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

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



Oxmoor Valley Elementary School Band Director Takisha Shipman and Art Teacher Isabella Ziglar have secured a $10,000 grant for the school from the Arts Alliance Education Initiative! Read more at our website. #SuccessStartsHere










Please take a minute to complete the Spring 2026 Parent Survey
ENCUESTA PARA PADRESDE ALUMNOS. DE PRIMAVERADE 2026


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.













🥇 Princeton Alternative
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The final competitions for the 2026 Academic Bowl are set! Watch the High School and Middle School rounds LIVE on YouTube tomorrow starting at 10 a.m. Look for results in the News section. #SuccessStartsHere

We are proud to celebrate Mrs. Ishman for being named 2025–2026 Librarian of the Year! Her dedication to inspiring a love for reading, supporting our students and teachers, and creating a welcoming library environment makes a lasting impact at Oxmoor Valley Elementary.
Thank you for all that you do to help our Jaguars learn, grow, and explore through books every day. We are so proud of you! 💜📚 #SuccessStartsHere



Join Us! March 5, 2026
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Oxmoor Valley Elementary School pre-k scholar Sir Jones impersonated our superintendent for the school's Black History Month program this week.












🍎 December Teacher of the Month: Ms. Kendall Waters
Ms. Waters’s love for teaching shines every day through her dedication, kindness, and commitment to excellence. She builds lasting relationships with students and families, maintains high expectations in a nurturing environment, and consistently inspires growth, confidence, and student success. She does all of this while leading with a smile and respect for her colleagues!
👏 Help us congratulate Ms. Waters for the incredible impact she continues to make in our school community!

🍎 November Teacher of the Month: Mr. Darryl Woods (1st Grade)
Mr. Woods consistently goes above and beyond for his students and the school community, stepping into leadership roles wherever needed and ensuring students feel supported, motivated, and proud. He is a collaborative team player who works well with students, colleagues, and administration, shows strong dedication to improving student behavior, and eagerly supports the "Enchanters House" with excellence and heart.
👏 Join us in congratulating Mr. Woods for his outstanding service and commitment to student success!

Join us "in-person or virtually" Title I Parent And Family Engagement
Data Assessment “A Spotlight on Student Data”
Link to attend Virtually- https://bhmk12.zoom.us/meeting/register/Dky9VGXASjSGyZSXu0K5eQ












