BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – On Wednesday, November 20, at 1:30 p.m., Birmingham City’s Ramsay High School celebrated its recognition by the United States Department of Education as a 2013 National Blue Ribbon School. The event, held at the school, was a celebration of the student body, faculty, staff, parents, and community. Attendees also included senior level district administrators, Dr. Craig Witherspoon, BCS Superintendent and special guest, Dr. Tommy Bice, State Superintendent.
Long respected as one of the State’s premier high schools, Ramsay’s Blue Ribbon designation is an honor which signifies that it is a school where students perform at very high levels.
“We are so proud of this honor which reflects the commitment of students, faculty, staff, administration, parents and community partners to academic excellence,” said Dr. Evelyn Nettles, Principal of Ramsay High School.
The Superintendent, too, is proud to be in the national spotlight as National Blue Ribbon Schools serve as models for other schools throughout the nation. The designation also sends a strong, positive message to the local community.
“Having recently received International Baccalaureate designation, and now receiving this Blue Ribbon honor, we’re changing the conversation about education in Birmingham City Schools,” said Dr. Craig Witherspoon, Superintendent.
“These recent designations are clear evidence of our commitment to this community to educate students to the highest level.”
Founded in 1982, the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools where students perform at very high levels or where significant improvements are being made in students’ academic achievement. The award acknowledges and validates the hard work of students, educators, families and communities in attaining exemplary achievement.
