2022-23 Attendance Due

Virtual

Make sure your students' 2022-2023 attendance records are complete by June 30th.

Barons with Essential

Regions Field 1401 1st Avenue S, Birmingham, AL, United States

Take your family out to the ballpark, and enjoy time with other Essential families! Group Rate Includes: Baseline Box seat Meal voucher for hot dog, chips, & a soda Taxes and processing fees A special bonus is that we will be there for the Faith & Family Night presented by Birmingham Christian Family Publications, and there will be fireworks! Use the form below to reserve your families seats by July 5th.

BHC Back to School Homeschool Field Day

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

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of fun, fellowship, and food.  The greater homeschool community is coming together to play games, share resources, and enjoy connecting together. Essential is sponsoring a parents vs. students kickball game, and other organizations will be present with other activities. There will be activities for all ages. Learn more at https://birminghamhomeschoolers.com/event/bhc-back-to-school-field-day-2/

Christian College Fair

Briarwood Christian High School 6255 Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham, AL, United States

Register to attend this college fair with primarily Christian and faith-based colleges/universities.  This is free and a good way for high school students to see all the options that are available to them. Register to Attend

National College Fair

Finley Center at the Hoover Met 5508 Stadium Trace Parkway, Hoover, AL, United States

This is a large exhibit hall with lots of area and national colleges represented.  High school students are encouraged to attend for information and inspiration for the future.  "College" can be so much more than just academics - come explore all the opportunities. FREE ADMISSION   REGISTER TO ATTEND

Pumpkin Decorating Park Day

Melrose Park Playground 11101 Chelsea Road, Chelsea, United States

Join us for an informal time of gathering together for crafting and fellowship! Bring pumpkins, decorating resources, newspaper, any tables/chairs you have.

BHC Thanksgiving Feast

Homewood Central Park 1632 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL, United States

Homewood Central Park has a very large field to set up picnic blankets, camp chairs, and even portable tables.  If you are comfortable with sharing food and eating as a potluck, you can bring your own table to set up at your picnic spot.  This is a great way to connect with other families. We will have Thanksgiving crafts and activities available, and teens are encouraged to come as well! This event will be held rain or shine.  We won’t be able to reschedule this event, but we encourage everyone to be wise and safe if there is inclement weather.

BHC Geography Fair

Hoover Public Library 200 Municipal Lane, Hoover, AL, United States

Visit the BHC website to register your student's participation by December 6th! More info at https://birminghamhomeschoolers.com/event/geography-fair/  

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

BJCC Concert Hall 2100 Richard Arrington Blvd N, Birmingham, AL, United States

Let's enjoy a wonderful holiday tradition together! Essential is offering this field trip opportunity in collaboration with BHC.  Visit the website at https://birminghamhomeschoolers.com/event/george-balanchines-the-nutcracker-2/ Don't forget to use the BHC Discount Code for Essential families - Visit your Member Page for that coupon code.

BHC Science Fair

Hoover Public Library 200 Municipal Lane, Hoover, AL, United States

Share your knowledge and experiments! We are excited to offer the BHC Science Fair for the 2023-2024 school year for all ages and grade levels as well. We do require you to register your student’s project by January 23rd if possible. The $5 registration fee will help BHC cover the expenses of the venue, judges, and prizes – yes, this event includes some friendly competition! Visit the event website for details and for registration.