📚✨ Staff Development Day ✨📚
📢Reminder: There will be #NoSchool for students on Friday, March 6, 2026, due to Staff Development.
🍎 Many of our teachers will be participating in an Emergency Preparedness Drill; if you see law enforcement and first responders, just remember it's a drill. We are #PreparedNotScared.
😎 #Students, enjoy your day off!
#StaffDevelopmentDay #DayOff #ContinuingEducation #BedfordCountySchools
🔠✨ IT'S TONIGHT! 🐝🎉
The buzz is REAL! 🐝 The 3rd Annual Districtwide Spelling Bee is happening ⏰TONIGHT, March 5, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the #HarrisMiddleSchool auditorium! Get ready for an evening full of letter-perfect excitement! 📖💫
Our champion spellers are ready to spell their way to the top, and you won’t want to miss this showdown of wits and words! From tricky syllables to tough vowels, these #students are sure to wow you with their skills! 🏆
Bee there to support your favorite speller, cheer on the competition and witness the magic of words in action! ✨ Check out the graphic for more info.
See you tonight at 5:30 PM! 📅 Let’s make this a buzz-worthy event! 🐝
#ItsAllTheBuzz #WeAreBedford #Education #BedfordCountySchools
The buzz is REAL! 🐝 The 3rd Annual Districtwide Spelling Bee is happening ⏰TONIGHT, March 5, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the #HarrisMiddleSchool auditorium! Get ready for an evening full of letter-perfect excitement! 📖💫
Our champion spellers are ready to spell their way to the top, and you won’t want to miss this showdown of wits and words! From tricky syllables to tough vowels, these #students are sure to wow you with their skills! 🏆
Bee there to support your favorite speller, cheer on the competition and witness the magic of words in action! ✨ Check out the graphic for more info.
See you tonight at 5:30 PM! 📅 Let’s make this a buzz-worthy event! 🐝
#ItsAllTheBuzz #WeAreBedford #Education #BedfordCountySchools
📅 Reminder for Families!
🧑🏫 Staff Development Day – March 6, 2026
Our teachers and staff will be participating in professional learning to continue growing and bringing the best to our students! ✏️📚
🚫 Students will not have school on this day.
We’ll see everyone back soon ready for more learning and fun! 💙✨
#EastSideElementary #StaffDevelopment
📚✨ BINGO for Books Night at East Side Elementary! ✨📚
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! 📚❤️
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! 📚❤️
🎓Join Us for Parent University!🎓 It's for all, and it's #FREE!
🗓️ Date: March 12th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Location: #HarrisMiddleSchool
📣Attention, parents!📣 Our next Parent University session is just around the corner, and this one focuses on TCAP/EOC test taking strategies.
Learn what it means for your child to be fully prepared for TCAP/EOC exams through practical test-taking strategies, a focused environment and guidance on limiting distractions for success.
🏆 Knowledge is power, and your involvement matters!💡💪
📢 Spread the Word! See you there! 👋
#ParentUniversity #FutureSuccess #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #BedfordCountySchools
🗓️ Date: March 12th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Location: #HarrisMiddleSchool
📣Attention, parents!📣 Our next Parent University session is just around the corner, and this one focuses on TCAP/EOC test taking strategies.
Learn what it means for your child to be fully prepared for TCAP/EOC exams through practical test-taking strategies, a focused environment and guidance on limiting distractions for success.
🏆 Knowledge is power, and your involvement matters!💡💪
📢 Spread the Word! See you there! 👋
#ParentUniversity #FutureSuccess #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #BedfordCountySchools
💡⚡ BIG NEWS, EAST SIDE FAMILIES! ⚡💡
Every student will be coming home with an Energy Saving Kit thanks to the generosity of Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)!
We are so excited for our students to learn more about saving energy and to share these helpful tools with their families. Small changes can make a BIG difference — and now our students can help lead the way at home! 🌎✨
Thank you, TVA, for supporting our school and helping us build energy-smart habits for the future! 💚
#EnergySmart #EastSideProud #TVAenergyright
We wrapped up Black History Month with our very own Ms. Kim and Ms. Jasmin reading during our morning announcements! Thank you for reading to the entire time!
🌴East Side Elementary School proudly presents a pilot production of Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS: Dual Language Edition! 🎶
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
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
📢 Need affordable child care before and after school?
The Student Age Care Program (SACP) is available for kindergarten through 8th grade students in Bedford County! 🏫✨
SACP provides a safe, supportive and fun environment for #students after school, with opportunities for learning, enrichment and social connection. 🎨⚽📚
➡️Learn more and find out how to enroll your child here: 🔗 https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/sacp
We’re proud to offer this program to support our students and families—because every child deserves a safe and engaging place to grow after school. 🌟
#SACP #AfterSchoolProgram #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBCS #BedfordCountySchools
🚍💛 Celebrating Our Amazing Special Education Bus Drivers!
The #BedfordCountySchools Special Education Department recently hosted a heartfelt breakfast to honor our incredible Special Education bus drivers! Every day they provide caring, reliable and dedicated service to our SPED #students, bringing joy and support on every ride.
Your dedication inspires us every day, and we are so grateful for everything you do! 👏✨
#SpecialEducation #BusDriverAppreciation #ThankYou #MakingADifference #BedfordProud #WhyIChooseBCS
Will you have a pre-k or kindergarten student this fall? ❤️📚
📌📆Mark your calendars for May 5th as Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration is almost here!
Please see the graphics here or check the link below for more information.
https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/prekandkregistration
Questions? Call 931-684-3284 and ask for Kim Joyce.
#WeLoveOurStudents #Education #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
📌📆Mark your calendars for May 5th as Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration is almost here!
Please see the graphics here or check the link below for more information.
https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/prekandkregistration
Questions? Call 931-684-3284 and ask for Kim Joyce.
#WeLoveOurStudents #Education #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
🌟Become a Community Hero this Summer with BCS Summer Learning Camp!🌟
This summer, #BedfordCountySchools K-8 students will discover how they can make a difference in their community while strengthening skills in reading, math and more 🏫💡.
Through hands-on activities, teamwork challenges and creative projects, #students will learn the power of collaboration, problem-solving and community spirit, showing how small actions can make a big difference in their community.
📢Important Info:
Application Open: 📌March 3 - 27, 2026
Camp Dates: 🌞 June 1 - 25, 2026
Cost: 💸 FREE for all participants! 🎉
🌈 Parents: Give your child the chance to be a hero in their community!
To apply, visit: 👉 www.bedfordk12tn.com/summerlearningcamp
⚠️Please note: Seating may be limited as we will only be able to fill classes based on the funding amount provided by the state.
#SummerLearningCamp2026 #BrightFuturesStartHere #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #TheBestofBCS #WhyIChooseBCS
💙👏 It’s Social Worker Appreciation Week! 👏💙
This week, we honor the amazing social workers who lift up our #students, families and communities with compassion and dedication. 🌟 Your commitment, empathy and hard work truly make a lasting impact every day.
#ThankYou for being the guiding light and support behind so many success stories. We appreciate you! 💛
#SocialWorkerAppreciationWeek #MakingADifference #SupportAndCare #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
This week, we honor the amazing social workers who lift up our #students, families and communities with compassion and dedication. 🌟 Your commitment, empathy and hard work truly make a lasting impact every day.
#ThankYou for being the guiding light and support behind so many success stories. We appreciate you! 💛
#SocialWorkerAppreciationWeek #MakingADifference #SupportAndCare #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
📚✨ Get ready to celebrate Read Across America Week! ✨📚
From March 2 to March 6, 2026, our #students will dive into the magical world of books, fostering a love of reading that will last a lifetime. 🌍📖This week, stories will spark imagination, inspire curiosity and open doors to new adventures making every page a journey worth taking! ✨📚
#ThankYou to all those who will take time out of their schedules to read with our students this week! This is #WhyIChooseBCS!
#ReadAcrossAmerica #ReadingMatters #LoveForBooks #InspireYoungMinds #BedfordCountySchools
March Lunch Menu
🚨 Emergency Preparedness DRILL – Friday, March 6, 2026 🚨
#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/breakingnews
Thank you for your support in keeping our schools safe!
#SafetyFirst #PreparedNotScared #SchoolSafety #EmergencyPreparedness
#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/breakingnews
Thank you for your support in keeping our schools safe!
#SafetyFirst #PreparedNotScared #SchoolSafety #EmergencyPreparedness
#IfYouSeeSomethingSaySomething is a national campaign to raise public awareness on how to report suspicious activity to state and local law enforcement. 💙
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
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
🌴East Side Elementary School proudly presents a pilot production of Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS: Dual Language Edition! 🎶
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
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
🐝We’re buzzing with excitement!🐝
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
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
The Book Fair is just days away! The Fair encourages students to read AND raises much-needed funds for our school. The easiest way for kids to pay is with an eWallet. Create one for your child so they can shop cash free and independently!
Visit our school homepage to get started: https://scholastic.com/bf/eastsideelementaryschool17"
Visit our school homepage to get started: https://scholastic.com/bf/eastsideelementaryschool17"