While Birmingham City Schools Superintendent Mark Sullivan recently was named 2025-26 Outstanding Superintendent of the Year by the Alabama Education Association, the veteran educator said the school system’s academic achievements that led to the honor were a team effort.
“No single individual can take credit for the growing success of Birmingham City Schools,” he said. “What’s happening here is the result of a school board that continues to set the right tone, a faculty and staff laser-focused on getting results, students and families doing their part, and a city and community that have invested in our schools like never before.”
The honor recognizes superintendents for professional achievement, innovation that supports schools, efforts to promote public education and leadership that enhances the image of educators. Sullivan, who has served as superintendent since 2020, received the award following a vote of his peers…