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Having fun and learning this school year
Having fun while learning and doing homework this school year.
FIRST ALERT: Tips to avoid back-to-school traffic
The WBRC FOX6 News app's traffic map provides up-to-date information on any accidents or delays that could affect your commute.
Birmingham City Schools urging parents to register students before the first day of class
Birmingham City Schools urging parents to register students before the first day of class to avoid long lines.
State troopers offer safety tips for driving to school
State troopers offer safety advice to young drivers before the start of school
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Florence schools warning parents about truancy
If a child has more than a dozen unexcused days off from school, the parents of that student could go to jail. When a child has five unexcused absences, the school notifies the parents.
Birmingham City Schools preparing for start of classes
BIrmingham CIty are preparing for a successful school year.
Teachers finding new ways to raise money for classroom supplies
Teachers are searching for ways to make sure no student goes without.
Rutledge Middle School delays first day of school to address mold
Midfield city officials work to address surface mold as back to school approaches
The power of pre-K
That initial year of school before kindergarten is more than a transition period, and it can be super constructive in the building blocks of brain development.
Parker HS band students ‘ecstatic’ to show off new uniforms
New school year, new band uniforms.
SROs getting ready for new school year
In just a few days, the back to school season gets underway. Everybody’s getting ready for another school year, including school resource officers.
2019-2020 start dates for Central Alabama school systems
Check below to see the start dates for your area!
Stuff the Bus with school supplies on August 3
Visit your local Walmart in Central Alabama and donate school supplies to help more children start the school year off right. Once you stock up on everything for your kids’ classroom, pick up a few extra supplies and donate them to the on-site Salvation Army bus.
Where to look for deals on school supplies
The sales tax-free weekend has come and gone, and the clock is ticking to get all your children’s school supplies.
Box Tops for Education Program is going digital
The Box Tops for Education program is going digital with a new mobile app which will allow parents to scan their store receipt and earn money for their kiddo’s school!
Leeds High School students are welcomed back to school with new cell phone policy
Students need to be aware of cell phone policies, as they head back to school.
Long school waitlists for pre-K students
School systems in Jefferson County are getting ready for the new school year.