• Jack and the Beanstalk

    BCT Wee Folks Theatre 2130 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N, Birmingham, United States

    at the BJCC
    in the Wee Folks Theatre* | For ages 4 - 8 years

    Join brave young Jack as he climbs a towering beanstalk

  • Homeschool Alabama Capitol Day 2025

    Montgomery, AL Montgomery, AL, United States

    Registration is now closed at https://homeschoolalabama.org.  Space is limited for the day's activities inside and around the Statehouse.  BUT - your family can still participate in the afternoon rally together with other homeschool families from around the state. Stay tuned for information about attending the "rally" at the end of the day.  We will share these details as soon as it is confirmed by Homeschool Alabama. In addition, if you missed the registration for the tours with Homeschool Alabama, there is so much to see and do in Montgomery!  We hope to post an activity guide for our families who still want to be a part of the day.

  • Teen Zoo Field Trip Day

    Birmingham Zoo 2630 Cahaba Road, Birmingham, United States

    Join our Biology class for a field trip day at the Birmingham Zoo! Younger students and parents can also secure group admissions.

  • BHC Easter Park Day 2025

    Cahaba Lily Park 3200 County Road 52, Helena, AL, United States

    Join us for an Easter egg hunt and community park day! Teens and dads are invited to “hide” the eggs for us, and we divide the park up for age appropriate hunts.

  • Morning Testing for Grades 3-8

    Morning Testing for Grades 3-8

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

    We will offer 2-day group in-person testing for students in grades 3-8 at our offices.  Our testing room only accommodates 10 students, so space is VERY limited.  (For information about online or at-home testing, visit the Testing information under the Resources tab above)

  • Alabama Homeschool Prom 2025

    Gabrella Manor 8912 4th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United States

    This event is not organized by Essential, but it is a long-standing community event.

  • Morning Testing for Grades 3-8

    Morning Testing for Grades 3-8

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

    We will offer 2-day group in-person testing for students in grades 3-8 at our offices.  Our testing room only accommodates 10 students, so space is VERY limited.  (For information about online or at-home testing, visit the Testing information under the Resources tab above)

  • Kindergarten Graduation 2025

    Church of the Highlands | Greystone Campus 1701 Lee Branch Lane, Birmingham, AL, United States

    This special day typically includes a slideshow of our graduates, a personal recognition by parents, opportunities to share accomplishments through presentations and table displays, and a special cake reception for family and friends.

    Essential families with enrolled kindergarten students should check their Member Page for the Kindergarten Graduation link in order to secure a discount code.

  • High School Graduation Ceremony

    Church of the Highlands | Fultondale Campus 3250 Lowery Pkwy, Fultondale, AL, United States

    We look forward to a special, formal evening celebrating our high school graduates.

  • Legacy Girls Volleyball Evaluations

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

    For students in grades 7 and up, this is a great opportunity to learn and grow!  Contact Kate for more information at 205-602-0481.  All skill levels are welcome to attend.