🎉 Happy Labor Day, #BedfordCountySchools! 🎉
Today, we honor the incredible effort and commitment of our teachers, staff, leaders and community partners who make our schools shine. 🌟 Your dedication to our #students’ growth and success is the heart of all we do. 🏫🍎
Take this well-earned day to rest, recharge and celebrate the amazing work you do every day. 💙
We are #BedfordProud to be part of such a hardworking and inspiring community!
#LaborDay #BCSFamily #EducationMatters #WeAreBedford
Today, we honor the incredible effort and commitment of our teachers, staff, leaders and community partners who make our schools shine. 🌟 Your dedication to our #students’ growth and success is the heart of all we do. 🏫🍎
Take this well-earned day to rest, recharge and celebrate the amazing work you do every day. 💙
We are #BedfordProud to be part of such a hardworking and inspiring community!
#LaborDay #BCSFamily #EducationMatters #WeAreBedford
📚✨ Happy National Read a Book Day! ✨📚
Today, we celebrate the joy of reading 📖❤️ and the endless adventures found in the pages of a book.🌟 From our youngest learners to lifelong readers, every chapter opens new doors to imagination, knowledge and discovery.🌈✨
📖 Take a few minutes today to read with a friend, a #student or a family member, and let’s inspire a love of reading across our district!
No matter what your age, there’s always a new story waiting to be explored and today is the perfect day to start.📘✨
#NationalReadABookDay #WeLoveReading #LifetimeLearners #OurDistrictReads #ReadTogether #ReadingMatters #BedfordCountySchools
Today, we celebrate the joy of reading 📖❤️ and the endless adventures found in the pages of a book.🌟 From our youngest learners to lifelong readers, every chapter opens new doors to imagination, knowledge and discovery.🌈✨
📖 Take a few minutes today to read with a friend, a #student or a family member, and let’s inspire a love of reading across our district!
No matter what your age, there’s always a new story waiting to be explored and today is the perfect day to start.📘✨
#NationalReadABookDay #WeLoveReading #LifetimeLearners #OurDistrictReads #ReadTogether #ReadingMatters #BedfordCountySchools
✈️ Ready for Takeoff? Explore a Future in Aviation! 🚁
Students interested in aviation, aircraft or careers that take them to new heights won’t want to miss Girls in Aviation Day! ✈️💙
Hosted by the Middle Tennessee State University WAI Air Raiders Chapter, this FREE community event gives #students and families the opportunity to explore aircraft, meet inspiring women in aviation, learn about exciting career opportunities and experience the world of aviation up close. 🛩️
For students exploring future careers, events like this are a great way to discover how interests can connect to real-world opportunities, including pathways available through Career and Technical Education (CTE). 🎓🛠️
📅 September 26, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Shelbyville Municipal Airport
Whether your #student dreams of becoming a pilot, working with aircraft or pursuing another career in the aviation industry, this is a great opportunity to explore, connect and get inspired! 🌟
The event is FREE and open to everyone. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and learn more!
#CareerAndTechnicalEducation #CTE #Aviation #TrueBlue #FutureReady #BCSFamilies #BefordCountySchools
📢 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
🌉✨ Strong schools thrive in strong communities, and organizations like Bridge Bedford help make that possible.
Bridge Bedford is committed to bringing people together, creating opportunities and investing in the future of Bedford County. 🤝❤️ Through community engagement, educational support and initiatives that strengthen connections across our county, their work helps create a brighter future for #students and families. 📚✨
#BedfordCountySchools is grateful for community organizations that share a commitment to supporting #student success both inside and outside the classroom. 🎓💙
🔗 Learn more about Bridge Bedford and the impact they are making throughout our community by visiting: https://bridgebedford.org/
❄️🎄 Also, be sure to mark your calendars for Winter Wonderland! 🎁✨ This festive event brings families and community members together to celebrate the holiday season with fun activities, special attractions and plenty of holiday cheer. ☃️❤️ It's a wonderful opportunity to make memories and connect with others in our community.
#BridgeBedford #CommunityPartners #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #StrongerTogether
💙💚 EAST SIDE CANNED FOOD DRIVE! 💚💙
Let’s come together, East Side! Our Canned Food Drive will run September 8–25, and we’d love for every classroom to participate! 🥫❤️
Each day, we’ll focus on bringing in a specific item:
🥜 September 8: Peanut Butter
🥔 September 9: Boxed/Packaged Potatoes
🧀 September 10: Macaroni & Cheese
🍑 September 11: Canned Fruit
But here’s where the fun begins! 🎉
🏆 The classroom that brings in the MOST items by September 25 will receive a SURPRISE PARTY! 🎊
Let’s fill our donation boxes, show our East
Let’s come together, East Side! Our Canned Food Drive will run September 8–25, and we’d love for every classroom to participate! 🥫❤️
Each day, we’ll focus on bringing in a specific item:
🥜 September 8: Peanut Butter
🥔 September 9: Boxed/Packaged Potatoes
🧀 September 10: Macaroni & Cheese
🍑 September 11: Canned Fruit
But here’s where the fun begins! 🎉
🏆 The classroom that brings in the MOST items by September 25 will receive a SURPRISE PARTY! 🎊
Let’s fill our donation boxes, show our East
🌟🌮Spirit Day Alert!🌮🌟
📌📅Mark your calendars and 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, teachers and friends! 🌮❤️
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/page/how-to-give-back-to-my-school.
#SupportOurSchools #EatForACause #DosBros #CommunityInvolvement #Generous #BedfordCountySchools
✨ 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
🐴✨ Happy Horseshow Break, #BedfordCountySchools! ✨🐴
Take a moment to unwind and soak up the magic of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration! 🐎🎉 Whether you’re cheering from the stands or enjoying some well-deserved downtime, this is your chance to relax and make lasting memories. 📸💛
Wishing you a week filled with sunshine, smiles and celebration! 🌞🎊
#HorseShowBreak #RelaxAndRecharge #CommunityStrong #TennesseeTraditions #TWHNC #WeAreBedford
Take a moment to unwind and soak up the magic of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration! 🐎🎉 Whether you’re cheering from the stands or enjoying some well-deserved downtime, this is your chance to relax and make lasting memories. 📸💛
Wishing you a week filled with sunshine, smiles and celebration! 🌞🎊
#HorseShowBreak #RelaxAndRecharge #CommunityStrong #TennesseeTraditions #TWHNC #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
🎟️🐴 BCS Students Are Ready to Celebrate! 🎉
Every year, Bedford County comes alive with the excitement of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, and this year the Celebration continues their #generous tradition of giving every #student in our district a ticket to experience the magic of this special event firsthand!
👏 We are so grateful to the Celebration for their generosity, creating unforgettable experiences for our #students, supporting our schools and for uniting our community in celebration!🐴
#ThankYou #TWHNC #TheCelebration #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
Every year, Bedford County comes alive with the excitement of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, and this year the Celebration continues their #generous tradition of giving every #student in our district a ticket to experience the magic of this special event firsthand!
👏 We are so grateful to the Celebration for their generosity, creating unforgettable experiences for our #students, supporting our schools and for uniting our community in celebration!🐴
#ThankYou #TWHNC #TheCelebration #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
Cooper Steel Reading Challenge for Horse Show Break!
Are you ready for a great year of reading?
Reading logs are coming home today! There is a Cooper Steel Challenge. If you read 300 minutes during Horse Show Break, you can earn a book and extra recess. That's only 30 minutes a day!
The Milestone Rewards are new and improved this year!
- Spark Level
- Forge Level
- Elevate Level
- Fusion Level
We cannot wait to kick off a great year of reading!
Reading logs are coming home today! There is a Cooper Steel Challenge. If you read 300 minutes during Horse Show Break, you can earn a book and extra recess. That's only 30 minutes a day!
The Milestone Rewards are new and improved this year!
- Spark Level
- Forge Level
- Elevate Level
- Fusion Level
We cannot wait to kick off a great year of reading!
📢 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
✨ 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
🎉 Celebrating Our LEAPs Data Darling!
#Congratulations to #BedfordCountySchools LEAPs Project Director Tiffany Swain, who was recognized as a 2025–26 “Data Darling” at the Extended Learning Project Director Institute in Chattanooga!
Tiffany earned this recognition for achieving 100% completion of required LEAPs data throughout the 2025–26 school year — a distinction earned by just 55% of LEAPs Project Directors statewide.
This accomplishment was made possible by our outstanding LEAPs Site Directors, who consistently provided timely attendance data throughout the year:
⭐ Breanne Pilkington & Melissa Martin — #EastSideElementarySchool LEAPs
⭐ Rhonda Leverette — #CommunityHighSchool LEAPs
⭐ Heather Wilson Clem & Hannah Warren — #EakinElementarySchool LEAPs
⭐ Caitlin Pope — #LearningWayElementarySchool LEAPs
We are proud of this team and their commitment to providing quality extended learning opportunities for Bedford County #students! ❤️💙
LEAPs (Lottery for Education in Afterschool Programs) is a grant-funded program that provides students with engaging after-school learning opportunities that support academic growth, enrichment and personal development. The program gives students a safe, supportive place to learn and grow beyond the regular school day.
LEAPs begins September 8! Families interested in the program should contact the LEAPs Site Director at their child’s school for more information.
#Education #ExcellenceInAction #AfterSchoolPrograms #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordProud
#Congratulations to #BedfordCountySchools LEAPs Project Director Tiffany Swain, who was recognized as a 2025–26 “Data Darling” at the Extended Learning Project Director Institute in Chattanooga!
Tiffany earned this recognition for achieving 100% completion of required LEAPs data throughout the 2025–26 school year — a distinction earned by just 55% of LEAPs Project Directors statewide.
This accomplishment was made possible by our outstanding LEAPs Site Directors, who consistently provided timely attendance data throughout the year:
⭐ Breanne Pilkington & Melissa Martin — #EastSideElementarySchool LEAPs
⭐ Rhonda Leverette — #CommunityHighSchool LEAPs
⭐ Heather Wilson Clem & Hannah Warren — #EakinElementarySchool LEAPs
⭐ Caitlin Pope — #LearningWayElementarySchool LEAPs
We are proud of this team and their commitment to providing quality extended learning opportunities for Bedford County #students! ❤️💙
LEAPs (Lottery for Education in Afterschool Programs) is a grant-funded program that provides students with engaging after-school learning opportunities that support academic growth, enrichment and personal development. The program gives students a safe, supportive place to learn and grow beyond the regular school day.
LEAPs begins September 8! Families interested in the program should contact the LEAPs Site Director at their child’s school for more information.
#Education #ExcellenceInAction #AfterSchoolPrograms #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordProud
🌟🌮Spirit Day Alert!🌮🌟
📌📅Mark your calendars and 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, teachers and friends! 🌮❤️
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/page/how-to-give-back-to-my-school.
#SupportOurSchools #EatForACause #DosBros #CommunityInvolvement #Generous #BedfordCountySchools
Girls Scout Information
🚨 Parents and caregivers of #BedfordCountySchools #students: This is for YOU! 🚨
Emergencies can happen anytime, and staying informed is key to keeping your family safe.
📢 Wondering how to get information during a school emergency?
We’ve got you covered! All the important details are right here in this graphic. Save it, share it and stay ready.📌
Be informed.💡 Be prepared.✅ Stay connected.📱
#PreparedNotScared #EmergencyPreparedness #ParentsStayReady #ParentResources #SafetyFirst #BePrepared
Emergencies can happen anytime, and staying informed is key to keeping your family safe.
📢 Wondering how to get information during a school emergency?
We’ve got you covered! All the important details are right here in this graphic. Save it, share it and stay ready.📌
Be informed.💡 Be prepared.✅ Stay connected.📱
#PreparedNotScared #EmergencyPreparedness #ParentsStayReady #ParentResources #SafetyFirst #BePrepared
🚗✈️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
🗺️📍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