🌟 Empowering Our School Leaders & Student Support Team at SCALI! 🌟
Recently, Bedford County Schools school counselors, Community in Schools partners, administrators, and our SEL & Mental Health Supervisor came together at the School Counselor and Administrators Leadership Institute (SCALI) to learn, grow and connect. 💼✨🤝
This year’s theme, Passion, Purpose, Position!, encouraged participants to reflect on the important role they play in supporting #students and strengthening school communities.
Throughout SCALI, participants explored critical topics including trauma, mental health support, behavior intervention strategies, collaboration and more. These professional learning opportunities provide valuable tools and insights to help our team respond to #student needs and create supportive learning environments. 🧠🌱🏫
#CommunityHighSchool Counselor Jordan Tatom also led a professional development session, Defined by Law, Guided by Ethics: Maximizing the School Counselor Role, sharing his expertise with fellow school counselors and administrators.
We’re proud of the commitment our team continues to make to professional growth and to strengthening the support available to students across Bedford County Schools. 💛🖤
#SCALI #StudentSupport #ProfessionalLearning #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
Recently, Bedford County Schools school counselors, Community in Schools partners, administrators, and our SEL & Mental Health Supervisor came together at the School Counselor and Administrators Leadership Institute (SCALI) to learn, grow and connect. 💼✨🤝
This year’s theme, Passion, Purpose, Position!, encouraged participants to reflect on the important role they play in supporting #students and strengthening school communities.
Throughout SCALI, participants explored critical topics including trauma, mental health support, behavior intervention strategies, collaboration and more. These professional learning opportunities provide valuable tools and insights to help our team respond to #student needs and create supportive learning environments. 🧠🌱🏫
#CommunityHighSchool Counselor Jordan Tatom also led a professional development session, Defined by Law, Guided by Ethics: Maximizing the School Counselor Role, sharing his expertise with fellow school counselors and administrators.
We’re proud of the commitment our team continues to make to professional growth and to strengthening the support available to students across Bedford County Schools. 💛🖤
#SCALI #StudentSupport #ProfessionalLearning #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
🌟 Wednesday's Teacher Spotlight! 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating our amazing Mrs. Valerie Ward, P.E. Teacher! 💙💚
With 38 years in education and 31 years at East Side, Mrs. Ward is a true part of our East Side family! We’re so thankful for all she does for our students! 🏀❤️
Join us in celebrating Mrs. Ward! 🎉👏
Today, we’re celebrating our amazing Mrs. Valerie Ward, P.E. Teacher! 💙💚
With 38 years in education and 31 years at East Side, Mrs. Ward is a true part of our East Side family! We’re so thankful for all she does for our students! 🏀❤️
Join us in celebrating Mrs. Ward! 🎉👏
🎓 Celebrating Our New Teacher COMP Graduates! 🎉
We are thrilled to recognize this incredible group of educators who have successfully completed the COMP program!
Through their hard work, dedication and commitment, these graduates are prepared to create classrooms where #students are engaged, achieve more and thrive. COMP strategies are proven to reduce #student misbehavior and increase academic engagement and achievement, and our new teachers are ready to put these practices into action.🌟
These educators are stepping into a calling—shaping the minds and futures of countless students while fostering a positive, inspiring learning environment. 💛📚
Join us in celebrating their achievement and the bright futures they are creating! 🌟
#Educators #EducationMatters #WeAppreciateYou #BedfordProud #BCSFamily #BedfordCountySchools
We are thrilled to recognize this incredible group of educators who have successfully completed the COMP program!
Through their hard work, dedication and commitment, these graduates are prepared to create classrooms where #students are engaged, achieve more and thrive. COMP strategies are proven to reduce #student misbehavior and increase academic engagement and achievement, and our new teachers are ready to put these practices into action.🌟
These educators are stepping into a calling—shaping the minds and futures of countless students while fostering a positive, inspiring learning environment. 💛📚
Join us in celebrating their achievement and the bright futures they are creating! 🌟
#Educators #EducationMatters #WeAppreciateYou #BedfordProud #BCSFamily #BedfordCountySchools
🌱🔬 Science in Action! 💧
Our first graders had a fun, hands-on science experiment exploring how water moves throughout a plant! 🌿
Students placed celery stalks in water mixed with food coloring and watched closely as the colored water traveled through the celery. This simple experiment gave our young scientists a visual way to see how plants transport water through their stems. 🌈🌱
We love when learning comes to life right before our eyes! 💚💙
#EastSideElementary #FirstGradeScience #YoungScientists #LearningInAction #STEM
📢🦠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 20, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Harris Middle School
✅ No appointment needed
✅ Quick, easy, and FREE
Stay healthy this season ! We will see you there!
➡Please see the graphic for more details. For additional information about the flu vaccine, visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/fight-the-flu.
#FightFluTN #FightFlu26 #StayHealthy #AttendanceMatters #EverySchoolDayCounts
🎃🍂 October Lunch Menu 🍂🎃
🐠🦈 Third Grade Adventure! 🐢🌊
Our third graders had an amazing day exploring the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga! 🐟💙 Students got to see incredible sea life, learn about animals and their habitats, and make memories with their classmates.
We love seeing our students learn beyond the classroom! 📚✨
#EastSideElementary #ThirdGrade #FieldTrip #TennesseeAquarium #LearningIsAnAdventure
🌮🎉 It’s East Side Elementary School's Spirit Day at DosBros! 🎉🌮
Show your school spirit and head to DosBros Fresh Mexican Grill, TODAY, for a delicious meal that gives back to #EastSideElementarySchool! ❤️🌯
Just let the cashier know you’re there for “East Side Elementary School,” and 30% of each qualifying receipt will be donated to the school! 🙌
Bring your family, invite a friend and make it a delicious way to support your school! 🎉
➡️Please see graphic for more information and to find your school's date, or visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/how-to-give-back-to-my-school.
#SupportOurSchools #EatForACause #DosBros #CommunityInvolvement #Generous #BedfordCountySchools
🌮🎉 It’s East Side Elementary School's Spirit Day at DosBros! 🎉🌮
Show your school spirit and head to DosBros Fresh Mexican Grill, TODAY, for a delicious meal that gives back to #EastSideElementarySchool! ❤️🌯
Just let the cashier know you’re there for “East Side Elementary School,” and 30% of each qualifying receipt will be donated to the school! 🙌
Bring your family, invite a friend and make it a delicious way to support your school! 🎉
➡️Please see graphic for more information and to find your school's date, or visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/how-to-give-back-to-my-school.
Show your school spirit and head to DosBros Fresh Mexican Grill, TODAY, for a delicious meal that gives back to #EastSideElementarySchool! ❤️🌯
Just let the cashier know you’re there for “East Side Elementary School,” and 30% of each qualifying receipt will be donated to the school! 🙌
Bring your family, invite a friend and make it a delicious way to support your school! 🎉
➡️Please see graphic for more information and to find your school's date, or visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/how-to-give-back-to-my-school.
Ice Cream is $1.50 in the cafeteria!
🧜♀️Important Play Tryout Information for 2nd-5th Graders 🎭
🌾🎶Learning History the Hands On Way!🎶🌾
All 4th graders in #BedfordCountySchools recently stepped back in time at the American Mule & Bluegrass Festival! 🎉
Students experienced history up close as they learned about blacksmithing 🔨, mule and donkey care 🫏, traditional homesteading skills 🌾, honeybees 🐝 and music 🎶. They even enjoyed ice cream churned by a mule! 🍦
This hands on experience gave students a unique opportunity to learn beyond the classroom while gaining a deeper appreciation for the traditions and history that helped shape our community. 💛
#HeritageEducation #Homesteading #FutureGenerations #Education #BedfordProud
All 4th graders in #BedfordCountySchools recently stepped back in time at the American Mule & Bluegrass Festival! 🎉
Students experienced history up close as they learned about blacksmithing 🔨, mule and donkey care 🫏, traditional homesteading skills 🌾, honeybees 🐝 and music 🎶. They even enjoyed ice cream churned by a mule! 🍦
This hands on experience gave students a unique opportunity to learn beyond the classroom while gaining a deeper appreciation for the traditions and history that helped shape our community. 💛
#HeritageEducation #Homesteading #FutureGenerations #Education #BedfordProud
✨ Your everyday purchases can make a difference for our schools! 💳🏫
Since 2017, First Community Bank has donated more than $168,000 to local schools through its School Spirit Debit Card program! 🎉
Here’s how it works: Every time you swipe a School Spirit Debit Card, 3 cents is donated to the school of your choice at no cost or monthly charge to you! 🙌
You can show your school spirit, support your favorite Bedford County school and make every swipe count.🎉
Ready to get started? Learn more and sign up here: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/how-to-give-back-to-my-school.
#SwipeForSchools #SupportLocal #BedfordCountyProud #SchoolSpirit #BedfordCountySchools
📢 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
🌟 Wednesday’s Teacher Spotlight! 🌟
Today we are shining the spotlight on Mrs. Jennifer Kirby, our amazing Academic Interventionist! 💙💚
We are so thankful for Mrs. Kirby and all she does for East Side! 💚💙
#TeacherSpotlight #EastSideElementary #EastSideFamily #WeLoveOurTeachers #WednesdaySpotlight
Today we are shining the spotlight on Mrs. Jennifer Kirby, our amazing Academic Interventionist! 💙💚
We are so thankful for Mrs. Kirby and all she does for East Side! 💚💙
#TeacherSpotlight #EastSideElementary #EastSideFamily #WeLoveOurTeachers #WednesdaySpotlight
🎸🩷9-to-5 Day on 9/25 🩷
On Friday, September 25, we will have Dolly Parton Day!
Wear pink, sparkles, guitars, butterflies, and more to honor the life, music, and legacy of country music icon Dolly Parton.
Looking for an easy way to support East Side? 💚💙
Get a School Spirit Debit Card through First Community Bank! Every swipe gives 3 cents
back to our school.
Your everyday spending can make a difference! 💰💳
Get a School Spirit Debit Card through First Community Bank! Every swipe gives 3 cents
back to our school.
Your everyday spending can make a difference! 💰💳
🚗✈️Travel Planning Made Easier!✈️🚗
📢 Please disregard our previous travel planning graphics.📢
A date on the 2026–27 school calendar was revised this past spring, and our previous travel planning graphics did not reflect that change.
The graphics have now been updated to reflect the correct break date.
🗺️📍Make every school break count!✨ Our guide shows all the longer breaks throughout the year, so you can plan trips without missing important school days.🌟
Whether you’re planning a quick getaway 🌄 or a longer adventure 🏖️, now it’s easier than ever to schedule trips without missing important school days! Take advantage of these opportunities to relax, explore and make memories! ✨
📅📌Check it out and start planning your next adventure today!
#SchoolBreaks #TravelPlanning #MakeMemories #AttendanceMatters #EverySchoolDayCounts #BedfordCountySchools
🚔🚒 It's TODAY! The Bedford Battle of the Badges Blood Drive is coming to Shelbyville!
Today, September 22 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., local first responders and community members will come together for a friendly competition with a purpose: helping save lives through blood donation. ❤️
Bedford County Schools is proud to help spread the word about this important event and encourage community members to consider rolling up their sleeves and donating. Every donation has the potential to make a meaningful difference for a person in need. 🩸
📅 September 22 | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
📍 Shelbyville, TN
Please see the graphic for complete event details and information on how to schedule your appointment to donate.
#BloodDrive #GiveBlood #SaveLives #WeAreBedford #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 20, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Harris Middle School
✅ No appointment needed
✅ Quick, easy, and FREE
Stay healthy this season ! We will see you there!
➡Please see the graphic for more details. For additional information about the flu vaccine, visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/fight-the-flu.
#FightFluTN #FightFlu26 #StayHealthy #AttendanceMatters #EverySchoolDayCounts