You're invited to attend the 3rd Annual Districtwide Spelling Bee! Come out and #CheerOn our spelling bee champions from all of our elementary and middle schools! 🏆📚
These talented #students have dedicated countless hours to practice, and now it’s their time to shine as they showcase their spelling skills and compete for the top spot. This event celebrates hard work, determination and the power of words! 📖💫
💡Let’s come together to support our students as they spell their way to victory. Get ready for an unforgettable competition you won’t want to miss!🐝
#ItsAllTheBuzz #Education #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
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👟✨ BCS Is Stepping Up! ✨👟
We’re partnering with #Soles4Souls to host a district-wide shoe drive and TODAY is your last chance to donate!
From January 20 – February 28, we’ll be collecting NEW and GENTLY USED shoes to support people around the world. These shoes will support the Soles4Souls’ 4OPPORTUNITY program, which helps people in countries like Haiti, Honduras and parts of Africa create small businesses selling shoes and clothing to earn a living.
We are excited to partner with Soles4Souls, who has generously donated new, brand-name athletic shoes through their 4EVERYKID program, helping #BedfordCountySchools McKinney-Vento students.
📍Shoe collection bins are in each of our schools and at the Central Office.
Let’s give back—one step at a time! 💙
Thank you for helping us support #students, families and communities around the world.
#Soles4Souls #CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #SteppingUp #GiveBack #WeAreBCS
Looking for local food resources? Check out this helpful guide! 🥫🍞 There are several options throughout the week, offering food pantries, hot meals and more in our community.
🗓️ Be sure to note the days and times for each location to get the help you need. Whether it's a pantry visit or a hot meal, these community resources are here for you!
👉 Also, don’t forget to check out the Blessing Boxes of Bedford County Facebook page to keep up with the latest updates and changes.
#CommunitySupport #ResourceGuide #FoodPantry #HelpingHands #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
Join us March 2–5, 2026 for a week full of books, fun, and “cereal-sly” magical memories! 🌈🍀📖
Here’s how we’re celebrating with dress-up days:
💤 Sleepy Monday – Wear your PJs
🎩 Top Hat Tuesday – Wear your favorite hat
🤪 Wacky Wednesday – Rock your wackiest gear
🔴🔵 Thing 1 & Thing 2 Thursday – Dress as your favorite dynamic duo
We can’t wait to see everyone’s creative outfits and celebrate the joy of reading together! Reading really is cereal-sly magical! ✨🌟
#ReadAcrossAmerica #ReadingIsMagical #SchoolSpirit #DressUpDays
When you conserve energy at home, the impact goes far beyond lowering your monthly bill.
✔️ You save money
✔️ Less raw material is needed to generate electricity
✔️ There’s less need to build new power plants
✔️ Reduced demand for new transmission lines
✔️ Lower strain on our electricity infrastructure
Small changes—like switching to LED bulbs, unplugging unused devices, and adjusting your thermostat—create a ripple effect that benefits your wallet and our environment.
Every kilowatt counts. 🌎⚡
#EnergyEfficiency #SaveEnergy #SustainableLiving #Conservation #SmartEnergy #TVA
Join in for a #StorybookBreakfast full of magic, memories and morning fun. ✨
📅 Saturday, March 7 | 9–11 AM
📍 Learning Way Elementary
Meet favorite storybook characters, enjoy breakfast, games & crafts and snap some adorable photos 📸
🎟️ $10 per person (ages 2+) — all proceeds support the #ImaginationLibrary!
Scan the QR code to grab tickets and let the stories come to life! 📖💫
#ReadingMatters #BedfordCountySchools
Emergency Preparedness in Action!🚨🏫
Recently school and district leaders from across the county gathered for important emergency preparedness training, led by Director of Federal Programs Chad Fletcher, focused on strengthening safety protocols and response efforts.
This training plays a key role in preparing for the March 6 Emergency Preparedness Drill️, helping our schools improve coordination, sharpen response skills and build confidence in handling emergencies. ✅
We’re #BedfordProud of the commitment shown and remain dedicated to keeping our #students and staff safe!
#SafetyFirst #EmergencyPreparedness #LeadershipInAction #LifelongLearners #BedfordCountySchools
Join us for a fun-filled evening celebrating reading on Thursday, March 5th from 4:00–5:30 PM!
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🎉 BINGO for Books
📖 Book Fair in the Library
👣 Book Walk in the Gym
🎨 Bookmark Making in the Art Room
🎲 Reading Games & Activities in Classrooms
🍕 Pizza will be available for $2 per slice
🥤 Drinks will be available for $1 each
Come enjoy an evening of books, games, and family fun. We hope to see you there! 📚❤️
During Book Fair Week, we’re collecting coins to help restock our East Side Food Pantry — and we need your help!
Send in your spare change to your child’s classroom box throughout the week. Every coin counts, and all funds raised will go directly toward purchasing food items for families in our East Side community.
🗓 Coin Collection Schedule:
• Monday, March 2 – Pennies
• Tuesday, March 3 – Nickels & Dimes
• Wednesday, March 4 – Quarters
• Thursday, March 5 – Any coins or dollar bills
🏆 The class that raises the most will win a party of their choosing!!!
Let’s come together, have a little friendly competition, and make a BIG difference with our small change. 💙
#EastSideCares #CoinDrive #SupportOurCommunity #BookFairWeek
Walk or Run. We need you! https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Shelbyville/CommunityConnection5K
Be part of something extraordinary! #EastSideElementarySchool is one of the first schools in the nation to bring this special bilingual musical to life! 🌎💚
These talented #students have been working with incredible dedication to perform in both English and Spanish, giving this beloved jungle story a whole new voice.🐯🌴Their hard work, heart and teamwork truly shine on stage!
📌Be sure to mark your calendars for these performance dates:
🦜 Friday, March 13th at 7:30 PM
🌺 Saturday, March 14th at 7:30 PM
🌞 Sunday, March 15th at 3:00 PM
🎫 Tickets will be available for purchase at the door!
Bring your family and friends and come experience the music, adventure and magic of the jungle like you’ve never heard it before! 🌟
#StudentTalent #SupportTheArts #EastSideExplorers #ExplorersForLife #BedfordCountySchools
🎉February is CTE Month! 🎉
Career and Technical Education (CTE) is the key to unlocking endless career opportunities and empowering #students to gain hands-on skills that will last a lifetime. From #healthcare and #agriculture, to construction and #CulinaryArts, #CTE programs are shaping the workforce of tomorrow. 🔧💻👩🔬🍳🚓
This month, let’s celebrate the hard work and dedication of CTE students and educators at #CascadeHighSchool, #CommunityHighSchool, and #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool, and recognize the incredible value these programs bring to our communities. 🌟
Ready to build your future? 🚀 Let CTE be your launchpad! 🌱
#CTEMonth #WorkLifeSkills #FutureReady #HandsOnLearning #EducationMatters #BedfordCountySchools
Students in Ms. Wilder’s 5th grade science class have been busy scientists as they explored adaptations through a hands-on experiment! Using different tools to represent various bird beaks, students tested how each “beak” worked to pick up different types of food.
This fun and interactive activity helped students understand how animals adapt to survive in their environments. Learning by doing made science come alive! 🐤🧠
Way to go, Ms. Wilder’s class — future scientists in the making! 👏🔍
Building Healthier Futures — Together 💙🌱
Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, #BedfordCountySchools will be adopting a new High School Wellness curriculum, and we invite our community to be part of the process.🤝
Parents, guardians and community members are welcome to review and provide feedback on three curriculum options.
📅 Public Review Dates: February 23 – 27, 2026
📍 Bedford County Schools Central Office, 500 Madison St., Shelbyville
📚 Materials will be available for public viewing during this time.
Community partnership and thoughtful input are essential as we work to provide meaningful, high-quality wellness #education for our #students.
We look forward to hearing from you! 💬✨
#CommunityInvolvement #WellnessEducation #BuildingHealthierFutures #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford
✨🎓Parents are taking charge of learning and preparing their kids for the future!🎓✨
Parents recently joined us to learn from Director of Career & Technical Education Lori Sexton about college and career readiness, preparing their kids for high school pathways and exploring scholarships and financial aid opportunities.
Those who attended walked away with practical strategies and ideas to support their child’s future they can use right away!
Don’t miss our next session on Th., March 12! 📚 Director of Federal Programs Chad Fletcher will share TCAP and EOC Test-Taking Strategies to help your child feel confident and succeed on their exams. Join us and be part of the growing Parent University community!
#StudentSuccess #Free #BePrepared #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
👏 Congratulations to Our Newly Tenured Teachers! 👏
At the recent school board meeting, 37 educators were recognized for being recommended for tenure, an important milestone that reflects their dedication, skill and commitment to #student success.
This accomplishment represents years of hard work, growth and meaningful impact in the classroom. #BedfordCountySchools is grateful for the passion and excellence these teachers bring to #students each and every day.
#Congratulations to each of these educators on this well earned achievement! 🎉📚
#ExcellenceInEducation #EducationMatters #BedfordProud #WhyIChooseBCS
Get ready to explore the world of words at the East Side Library Book Fair! 📖💙
🗓 March 2–5
📍 East Side Library
Join us for four days filled with exciting stories, colorful characters, and books for readers of all ages. Whether you're searching for your next adventure, a fun read for your child, or a gift for a fellow book lover, you'll find something special!
🌟 Discover new favorites
🌟 Support literacy in our community
🌟 Celebrate the joy of reading
#EastSideLibrary #BookFair #ExploreTheWorldOfWords #CommunityReads
#BedfordCountySchools will be participating a full-scale, emergency preparedness drill on Friday, March 6, 2026, in partnership with local law enforcement, first responders and Homeland Security.
🔹 This is only a drill—please do not be alarmed if you see emergency personnel or activity near our schools.
🔹 No students will be in school this day as it is a scheduled staff development day.
To see drill updates on March 6, visit:
https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/o/bcs/page/breaking-news
Thank you for your support in keeping our schools safe!
#SafetyFirst #PreparedNotScared #SchoolSafety #EmergencyPreparedness
