Established in 1921, Glen Iris Baptist Church serves the local congregation as well as Christian from across the world. Based in Birmingham, Ala., it focuses on the preaching of the gospel of Jesus Christ. The religious organization offers numerous services, such as adult/children choirs, solos, special groups and praising the lord with hymns and spiritual songs. Glen Iris Baptist Church has different ministries, which includes Nursing Home Ministry, Music Ministry, Bus Ministry, Youth Ministry, Senior Saints' Ministry, Retirement Home Ministry, Children's Church, Ladies Ministry, AWANA, among others. Additionally, the evangelical church offers Sunday classes for adults and children.
Founded in 1965, St. Rose Academy is a private, coeducational, Catholic school that serves students in kindergarten through grade eight. The academy serves more than 200 students. It has a library that enables students and staff to effectively locate and use information, as well as encourages lifelong learning. St. Rose Academy includes various subjects in its curriculum, such as religion, reading, spelling, speech, language arts, physical education, math, science, social studies and English. The academy s sports programs include basketball and volleyball. In addition, it has a cafeteria that offers a selection of food items. St. Rose Academy is located in Birmingham, Ala.
Briarwood Christian Elementary School serves students in grades three to six. Its academic program includes Bible study, reading, math, language arts, social studies and science. Briarwood Christian Elementary School also provides instruction in music, art, Spanish language, band, library skills, computers and physical education. Each student of the school participates in the Foundations and Frameworks reading program. The program uses literature to promote deep thinking. Students are taught reading strategies, interpretation of literature and critical thinking skills. Briarwood Christian Elementary School is located in Birmingham, Ala.
John Carroll Catholic High School is a college preparatory institution that provides academic and social education to students. The school offers various athletic activities, such as basketball, softball, football, soccer, tennis, track and field, wrestling, swimming and cross country. It has a team of guidance counselors that work directly with the faculty, students and parents to facilitate academic success and personal development of students. The school s core curriculum includes English, computer applications, foreign languages, health and physical education, business, social studies and math. In addition, John Carroll Catholic High School provides food and medical care services to students. It is a member of the National Catholic Education Association and the Alabama High School Athletic Association. John Carroll Catholic High School is located in Birmingham, Ala.
