Hayes K-8 School

09/02/2026

Looking ahead to September and October, we’re excited for all that’s ahead for our C.W. Hayes K-8 Pacesetters!🧡💙

Be sure to mark your calendars and stay connected so you don’t miss what’s ahead!

09/02/2026

Girls on the Run is coming to Hayes K-8! 🧡💙

Registration is NOW OPEN for girls in 3rd–5th grade!

Girls on the Run is 8 weeks of fun, friendship, confidence-building, and movement — ending with a 5K!

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 3:00–4:30 PM

Sept. 15 – Nov. 14
Program Fee: $25
Only 15 spots available!

Register today at www.gotrbham.org

Financial assistance is available. Email Ms. Castro for a financial assistance code. [email protected]

It’s not about running fast — it’s about moving with confidence!

09/01/2026

Join us for Hayes K-8 Open House on Thursday, September 10th from 4:00–5:30 PM!

Come walk the halls of Hayes, meet your child’s teachers, and get connected for an exciting school year! We will also have a parent meeting, door prizes, pizza, and a special fashion show!

And there’s a little friendly competition… the class with the MOST parent attendance will win an ICE CREAM PARTY!

We can’t wait to welcome our Hayes families into the building. Please make plans to join us!

09/01/2026

Do you love taking pictures, creating videos, being creative, working with others, or representing Hayes K-8 in a positive light? This is your chance to be part of our Media Team!

Students interested in applying must:
• Pick up and complete a Media Team application
• Have a teacher complete a Teacher Recommendation Form
• Turn in BOTH forms by the end of the day on Friday, September 4th

We are looking for 6th- 8th graders who are responsible, creative, and enthusiastic students who are ready to help capture and share the amazing things happening at Hayes K-8!

See Ms. King for an application!

09/01/2026

🧡💙 Pacesetter Parent Shout-Out! 💙🧡

A special THANK YOU to our Hayes K-8 parents and families for your continued support during dismissal! Your patience and partnership help us ensure that dismissal remains safe and smooth for our students, families, and staff.

It truly takes all of us working together to make Hayes a great place for our children. We appreciate our Hayes families!

One Team. One Mission. Student Success. 🧡💙

08/22/2026

08/20/2026

Hayes K-8 Dress Code Reminder

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Beginning Monday, August 24, students will be expected to follow the Birmingham City Schools dress code each day. Students who arrive at school out of dress code will be addressed according to school and district procedures.

Please review these important expectations with your child:

* Pants, jeans, Capri pants, and appropriate-length walking shorts are permitted. Shorts should be no more than 2 inches above the knee
* Holes in clothing must fall below the fingertips when arms are fully extended at the sides.
* Students must wear enclosed shoes. Shoes with chains, steel toes, metal reinforcement, or other unsafe features are not permitted.
* Hoods may not be worn during the school day.
* Oversized clothing, sagging pants, pajamas, leggings, spandex, or other skintight clothing are not permitted.
* Cargo-style pants or shorts with excessive pockets, overalls, and coveralls are not permitted.
* Tank tops, tube tops, halter tops, mesh tops, midriff tops, or clothing that exposes cleavage are not permitted.
* Clothing or accessories displaying offensive, lewd, vulgar, or obscene language or images are prohibited.
* Male students wearing pants are required to wear a belt.

We are asking families to please check your child's attire before they leave home each morning. Your support will help us keep the focus on teaching, learning, and maintaining a safe and appropriate school environment.

For the complete dress code policy, please visit the Birmingham City Schools website and review the Student Code of Conduct.

Thank you for your continued support of Hayes K-8.

08/18/2026

“Good morning Hayes K-8 families,
This is Principal Clancy calling with an important reminder about our Birmingham City Schools Fall Sports Attendance Guidelines. All guests under 18 must enter and remain with a parent or guardian who presents valid photo identification. Only clear bags are permitted. Spectators must remain seated and follow all facility rules throughout the event.
Fighting, profanity, smoking, alcohol, and any disruptive behavior are strictly prohibited. Individuals who violate these expectations may be removed from the event without a ticket refund.
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us maintain safe, positive, and enjoyable experiences for all.
Birmingham City Schools – Success Starts Here!"

08/18/2026

8/18 Important Dismissal Update for Avondale Walkers

Parents and Guardians,

Effective immediately, our dismissal procedure for students classified as Avondale Walkers has changed.

For the safety of our students, staff, and families, students will no longer be permitted to be picked up on the street where our car rider line is located. Parents and guardians who are driving to pick up their child must enter the designated car rider line.

Administration and security will be present during dismissal to direct parents and help ensure the new procedure is followed.

Thank you for your cooperation and for supporting Hayes K-8 as we work to maintain a safe and orderly dismissal process for everyone.

-Mrs. Clancy

08/17/2026

Meet the Teacher is TODAY!

Pacesetter families, we can’t wait to see you! Join us TODAY from 3:30–4:30 PM for Meet the Teacher.

Please come out to meet your Pacesetter’s teachers, learn more about the upcoming school year, and get ready for an amazing year together! We are so excited to welcome you all! 💙