Today we celebrate the amazing school nurses across #BedfordCountySchools who show up every day with compassion, expertise and heart. #ThankYou for caring for our #students, supporting our staff and helping keep our schools healthy, safe and ready to learn.👏
We appreciate all that you do!🫶
#SchoolNurseAppreciationDay #CaringForOurStudents #HealthCareHeroes #BedfordProud
✨🌍Happy Interpreter Appreciation Day!🌍✨
Today, we honor the incredible interpreters who bridge the gap between languages and cultures, ensuring everyone can be heard and understood. 🌟 Whether it's in the classroom, at events or within the community, interpreters play a vital role in bringing people together.
#ThankYou for the amazing work you do every day to support our #students, families and staff! 🙌💬
#InterpreterAppreciationDay #BridgingCultures #LanguageMatters #CommunityConnection #BedfordCountySchools
📢It's TODAY!📢
🚨 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 held 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.
👉Please see the graphics or visit 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
We recently had the honor of recognizing our incredible support staff at the Support Staff of the Year Celebration! 💪🌟 It was a wonderful celebration filled with gratitude, laughter and well-deserved recognition for those who go above and beyond every single day.
🏆 #Congratulations to this year’s award recipients! Your hard work and dedication inspire us all, and we’re proud to celebrate all that you do.
🙏 #ThankYou to everyone who helped make this event so special, and to those who joined us in showing support and appreciation. It truly meant a lot.
📸To see all the photos from the event, visit: www.bedfordk12tn.com/photoalbums
#SupportStaffOfTheYear #WeAppreciateYou #MakingADifference #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
🗓️ Date: May 7th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Location: #HarrisMiddleSchool
📣Attention, parents!📣 Our next Parent University session is just around the corner, and this one focuses on how to prepare for high school.
Learn what it means for your child to navigate high school successfully, grow independence, maintain balance and get ready for college and careers.
🏆 Knowledge is power, and your involvement matters!💡💪
📢 Spread the Word! See you there! 👋
#ParentUniversity #FutureSuccess #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #BedfordCountySchools
📢It's TODAY!📢
🚨 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
Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible educators who inspire curiosity, nurture growth and shape the future of our #students every single day. Your dedication, compassion and unwavering commitment make a lasting difference in countless lives across our schools.
We are truly grateful for all that you do today and every day. 💛
Let’s celebrate our educators by showing appreciation and saying thank you today!
#TeacherAppreciationDay #ThankYouTeachers #WeLoveOurTeachers #MakingADifference #BedfordCountySchools
🚨 No School Tomorrow for Students! 🚨
Friendly reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow as it is Staff Development and Election Day.
📚 Our teachers and staff will be hard at work learning and growing to better support our #students while our community takes part in an important day at the polls. 🗳️
We’ll see all students back, refreshed and ready to learn on Wednesday!👊
#NoSchool #StaffDevelopment #ElectionDay #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
Your attention and action can make all the difference. Whether it's something that seems unusual or a situation that just feels wrong — speak up. 💪
Let’s be the eyes and ears of our community. #Together, we keep each other safe. 💚
#SeeSay #ProtectYourEveryDay #BedfordCountySchools
This week, we proudly celebrate the heart of our schools, our incredible teachers.
Every lesson planned, every word of encouragement, every moment of patience and care helps shape the future of our #students. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and we are deeply grateful for the difference you make every single day. 💛
#ThankYou for inspiring, supporting and believing in our #students. We appreciate you today and always!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankYouTeachers #InspiringYoungMinds #WeLoveOurTeachers #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
🎭✨ 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
📅📌 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
#BedfordCountySchools is honored to share that Meredith Gilliland, principal of #EakinElementarySchool, has been named a Regional Semi-Finalist for the 2026–27 Principal of the Year Award by the Tennessee Department of Education.
This recognition highlights an exceptional group of educators across Tennessee whose dedication, #leadership and impact set them apart. Mrs. Gilliland exemplifies these qualities through her commitment to #student success, support for staff and dedication to building a strong school community.
We are incredibly proud of Mrs. Gilliland for this well-deserved honor and grateful for the leadership and commitment she brings to Eakin and the community each day.
👏 Please join us in congratulating her on this outstanding achievement!
#Congratulations #ExcellenceInEducation #EakinEinsteins #LovedSeenheard #BedfordProud
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
🎣 "Cops & Bobbers" 2026: A Day to Remember! 🎣
Recently, a group of exceptional fifth graders from across the district had the unique opportunity to participate in the Cops & Bobbers event out by the water on a perfect spring day. 🌞🐟 With fishing poles in hand and excitement in the air, the #students experienced a day filled with fun, learning and meaningful community connections.
#BedfordCountySchools extends a heartfelt thank you to all of the amazing sponsors for the event: Bedford County EMA, Bedford County Fire Department, Bedford County Sheriff's Office, Cooper Steel, the David Coffee Family, First Community Bank, Local Transfer LLC, Palmer Foods, Palmetto Properties LLC, Rowdy Ranch, Shelbyville Fire Department, Shelbyville Police Benevolence Association, Shelbyville Police Department, Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Tyson, Wal-Mart and Woodruff Realty.
Your generosity and support made this event possible and ensured a smooth, impactful experience for everyone involved. 💙
We are so grateful for all the community partners, volunteers and educators who helped guide, mentor and cheer on our young anglers. We couldn’t have done it without you, and you made this day truly special by fostering a supportive and memorable environment. 🙌✨
📸💫To see more photos from the event, check out all the photos here: www.bedfordk12tn.com/photoalbums
#CopsAndBobbers2026 #FishingFun #ThankYou #CommunityInvolvement #MakingMemories #WeAreBedford #BedfordProud
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
