTENTION PARENTS: Beginning this school year, ALL public Alabama schools will implement the Focus Act — a statewide law passed in an effort to strengthen literacy, ensure early academic success, and provide targeted support for students. Read more on the law here and how it prohibits wireless communication devices in schools.

4 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
Students in the computer lab at Martha Gaskins Elementary School

Are you looking for 2025-2026 calendars? Visit Events to view the district calendar and sync with your personal calendar. For printable calendars, visit the District Calendars documents folder.

4 months ago, Birmingham City Schools
2025-2026 District Calendar