Parents, #students, educators and community members—mark your calendars! 📌📆Join us at #CommunityHighSchool for an evening dedicated to supporting students as they transition to new programs and opportunities.
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Community High School Library
Learn about exciting programs, get your questions answered and connect with experts. Don’t miss this chance to help guide your #student’s next steps!
➡️Please see the graphic for more information on program details and RSVP instructions.
#SpecialEducation #SupportingStudents #ParentResources #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBCS #BedfordCountySchools
Last week, Neil Watson, Amyia Hines and Lindsay Wiley from #BedfordCountySchools traveled to Alabama A&M University in Huntsville to meet and recruit talented teachers and social workers!
Amyia, a current Alabama A&M Social Work #student and Project Raise Social Work Intern with Bedford County Schools, shared her incredible internship experience and provided insight into Project Raise. 💙
Interested in becoming an intern, employee or learning more about Project Raise?
📞Please call 931-684-3284 and ask to speak with Neil Watson in HR or Lindsay Wiley for school social work or school counseling.
Don’t miss the chance to make a real impact in our schools! ✨
#ProjectRaise #SocialWork #Education #WeAreBCS #BedfordProud
From November 3–7, we celebrate our incredible school psychologists — the caring professionals who help #students grow, learn and thrive every day. 💙
They support academic success, strengthen social-emotional wellness and help create safe, welcoming schools for all.
Join us in saying thank you to our school psychologists for the heart, care and expertise they bring to our students and staff every day! 👏💫
#NationalSchoolPsychologyWeek #SupportingEveryStudent #HelpingStudentsThrive #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
Today, we honor a beautiful tradition that reminds us to celebrate the lives and memories of those who came before us. 🌸
Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a time to reflect, share stories and appreciate the cultural heritage that connects families and communities across generations.🕯️
We’re #BedfordProud to celebrate the diverse traditions that make #BedfordCountySchools so vibrant — and to learn together about the ways different cultures honor life and remembrance. 💛
#DiaDeMuertos #DayOfTheDead #CulturalHeritage #WeAreBCS
What an amazing week celebrating our Vikings and their grandparents! 🥰 Grandparents joined students for lunch, visited classrooms and even got to shop together at the Book Fair. 📚💫
We were thrilled to welcome over 556 grandparents and family members throughout the week — what a turnout! 🎉
Thank you to everyone who helped make this week so special. The love and pride in this school community were truly shining bright! 💕
#VikingsEra #100YearsStrong #GrandparentsWeek #BedfordCountySchools
Wishing our students, staff, and families a fun, safe, and spook-tacular day! 🍬🕸️
Have a fang-tastic Halloween filled with laughter, creativity and lots of treats! 🦇✨
#HappyHalloween #BCSFamily
📢 Need affordable child care before and after school?
The Student Age Care Program (SACP) is available for kindergarten through 8th grade students in Bedford County! 🏫✨
SACP provides a safe, supportive and fun environment for #students after school, with opportunities for learning, enrichment and social connection. 🎨⚽📚
➡️Learn more and find out how to enroll your child here: 🔗 https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/SACP/
We’re proud to offer this program to support our students and families—because every child deserves a safe and engaging place to grow after school. 🌟
#SACP #AfterSchoolProgram #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBCS #BedfordCountySchools
#CommunityMiddleSchool recently celebrated Kindness Day, giving #students the opportunity to spread positivity throughout the school. 🌟
Students shared thoughtful notes at the appreciation station, while the student council left encouraging messages on lockers and around the building.
It was inspiring to see kindness in action and watch the school community come together to celebrate positivity! 💜💛
#KindnessDay #SpreadKindness #WeAreCommunity #SailLikeAViking #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
🌟 Future Concrete Leaders in the Making! 🌟
Jon Huddleston from #MTSU's Concrete Industry Management program recently visited #CommunityHighSchool's JAGTN class, led by Instructor Monica Lewis. He shared fascinating insights about the different types of concrete and the wide range of careers connected to concrete management—from engineering and marketing to even working on NASA projects, like designing a lunar landing pad!
#Students also learned about the many scholarship opportunities available through MTSU’s program. To make the visit even more interactive, Mr. Huddleston gave each #student a yo-yo, showing the value of hands-on activities and encouraging students to engage with one another.
It was a fun and inspiring experience, showing that concrete isn’t just about building—it’s about building a future full of possibilities! 🚀
#MTSU #ConcreteIndustryManagement #100YearsStrong #JAG #JobsForAmericanGraduates #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
Associates from Pinnacle Financial Partners’ Shelbyville, TN branch recently visited #LearningWayElementarySchool’s LEAPs extended learning program for the first time! #Students learned all about financial literacy—including wants vs. needs and the importance of saving money.
Each #student even received a pumpkin piggy bank to take home and start their own savings journey. 🐷🍂
Pinnacle Financial Partners is a valued LEAPs Community Partner, and we greatly appreciate their continued commitment to teaching students about financial literacy at LEAPs sites each year. 💙💛
#FinancialLiteracy #CommunityPartners #LEAPs #TogetherWeLearnWithLEAPs #PNFP #PinnacleFinancialPartners #BedfordCountySchools
Honoring Ed Gray - a Legacy of Learning and Leadership
Today, we remember and honor the life of Mr. Ed Gray, a remarkable educator and leader who dedicated more than 45 years to education, including Bedford County Schools. From teacher to principal, supervisor, assistant superintendent, and finally superintendent, he devoted his entire career to nurturing students, supporting educators and strengthening our community.
Education wasn’t just his profession — it was his passion and life’s calling. His commitment to excellence, compassion for others, and vision for the future of our schools left an enduring mark on countless lives. Though he retired in 2011, his influence continues to be felt by many because of his leadership.
Rest in peace, Mr. Gray, and thank you for your lifetime of service and dedication.
#BedfordCountySchools
💙 Partnership makes progress possible!🩵
#EakinElementarySchool recently held student-led parent teacher conferences and had an incredible 78.7% of families attend! Students took the spotlight, sharing their learning goals, progress and proudest moments with their families. ✨
Student-led conferences have truly transformed how families engage with the school. With #students taking charge of sharing their progress, data and goals, conversations become more meaningful — and students gain a deeper sense of pride in their growth. 💬💙
"None of this would have been possible without the incredible efforts of teachers, who thoughtfully prepared students and created the conditions for success," commented Eakin Principal Meredith Gilliland. "Teachers worked tirelessly to connect with parents in person or by phone, sent home reminders and ensured that ELL, SPED, Speech, and translators were included to support every student’s needs." 🌟
Thank you to our amazing students, families and staff for making this event such a powerful celebration of learning and connection! 🙌
#StudentLeadership #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #EakinEinsteins #LetsGlow #BedfordCountySchools
The #CascadeHighSchool Interact Club is proud to have launched the first-ever Elementary Interact Club this year! 🙌
At the kickoff meeting, 4th & 5th grade members from #CascadeElementarySchool rolled up their sleeves to create thank you cards and handmade crafts for the veterans who will be honored at the CES Veterans Day program this November.✨
#Students are leading with kindness and inspiring the next generation of service-minded leaders!🧡🖤
#InteractClub #LeadershipInAction #WhereChampionsAreMade #RaisingTheBar #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
#ThomasMagnetSchool recently hosted a blood drive in partnership with the #AmericanRedCross, collecting an impressive 23 life-saving products in just one day! 🩸✨
This effort shows the incredible impact a community can make when it comes together. Each donation has the potential to save multiple lives, and the generosity demonstrated during this blood drive is truly inspiring.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated—your support helps give the gift of life! 💪💖
#BloodDrive #GiveBloodGiveLife #CommunityHeroes #SaveALife #CpmmunitySupport #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
💜💚 Renaissance Spirit Shines at Southside Elementary! 🦎💜💚
What an exciting day at #SouthsideElementarySchool! Recently, #students came together for a Renaissance House Rally full of celebration, encouragement and school pride.🎉👏
The event recognized students for their hard work, positive attitudes and accomplishments so far this school year. 🏆📚From cheers and smiles to creative activities and spirited moments, the rally was a true reflection of the pride and positive energy in the school! 💜💚
Events like this remind us how important it is to celebrate success, lift each other up and continue building a strong, supportive school community.🏫🤝
#JostensRenaissance #StudentSuccess #BoldBraveBrilliant #LearningIsOurSuperpower #BedfordCountySchools
⏰ Kickoff: 12:30 PM (CT)
📍 Matchup: vs. Merrol Hyde @ Chattanooga Christian School
🌟 Spotlight Player: We also want to recognize sophomore Lexi Comstock who has been named one of the TSSAA Soccer Championship Players to Watch! With 29 goals this season, Lexi has shown incredible skill, dedication and leadership on the field. To read more about Lexi’s achievements, please visit: ➡️https://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/10/27/tssaa-soccer-state-tournament-tickets-top-players-2025-championships/86841355007/
📣 Don’t miss a moment: Fans who can’t attend in person can watch the game LIVE on NFHS Network 🎥
🔗https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/tssaa/gam9011e6fa21
Let’s come together as a community to celebrate Cascade High School girls soccer and cheer them on as they take on this exciting challenge! ⚽🖤🧡
#GoCascade #CascadeSoccer #StateBound #TSSAA #WalkLikeAChampion #BedfordCountySchools
The cast of the #SmokestackTheatreGroup from #CommunityHighSchool is bringing something brand new to the stage this fall! 🎬
Don’t miss the world premiere of Gazebo Stays, an original production written by instructor Tony Davis and performed by CHS #students.
📅 Dates: Friday & Saturday, November 14 & 15, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Community High School
📌#MarkYourCalendars! Don’t miss a night of creativity and community theatre with these talented #student performers. 🌟
#FineArts #SupportTheArts #100YearsStrong #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
#Students kicked off fall break with a spooktacular pumpkin experiment! They carved pumpkins and then combined baking soda, crayons, soap and vinegar to create a colorful, fizzy eruption that made the pumpkins come alive! 🧪💥
Science + creativity + fall vibes = a perfect start to the season! 🍂🕸️
#SACPFun #PumpkinExperiment #FallFun #SpookyScience #BedfordCountySchools
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 and teachers! 🌮❤️
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/HowToGiveBackToMySchool/.
#SupportOurSchools #EatForACause #DosBros #CommunityInvolvement #Generous #BedfordCountySchools
🩺🚑✨From Classroom to Career: Health Students Shine✨🚑🩺
Students in Instructor Kaycee Martin’s Health Science Education class at #CommunityHighSchool recently brought their career exploration to life with a HOSA Health Career Display challenge. 🎓💡
Judged by CTE Supervisor Lori Sexton, Principal Dr. Ralston, Assistant Principal Dr. Bowling, Dean of Students Coach Tyre and Graduation Coach Mrs. Lemmons, #students presented their chosen health careers, sharing required #education, salary expectations and what inspired them to pursue the field.
The project helped students develop teamwork 🤝, communication 🗣️ and project management skills 📋 while discovering exciting possibilities within the healthcare industry🚑🩺. 👏
#HOSA #HealthScience #FutureHealthcareLeaders #CareerExploration #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #100YearsStrong #BedfordCountySchools
