Navigating High School

Virtual

We are offering an online workshop focusing on the high school journey.  This is only open to Essential families, because we will be discussing procedures specific to Essential enrollment and Essential’s diploma requirements.  Best for families with students in grades 8-12. Use online form below to RSVP for this workshop.  You must be logged in to complete the form and receive the workshop access information. After you complete the RSVP, please check all your email folders for an email with subject line “Your Tickets from Essential Church School.”  It can take up to 30 minutes for the link to process and be emailed. The virtual link gives you access to the Microsoft Teams meeting.  Microsoft Teams is available as a free app, and you can also access it through Google Chrome as a weblink.  Plan to log onto the meeting about 5 minutes before the workshop begins.  We won't be able to help with log on issues during the workshop.  This link will NOT work on Apple's Safari web browser.

Free

Girls Volleyball Tryouts

Gardendale Civic Center 857 Main Street, Gardendale, AL, United States

Ages 12 and up For more information, contact Ashley Atkinson at apatkinson74@gmail.com

2023-2024 Attendance Due

Virtual

Please submit your 2023-2024 attendance records through the online form or to the school office before June 30th. This is a legal requirement for all schools in Alabama.

2024-2025 School Year Begins

Virtual

The Essential school year runs from July 1st through June 30th. We allow families to set their own school day schedule within these parameters.

BHC Homeschool Field Day

McCallum Park Rosemary Lane, Vestavia Hills, AL, United States

Join us for an afternoon of activity, community, and summer refreshment! More details at https://birminghamhomeschoolers.com/event/bhc-homeschool-field-day/

Birmingham National College Fair

BJCC Birmingham, AL, United States

Essential highly recommends college fair attendance for all students in grades 9-12.  This large college fair offers information and access to colleges and specialty schools from all across the nation.  It's proven that exposure and admission to multiple colleges can affect your financial aid options.  We've seen it! Also, the opportunity for your student to see and interact with such a variety of schools will give them a view of what is available beyond the scope of their everyday experiences. RSVP online at https://www.nacacattend.org/24Birmingham

Rhythm, Rhyme, Flow!

UAB's Alys Stephens Center 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Join the Alabama Symphony Orchestra for a Hip Hop fusion show with local Birmingham talent Shaheed and D.J. Supreme! Perfect for all ages, this Young People’s Concert will fuse the orchestral artform with turntables, empowering messaging, and sick beats! Knowledge is power with the incorporation of STEAM components and a teacher guide for grades 3-5. We can’t wait to welcome you into the concert hall to experience the hype of this musical powerhouse collaboration between world class artists! Recommended for grades 3-12 Secure remaining seats here:

$1.00

Peter and the Wolf

Birmingham Children's Theatre Richard Arrington Junior Boulevard North, Birmingham, Alabama, United States

"Peter and the Wolf" comes to life in a captivating theatrical performance blending music, narration, and movement. This beloved Russian fairy tale, composed by Sergei Prokofiev, unfolds as Peter, a brave young boy, outwits a fearsome wolf with the help of his animal friends. Through enchanting melodies and vivid storytelling, audiences embark on a magical journey into the heart of the forest. Birmingham Children’s Theatre and the Alabama Symphony Orchestra invite you to join Peter on this timeless adventure filled with bravery, friendship, and the power of music. Recommended for ages 6 and older. Secure your admissions here!

$12.50 – $21.50

BHC Mom’s Night Out

Essential Church School Offices 4000 Eagle Point Corporate Drive, Birmingham, AL, United States

Join other moms for a time of crafting and fellowship. Bring your own white pumpkins and a snack/drink to share.  

Free

The Three Little Kittens

Birmingham Children's Theatre Richard Arrington Junior Boulevard North, Birmingham, Alabama, United States

For ages 4 - 8 years Step into the enchanting world of “The Three Little Kittens” where Katie Sue, Purr, Tuffy, and Whiskers embark on a delightful adventure! Join our feline friends as they search for their lost items and discover that any problem can be solved with a little bit of thinking. Don’t miss this purr-fectly charming theatrical experience!

$9.50 – $13.00