The wait is finally over—several chicks have started pipping, and one even hatched right before students’ eyes in Mrs. Shelby Summers' classroom! 🎉💛
#Students were eggs-tatic to meet their new feathery friends, and the classroom is now full of tiny peeps and big smiles 🐤✨. It’s egg-straordinary to watch nature in action!
#BabyChicks #HandsOnLearning #LearningInAction #ScienceIsFun #ExplorersForLife #EastSideExplorers #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
🎉 Congratulations to our six #BedfordCountySchools that earned Level 5 School Status on both TVAAS and TN Ready for the 2024–2025 school year! 🌟
Based on last spring's TCAP and end-of-course state testing, Level 5 represents the highest rating of #student academic growth. This is one important piece of the accountability puzzle that reflects the hard work of our #students, teachers and school leaders. 👏
We are proud of the excellence happening across BCS! 💙📚
#WeAreBCS #Level5 #StudentSuccess #BedfordProud
The #BedfordCountySchools LEAPs extended learning programs at #EakinElementarySchool, #LearningWayElementarySchool, #EastSideElementarySchool and #CommunityHighSchool are celebrating #LightsOnAfterschool on Thursday, October 23, 2025, right during Parent Teacher Conferences!🗓️
💡Come stop by and meet your program’s site director to learn more about all the exciting ways LEAPs keeps kids safe, learning and thriving.
Afterschool programs like LEAPs make a real difference every day🌟—helping children explore, grow and prepare for a bright future while supporting working families.🌈 On October 23, we’re joining thousands of programs nationwide🌎 to show how we’re keeping the lights on for #students everywhere! 💡
Let’s shine a light on the programs that help our kids, families and communities thrive!💪
📞 Questions? Contact Tiffany Swain, LEAPs Project Director, at the Board of Education.
#TogetherWeLearnWithLEAPs #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
📌📆Mark your calendars!
Our next session, “The Healthy Student,” 🩹🍎 will focus on practical ways families can help students stay safe and healthy. 💪 This hands-on workshop is a great opportunity to learn important skills you can use every day. ✅
#ParentUniversity #HealthyStudents #Learning #BCSParents #BedfordProud #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
Our 7th and 8th graders from across the district came together today at the Bedford County Agriculture Center for an inspiring Middle School Career Fair! 🎓✨
#Students explored a variety of career paths, discovered new passions and learned essential skills for their future. From hands-on experiences to engaging conversations with professionals, it was all about career exploration and career readiness. 💼🚀
We’re proud to support our young learners as they take the first steps toward their dreams!🌍💡
#FutureReady #CareerExploration #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #DreamBig #ICanIWill #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
In Mrs. Shelby Summer’s classroom at #EastSideElementarySchool, #students are eagerly watching the incredible journey of life as eggs 🥚 incubate and develop. Recent candling shows the air pocket at the bottom of the eggs, while most of the egg appears dark—an exciting sign that the chicks 🐥 are growing bigger and preparing to hatch!
At this stage:
The chick is almost fully formed and takes up most of the space inside the egg 🥚.
The air pocket provides oxygen 🌿as the chick gets ready to breathe on its own.
Hatching usually happens around day 21 ⏳, and the chicks will start breaking through the shell soon!
Students are getting a front-row seat to science in action 🔬, learning firsthand how life develops inside an egg 🐣.
#HandsOnLearning #BabyChicks #LearningInAction #ExplorersForLife #EastSideExplorers #BedfordCountySchools
Get ready to show your school spirit, #BCSFamilies! 🎉 DosBros Fresh Mexican Grill is teaming up with each of our 16 amazing schools to host Spirit Days for #students, parents, grandparents and teachers! 🌮❤️
Let's come together for great food, great fun and great support for our schools! 🍽️
➡Please see graphic for more information and to find your school's date, or visit https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/HowToGiveBackToMySchool/.
#SupportOurSchools #EatForACause #DosBros #CommunityInvolvement #Generous #BedfordCountySchools
✨ Inspiring Energy Champions Across the District! ✨
During monthly energy inspections, student-made posters were recently spotted in the hallways at #EastSideElementarySchool, showcasing creativity and energy awareness.🎨💡🌱
This year, four new schools are joining the #TVA School Uplift Program: #CommunityHighSchool, #EastSideElementarySchool, #LibertySchool, and #ThomasMagnetSchool. 🏫📚
Congratulations to all #students and staff working to make learning spaces more vibrant, sustainable and inspiring. Your energy and creativity are lighting the way!💡🌱🌍
#TVAUplift #EnergyChampions #Sustainability #BeTheChange #BedfordCountySchools
💼 Middle School Career Fair – October 9
All 7th and 8th graders will explore a variety of career paths and opportunities!
💰 Game of Life - Live Simulation – November 19
All 11th graders will experience real-world financial literacy lessons in this hands-on event!
We’re grateful for our community’s support in helping students connect classroom learning to future success.
📣 Businesses and community partners: If you’d like to get involved, please reach out to
👉 Mr. Sam Blevins at Shelbyville Central High School,
👉 Mrs. Carol Garrette at the BCS Central Office, or
👉 Mrs. Kayley Pierce at Community High School.
#BCSConnects #CareerReady #FinancialLiteracy #CommunityPartners
🎉 Congratulations to our six #BedfordCountySchools that earned Level 5 School Status on both TVAAS and TN Ready for the 2024–2025 school year! 🌟
Based on last spring's TCAP and end-of-course state testing, Level 5 represents the highest rating of #student academic growth. This is one important piece of the accountability puzzle that reflects the hard work of our #students, teachers and school leaders. 👏
We are proud of the excellence happening across BCS! 💙📚
#WeAreBCS #Level5 #StudentSuccess #BedfordProud
🎉✨ High Five Fridays Are Here! ✨🎉
#Students at #EastSideElementarySchool are spreading positive vibes by welcoming classmates at the front doors with enthusiastic high fives every Friday! 🙌
It’s a simple gesture that makes a big difference—bringing smiles, energy and school spirit to start the day. Fridays have never felt so uplifting!💙💚
This fun tradition is not only a great way to kick off the weekend, but its building a more positive school community!
#HighFiveFridays #BeTheOne #EastSidePride #EastSideExplorers #BedfordCountySchools
Your attention and action can make all the difference. Whether it's something that seems unusual or a situation that just feels wrong — speak up. 💪
Let’s be the eyes and ears of our community. #Together, we keep each other safe. 💚
#SeeSay #ProtectYourEveryDay #BedfordCountySchools
Cold weather is coming, and children across Bedford County could use our help! From September 1 – October 10, coats of all sizes—Youth XS to Adult 3X—are being collected to help keep kids warm this winter.
📌Please see the graphic for how to donate or call 931-619-8589 for more information. #ThankYou to #CommunityHighSchool alumna Haley Mitchell for organizing this effort!
Let’s come together and make a difference—every coat helps! 🫶
#CommunityInvolvement #CommunitySupport #BeAChangeMaker #BedfordCountySchools
📢🦠Don’t let the flu slow you down!🦠📢
📌Mark your calendars — #BedfordCountySchools and the Bedford County Health Department are teaming up to offer #FREE flu shots to our community. Protect yourself early and stay ahead of the flu this season!
📅 Tuesday, October 21, 2025
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Harris Middle School
✅ No appointment needed
✅ Quick, easy, and FREE
Stay healthy this season — see you there!
➡For more information about the flu vaccine visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/FightTheFlu/
#FightFluTN #FightFlu25 #StayHealthy #AttendanceMatters #EverySchoolDayCounts
The Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) public school funding formula marks a significant change in how Tennessee invests in public education. As part of TISA, T.C.A. § 49-3-112 requires each school district to submit an annual accountability report to #TDOE. Each district's TISA accountability report is required to be presented to the public for review & comment before the report is submitted to TDOE. To read #BedfordCountySchools’ Accountability Report & to provide a comment on our goals, recommended outcomes & action steps, visit:
https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/RequestForFeedback/
#Education #PublicFeedback #TDOE #BedfordCountySchools
On October 11th from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Jernigan Field in Wartrace, the community can learn important fire and child safety information.
Highlights include:
🚁 Life Flight helicopter (weather permitting)
🚗 Free car seat checks by the Tennessee Highway Patrol
🔥 Fire safety tips from the Wartrace Volunteer Fire Department
👮♂️ Child safety tips from the Bedford County Sheriff’s Department
🎁 Car seat raffle
This event is a valuable opportunity for families to learn about keeping children safe, preventing accidents and preparing for emergencies. Attendees can gather tips and information that make a real difference at home, in the car and throughout the community.
#FireAndSafetyDay #CommunitySafety #LifeFlight #CarSeatCheck #SafetyFirst #BedfordCountySchools
Today, warmth and generosity filled the halls of #EastSideElementarySchool as every #student received a brand-new winter coat, hat, gloves, socks, book and a bag during the Operation Warm Coat distribution event! 🧥🧤📚🎒
These gifts go beyond their material value—they bring warmth, confidence and encouragement to #students as winter approaches. 💫
We want to send a heartfelt #ThankYou to the generous #CommunityPartners whose remarkable contributions made this event possible: cityCURRENT, Commissioner Greg Vick, five BELOW, Operation Warm (More Than a Coat), Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling and the World Literacy Foundation. Their collaboration in providing coats, winter accessories, socks, books and bags ensured that every student left the event feeling cared for, supported and inspired. ❤️
We also want to extended our deepest gratitude to the many volunteers who dedicated their time and energy to making this event a success. Their efforts truly made a difference and brightened the lives of so many. 💗
Seeing the smiles and excitement from students was a powerful reminder of the strength, compassion and heart of this community. Thank you to everyone who helped make this day so special! 💕
📸 To see more pictures from this amazing day, please check out the link below:
https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/OperationWarmCoat/
#powertheGOOD #Generous #CommunitySupport #EastSidePride #EastSideExplorers #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
We are incredibly grateful to Soles4Souls for their generous donation of shoes to #students in #BedfordCountySchools who need them. Your kindness is not just about footwear—it’s about giving our students confidence, comfort and the opportunity to walk into their school days ready to succeed.
#ThankYou for helping us step forward together. Your support is making a real difference in the lives of our students every single day!❤️🙌
#CommunitySupport #Generous #CommunityPartners #BedfordProud #WeAreBCS
