🎉 Check out the excitement from last year’s #ConnectedCommunity5K! From start to finish, it was a day full of fun, energy, and community spirit. 👟🙌

🎥➡️https://youtu.be/qxNs5qPQ7So?si=A7qNh2afMIkXpXUo

Don’t miss out — register now and come join the fun!

👉 Register here: https://runsignup.com/connectedcommunity5k

#CC5K #BedfordCountyTN #BridgeBedford #BedfordCountySchools
2 months ago, Bedford County Schools
CC5K Link to Last Year's Video
CC5K Link to Last Year's Video
❄️Winter Break has arrived! ❄️

Mark your calendars! 📌📆

❄️☃️Winter break runs from December 22, 2025 to January 2, 2026.

👩‍🏫Teachers: Staff development is on Monday, January 5.
🎒Students: We'll see you back at school on Tuesday, January 6!

#WinterBreak #RestAndRecharge #EnjoyTheHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #BedfordCountySchools
2 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Winter Break
Tomorrow, December 19th is an abbreviated day. School hours are 7:30-9:30 am.
2 months ago, East Side Elementary
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⚾️ A huge THANK YOU to the SCHS Baseball team for their generous food box donations! Your support is making a real difference in our community. We truly appreciate you! ❤️
2 months ago, East Side Elementary
schs baseball donation
SCHS baseball donation

🎄💛 Supporting Our Families This Holiday Season! 💛🎄

#BedfordCountySchools is thrilled to share that 150 Christmas Break Food Boxes are on their way to families in need—each packed with enough food to last 18 days!

This wonderful effort is a true community collaboration, made possible by:

✨ First Presbyterian Church
✨ Edgemont Baptist Church
✨ Farm Bureau
✨ Shelbyville Lions Club
✨Jostens
✨ Forge & Build.

We want to send a heartfelt #ThankYou to all the community partners, volunteers and organizations who made this possible and to our maintenance team, school social workers and counselors for connecting these food boxes with the families who need them most.

Your generosity is helping brighten the holidays for so many families, and together, we’re ensuring every #student has a brighter, fuller holiday season! 🎁

#CommunitySupport #CommunityInvolvement #StrongerTogether #SeasonOfGiving #WeAreBedford #BedfordProud

2 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Christmas Food Box Donation
🎄❤️Emmy's Invites You to Share the Spirit of the Season ❤️🎄

This holiday season, Emmy's Restaurant is spreading kindness in a truly special way. On December 25 from 2:00–5:00 p.m., they are hosting a FREE community Christmas dinner 🍽️ for anyone who would like to enjoy a warm meal, friendly faces and the joy of the season. ✨

Whether you’re looking for a place to gather, a welcoming table, or a moment of holiday comfort, everyone is invited to join.🌟 It’s a beautiful reminder of the generosity and togetherness that make this time of year so meaningful 🎶❄️.

✨ Please see the graphic for more information. ✨

#SeasonOfGiving #SpreadKindness #Generous #BetterTogether #CommunitySupport #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
2 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Free Community Christmas Dinner at Emmy's Restaurant
Free Community Christmas Dinner at Emmy's Restaurant
The Central Office is full of holiday spirit thanks to the amazing #EastSideElementarySchool student ambassadors!🦌🎄These young carolers brightened our day with their energy, kindness and festive cheer, reminding us how lucky we are to have such incredible #students in our community.

#ThankYou for spreading joy and making the season even brighter!🫶✨

#HolidayCheer #SeasonOfJoy #MerryChristmas2025 #WeLoveOurStudents #BedfordCountySchools
2 months ago, Bedford County Schools
East Side Christmas Carolers Bring Holiday Cheer to the Central Office
East Side Christmas Carolers Bring Holiday Cheer to the Central Office
East Side Christmas Carolers Bring Holiday Cheer to the Central Office

📅📌 Mark your calendars for an exciting community event — the #ConnectedCommunity5K! 👊Registration is now OPEN!

Join us for our 2nd annual 5K run or walk and be part of something special as we come together to support #BedfordCountySchools and other important community initiatives. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ For the inaugural event, over 1,100 people participated!

💐 Bonus: The event will take place Mother’s Day weekend, giving us the perfect opportunity to celebrate moms in a meaningful way. All mothers will be honored on this day! Make plans to participate with your mom, or if she’s no longer with us, walk or run in her memory. 💖

👟 Every Bedford County School will have a team, and community teams are welcome too — or you can join as an individual. However you choose to participate, everyone is welcome!

Let’s come together and make it happen! 🙌

⏰ Early bird pricing is available now — prices increase January 31.

👉 Register here: https://runsignup.com/connectedcommunity5k

#CC5K #BedfordCountyTN #BridgeBedford

2 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Connected Community 5K
Connected Community 5K
🚗✈️Travel Planning Made Easier!✈️🚗

🗺️📍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
2 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Travel Planning Made Easier for the 2025-26 School Year
Registration officially opens Monday, 12/15/2025; the early bird rate of $25 for adults/$20 for students lasts through January 31.
2 months ago, East Side Elementary
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cc5k
Cold Weather Reminder – Field Trip Tomorrow Dear Families, This is a reminder that students attending tomorrow’s field trip must bring cold weather gear, including: • 🧢 Hat • 🧤 Gloves • 🧥 Warm coat The arena is very cold inside, and students will need these items to stay comfortable. Additionally, all students coming to school tomorrow should be dressed for cold weather, even if they are not attending the field trip. Thank you for helping us keep everyone warm and safe!
3 months ago, East Side Elementary

🎉Congratulations to Bedford County Schools!🎉

📈The district has made significant gains in success rates from 2021 to 2025:
• Grades 3–5: 30.5 ➜ 41.2
• Grades 6–8: 19.5 ➜ 27.7
• Grades 9–12: 18.7 ➜ 33.1

🎯🌟Tennessee evaluates districts on #student achievement and growth in grades 3–5, 6–8, and 9–12, using three key measures:
• Proficiency on TCAP
• Progress toward Annual Measurable Objectives goals
• Growth through TVAAS literacy and numeracy data

A strong upward trend across every grade band!🚀📈✨

#StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #RaisingTheBar #EducationMatters #BedfordProud

3 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Success Rates
📢 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
3 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Weekly Resource Guide
🌟🌮Spirit Day Alert!🌮🌟

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
3 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Spirit Day at Dos Bros
Spirit Day at Dos Bros
Spirit Day at Dos Bros

🎉🎓It's TODAY!🎓🎉

📣Join us for #ParentUniversity at #HarrisMiddleSchool TODAY from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM! Interpreters will be available.

🔍Learn about Standards-Based Grading (SBG) and how it shows your child’s progress in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. Discover how teachers use rubrics, what the performance goals are and how to read report cards and progress reports to support your child’s growth.🏆

Knowledge is power, and your involvement matters!💡💪📢 Spread the word! See you there! 👋

#StudentSuccess #Free #BePrepared #Education #BedfordCountySchools

3 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Parent University December 11th
Parent University December 11th
Through a generous donation, we are excited to offer 50 Christmas food boxes to our families here at East Side! If your child is a student at East Side and you could benefit from a food box this Christmas, scan the QR code, fill out the form, and you will be contacted some time next week for pick up! These are first come, first serve and will be distributed based on submission of the form. Merry Christmas!
3 months ago, East Side Elementary
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#BedfordCountySchools is thrilled to announce that our district has received a generous safety grant of over $4,000 from Mark Bilyeu at Tennessee Risk Management! This support will help us purchase essential equipment to keep our employees safe every day.🦺

We want to send a huge #ThankYou for investing in the safety and well-being of our school community as your generosity makes a real difference!🤝🫶

#CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #Generous #WeAppreciateYou #BedfordProud
3 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Risk Management Safety Grant Donation to Bedford County Schools
⚽ 2025–2026 Eastside Elementary Soccer Tryouts! ⚽

We’re excited to kick off another great season of Eastside soccer! Tryouts for boys and girls in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade will be held next week. Please check the schedule carefully:

👉 Open Gym for ALL Students Trying Out
Monday, December 15th | 2:45–4:30

👉 Girls’ Tryouts
Tuesday, December 16th | 2:45–4:30

👉 Boys’ Tryouts
Thursday, December 18th | 2:45–4:30

Please make sure students wear appropriate clothing and bring tennis shoes or cleats and a water bottle.
🚫 No parents allowed in the gym or playground during tryouts.

Eastside will compete in Bedford County’s School-Based All-Star League, with practices on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 2:30–4:00. Games will be held on Saturdays in March and April. Tournament info coming soon!

Girls Coaches: Jennifer & Andres Gonzalez
Boys Coach: Jonathan Medel

A sports physical is required to participate in practices or games, but not required before tryouts.

If your child plans to attend tryouts, please return the bottom portion of the form. ⚽💙
Let’s go, Eastside!
3 months ago, East Side Elementary
soccer tryouts
soccer tryouts
🏫📚#BedfordCountySchools extends its sincere appreciation to the Shelbyville Lions Club for their outstanding commitment to our #students and families.

Through vision screenings, eyeglass support, contributions to food boxes and a variety of additional services, the Lions Club continues to play a vital role in supporting #student well-being and academic success.💡

Your generosity helps ensure that every student has what they need to learn, grow and thrive—both in and out of the classroom. We are grateful for your partnership and the positive impact you are making across our community.🌟🤝

#ThankYou to the Shelbyville Lions Club, for your unwavering dedication and service!🫶❤️

#StrongerTogether #CommunitySupport #CommunityPartners #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford #BedfordProud
3 months ago, Bedford County Schools
Thank You to the Shelbyville Lions Club
Dress up day change: Wednesday: Hawaiian day (tropical day) Friday: Reindeer day for Reindeer games
3 months ago, East Side Elementary