eNews  
A newsletter for parents, students, staff and community 
A Message from the Superintendent (3/7/2014) 

For the last several years, Birmingham City Schools has clearly demonstrated that student achievement is its highest priority.  The establishment of seven career academies in six high schools, the designation of a primary and diploma international baccalaureate programs, and the expansion of Pre-K across the system are just of few examples that serve as a testament to this commitment.   

BCS Spotlite
The Parker Thundering Herd basketball team captures its first AHSAA State Championship since 1975

Outshines Sylacauga to capture 5A State Championship 

 

Student Voice 
Understanding how things 
work, how buildings and bridges are built, and what's  inside computers, .. looks like fun
Listen to the enthusiasm of these future health care professionals.



Running a restaurant or hotel, helping people plan trips around the world, being involved in big events .. what a life.
School News
 
Woodlawn High School Mixed Chorus represented the Birmingham City School System 

 
12th Annual Parent Camp  
   
Scholastic's Collaborative Writing Session Pre-AP 8th and 9th grade students will have a unique opportunity to participate
 
 
Birmingham High School City-Wide Visual Arts Competition
     
Alabama NCDA Poetry and Poster Contest
Several students to participate in Career Development & Poetry Contest

 
 
District Title I Spring Parent Survey 2014

District News

Like our second President John Adams who said, "Facts are stubborn things," Birmingham City Schools' want to communicate the facts  and take every opportunity to address some of the rumors we've heard. That said ... 

  
to witness what many are calling a new era for Birmingham City Schools. Notable of the many speakers was student from Lewis Elementary.  The fifth-grade student, Israel Torres, led the charge for the event.  He pleaded with the new board saying, "We're counting on you for your leadership.

A guide for long-range improvement of outcomes for the students of the Birmingham City School System.  Believe.Create.Succeed  

As we pursue new, innovative and challenging endeavors to increase academic achievement, we encourage you to become informed, engaged and support our efforts.     


Dr. Craig Witherspoon
 

 

Believe.Create.Succeed

 2013 Annual Report
This report provides a brief summary of some of the accomplishments, milestones and achievements experienced by students, staff, and the system during the 2012-2013 school year

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District Calendar

The district calendar will keep you informed of whats happening at BCS.

BCS Partners 
  
Volunteers support our schools each year. We thank those of you who already volunteer your time and encourage interested parents and community members to join us in our mission to provide every student with a high quality education. 
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Alabama Gas Company
Birmingham Education
Foundation
Girls, Inc.
Princeton Baptist
Medical Center
Alabama Power
Company
Birmingham
Museum of Art
Golden Corral
Regions Bank
AT&T
Birmingham Rotary
Club

Growing Kings, Inc.

 

Protective Life
Corporation
BB&T Bank
Birmingham YMCA
Junior Achievement
University of Alabama
at Birmingham
BBVA Compass
Birmingham Zoo
Kiwanis Club of 
Birmingham
United Way of
Central Alabama
Bravis, Inc.
Coca-Cola
Bottling Company
Lawson State
Community College
Virginia College
Bright House Networks
Cultural Alliance of
Greater Birmingham
Mission Birmingham
Transformation
Strategies
Woodlawn
Innovation Network