
Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our schools safe, clean and welcoming every day.🧹🏫💛 From classrooms to hallways, your hard work creates an environment where #students can learn, grow and thrive. 📚🌟
To all our amazing custodians across #BedfordCountySchools, #ThankYou! 🙏👏 Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are endlessly grateful. You make our schools a better place for everyone, every single day.🫶❤️
#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYouCustodians #SchoolHeroes #Grateful #WeAppreciateYou #BedfordProud

👟 Supporting Our Students, One Step at a Time! 👟
We are incredibly grateful to #Soles4Souls for their generous donation to #BedfordCountySchools of new shoes and socks for McKinney Vento #students (students experiencing homelessness).
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!❤️🙌
#Generous #CommunitySupport #CommunityPartners #WeAreBCS #BedfordProud
Mark your calendar now for a #BedfordCountySchools Town Hall Meeting with our new Superintendent of Schools Tim Harwell!
This is your opportunity to hear about the future of our schools, ask questions, share your thoughts and be part of the conversation. Each one-hour session is free and open to the public.
📍 Oct. 6 – Harris Middle School Library – 6:00 p.m.
Together, we're building an even stronger future for Bedford County Schools - one conversation at a time! We hope you will join us!
#StudentCentered #CommunityConversation #TownHall #ILovePublicSchools

At #BedfordCountySchools, we believe every #student deserves to learn in a safe, supportive and respectful environment. Bullying has no place in our schools, and together, we can build a culture of kindness, empathy and inclusion.🤝💖
This month is a reminder that small acts of respect and support can make a big difference in the lives of our #students. Let’s work together to ensure that all students feel valued, heard and empowered to be their best selves.🤝🫶
#BullyingPreventionMonth #KindnessCounts #EveryStudentMatters #BeAChangeMaker #WeAreBedford

🎓✨College Night is TONIGHT! ✨🎓
Explore your future! Meet college reps from state, local and private universities, check out the programs available at Shelbyville TCAT, discover scholarships and even connect with military recruiters. 🎯
Whether it’s college, trade school or military service, this is your chance to ask questions, gather info and plan your next steps! 📝
📅 When: TONIGHT, Thursday, October 1 | 🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Where: #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool Cafeteria
🌟 Don’t miss this chance to explore all your options!
💡 Pro tip: Bring a notebook and your questions. Your future starts here!📝 🚀
#CollegeNight #FutureReady #EducationOpportunities #PlanYourFuture #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #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






The Cascade High School Marching Band kicked off competition season recently at the Stones River Championship at Siegel High School, bringing their “Saddle Up!” show to the field and earning several honors along the way! 🏆
The band earned 2nd Place in Class AAA, along with Outstanding Visual Performance and Reserve Grand Champion in the Large Division at their first competition of the season!
With four more competitions ahead, there’s still plenty of “Saddle Up!” to come! 🤠 #Congratulations to the Cascade High School Marching Band on a fantastic start to the season!
#MarchingBand #ExcellenceInAction #CascadeHighSchool #BedfordCountySchools
Community Elementary School recently celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a special celebration for its ESL students, bringing families, staff and community supporters together for a memorable luncheon.
The celebration was made possible through the generosity of local businesses, churches, school counselors, parents and custodians who helped make the event special for #students and families. ❤️
#ThankYou to everyone who came together to celebrate culture, build connections and support Community Elementary’s ESL students! 🎉
#HispanicHeritageMonth #CommunityInvolvement #CommunitySupport #CommunityElementarySchool #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
Join us at the Shelbyville Central High School Annex on Saturday, October 10 from 9 AM – 2 PM for a fun fall event highlighting several SCHS CTE programs while also supporting CC’s Sanctuary! 🧡🐾
✨ Don’t miss out on treats for everyone:
🐾 Pet grooming services (by appointment only) + $10 nail trims & $20 dog microchipping (with registration)
🍪 Pumpkins, baked goods & food for sale
🎨 Face painting and adopt a plush pet
🛍️CC’s Sanctuary merchandise
💡 Can’t make it to the event? ➡️Please check out the graphic for more information on how you can still schedule grooming appointments with our FFA #students at the Annex!
Come enjoy some fall fun, support SCHS students and programs, and help support a great cause! 🍂🐾🎃 We'll see you there!
#PumpkinsAndPuppies #PetLovers #CommunitySupport #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools

🎶🦅Golden Eagles Marching Band Earns Top Honors at Columbia Invitational!🦅🎶
The Shelbyville Central High School Golden Eagles marching band recently competed at the Columbia Invitational Marching Competition, earning 1st place in Band and Percussion and 2nd place in Color Guard in Class AA!
Among all 18 bands competing, the Golden Eagles also earned:
🏆 4th Place Band
🎭 4th Place Color Guard
🥁 5th Place Percussion
What a fantastic showing for the Golden Eagles! Their hard work and dedication continue to shine on the field. 👏💙💛
The Golden Eagles will be back in competition this weekend at the Indian Nation Invitational in Clarksville. Best of luck! 🎵🦅
#Congratulations #MarchingBand #ExcellenceInAction #SCHSLegacy #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool #BedfordCountySchools







📚✨ Oh D.E.A.R.! It’s Time to Stop and Read!
This school year, students at Harris Middle School are making time for something that matters: reading! Through Oh D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything And Read), students pause what they’re doing at that time and spend time reading.
Taking time to read each week is helping emphasize the importance of literacy and the many ways reading supports #students both in and out of the classroom. 📖
Bonus: Bridge Bedford and Communications Director Carol Garrette were invited to take part in the celebrations, sharing rewards with students for their focused reading.
And the love of reading doesn’t have to stop at school! Families can help build strong readers by making time for reading at home, talking about what they’re reading and showing students that reading is something worth making time for.
Because when we make time to read, we make time to grow. 📚🌱
#ReadingMatters #LoveToRead #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #HarrisMiddleSchool #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

🌮🎉 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



We’re grateful to #BridgeBedford for meeting with leaders from all six of our middle schools and supporting “Be a Bridge,” a student recognition program celebrating young people who strengthen their schools and communities.
So, what does it mean to BE A BRIDGE?
B — BELONG: Help others feel seen, welcomed and included.
R — REACH: Connect with someone outside your own circle.
I — INVEST: Give your time, ideas and talents.
D — DISCOVER: Take an interest in the people and possibilities around you.
G — GROW: Look for ways to make yourself and your community better.
E — ENCOURAGE: Use your words and actions to lift others.
A student who is A BRIDGE might welcome someone sitting alone, help without being asked, encourage a classmate, volunteer, take pride in their school - or simply notice something that could be better and chooses to help.
These students show us that connection, character, service and pride of place start young. ❤️
Bridge Bedford delivered a check to each of our six middle schools to help provide small rewards for students recognized through the program.
Thank you, Bridge Bedford, for investing in our students and celebrating those who are already making a difference! 🌉💙
#BeABRIDGE #BeTheDifference #BedfordCountySchools
Explore your future! Meet college reps from state, local and private universities, check out the programs available at Shelbyville TCAT, discover scholarships and even connect with military recruiters. 🎯
Whether it’s college, trade school or military service, this is your chance to ask questions, gather info and plan your next steps! 📝
📅 When: Thursday, October 1 | 🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Where: #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool Cafeteria
🌟 Don’t miss this chance to explore all your options!
💡 Pro tip: Bring a notebook and your questions. Your future starts here!📝 🚀
#CollegeNight #FutureReady #EducationOpportunities #PlanYourFuture #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools

Former Community High School Criminal Justice #student Max Hinojosa is now serving as a deputy with the Bedford County Sheriff’s Department!
During his time as a Criminal Justice student, Mr. Hinojosa was also one of the founding members of the Criminal Justice Student Organization, which began at Shelbyville Central High School before expanding to Community High School.
His experience in the classroom gave him opportunities to explore the field of criminal justice and gain experiences that could help prepare him for a career in law enforcement. Today, he is putting that passion and preparation into action as a deputy.
Mr. Hinojosa is a great example of what hard work, dedication and drive can lead to! 👏
#CriminalJustice #CTE #CareerReady #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools

Students in Mr. Chris Hobbs’s Criminal Justice I class at Community High School recently stepped into the role of law enforcement officers, responding to unknown calls for service and putting their training to the test.
During the scenario-based exercise, #students were assessed on officer safety, scene control and the implementation of criminal law as they responded to an unknown emergency in progress.
🏆 Taking the Top Spots:
🥇 First Place: Easton Brown
🥈 Second Place: Gabe Hendon
🥉 Third Place: Diego A. Carrillo Vitervo
A hands-on experience like this gives students an opportunity to apply what they are learning in the classroom to realistic situations in the field of criminal justice.
#CriminalJustice #CTE #HandsOnLearning #FutureReady #CommunityHighSchool #BedfordCountySchools

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
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#HarrisMiddleSchool is excited to offer an incredible opportunity open to all 8th grade #students attending Bedford County Schools and homeschool students zoned for Bedford County Schools to travel to Washington, D.C. March 29 – April 2, 2027!
Students will enjoy an unforgettable educational experience filled with history, exploration and lasting memories.📚
This opportunity is open to:
✔ Students currently in 8th grade at any Bedford County School during the 2026–2027 school year
✔ Homeschool students currently in 8th grade who are zoned for a Bedford County school
👉If your #student is interested in this exciting opportunity, please see the graphic or visit the link below to learn more:
https://myprogram.worldstrides.com/custom/2027-harris-ms-dc-229880/?fbclid=IwdGRjcASFRqNjbGNrBIVGnWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHrVURw1HSK3hQDlRU6UZbm0bsdFbk6nI475dqwBhoEd8FeX0OC6Qu_d9vQxD_aem__iUgMKuW49Abav3FCjK5zw
🌟Don't miss this opportunity! Secure your spot today!🌟
#StayInformed #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #WeAreHarris #SoarAboveTheRest #BedfordCountySchools
