West End Academy

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.

A recording of our Literacy Act Parent Meeting via Zoom is now available for those who could not attend. https://bhmk12.zoom.us/rec/share/56SnK6gwjacQJH4LJLgABtYWuOeKZbVEdX3XdOI9B1_iHLUogx_TRhiCducktTdt.chd_y9IuA_AdR03A Passcode: Y%!p$o7S

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

Learn about the Alabama Literacy Act and help students improve their fluency at our Nourishing Your Mind & Nourishing Your Body seminar this Wednesday, Oct. 21. Register TODAY at https://form.jotform.com/242894422910155 OR by calling the school office at 205-231-1742.

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!

Join us Tuesday, October 1, 2024 for Taco Tuesday at West End Academy. The cost is $6.00 per ticket. The time will be during your child's lunch time. If you have children in multiple grades, pick the time that is convent for you!

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

Our scholars at West End Academy have an appetite for reading! This week, the library held a "book tasting" to drive excitement around reading and to encourage students to check out books.

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

Thanks to everyone who came to Meet the Teacher Night at West End Academy!

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!