How do I use this website?

Browse our course catalog online: Click on courses on the menu bar to the left. Browse by content area, or search by title, instructor, or dates. Full course descriptions, teacher biographies, directions, and other pertinent course information can be accessed by clicking on the dark green links.

Download our Community Ed brochure: Click on the Community Ed logo in the top left to access the full brochure.

Sign in: If you are new to our site, you will need to create a household profile. Creating a profile will provide you with your own personal, password-protected account. Having an account will allow you to register online and track your course selections. Click on "sign in" on the menu bar to the left and follow the prompts.

Items in blue are required information. Please choose a login that you will remember easily. The demographic information is optional, and is used by Com Ed strictly for planning and statistical purposes. You will receive a copy of your profile via email.

After you have created a user profile (and on subsequent visits when you sign in), you will notice additional menu options that will allow you to edit your profile, check your current registrations, and view your transactions.

Contact us for more information: If you have any questions about using this site, please don't hesitate to contact us, by email or by calling (248)203-3800

Can I register a friend or family member?

If you are registering on-line, you can register a friend at the same time that you register yourself. When registering for these events, you will be prompted to fill in the number of spaces you want and you will be required to make payment for the total number of registrations. If a friend or family member would like to take additional courses, he/she must create and register using their own profile.  If you are registering by mail or fax, please complete separate registration forms for each person.

What are your policies for payment of fees?

Full tuition must accompany your registration. Payment may be made by check, money order, cash, Mastercard or Visa.

How do I know if there is space available?

If a class is already filled, the box will be black and you will not be able to check it. You will be able to select an option of being placed on a waiting list.

How will I know if I get into a class?

If you register yourself online, you will be able to see whether there is still space available in a class. Once you complete the necessary payment information, you are registered. You will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours.

If you provide an email address when you register by mail or fax, you will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours after we process your registration. If you do not have email but would like a confirmation, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your registration.

What happens if a course is full?

If the course you select is full, you can request to be placed on a waiting list. If you paid by credit card, your account will not be charged. If you paid with separate checks for each course, your check will not be deposited. If you paid with one check for more than one class, you will have credit in your account.

If space opens up in the class, we will advise you.

Can a class be cancelled because of low enrollment?

If we have to cancel a class due to low enrollment, we will notify you at least two days before the class is scheduled to begin. If you need more notice, we suggest you call or email the office to check enrollment.

If we have to cancel your class, you can request a full refund of your tuition or transfer to another course of your choice, space permitting.

Are your classes handicapped accessible?

The Birmingham Community Education is committed to making its classes accessible whenever possible. For questions about accessibility please call or email our office. If we are not able to accommodate your accessibility needs, we will refund your payment.

What happens in case of inclement weather?

For announcements of school closings due to inclement weather, please check the Birmingham Public School district website (www.birmingham.k12.mi.us) or our website, or call (248-203-3800). Birmimgham Community Education will not issue refunds for classes that have been postponed due to inclement weather or other circumstances beyond our control. We will make every effort to reschedule such classes.

What if I am not satisfied with a class?

We are proud of the quality of our programs. If you are not satisfied with a class, please contact us immediately and we will do everything within our power to address your concerns.

If I need to withdraw from a class, camp or program, what is your refund policy?

Adult and Youth Programs: Refunds will be granted two business days/48 hours prior to the beginning of the 1st class meeting.  Refund requests must be made directly to the Community Education Office. Unless otherwise indicatied, refunds will be in the amount of the tuition less a $10 processing fee. Refunds will not be granted after the first class session regardless of attendance.

Enrichment and Recreation Summer Camps, and  Recess Programs:  Refund requests must be made directly to the Community Education Office by 4 p.m. of the Thursday preceding the beginning of camp. Unless otherwise indicated, refunds will be in the amount of the tuition less a $10 processing fee per child per camp. Refunds will not be granted after the program begins.

Camp Super Summer/T68: There is a $25 per child per week processing fee for drop request or change of session. Drops must be requested before the second day of class. Refunds will be prorated for days attended.

Academic Summer School Classes: A student who drops or chooses to transfer to another class will be charged a $30 fee.  No refunds or transfers will be granted after the second class meets.  All requests for refunds or transfers must be made in writing to the Office of Community Education. Refunds will not be granted for failure to attend class or expulsion due to behavior.  

Injuries & Personal Property Damage & Loss

We are frequently asked: "Are my children or am I insured by Birmingham Public Schools in the event of an injury while participating in a school district program?" A follow-up question is: "Does the district have insurance to protect personal property that I or my children may bring to school?" The answer is "no".

BPS does not provide insurance for injuries, damage or loss of property. A State of Michigan statute grants the Birmingham Public  School District and other public bodies (e.g. cities, villages, etc.) with immunity to tort liability. What this means is that because we are a public agency funded through tax dollars and we are providing a public service, we are not held liable in the event of injury or loss of property. The Board of Education has decided that the district should not use taxpayers' tax dollars to provide for these risks. Your homeowner's policy may cover property damaged or lost from the school premises (e.g., automobiles, bicycles, band instruments, calculators, etc.).

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE ADEQUATE HEALTH AND PROPERTY DAMAGE/LOSS INSURANCE COVERAGE.