Reminder: Monday, March 10 is an e-learning day for all Birmingham City Schools. #SuccessStartsHere
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
Read Across America Week will be be the week of March 3-7, 2025. We have a week of activities planned for our virtual scholars. Please make plans for your scholar to participate. #CyberTigers
The application for BCS Virtual Academy of Learning is now open for the 2025-2026 school year. If you are looking for a customized and flexible virtual educational experience that meets or exceeds the local and state standards please feel out the application below..
English:
https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=42098&culture=en
Spanish:
https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=42098&culture=es
Dozens of colleges and universities are waiving application fees this week! For more information: https://www.bhamcityschools.org/article/1797025 #SuccessStartsHere
High school seniors, it’s scholarship season! Go to https://www.bhamcityschools.org/scholarships and see the available opportunities. Several scholarship applications have March deadlines, so act today! #SuccessStartsHere
Reminder: All BCS facilities will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025 in observance of Presidents' Day. #SuccessStartsHere
Reminder: All BCS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day. #SuccessStartsHere
Congratulations to Latoia Jackson, ARI Coach at BCS Virtual Academy of Learning, and Chastity Etheridge, Counselor at P.D. Jackson-Olin High School! These ladies were recognized during last night's board meeting for their dedication to our scholars. Learn more at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/article/2026944 #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
Camp Wellness returns for Winter Intersession! To register your high school scholar, contact Cheryl Hilliard, Mental Health Coordinator at 205-432-9879 or chilliard@bhm.k12.al.us #SuccessStartsHere
Mandatory ACAP practice test will take place on Monday and Tuesday, February 10th and 11th at the Lincoln Center. This is REQUIRED for all students in 3rd-8th grade. Please make plans for your child to be present and on time. Bring your devices and chargers
Please the February Calendar for BCS Virtual Academy.
The Council of the Great City Schools is accepting applications from African American and Hispanic high school seniors for the 2025 CGCS-Bernard Harris Scholarship Program. Learn more and apply at https://www.cgcs.org/awardsscholarships #SuccessStartsHere
Winter Intersession is right around the corner! Register now at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/intersession #SuccessStartsHere
All students in 3rd -8th grade are required to come in and participate in ACAP Practice Test. This will be held on Monday February 10th and Tuesday February 11th from 8:30am-1p.m at the Lincoln Center. This is MANDATORY so that we can get accurate data to adjust instruction and prepare for the spring assessment. Please make plans for your scholar to attend
The Rotary Club of Birmingham Foundation is now accepting applications for its annual Scholarships for Birmingham City Schools Seniors! Apply by March 14, 2025 at https://bit.ly/42vjaF1 #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
