🎉 Top 10 Reasons to Attend Start Strong Family Night...to Be Continued! 🎉
⭐ Reason #4: Free Food! 🌭🥤
Come hungry! A few of our community partners will be providing FREE food during Start Strong Family Night while supplies last!
🌭 First United Methodist Church will be providing hot dogs.
🥤 First Christian Church will be providing chips and waters.
It's just one more reason to stop by, connect with helpful resources and enjoy an evening with the #BedfordCountySchools community!
💉 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.
📋 See the graphic for additional details.
Start Strong Family Night
📍Harris Middle School
📅August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
One more great reason to join us as we kick off the new school year strong! 🎒📚
#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #HarrisMiddleSchool #BedfordCountySchools
⭐ Reason #4: Free Food! 🌭🥤
Come hungry! A few of our community partners will be providing FREE food during Start Strong Family Night while supplies last!
🌭 First United Methodist Church will be providing hot dogs.
🥤 First Christian Church will be providing chips and waters.
It's just one more reason to stop by, connect with helpful resources and enjoy an evening with the #BedfordCountySchools community!
💉 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.
📋 See the graphic for additional details.
Start Strong Family Night
📍Harris Middle School
📅August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
One more great reason to join us as we kick off the new school year strong! 🎒📚
#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #HarrisMiddleSchool #BedfordCountySchools
Start Strong Family Night - for ALL BCS families is coming up soon! Mark your calendars and plan to attend! 🎊
📍 Harris Middle School
📅August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Harris Middle School
📅August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
A huge thank you to Precision Gate Services for our breakfast this morning! Our staff loved it! 💜💛
The first High Five Friday was kicked off by our volleyball team!
Thank you to our Viqueens for making a Friday morning fun! 🎊💜💛
Thank you to our Viqueens for making a Friday morning fun! 🎊💜💛
📢 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
🌉✨ 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
🎉 Top 10 Reasons to Attend Start Strong Family Night...to Be Continued! 🎉
⭐ Reason #3: Free Haircuts for BCS Students!
Getting ready for the new school year? Stop by Start Strong Family Night and take advantage of a FREE haircut for Bedford County Schools #students, courtesy of Madeline Calderon from Madeline's Barbershop! ✂️🎒
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.
📋 Please see the graphic for important details regarding insurance information and what to bring.
Start Strong Family Night - for ALL BCS families!
📍 Harris Middle School
🗓 August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
One more great reason to join us as we kick off the new school year strong! 🎒📚
#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #HarrisMiddleSchool #BedfordCountySchools
⭐ Reason #3: Free Haircuts for BCS Students!
Getting ready for the new school year? Stop by Start Strong Family Night and take advantage of a FREE haircut for Bedford County Schools #students, courtesy of Madeline Calderon from Madeline's Barbershop! ✂️🎒
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.
📋 Please see the graphic for important details regarding insurance information and what to bring.
Start Strong Family Night - for ALL BCS families!
📍 Harris Middle School
🗓 August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
One more great reason to join us as we kick off the new school year strong! 🎒📚
#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #HarrisMiddleSchool #BedfordCountySchools
Just a reminder that August 6th is an in-service day. We will see students back on August 7th. 💜💛
🎉 Top 10 Reasons to Attend Start Strong Family Night...to Be Continued! 🎉
⭐ Reason #2: Meet the Superintendents!
Stop by and meet Superintendent Tim Harwell, Assistant Superintendent Sandy Sorrells and Assistant Superintendent Neil Watson as they help welcome #students and families to a new school year!
Connect with district leaders, visit with community partners offering helpful resources and giveaways, enjoy some tasty treats and get ready to start the year strong. 🎒📚✨
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.
📋 Please see the graphic for important details regarding insurance information and what to bring.
Start Strong Family Night - for ALL BCS families!
📍 Harris Middle School
🗓 August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
One more great reason to join us as we kick off the new school year strong! 🎒📚
#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #HarrisMiddleSchool #BedfordCountySchools
📚✨ Reminder: No School for Students on August 6! ✨📚
📅📌Thursday, August 6, 2026, is an In-Service Day for #BedfordCountySchools.
That means #students will enjoy a day away from the classroom while our educators prepare and continue learning!🍎✏️
We’ll see everyone back in class on Friday, August 7, ready for another great day of learning! 🎒✨
#InServiceDay #NoSchool #SchoolUpdate #RelaxAndRecharge
📅📌Thursday, August 6, 2026, is an In-Service Day for #BedfordCountySchools.
That means #students will enjoy a day away from the classroom while our educators prepare and continue learning!🍎✏️
We’ll see everyone back in class on Friday, August 7, ready for another great day of learning! 🎒✨
#InServiceDay #NoSchool #SchoolUpdate #RelaxAndRecharge
Interested in joining the BCS Swim Team? 🛟🏊🏻
There will be an information meeting held on Tuesday, August 25, at 6:00 PM in the Shelbyville Recreation Center Meeting Rooms. They encourage all interested students and their families to attend to learn more about the team and the upcoming season.
Tryouts for new swimmers and the first practice for returning swimmers will be held on Tuesday, September 8.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Devlin!
There will be an information meeting held on Tuesday, August 25, at 6:00 PM in the Shelbyville Recreation Center Meeting Rooms. They encourage all interested students and their families to attend to learn more about the team and the upcoming season.
Tryouts for new swimmers and the first practice for returning swimmers will be held on Tuesday, September 8.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Devlin!
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. 10 – Community High School Library – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Aug. 11 – Liberty School Cafeteria – 6:00 p.m.
📍 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
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. 10 – Community High School Library – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Aug. 11 – Liberty School Cafeteria – 6:00 p.m.
📍 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
💜💛 Purple and Gold Country is proud of its Viqueens!💜💛
Faculty and staff from all three Community schools proudly wore their state championship shirts during the BCS Kickoff recently, showing their support for an incredible season and a historic achievement.
🏆 A championship season worth celebrating and a legacy of excellence that continues to inspire!💜💛
#ViqueenPride #StateChampions #100YearsStrong #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
Faculty and staff from all three Community schools proudly wore their state championship shirts during the BCS Kickoff recently, showing their support for an incredible season and a historic achievement.
🏆 A championship season worth celebrating and a legacy of excellence that continues to inspire!💜💛
#ViqueenPride #StateChampions #100YearsStrong #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
🎉 Top 10 Reasons to Attend Start Strong Family Night...to be continued! 🎉
⭐ Reason #1: The Health Department will be on site!
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.
📋 Please see the graphic for important details regarding insurance information and what to bring.
Start Strong Family Night - for ALL BCS families!
📍 Harris Middle School
📅August 13, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
One more great reason to join us as we kick off the new school year strong! 🎒📚
#StartStrongBCS #BCSFamilies #CommunitySupport #BackToSchoolBoost #HarrisMiddleSchool #BedfordCountySchools
We kicked off the school year yesterday with our House Sorting Rally! 🎊
Our 6th graders and new students drew for their house and then were welcomed in with cheers! The house point competition started with a few games! We even had some student winners for doing the scavenger hunt, the Tier 1 presentation with Mrs. Bishop, and coming to Open House!
We are so excited for this new school year! 💛💜
We want to say a huge thank you to HB Cowan and Beverly Derryberry for our biscuits this morning and to the Huitt family for the donuts! Our staff are thankful to be supported and fed well! 🍩💛💜
🎉🎒You're Invited!🎒🎉
Join us for the Start Strong Family Night at #HarrisMiddleSchool on 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
Join us for the Start Strong Family Night at #HarrisMiddleSchool on 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
📢THERE HAS BEEN AN UPDATE TO AN OPEN HOUSE DATE!📢
#EakinElementarySchool will be having their open house on August 3rd instead of August 6th. Please see the graphic for more information.
🎈📣You're Invited!📣🎈
📚 The #BedfordCountySchools open house events are almost here!
Get ready to meet our amazing teachers, explore classrooms and see all the exciting things happening at our schools! Whether you're a new family or returning, we can't wait to welcome you back.✨
📌🗓️Find your school’s open house date and time on the graphic, and don’t forget to mark your calendar! Let’s kick off the school year together!
✅ Bring your questions
✅ Tour the school
✅ Get involved
✨ We can’t wait to see you there!
#BackToSchool #OpenHouse #BCSFamilies #WeAreBedford
🚌 What bus does your child ride?🚌
As the first day of school approaches, families are encouraged to confirm their #student's bus route before school begins.
📞 For bus route assistance, contact the Transportation Department at 931-684-1500.
💻 Bus route and school zone information is also available on the #BedfordCountySchools Transportation & School Zones webpage here: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/transportation-school-zones
Taking a few minutes to verify your student's transportation information now can help ensure a smooth start to the school year. 🚍
#BackToSchool #FirstDayReady #SchoolBusSafety #WeAreBCS
🍎📚🎉 Back to School Starts Tomorrow! 🎉📚🍎
The first day of the 2026–2027 school year is almost here! Tomorrow, #students across Bedford County Schools will head back to classrooms, reconnect with friends and begin a new year of learning, growth and success. 💫
⏰ Reminder: The first day of school, August 3, is an abbreviated day. Be sure to check your school's schedule and dismissal times!
Wishing all students, staff and families a fantastic start to an amazing school year!🎉
#BackToSchool #WelcomeBack #WeAreReady #BedfordCountySchools
The first day of the 2026–2027 school year is almost here! Tomorrow, #students across Bedford County Schools will head back to classrooms, reconnect with friends and begin a new year of learning, growth and success. 💫
⏰ Reminder: The first day of school, August 3, is an abbreviated day. Be sure to check your school's schedule and dismissal times!
Wishing all students, staff and families a fantastic start to an amazing school year!🎉
#BackToSchool #WelcomeBack #WeAreReady #BedfordCountySchools
