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 ONE week away and more than 940 people are already signed up for the 2nd Annual #ConnectedCommunity5K! Not signed up yet? There's still time!⏰
Run or walk and be part of something special as we come together to support #BedfordCountySchools and other important community initiatives. 🏃♂️🏃♀️
👟 Every Bedford County School will have a team, and community teams are welcome too — or you can join as an individual. However you choose to participate, everyone is welcome! #SouthsideElementarySchool is still leading with the biggest team so far!
💐 Bonus: The event will take place Mother’s Day weekend, giving us the perfect opportunity to celebrate moms in a meaningful way. All mothers will be honored on this day! Make plans to participate with your mom, or if she’s no longer with us, walk or run in her memory. 💖
Register here: https://runsignup.com/connectedcommunity5k
#CC5K #BedfordCountyTN #BridgeBedford
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
🌴☀️ CASCADE HIGH SCHOOL SPRING FLING PEP RALLY ☀️🌴
Get ready for a day full of excitement, celebration, and unforgettable memories on May 8th!🎉
We’ll be recognizing our senior athletes, celebrating student achievements, and enjoying all the fun Spring Fling activities including games, food trucks, the school play, and more! 🏆🎭🌭🎯
🎓 Seniors — come make some final memories with your classmates as we celebrate the end of an amazing school year!
This is one day you do NOT want to miss!
🎶 School’s Out for Summer! 🎶
#CascadeHighSchool #SpringFling #SchoolsOutForSummer #CascadeStrong #SeniorMemories #PepRallyFun #OneSchoolOneCommunityOneCascade
Every day, they do so much more than serve meals—they fuel young minds, brighten days with a smile, and truly serve up heroes in our cafeterias. Their hard work, care, and dedication make a lasting impact on our students’ success.
Thank you for all you do to nourish, support and inspire! 🍎🥕
#SchoolLunchHeroDay #BedfordCountySchools
ANNOUNCEMENTS 5/1/26
Lunch for today: 🍔 Cheeseburger, 🍟 Fries, 🥒 Cucumbers with Ranch, 🍊 Orange Slices, 🍌 Banana
America 250 Celebration!
This month, Bedford County Schools is celebrating America’s 250th birthday! 🎉 To join in, Cascade High will feature daily facts and trivia in the morning announcements.
Today’s Fact: Americans are the first—and only—people to walk on the moon! 🌕
Today’s Question: Who was the first American to walk on the Moon?
📧 The first teacher and class period to email Mr. Simmons with the correct answer will get a shoutout in the announcements!
🎉 Happy National Principal’s Day! 🎉
Be sure to let Mrs. Sorrells know how much we appreciate her leadership and dedication to Cascade High!
📣 Student Council Election Results Are In! 📣
The votes are counted and official—congratulations to all of our newly elected leaders! 🎊 We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make through your leadership, ideas, and school spirit.
👏 Thank you to everyone who ran and to all who voted—your voice matters!
Student Council Officers:
President: Malaya Leslie
VP: Caroline Parker
Secretary: Andrew Kyle
Treasurer: Lexi Comstock
Parliamentarian: Carsyn Casey
Class Officers:
Upcoming Seniors:
President: Rylee Belfield
VP: Kyla Pulley
Secretary: Claire Smithson
Treasurer: Caroline Parker
Upcoming Juniors:
President: Lizzie Keele
VP: Bates Brown
Secretary: Jade Tolar
Treasurer: Colton Berry
Upcoming Sophomores:
President: Avarie Davis
VP: Dayvie Sakich
Secretary: Cora Swing
Treasurer: Karly Roberts
Senior Representatives:
Kali Pittman, Elizabeth Weldon, Kara Brooke Adams, Maddi Fabera
Junior Representatives:
Lucie Beasley, Sophia Mastrosimone, Olivia Winnett, Makayla Fisher
At-Large Members:
Cooper Howell, Kaylee Martin, Hailey Perryman, Hannah Nevils, Hayden Zindars, Makenzie Fisher
Sophomore Representatives:
Ellie Yates, Tipton McGee, Brilynn Ludemon, Sadie Story
Let’s make it a great day, Champions! 🖤🧡
Today's question is: Who was the first American to walk on the Moon?
The first teacher and class period to email Mr. Simmons the correct answer will get a shout out in the announcements!
📢Attention Parents & Caregivers!📢
🔔🚨Open Enrollment is NOW open!🚨🔔
🗓️ An open enrollment period of May 1 - 31, 2026, is for parents or caregivers seeking to transfer their child to a school outside of their zoned area for the 2026-2027 school year. Please note that transferring is based on seat availability.
📌Reminder for parents of current students: The online Student Information Form is required to be completed before an Open Enrollment application will be considered.✅
🌐➡️For instructions on how to complete this form, visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/attendance-student-data
To learn more about Open Enrollment, see seat availability and to apply, visit: https://bedfordk12tn.com/openenrollment
#OpenEnrollment #Application #SchoolChoice #Education #BedfordCountySchools
Cascade High School is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the Class of 2026 during Honors Day. This special occasion recognizes students for their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments throughout their high school journey.
Seniors will be honored for receiving scholarships, involvement in school organizations and activities, academic success, and their post-secondary plans as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives.
We are proud of the commitment and excellence shown by this remarkable class and look forward to celebrating their success. Congratulations to the Class of 2026 on all you have achieved and all that lies ahead! 🎉 #CascadeHighSchool #ClassOf2026 #HonorsDay #ChampionPride
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
You care, you listen, and you believe in every single person who walks through the doors at Cascade High School. Your leadership makes a difference each and every day, and we are so grateful for all that you do! #ThankYou #PrincipalsDay
🍎🥪 Today we celebrate our incredible School Lunch Heroes! 💙⭐
From preparing nutritious meals to greeting #students with a smile each day, our school nutrition professionals do so much more than serve lunch. They help care for, support and fuel #student success. 🍎🥕🥛
We are grateful for their dedication, compassion and the positive impact they make across our schools! 👏
Happy School Lunch Hero Day to our amazing school nutrition professionals, whose hard work and care make a difference in the lives of our students every day.🫶
#SchoolLunchHeroDay #ThankYou #SchoolNutrition #WeAreBCS #BedfordCountySchools
Cascade High School proudly presents a play inspired by the works of George Bernard Shaw. Join us for an unforgettable evening as our talented students bring the stage to life!
📅 May 7th @ 7:00 PM
📅 May 8th @ 7:00 PM
📅 May 10th @ 2:00 PM
📅 May 10th @ 7:00 PM
Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic—mark your calendars and come support our performers! 👏🎟️
📢APPLICATIONS OPEN TOMORROW!📢
An open enrollment period of May 1 - 31, 2026, has been announced for parents or caregivers seeking to transfer their child to a school outside of their zoned area for the 2026-2027 school year.
👉Available seats are now posted at:
https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/openenrollment
For current students, the online Student Information Form is required to be completed before your application will be considered. For instructions on how to complete this form, visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/attendance-student-data.
#OpenEnrollment #Application #SchoolChoice #Education #BedfordCountySchools
🚨 UPDATE: Please note a date change as Kindergarten Registration will now take place on two different days at different schools.📢
On May 5, #CartwrightElementarySchool, #CascadeElementarySchool, #LearningWayElementarySchool and #LibertySchool will hold Kindergarten registration at each of their schools, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM.
On May 6, #CommunityElementarySchool, #EakinElementarySchool, #EastSideElementarySchool and #SouthsideElementarySchool will hold Kindergarten registration at each of their schools, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM.
Will you have a pre-k or kindergarten student this fall? ❤️📚 Mark your calendars as Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration are almost here!
Please see the graphics or check the link below for more information.
https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/prekandkregistration
Questions? Call 931-684-3284 and ask for Kim Joyce.
#WeLoveOurStudents #Education #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
Meanwhile, Culinary Arts II students have been mixing cooking with science in a deliciously fun way! 🧪🥕 Through hands-on experiments, students explored how pH affects food by cooking vegetables in neutral, acidic and basic solutions and the colorful results were amazing!
From mastering culinary techniques to discovering the science behind food, students are building real-world skills through creativity, curiosity and collaboration every day. 👩🍳👨🍳
#CTE #CulinaryArts #HandsOnLearning #WalkLikeAChampion #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
📢 ANNOUNCEMENTS 4/29/26 📢
🍽️ Lunch for today: HOT HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH, BAKED BEANS, FRIES, SIDEKICK SLUSHIE, BANANA 🍌
📚 Attention all students enrolled in Mr. Swafford’s classes: If you have had his class during either the fall or spring semester, you need to check your email and complete the RSVP form for the banquet as soon as possible — even if you do not plan to attend. This is important, so don’t wait until the last minute! ⏰
🗳️ Make sure to hop on your BCS app and cast your votes for Student Council officers, class officers, and representatives!
📅 Voting closes Thursday, so don’t wait—make it count today!
💻 Juniors need to be prepared to bring their charged laptop and knowledge of their social security number for a meeting on Friday during Champ Time.
🏀 All of Coach Woodson’s classes will report to the gym today.
📢Attention Parents and Caregivers of New Students to #BedfordCountySchools!📢
Mark your calendars! 🗓️✏️
New #student registration is happening on:
🗓️ July 21, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
📍 All schools across the county (Except BCLA and Thomas Magnet School)!
For the documents you need to bring and other information: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/registration-and-enrollment
Don’t miss this opportunity to enroll your child for the upcoming school year. Let’s start this journey of learning and growth together!📚🌟
#NewStudentRegistration #BackToSchool #EducationMatters
