$45M Capital Plan Proposed for Career Training Hub, Other School Projects
Birmingham’s mayor released a plan to use tax funds set aside for debt to pay for a career training hub, basketball court renovations and financial literacy program.
Education
Coast Guard Ceremony Heralds New Day for Birmingham-Southern Campus
The ribbon was cut Friday for the new U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Birmingham-Southern.
Dr. Mark Sullivan Says Teamwork Drove Birmingham Schools’ Success — and His State Honor
The Birmingham City Schools superintendent was named 2025-26 Outstanding Superintendent of the Year by the AEA.
Birmingham Schools Superintendent Touts Progress as JeffCo Makes Annual Disbursements
Jefferson County commissioners on Thursday presented ceremonial checks to several school systems.
Penny Games to Showcase Intellectual Sports
The debate event spotlights Birmingham as a tech hub where young people can build their careers.
Alabama School Graduation, Readiness Rates on the Rise
More of Alabama’s students graduated high school last year designated as ready for the next step into college or the workplace, according to a new PARCA analysis.
Thursday Is the Deadline for City Students to Apply for Birmingham Promise Scholarships
The scholarships allow students to go to universities, colleges and certificate programs.
Jefferson County School Leader Becomes the National Face of Education
JefCoEd Superintendent Walter Gonsoulin Jr., newly named National Superintendent of the Year, works to give students a chance to achieve their dreams.
Birmingham Council Approves $250K to Expand Teaching Farm’s Program in City Schools
The move expands the program to serve 3,700 more students in western-area city schools. Read more.
Miles ‘Not Giving Up’ on Possibility of Buying BSC After Rebuff
The future of the former Birmingham-Southern College campus property is now unclear after a purchase agreement between BSC and Miles College expired at 3 p.m. Monday. Read more.