Martha Gaskins Elementary

Celebrate public schools! This week, we honor the people who work in public schools in our district and across the country, including teachers, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, custodians, administrative staff, and many more! #SuccessStartsHere

Reminder: All BCS athletic events are subject to our clear bag policy, which also covers prohibited items. Prohibited items that are discovered during security inspections must either be returned to the owner’s vehicle or discarded. No items will be left at the gate. All other items that enter athletic facilities are subject to visual search. View the full policy at https://5il.co/2vp2w

Have you completed the Title I survey for Fall 2024? If not, get started at https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/262558/p3265 or text SURVEY to 205-941-6585. Deadline to complete is Nov. 15! #SuccessStartsHere

Reminder: All Birmingham City Schools will be closed on Monday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

Reminder: all BCS schools will be closed on Friday, Oct. 25 for Fall Break.

Reminder: All BCS schools will have an eLearning Day on Monday, October 14. It is also parent/teacher conference day; if you need to schedule a conference, contact your school. #SuccessStartsHere

The Fall 2024 Title I Survey is open NOW through Nov. 15. Please complete the survey and help us improve our programs! Complete the survey at https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/262558/p3265 or text SURVEY to 205-941-6585

Our last community rollout meeting on the new BCS Strategic Plan takes place tonight at 6 p.m. at G.W. Carver High School. Please take this opportunity to join us and learn about our roadmap for the next five years!

Fall Intersession begins next week! Register today at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/intersession #SuccessStartsHere

Mark your calendars! Fall Intersession 2024 starts in 10 days. Register at https://www.bhamcityschools.org/intersession #SuccessStartsHere

All after school care has been canceled today due to the threat of inclement weather.

Join us at the Lincoln Professional Development Center next Friday morning for the BCS Parent Information Fair! Learn about our district departments and how they support students and families. We'll have door prizes as well. To register, go to https://www.bhamcityschools.org/parent-info-fair #SuccessStartsHere

Are you a student who likes to express artistically through music, theater, dance, and/or other visual art forms, including drawing, digital art, painting, or 3D sculpture? Create a piece of art reflecting what Hispanic Culture means to you. If selected, your work will be displayed at the BMA as part of the celebration for HHM. All students, regardless of their artistic background or experience, are encouraged to submit their work. Your unique perspective is what makes our community vibrant. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your talent! Submit your work by the deadline, October 1, 2024 at https://forms.gle/QDy4e6wqRTT5XGQi6 #SuccessStartsHere

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Scholars who attend school regularly are more likely to graduate and succeed later in life. https://youtu.be/Ciips2GE7rc #SuccessStartsHere

All of our schools and offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the holiday!

Birmingham City Schools has partnered with MySchoolBucks to give you an online purchasing option for school donations and fees! Visit https://www.bhamcityschools.org/payments to access the MySchoolBucks store. Check out as a guest, create your free account online, or download the mobile app.  You can check out using your credit/debit card or electronic check. You can also continue to visit your school office to make in person payments. **Please note:  After School Care and schools currently using ESchool Payments will continue using ESchool Payments. Stay tuned for these sites to convert to MySchoolBucks soon!

The Strategic Plan for Birmingham City Schools is a living document that serves as our roadmap for continued success and represents our commitment to the community input and equitable outcomes. Join us at one of our upcoming community meets to learn more about our strategic plan and how it guides the important work of the district to prepare ALL students for successful careers, lifelong learning, and civic engagement. #SuccessStartsHere

Today, we visited Martha Gaskins Elementary School. Our scholars are getting back into the swing of things!#SuccessStartsHere

Tomorrow is the first day of school for 2024-25! Dr. Mark Sullivan is excited to welcome everyone back. In his first video message of the school year, our superintendent goes over three key points: attendance, electronic devices, and preparedness. View it here: https://youtu.be/0JxB7vN9Jl0 #SuccessStartsHere 🎓

Start the school year off right this Saturday! FREE Food, Live DJ, High School Bands, Limited Chrome Books, Giveaways, School Registration, Bookbags filled with School Supplies, Community Resources, and Back to School Essentials!