Bedford County Schools

🎉🎒What an Amazing Night!🎒🎉

We want to send a huge THANK YOU to everyone who made our Start Strong Family Night a success, our incredible community partners, dedicated staff and volunteers, and all the families who joined us! 💛

From school supplies to helpful services and resources, the evening was filled with smiles, connections and excitement for the year ahead. We are so grateful for the teamwork and community spirit that made it all possible. 📚✨

📊 Here are a few stats from the incredible evening!

🤝 53 community partners participated

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 300+ attended

💉 78 vaccines were given by the Bedford County Health Department

📸➡️To see more photos from the event, please visit:
www.bedfordk12tn.com/photoalbums

Together, we’re starting the school year ready, connected and strong! 💪🎒

#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #BedfordCountySchools

9 days ago, Bedford County Schools

There are four children posing for a group picture in the gym of a school with some holding green and purple bags and wearing yellow hats.

There is a child in the photo who is getting a shot from a nurse.

There are three children in this photo each holding up a funny photo prop along withe superintendent who is also holding up one.

There is a woman sitting at a table that has a blue table cloth with toys sitting on top of it. There are also people in the background.

There is a family getting hotdogs from other people who are serving them up.

There is a baby sitting in a stroller beside a little girl who is holding up snacks while both are wearing yellow hats.

A man is holding up his shirt sleeve as he receives a shot from a woman in his arm.

The superintendent is posed for a group picture with seven children who are all holding a funny photo prop as they all stand in front of a backdrop that has school logos.

This is a photo of the gym and many of the community partners and all of the people who were there attending the event.

This is a picture of a man from the radio station who is talking to a woman and her children at his table.

📚✏️Investing in Students, Supporting Success!✏️📚

A big #ThankYou to Cooper Steel for supporting students across #BedfordCountySchools! 👏

Cooper Steel generously purchased basic, back-to-school supplies for over 1,800 students at #CartwrightElementarySchool, #EakinElementarySchool, #EastSideElementarySchool and #LearningWayElementarySchool! 🎒✏️📚

These supplies are helping #students have the tools they need to learn, grow and succeed throughout the school year.🌟

We are grateful for #CommunityPartners like Cooper Steel who invest in our students and are helping to make a positive difference in our schools and communities!🫶

#Generous #CommunitySupport #CooperSteel #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford

9 days ago, Bedford County Schools

This is a picture of five students who are all posed for a group picture in the hallway of their school and each are holding up school supplies they received.

This is a picture of two students who are posed for a group picture in the hallway of their school and each are holding up school supplies they received.

This is a picture of four students who are all posed for a group picture in the hallway of their school and each are holding up school supplies they received.

This is a picture of three students who are all posed for a group picture in the hallway of their school and each are holding up school supplies they received.

🎒📚 Ready to Learn, Ready to Succeed!

A huge #ThankYou to Forge & Build for making a difference at #HarrisMiddleSchool! Their generous donation included 36 fully stocked backpacks for #students, along with an abundance of additional school supplies for teachers to use in their classrooms. ✏️📝

These supplies will help students feel prepared and give teachers additional resources to support learning throughout the school year.

Thank you, Forge & Build, for investing in our students, teachers and classrooms! 💙💛

#Generous #CommunitySupport #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreHarris #BedfordCountySchools

10 days ago, Bedford County Schools

This is a group picture where everyone is either holding a backpack or school supplies that were donated by Forge & Build. They are standing in the hallway in front of a large banner that says "Harris Eagles".

There are two people posed for a picture in the hallway in front of the large banner that says "Harris Eagles" and they are each holding backpacks while one is also holding a box of school supplies. Backpacks are on the ground around them.

📢It's TONIGHT! Join us at the Cascade High School Library! 📢

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.

📍 Aug. 18 – Cascade High School Library – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Aug. 24 – 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

10 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Town Hall Meeting graphic for Upcoming Meetings

🔟✨ Building Math Skills, One Ten at a Time! ✨🔟

Second grade students at #CascadeElementarySchool are building their math skills in Mrs. McKinney’s class as they practice using ten frames to make a ten! 🧮

This strategy helps #students add quickly and accurately while building a strong understanding of numbers and addition. Way to go, mathematicians! 👏📚💡

#LearningInAction #MakingMathFun #TogetherWeLearn #WhereChampionsAreMade #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools

10 days ago, Bedford County Schools

There is a student sitting at a desk while he is working on solving a math problem.

There are two students sitting at a desk while they are working on solving a math problem.

There are four students sitting at a desk while they are working on solving a math problem.

Investing in Students & Their Futures! 🎓🛠️

A big #ThankYou to Vulcan Materials for supporting #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool by treating staff to a Chick-fil-A breakfast during a recent In-Service Day and committing $2,000 to support Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) dual-enrollment students! 👏

This generous contribution will help provide #students with important hands-on supplies, including gloves, boots, safety glasses, sand pads and other materials needed for their TCAT experience.

Support from community partners like Vulcan Materials helps ensure students have the tools and resources they need to learn, grow and prepare for their futures. We appreciate Vulcan Materials for supporting SCHS and helping provide students with the tools they need to succeed! 💙👏

#CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #CTE #SCHSLegacy #BedfordCountySchools

10 days ago, Bedford County Schools

There are several people standing in the library around a table that has food on it from Chic-fil-A.

There are two women standing in the library about to pour coffee into cups from Chic-fil-A.

This is a picture of two people who are sitting at a table in the library eating breakfast while other people are also sitting at tables in the background.

This is a picture of five people who are sitting at a table in the library eating breakfast while other people are also sitting at tables in the background.

This is a picture of the table that contains the food and drinks in the library.

📣 Attention Parents & Guardians of Students Who Will Be in 8th Grade (2026–2027 School Year)!

#HarrisMiddleSchool is excited to offer an incredible opportunity for #students to travel to Washington, D.C. March 29 – April 2, 2027 for an unforgettable educational experience filled with history, exploration and lasting memories.

This opportunity 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, 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

11 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Washington D.C. Field Trip Graphic to Promote Signing Up

🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️ Ready to Make a Splash? Join the Bedford County Swim Team! 🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️

#Students interested in joining the Bedford County Swim Team are invited to attend the 2026–2027 information meeting to learn more about the upcoming season!

📅 Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Shelbyville Recreation Center Meeting Rooms

The team welcomes swimmers from Bedford County middle and high schools! Come meet the coaches, learn more about the team and get ready for another exciting season in the pool! 🌊

🏊 New swimmer tryouts and the first practice for returning swimmers will be Tuesday, September 8. Practices are held Monday–Thursday from 3:45–5:15 PM at the Shelbyville Recreation Center.

➡️Please see the graphic for more details.

#StudentAtheletes #SwimTeam #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools

12 days ago, Bedford County Schools

This is a blue graphic about a BCS swim team info meeting.

🔔Two More Chances to Meet with Our Superintendent!🔔

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.

📍 Aug. 18 – Cascade High School Library – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Aug. 24 – 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

13 days ago, Bedford County Schools

🎒💙 Backpacks of Hope for Bedford County Students! 💙🎒

We are so grateful for the incredible generosity of Corey Buckner and House of Hope – Foster Closet for donating Backpacks of Hope to #BedfordCountySchools to support children in foster care.

These backpacks are filled with the best — all-new items — because every child deserves to receive the very best! ❤️

House of Hope – Foster Closet reminds us that this is “A Ministry of Always Endure,” and we are thankful to have #CommunityPartners who live out that message through kindness, compassion and generosity.

We are excited about this partnership and deeply grateful for the love and support House of Hope is showing Bedford County students. Thank you for helping us make sure every child knows they are seen, valued and supported! 🌟

#BackpacksOfHope #HouseOfHope #EveryChildMatters #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #ILovePublicSchools

13 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Backpack Donation for Foster Children from Backpacks for Hope

📱 App Update: Rooms Temporarily Unavailable

We apologize for any inconvenience, but the Rooms section of the Bedford County Schools TN app is temporarily unavailable due to technical issues related to our student information system conversion.

At this time, the issue primarily affects messaging for extracurricular activities, including athletics. Academic classroom Rooms have not yet been set up as we continue working through the conversion process.

We appreciate your patience, understanding, and flexibility as we work to get everything back up and running. Thank you for your continued support of #BedfordCountySchools! 💙

13 days ago, Bedford County Schools

BCS TN App temporarily down in the Rooms section of the app due to the student information system conversion

A Great Morning of Support!🤝🍎

During yesterday’s principal meeting, First Community Bank provided breakfast for our principals and took time to connect with them about the FCB School Spirit Debit Card Program!📚🌟

During the meeting, First Community Bank shared updates to the program and highlighted the ways it continues to support our schools. Opportunities like this are a great reminder of the important role community businesses play in supporting our #students and schools.🤝

Thank you, First Community Bank, for investing in our schools and finding ways to make a positive impact on our students and communities!

#ThankYou #CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools

14 days ago, Bedford County Schools

There are four people who are all posed for a group picture in the hallway.

There are several people in the hallway of a building where there is a table that has food on it.

This is a table that has food and drinks on it.

This is a table that has water bottles and books on it.

This is a picture of the superintendent who is speaking to the principals with a large screen behind him that says "School Spirit Debit Card Program".

This is a picture of two people who are standing in front of a crowd who are all seated at tables.

📢 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

14 days ago, Bedford County Schools

🎉💛 Celebrating a Wonderful Kindergarten Open House! 💛🎉

Kindergarten Open House was recently held at #CascadeElementarySchool, giving students and families a wonderful opportunity to visit their new school, meet teachers and classmates and begin building connections that will help make this year special! 📚✨

Strong family-school relationships from the very beginning help create a foundation for learning, growth and success. ❤️

#ThankYou to all of the kindergarten families who came together for this special event and helped make it such a success! We’re excited to see all that this new group of students will accomplish throughout the school year! 🎒🌟

#KindergartenReady #FutureIsBright #ChampionStrong #CascadeChampions #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools

14 days ago, Bedford County Schools

There are two adults and two children who are all sitting in chairs near a table in classroom.

There are six people in this picture who are all posed for a group picture in a classroom.

There are four people in this picture who are all posed for a group picture in the hallway of the school.

There are three people in this picture who are all posed for a group picture in the hallway of the school.

There is one person who is sitting in chair near a table in classroom while the other person is standing beside her.

There are four people in this picture who are all posed for a group picture in a classroom.

There are two little girls who are posed for a picture in the hallway by a sign that says "Hello Kindergarten".

There is an adult and a child who are sitting in chairs at a table in a classroom.

There are six people in this picture who are all posed for a group picture in the hallway in front of a balloon arch and small folding sign.

🏡📌 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

14 days ago, Bedford County Schools

🍎🥛 Healthy Meals Help Students Learn! 📚✨

Children need nutritious meals to learn, grow and thrive. That’s why #BedfordCountySchools is sharing important information about free and reduced-price meals available through the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program.

Through a USDA provision, all students can participate in the school nutrition program as meals are provided at no charge to students. Meals follow USDA nutrition guidelines to help ensure #students have access to healthy, balanced options each school day. 🥗🍎

#HealthyMeals #SchoolMeals #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #ILovePublicSchools

15 days ago, Bedford County Schools

This is a picture of a public release that was put out about free breakfast and lunches for students in the district.

🎉 Top 10 Reasons to Attend Start Strong Family Night...Join Us Tonight! 🎉

⭐ Reason #10: Free Scent Kits from the Bedford County EMA 🚨

Today's the day! Be sure to stop by the Bedford County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) table and acquire your very own Scent Kit!

These free kits are designed to help preserve a person's scent for up to 10 years and could assist emergency personnel in identifying a person during an emergency situation.

It's a unique resource available to families attending Start Strong Family Night and just one more reason you won't want to miss this event!

💉 Need required Tennessee school vaccinations? The Health Department will be available during Start Strong Family Night to provide required vaccines for Pre-K, Kindergarten, 7th grade and any other #students who still need required immunizations.

Start Strong Family Night - for ALL BCS families!
📍Harris Middle School
📅TODAY, August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

🎒 We can't wait to see Bedford County Schools students and families there!

#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #HarrisMiddleSchool #BedfordCountySchools

15 days ago, Bedford County Schools

This is a Start Strong Family Night graphic about the Bedford County EMA and how they will have scent kits available for those who come to their table.

Start Strong Family Night Graphic in English

Start Strong Family Night Graphic in Spanish

🎉🎒IT'S TONIGHT!🎒🎉

Join us for the Start Strong Family Night at #HarrisMiddleSchool TONIGHT, Thursday, August 13 from 4:30–6:30 PM!

📚✨ This back-to-school event is open to all Bedford County Schools families and packed with resources, fun and giveaways from our amazing local community partners! From school supplies to helpful services and info, there’s something for everyone.

🎒 Let’s come together to kick off the new school year the right way. Ready, connected and strong!

📍 Harris Middle School
🗓 August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Don’t miss it!

#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #BedfordCountySchools

15 days ago, Bedford County Schools

🌯🎉 School Spirit That Makes a Difference! 🎉🌯

#BedfordCountySchools wants to send a huge shoutout to DosBros Fresh Mexican Grill for donating $2,503.62 to our schools through last year’s Spirit Days! 👊

For 16 weeks, families came together to enjoy a meal, show their school spirit and support their schools. That support added up to an incredible contribution across the district!

We are grateful to DosBros for investing in our schools and #students. We appreciate your generosity and continued support of our school communities! 🌯🎉

Great food. Great school spirit. Great community support.

#ThankYou #Generous #CommunityPartner #BedfordProud #WeAreBedford

15 days ago, Bedford County Schools

This is a picture of two people who are both holding envelopes standing side by side in front of a standing graphic.

🏫💬 Another Night of Conversation, Questions & Looking Ahead

Last night, families and community members gathered at #LibertySchool for another Town Hall with Superintendent Tim Harwell. He shared more about his background and experience, discussed the importance of public schools and serving our #students, and shared his vision for the future of #BedfordCountySchools.

🎯 Three key goals were highlighted:
📚 Increase early literacy so students are reading on grade level by 3rd grade;
📈 Improve academic performance in middle schools;
🎓 Expand CTE and dual enrollment opportunities to strengthen college and career readiness.

The conversation also included questions about faith-based items in schools, future growth and a future high school near Liberty School, along with discussions about the district’s budget and planning for the future.

Most importantly, these Town Halls are providing an opportunity for families and community members to ask questions, share their perspectives and be part of the conversation about the future of our schools.

🗣️ There are still two more opportunities to meet Mr. Harwell! Check out the graphic for the remaining dates and locations and join us for the conversation!

#TownHall #OurStudentsOurFuture #WhyIChooseBCS #ILovePublicSchools

15 days ago, Bedford County Schools

This is a picture of several people all sitting down at tables in the lunchroom as the superintendent speaks to them.

This is the graphic for the town hall meetings that are coming up.

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