📣 East Side Elementary Families!
Get ready—class rosters will be uploaded soon! If you haven’t already, be sure to download the BCS App. Once everything is updated, you’ll be all set to stay connected and communicate with us easily. We can’t wait for a great year ahead! 💙💚
🦷✨ It's TODAY! Children’s Dental Day! ✨🦷
The Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc. will be hosting a Children’s Dental Day for children ages 3–18.
📅 TODAY, July 30, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc.
200 Dover St., Suite 202, Shelbyville, TN 37160
📣 Please see the attached graphic for full details and important information.
#StudentWellness #HealthySmiles #HealthyStudents #BedfordCountySchools
✏️📚 A big THANK YOU to Duck River Electric Membership Corporation for supporting #BedfordCountySchools through its "Stuff the Bucket" school supply drive! 💙
This community initiative, inspired by the buckets on DREMC's line trucks, encouraged employees, members and local residents to donate new school supplies to help #students start the school year with the tools they need to succeed. The drive collected essential classroom items all of which will help support students across our district.
The generosity of Duck River Electric and everyone who donated is an investment in the success of our students. Your commitment to #education will make a meaningful difference as students begin the new school year. 🍎✏️
#CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #Generous #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford
This community initiative, inspired by the buckets on DREMC's line trucks, encouraged employees, members and local residents to donate new school supplies to help #students start the school year with the tools they need to succeed. The drive collected essential classroom items all of which will help support students across our district.
The generosity of Duck River Electric and everyone who donated is an investment in the success of our students. Your commitment to #education will make a meaningful difference as students begin the new school year. 🍎✏️
#CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #Generous #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford
🏡📌 What’s Your Address?📌🏡
For the 2026-27 school year, proof of residency will continue to be REQUIRED for all K-12 #students.
📂 What works as proof?
✅ Utility Statement
✅ Letter of Correspondence from a Government Agency
✅ Lease Agreement
🌟 Help us keep our schools strong and ready for every #student.📅 Let’s make this school year the best yet!
Questions? Please see graphic for more information.
#WhatsYourAddress #LearningStartsHere #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
For the 2026-27 school year, proof of residency will continue to be REQUIRED for all K-12 #students.
📂 What works as proof?
✅ Utility Statement
✅ Letter of Correspondence from a Government Agency
✅ Lease Agreement
🌟 Help us keep our schools strong and ready for every #student.📅 Let’s make this school year the best yet!
Questions? Please see graphic for more information.
#WhatsYourAddress #LearningStartsHere #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
📣 Welcome Back, BCS Families! 🎒🍎
Superintendent Mr. Tim Harwell is excited to welcome all students, staff and families to the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
🎥Listen in here as he shares a back to school message with students and families.
Together, let's make it a year full of growth, learning and success! 🌟
#WeAreBCS #BackToSchool #BedfordCountySchools
🚌 What bus does your child ride?🚌
As the first day of school approaches, families are encouraged to confirm their #student's bus route before school begins.
📞 For bus route assistance, contact the Transportation Department at 931-684-1500.
💻 Bus route and school zone information is also available on the #BedfordCountySchools Transportation & School Zones webpage here: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/transportation-school-zones
Taking a few minutes to verify your student's transportation information now can help ensure a smooth start to the school year. 🚍
#BackToSchool #FirstDayReady #SchoolBusSafety #WeAreBCS
📢THERE HAS BEEN AN UPDATE TO OPEN HOUSE DATE!📢
#EakinElementarySchool will be having their open house on August 3rd instead of August 6th. Please see the graphic for more information.
🎈📣You're Invited!📣🎈
📚 The #BedfordCountySchools open house events are almost here!
Get ready to meet our amazing teachers, explore classrooms and see all the exciting things happening at our schools! Whether you're a new family or returning, we can't wait to welcome you back.✨
📌🗓️Find your school’s open house date and time on the graphic, and don’t forget to mark your calendar! Let’s kick off the school year together!
✅ Bring your questions
✅ Tour the school
✅ Get involved
✨ We can’t wait to see you there!
#BackToSchool #OpenHouse #BCSFamilies #WeAreBedford
🦷✨ Children’s Dental Day Coming Soon! ✨🦷
The Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc. will be hosting a Children’s Dental Day for children ages 3–18.
📅 July 30, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc.
200 Dover St., Suite 202, Shelbyville, TN 37160
📣 Please see the attached graphic for full details and important information.
#StudentWellness #HealthySmiles #HealthyStudents #BedfordCountySchools
The Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc. will be hosting a Children’s Dental Day for children ages 3–18.
📅 July 30, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc.
200 Dover St., Suite 202, Shelbyville, TN 37160
📣 Please see the attached graphic for full details and important information.
#StudentWellness #HealthySmiles #HealthyStudents #BedfordCountySchools
Kona Ice will be at Open House on Thursday, July 30 from 4-6 pm!
✨🍎Welcome, New Teachers, to the #BedfordCountySchools Team!🍎✨
This week we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest educators at #BCSConnect, a special event designed to support and connect new teachers ahead of the school year.
Over the course of the event, they spent time learning, building relationships and getting equipped for day one. 💻💼📚 From important sessions to team bonding moments, it was a great start to an exciting journey!
#ThankYou to retired educator Mr. Bill Pietkiewicz for delivering a keynote address to our new teachers!
We’re so excited to have these passionate professionals join the #BCSFamily! We can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make in classrooms across our district. Here’s to an incredible year ahead! 🙌
#BackToSchool #Teacher #TogetherWeLearn #LifetimeLearners #BedfordProud
📢THERE HAS BEEN AN UPDATE TO OPEN HOUSE DATE!📢
#EakinElementarySchool will be having their open house on August 3rd instead of August 6th. Please see the graphic for more information.
🎈📣You're Invited!📣🎈
📚 The #BedfordCountySchools open house events are almost here!
Get ready to meet our amazing teachers, explore classrooms and see all the exciting things happening at our schools! Whether you're a new family or returning, we can't wait to welcome you back.✨
📌🗓️Find your school’s open house date and time on the graphic, and don’t forget to mark your calendar! Let’s kick off the school year together!
✅ Bring your questions
✅ Tour the school
✅ Get involved
✨ We can’t wait to see you there!
#BackToSchool #OpenHouse #BCSFamilies #WeAreBedford
We're excited to welcome our newest staff members to East Side Elementary:
💙 Lindsey Philpott - Kindergarten
💚 Katie Wilder - 2nd Grade
💙 Madison Bowling - 3rd grade
💚 Angela Pridmore - ESL
💙 Scarlet Hurlburt - Special Ed Assistant
💚 Eileen O'Carroll - Gen Ed assistant
💙 Anita Farris - Gen Ed assistant
📢 Weekly Resource Guide 📢
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
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
🎉🍎 BIG NEWS for our students & families! 🍎🎉
Thanks to our participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), ALL #students (Pre-K through 12) can enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch every school day! 🎉✨
Eating well = learning well! When kids have access to healthy food, they’re more focused, energized and ready to take on the day. 💪🥪🍎
📢Note: A la carte items are available for purchase.📢
Let’s keep our students strong, healthy and ready to shine! 🌟
#FreeMeals #HealthyKids #FuelForSuccess #SchoolNutrition #BedfordCountySchools
Thanks to our participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), ALL #students (Pre-K through 12) can enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch every school day! 🎉✨
Eating well = learning well! When kids have access to healthy food, they’re more focused, energized and ready to take on the day. 💪🥪🍎
📢Note: A la carte items are available for purchase.📢
Let’s keep our students strong, healthy and ready to shine! 🌟
#FreeMeals #HealthyKids #FuelForSuccess #SchoolNutrition #BedfordCountySchools
Parents, This is a friendly reminder that your child will need a current proof of address prior to Open House next Thursday. You can bring it that night or skip the line and bring it by the school during business hours. Ms. Leah is in the office and ready to greet you!
🎉🎒You're Invited!🎒🎉
Join us for the Start Strong Family Night at #HarrisMiddleSchool on Thursday, August 13 from 4:30–6:30 PM!
📚✨ This back-to-school event is open to all Bedford County Schools families and packed with resources, fun and giveaways from our amazing local community partners! From school supplies to helpful services and info, there’s something for everyone.
🎒 Let’s come together to kick off the new school year the right way. Ready, connected and strong!
📍 Harris Middle School
🗓 August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Don’t miss it!
#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #BedfordCountySchools
Join us for the Start Strong Family Night at #HarrisMiddleSchool on Thursday, August 13 from 4:30–6:30 PM!
📚✨ This back-to-school event is open to all Bedford County Schools families and packed with resources, fun and giveaways from our amazing local community partners! From school supplies to helpful services and info, there’s something for everyone.
🎒 Let’s come together to kick off the new school year the right way. Ready, connected and strong!
📍 Harris Middle School
🗓 August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Don’t miss it!
#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #BedfordCountySchools
📚⚖️ Learning, leading and preparing for the future of education!
Members of the Bedford County Schools Board of Education recently attended the TSBA Summer Law Institute Conference in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The conference provided an opportunity to stay informed on important legal updates and continue learning about the policies and responsibilities that guide effective school board leadership.
Ongoing professional learning helps school board members stay informed and prepared to support students, staff and schools across Bedford County. 📖🎓
#ILovePublicSchools #LifetimeLearners #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
Members of the Bedford County Schools Board of Education recently attended the TSBA Summer Law Institute Conference in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The conference provided an opportunity to stay informed on important legal updates and continue learning about the policies and responsibilities that guide effective school board leadership.
Ongoing professional learning helps school board members stay informed and prepared to support students, staff and schools across Bedford County. 📖🎓
#ILovePublicSchools #LifetimeLearners #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
🦩☀️Needing Affordable Summer Child Care?☀️🦩
🌞 Get your #students ready for an exciting summer! The SACP Summer Program is here to provide your kids with FUN-filled days packed with activities, field trips and friends! 🍊🦋
✨ Ages: 5 years through entering 8th grade
📅 Dates: May 26 - July 24
📌Closed: June 19 & July 3
🏖🍓🍍Don’t miss out on a summer of laughter, adventure and sunshine!🌻Call SACP at 931-684-3284 or check out the link below for more info and to register! 🌞🌺
Register HERE: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/sacp-summer-care-program
#SACP #SummerFun #ChildCare #AffordableCare #FunActivities #FieldTrips #BedfordCountySchools
🌞 Get your #students ready for an exciting summer! The SACP Summer Program is here to provide your kids with FUN-filled days packed with activities, field trips and friends! 🍊🦋
✨ Ages: 5 years through entering 8th grade
📅 Dates: May 26 - July 24
📌Closed: June 19 & July 3
🏖🍓🍍Don’t miss out on a summer of laughter, adventure and sunshine!🌻Call SACP at 931-684-3284 or check out the link below for more info and to register! 🌞🌺
Register HERE: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/sacp-summer-care-program
#SACP #SummerFun #ChildCare #AffordableCare #FunActivities #FieldTrips #BedfordCountySchools
🚌 What bus does your child ride?🚌
As the first day of school approaches, families are encouraged to confirm their #student's bus route before school begins.
📞 For bus route assistance, contact the Transportation Department at 931-684-1500.
💻 Bus route and school zone information is also available on the #BedfordCountySchools Transportation & School Zones webpage here: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/transportation-school-zones
Taking a few minutes to verify your student's transportation information now can help ensure a smooth start to the school year. 🚍
#BackToSchool #FirstDayReady #SchoolBusSafety #WeAreBCS
📢✨ New School Hours for 2026–2027! ✨📢
East Side Elementary will have updated school hours for the upcoming school year:
🕢 7:25 AM – 2:25 PM
We can’t wait to welcome our students back for another amazing year of learning, growing, and making memories together! 💙💚
Please make note of the new times as you begin preparing for the school year. Thank you for being such an important part of the East Side family—we are so excited for what’s ahead! 🎉📚✏️
#EastSideElementary #BackToSchool #EastSideFamily