💚See Something. Say Something.📢
#Student safety is a top priority at #BedfordCountySchools, and reporting suspicious activity is a key part of that. 🔎
If you notice something unusual, something concerning or something that just doesn’t feel right, don’t ignore it. Speak up. Sharing what you see could help prevent a situation before it happens.💪
🔎See something.
📢 Say something.
💚 Your voice can protect a life.
#BeAware #YourVoiceMatters #SeeSomethingSaySomething #StrongerTogether #WeAreBedford
🏊♀️🏊♂️ 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
#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
✨📣 Good News Worth Sharing! 📣✨
There’s so much good happening across #BedfordCountySchools! From #student achievements and classroom successes to staff celebrations and incredible community support, every month brings new stories worth celebrating. 🎉📚👏
📰 Want to see the good news? Visit our Good News section to check out our monthly reports and see highlights from all of our schools across the district!
👉 Read the latest Good News: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/good-news
There’s always something good to celebrate! ✨
#GoodNews #BetterTogether #WeAreBCS #BCSFamilies
🔔One More Chance 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. 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
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. 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
✨A Proud Tradition✨
At last night's school board meeting, Charlotte Hamilton from #EakinElementarySchool proudly led the pledge of allegiance.
👏 #ThankYou for representing your school so well and for participating in this special tradition. Your involvement helps begin each board meeting in a meaningful way while highlighting the wonderful #students across our district.
🌟 We appreciate Charlotte for helping make the evening so special. Our district is proud of you!
#BoardOfEducation #EakinEinsteins #BedfordProud #ILovePublcSchools #BedfordCountySchools
💙📚 Empowering Families, Supporting Student Success! 📚💙
Recently, an ESL Parent Conference was held at #CommunityElementarySchool, bringing families together to learn more about their children’s ELPA21 scores and discover ways to support continued English language growth.🌟
Families received helpful resources to take home, including practice sentences, learning materials and information about upcoming opportunities for parents and #students. 📖📝
Most importantly, the event highlighted the power of family involvement. We are grateful to the ESL parents who took the time to attend, learn, ask questions and play an active role in their children’s education. Their support makes a meaningful difference! 💙
A special #ThankYou goes to Dunkin’ Donuts for generously providing coffee and donuts ☕🍩 and to Mrs. Kathy Reed, Elementary Instructional & ESL Supervisor, for joining the event and supporting our families.
When schools and families work together, students have even more opportunities to grow, thrive and succeed! 🌎✨
#BCSFamilies #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #TogetherWeGrow #BedfordCountySchools
Recently, an ESL Parent Conference was held at #CommunityElementarySchool, bringing families together to learn more about their children’s ELPA21 scores and discover ways to support continued English language growth.🌟
Families received helpful resources to take home, including practice sentences, learning materials and information about upcoming opportunities for parents and #students. 📖📝
Most importantly, the event highlighted the power of family involvement. We are grateful to the ESL parents who took the time to attend, learn, ask questions and play an active role in their children’s education. Their support makes a meaningful difference! 💙
A special #ThankYou goes to Dunkin’ Donuts for generously providing coffee and donuts ☕🍩 and to Mrs. Kathy Reed, Elementary Instructional & ESL Supervisor, for joining the event and supporting our families.
When schools and families work together, students have even more opportunities to grow, thrive and succeed! 🌎✨
#BCSFamilies #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #TogetherWeGrow #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
📢 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
🏫💬 Another Town Hall, Another Opportunity to Listen & Look Ahead💬 🏫
Recently, families and community members gathered at #CascadeHighSchool for another Town Hall with Superintendent Tim Harwell. The evening provided an opportunity to hear more about his vision for #BedfordCountySchools and to ask questions about the experiences and opportunities available to students.
📚 Discussions covered a wide range of topics, including early identification and support for dyslexia, intervention services, high school supports, student transportation and bus schedules, school safety, CTE opportunities and leadership continuity.
Community members also shared questions and ideas surrounding technology, school partnerships and additional opportunities that could support students.
These conversations are an important part of looking at what is working, identifying opportunities for growth and continuing to put the needs of #students and families at the forefront.
🗣️ There is one more opportunity to meet with the superintendent and be part of the conversation! Join us:
Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, 6:00 - 7:00 PM, Harris Middle School Library
#TownHall #OurStudentsOurFuture #WhyIChooseBCS #ILovePublicSchools
✈️ 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
🌟🌾 A National Honor for Cascade High School FFA! 🌾🌟
Big #Congratulations to the #CascadeHighSchool FFA chapter on being named a three-star chapter in the 2026 National Chapter Award Program by the National FFA Organization!🧡🖤
This recognition places the Cascade High FFA among an elite group of chapters nationwide, with fewer than 10% of FFA chapters earning a star ranking. ⭐
Through leadership development, community involvement and agricultural education, this chapter continues to provide meaningful experiences that help #students grow as leaders, serve their community and strengthen the future of #agriculture. 🌱👏
We are proud to celebrate this incredible achievement and the hard work of the students, advisors and supporters who helped make it possible! 🎉
#FFA #CTE #WalkLikeAChampion #CascadeLegacy #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
Big #Congratulations to the #CascadeHighSchool FFA chapter on being named a three-star chapter in the 2026 National Chapter Award Program by the National FFA Organization!🧡🖤
This recognition places the Cascade High FFA among an elite group of chapters nationwide, with fewer than 10% of FFA chapters earning a star ranking. ⭐
Through leadership development, community involvement and agricultural education, this chapter continues to provide meaningful experiences that help #students grow as leaders, serve their community and strengthen the future of #agriculture. 🌱👏
We are proud to celebrate this incredible achievement and the hard work of the students, advisors and supporters who helped make it possible! 🎉
#FFA #CTE #WalkLikeAChampion #CascadeLegacy #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
🎉🦅 A Great Start for New Eagles! 🦅🎉
Starting a new school year is exciting, especially when you’re joining a new school community! 📚✨ #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool recently welcomed its newest teachers and staff with a special new teacher and new hire shower filled with SCHS spirit, thoughtful gifts and a fun introduction to eagle nation! 💛💙🦅
Check out the video HERE!
One of the highlights of the celebration was a tradition that gave each new team member the opportunity to leave their mark on the school by signing a special mural, with the SCHS Band leading the way! 🎶🥁
We are proud to welcome these new members to the SCHS team and look forward to seeing the impact they make throughout the school year! 🌟🍎
#WelcomeToTheTeam #SCHSLegacy #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
⚖️ From the Classroom to the Courtroom! ⚖️
The #CriminalJustice Program at #CommunityHighSchool is bringing hands-on learning to a whole new level! The program recently added a fully functional courtroom, giving students an immersive opportunity to gain real-world experience.
Through this new space, #students will have the opportunity to conduct preliminary hearings, grand juries and criminal trials. This unique experience brings classroom learning to life and gives students a firsthand look at the world of criminal justice. 👩⚖️👨⚖️📚
What an incredible opportunity for students to learn by doing! 👏
#CTE #HandsOnLearning #BattleReady #WhyIChooseBCS #ILovePublicSchools #BedfordCountySchools
The #CriminalJustice Program at #CommunityHighSchool is bringing hands-on learning to a whole new level! The program recently added a fully functional courtroom, giving students an immersive opportunity to gain real-world experience.
Through this new space, #students will have the opportunity to conduct preliminary hearings, grand juries and criminal trials. This unique experience brings classroom learning to life and gives students a firsthand look at the world of criminal justice. 👩⚖️👨⚖️📚
What an incredible opportunity for students to learn by doing! 👏
#CTE #HandsOnLearning #BattleReady #WhyIChooseBCS #ILovePublicSchools #BedfordCountySchools
🌟 High Expectations + High Supports = Greater Student Success! 🌟
Recently at BCS Kickoff, Dr. John Lando Carter, Professor of Education in the Middle Tennessee State University College of Education, led two professional development sessions focused on the powerful connection between high expectations and high supports for #students.
The sessions received excellent feedback from participants and provided valuable insight and strategies to carry into the new school year. 📚✨
A big #ThankYou to MTSU College of Education for helping equip our educators with meaningful tools and strategies to support #student success! 💙💛
#MTSU #ProfessionalDevelopment #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #BedfordCountySchools
Recently at BCS Kickoff, Dr. John Lando Carter, Professor of Education in the Middle Tennessee State University College of Education, led two professional development sessions focused on the powerful connection between high expectations and high supports for #students.
The sessions received excellent feedback from participants and provided valuable insight and strategies to carry into the new school year. 📚✨
A big #ThankYou to MTSU College of Education for helping equip our educators with meaningful tools and strategies to support #student success! 💙💛
#MTSU #ProfessionalDevelopment #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #BedfordCountySchools
🎉🎒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
📚✏️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
🎒📚 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
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
📢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
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
🔟✨ 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
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
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
