⏰ It’s That Time of Year! ⏰
📣 Parents & Caregivers: Skyward Student Information Verification is NOW OPEN!
👉CLICK HERE FOR AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM INCOMING SUPERINTENDENT TIM HARWELL!
📝 It only takes about 5 minutes to make sure your child’s information is up to date:
✔️ Emergency contacts
✔️ People authorized to pick up your student (always good to have backups!)
✔️ Address and phone number updates
🔑 Keeping this information current helps ensure your child’s safety and supports smooth communication with the school.
📅 Don’t wait. Log in today and get it done! ✅
If you’re unsure of your Skyward login, please contact your child's school.
👉 Visit the Skyward information page for instructions: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/skyward
#StayConnected #StayInformed #StudentSafety #BedfordCountySchools
🏫❤️ Celebrating Our Bedford County Schools Retirees ❤️🏫
This, we gathered at the Bell Buckle Banquet Hall for a special evening honoring the incredible individuals retiring from #BedfordCountySchools. (Not all retirees are pictured.) 🌟
These dedicated employees have spent years shaping lives, supporting #students and strengthening our schools in countless ways. From the classroom to transportation, cafeterias to custodial services and every role in between, each retiree has played an important part in making our district a place where students can learn, grow and succeed. 💖
Your commitment, compassion and hard work have left a lasting impact on generations of students, families and colleagues. While your daily presence will certainly be missed, your legacy will continue to inspire for years to come.
#Congratulations on your retirement and thank you for your years of service to Bedford County Schools! ❤️
📸 To view photos from the event, visit:
www.bedfordk12tn.com/photoalbums
#ThankYouRetirees #WeAppreciateYou #CommunityHeroes #EducationMatters #BedfordProud #WeAreBedford
Friday, May 22, 2026, is an ✨Abbreviated Day!✨
📚 Report cards will be ready for pickup, so don’t forget to stop by! 🎓📝
Thank you for another amazing school year! 💙
#AbbreviatedDay #ReportCardDay #EndOfYear #SchoolWrapUp #BedfordCountySchools
🌟 Cartwright Elementary's Amazing STEAM Finale! 🌟
What an incredible way to end the year! 🎉 Fifth graders just wrapped up an inspiring project-based learning assignment that proves kindness is the real superpower.
From creative videos 🎥 to hilarious puppet shows 🎭, heartfelt thank you cards 💌, and even pencil gifts for the whole school ✏️ — these #students showed us what it means to spread joy and encouragement!
Here's the best part: This whole amazing project idea came straight from one of #CartwrightElementarySchool's fifth graders - David Quinones! 🙌 That's the power of student voice and creativity!
Big shout-out to our STEAM stars for reminding us that the greatest innovation is kindness. You've made Cartwright Elementary brighter this year! 💚✨
A special #ThankYou to our friends at #WLIJ and #HopkinsFarmsBroadcasting who supported these efforts along the way with on-the-air highlights and broadcasts!
#STEAM #KindnessMatters #StudentLeadership #WhereExcellenceTakesTheLead #WhyIChooseBCS #ILovePublicSchools #BedfordCountySchools
🎉✨ Celebrating Student Success at LWE’s Renaissance Rally! ✨🎉
Students at #LearningWayElementarySchool had an amazing time at their recent Renaissance Rally, a special tradition that celebrates #student achievement, positive behavior and school spirit. 💛💙
During the rally, several #students were recognized for their dedication and hard work. 🏃♂️🏃♀️ Some students were celebrated for the impressive number of miles they ran, while others received new tennis shoes for participating in the Cooper Steel Reading Challenge and reading 1,000+ minutes! 👟📚
The celebration also included a variety of fun activities and games that kept students engaged and excited throughout the event. 🎉👏
Events like this are a wonderful way to highlight student accomplishments 🏅, encourage perseverance and teamwork 🤝 and strengthen connections within the school community 🏫. 💛💙
#RenaissanceRally #CelebratingStudentSuccess #DoItTheLearningWay #WhyIChooseBCS #ILovePublicSchools #BedfordCountySchools
You are invited to a Board Retirement Reception honoring Superintendent Dr. Tammy Garrett as we celebrate her retirement and years of dedicated service to our schools and community.
📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
🕔 5:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Harris Middle School (please park and enter at the back)
The public is invited to attend, express appreciation and join us in recognizing her #leadership and commitment to #education. The reception will take place prior to the School Board meeting.
We look forward to coming together to express our appreciation for her years of leadership and service.✨
#RetirementCelebration #WeAreBedford #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
🎉🍎 IT'S TODAY! Kindergarten Registration Dates Added — Don’t Miss Out!🍎🎉
We’ve had a great response from families, and to help accommodate schedules and give parents additional time, kindergarten registration has been extended! 🍎✏️
Will you have a kindergarten student this fall? Now is the perfect time to get your child registered and ready for an exciting school year ahead!
📌 Registration Dates:
📅 Tuesday, May 19 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, May 20 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Bedford County Schools
📍 500 Madison St.
Please see the graphics or visit the link below for additional registration information: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/prekandkregistration
Questions? Call 931-684-3284 and ask for Kathy Reed.
#WeLoveOurStudents #Education #WhyIChooseBCS #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
📣 It's TODAY! Attention Parents & Guardians of Students Who Will be in 8th Grade (2026–2027 School Year)!
#HarrisMiddleSchool invites you to an important interest meeting for the annual Spring 2027 Field Trip to Washington, D.C.✨
📅 Date: Tuesday, May 19
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: HMS Library
This meeting is open to:
✔ Students who will be in 8th grade during the 2026–2027 school year in any Bedford County School
✔ Students zoned for a school in Bedford County
If your #student is interested in this exciting opportunity, we strongly encourage you to attend and learn more about the trip details!
We hope to see you there!
#StayInformed #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #WeAreHarris #SoarAboveTheRest #BedfordCountySchools
🎉🍎 IT'S TODAY! Kindergarten Registration Dates Added — Don’t Miss Out!🍎🎉
We’ve had a great response from families, and to help accommodate schedules and give parents additional time, kindergarten registration has been extended! 🍎✏️
Will you have a kindergarten student this fall? Now is the perfect time to get your child registered and ready for an exciting school year ahead!
📌 Registration Dates:
📅 Tuesday, May 19 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, May 20 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Bedford County Schools
📍 500 Madison St.
Please see the graphics or visit the link below for additional registration information: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/prekandkregistration
Questions? Call 931-684-3284 and ask for Kathy Reed.
#WeLoveOurStudents #Education #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
🍎✨ Future educators in action! ✨🍎
Students in the TAP 1 (Teaching As A Profession) program at #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool recently visited University of Tennessee Southern for a campus tour and the opportunity to meet with representatives from the College of Education. #TAP instructor Mrs. Melody Redd, a UT Southern alumna, enjoyed sharing the experience with #students and capturing a photo together on campus. 🎓🧡
In addition to exploring future educational opportunities, TAP 1 and Intro to TAP students have been serving the community by assisting #SouthsideElementarySchool staff and students during field day activities and carnival day. 🎪⭐
The TAP program continues to thrive thanks to the support of schools across the district that provide valuable work-based learning opportunities for students, helping inspire and prepare the next generation of educators. 📚❤️
#CTE #TeachingAsAProfession #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WorkLifeSkills #SCHSLegacy #WhyIChooseBCS #ILovePublicSchools #BedfordCountySchools
🎉🍎 THIS WEEK! Kindergarten Registration Dates Added — Don’t Miss Out!🍎🎉
We’ve had a great response from families, and to help accommodate schedules and give parents additional time, kindergarten registration has been extended! 🍎✏️
Will you have a kindergarten student this fall? Now is the perfect time to get your child registered and ready for an exciting school year ahead!
📌 Registration Dates:
📅 Tuesday, May 19 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, May 20 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Bedford County Schools
📍 500 Madison St.
Please see the graphics or visit the link below for additional registration information: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/prekandkregistration
Questions? Call 931-684-3284 and ask for Kathy Reed.
#WeLoveOurStudents #Education #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
SafeTN is a secure, confidential way to share tips about school safety, threats or concerning behavior. 📱💬
Your voice matters! Whether it’s a tip about a friend, a classmate or something you witnessed, SafeTN helps keep our schools safe and supportive for everyone.
✅ Easy to use
✅ Confidential
✅ Available 24/7
Together, we can protect our #students and school community.
📱Please see the graphic for more information.
#SafeTN #SchoolSafety #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
🏆 LET’S GO, BEDFORD COUNTY! 🏆
It’s STATE TOURNAMENT TIME and our student-athletes need YOUR support!🔥 Grab your school colors, bring your cheers and pack the stands as our teams compete in Murfreesboro on Tuesday, 5/19! See brackets for full schedule.
IMORTANT NOTE: Because Tuesday and Wednesday will be half days so we can support our teams, and there is a possibility that Thursday could be too, please check your school's website and social media for important schedule updates.
🥎 Community Softball (Viqueens) vs Kingston
🕐 1:00 PM | McKnight Park – McKnight Field #3
⚽ Cascade Soccer (Champions) vs Independence Academy
🕓 4:00 PM | Richard Siegel Soccer Complex – Field #1
⚾ Shelbyville Central Baseball (Eagles) vs Ravenwood
🕓 4:00 PM | Siegel High School
⚾ Cascade Baseball (Champions) vs Westview
🕡 6:30 PM | Riverdale High School
Let’s show up BIG, and let our athletes hear Bedford County pride loud and clear! 📣💪
#GoBCS #StateBound #WhyIChooseBCS #ILovePublicSchools #BedfordCountySchools
Happy Speech Pathologist Appreciation Day! 💙
Every word matters. Every voice deserves to be heard. 💬✨
We want to recognize our Speech Pathologists, who work tirelessly across our district to support #students in developing communication skills that last a lifetime. Whether it’s a first word, a clearer sentence or newfound confidence, their impact is deeply felt in every classroom.
We are grateful for your compassion, creativity and commitment to helping every student succeed.
#SpeechPathologistAppreciationDay #WeAppreciateYou #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
Shoutout to our school interventionists! Your commitment to supporting #students and ensuring every learner has what they need to succeed does not go unnoticed. 👏📚
Featured here are Ms. Webb and Ms. Trice, the interventionists at #HarrisMiddleSchool. Thank you for your dedication and hard work during TCAP testing and makeups!
Our interventionists help create a calm, organized and supportive testing environment where students can do their best work. We are grateful for the care and consistency they bring to this important process each day. 🌟✨👏
#WeAppreciateYou #TCAP #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
🎉🍎 Kindergarten Registration Dates Added — Don’t Miss Out!🍎🎉
We’ve had a great response from families, and to help accommodate schedules and give parents additional time, kindergarten registration has been extended! 🍎✏️
Will you have a kindergarten student this fall? Now is the perfect time to get your child registered and ready for an exciting school year ahead!
📌 Registration Dates:
📅 Tuesday, May 19 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, May 20 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Bedford County Schools
📍 500 Madison St.
Please see the graphics or visit the link below for additional registration information: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/prekandkregistration
Questions? Call 931-684-3284 and ask for Kathy Reed.
#WeLoveOurStudents #Education #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
📣 Parents & Caregivers: Skyward Student Information Verification is NOW OPEN!
📝 It only takes about 5 minutes to make sure your child’s information is up to date:
✔️ Emergency contacts
✔️ People authorized to pick up your student (always good to have backups!)
✔️ Address and phone number updates
🔑 Keeping this information current helps ensure your child’s safety and supports smooth communication with the school.
📅 Don’t wait. Log in today and get it done! ✅
If you’re unsure of your Skyward login, please contact your child's school.
👉 Visit the Skyward information page: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/skyward
#StayConnected #StayInformed #StudentSafety #BedfordCountySchools
#HarrisMiddleSchool invites you to an important interest meeting for the annual Spring 2027 Field Trip to Washington, D.C.✨
📅 Date: Tuesday, May 19
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: HMS Library
This meeting is open to:
✔ Students who will be in 8th grade during the 2026–2027 school year in any Bedford County School
✔ Students zoned for a school in Bedford County
If your #student is interested in this exciting opportunity, we strongly encourage you to attend and learn more about the trip details!
We hope to see you there!
#StayInformed #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #WeAreHarris #SoarAboveTheRest #BedfordCountySchools
🎭✨ Ready to take the stage this summer?
The Bedford County Drama Camp, which is for ALL #BedfordCountySchools' rising 3rd through rising 8th graders, returns June 22–26 from 12:00–3:00 PM at #CascadeMiddleSchool, offering a fun-filled week of acting, improv, games and a final performance!
💡 New this year: A two-payment option is available to make registration more convenient for families.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity!
👉Please see the graphic for full details and register here: https://cascadees.bedfordk12tn.com/o/cascadees/forms/bcs-drama-camp-2026.
#DramaCamp #SummerTime #SummerFun #FutureStars #BedfordCountySchools
