Join in for a #StorybookBreakfast full of magic, memories and morning fun. ✨
📅 Saturday, March 7 | 9–11 AM
📍 Learning Way Elementary
Meet favorite storybook characters, enjoy breakfast, games & crafts and snap some adorable photos 📸
🎟️ $10 per person (ages 2+) — all proceeds support the #ImaginationLibrary!
Scan the QR code to grab tickets and let the stories come to life! 📖💫
#ReadingMatters #BedfordCountySchools
Attention Juniors!
All juniors will meet in the theater Thursday at 9:25 AM to review and set up their MyACT accounts in preparation for the upcoming ACT test on March 17.
Please report promptly so we can ensure everyone is ready and prepared.
Emergency Preparedness in Action!🚨🏫
Recently school and district leaders from across the county gathered for important emergency preparedness training, led by Director of Federal Programs Chad Fletcher, focused on strengthening safety protocols and response efforts.
This training plays a key role in preparing for the March 6 Emergency Preparedness Drill️, helping our schools improve coordination, sharpen response skills and build confidence in handling emergencies. ✅
We’re #BedfordProud of the commitment shown and remain dedicated to keeping our #students and staff safe!
#SafetyFirst #EmergencyPreparedness #LeadershipInAction #LifelongLearners #BedfordCountySchools
🎉February is CTE Month! 🎉
Career and Technical Education (CTE) is the key to unlocking endless career opportunities and empowering #students to gain hands-on skills that will last a lifetime. From #healthcare and #agriculture, to construction and #CulinaryArts, #CTE programs are shaping the workforce of tomorrow. 🔧💻👩🔬🍳🚓
This month, let’s celebrate the hard work and dedication of CTE students and educators at #CascadeHighSchool, #CommunityHighSchool, and #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool, and recognize the incredible value these programs bring to our communities. 🌟
Ready to build your future? 🚀 Let CTE be your launchpad! 🌱
#CTEMonth #WorkLifeSkills #FutureReady #HandsOnLearning #EducationMatters #BedfordCountySchools
Building Healthier Futures — Together 💙🌱
Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, #BedfordCountySchools will be adopting a new High School Wellness curriculum, and we invite our community to be part of the process.🤝
Parents, guardians and community members are welcome to review and provide feedback on three curriculum options.
📅 Public Review Dates: February 23 – 27, 2026
📍 Bedford County Schools Central Office, 500 Madison St., Shelbyville
📚 Materials will be available for public viewing during this time.
Community partnership and thoughtful input are essential as we work to provide meaningful, high-quality wellness #education for our #students.
We look forward to hearing from you! 💬✨
#CommunityInvolvement #WellnessEducation #BuildingHealthierFutures #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford
✨🎓Parents are taking charge of learning and preparing their kids for the future!🎓✨
Parents recently joined us to learn from Director of Career & Technical Education Lori Sexton about college and career readiness, preparing their kids for high school pathways and exploring scholarships and financial aid opportunities.
Those who attended walked away with practical strategies and ideas to support their child’s future they can use right away!
Don’t miss our next session on Th., March 12! 📚 Director of Federal Programs Chad Fletcher will share TCAP and EOC Test-Taking Strategies to help your child feel confident and succeed on their exams. Join us and be part of the growing Parent University community!
#StudentSuccess #Free #BePrepared #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools
👏 Congratulations to Our Newly Tenured Teachers! 👏
At the recent school board meeting, 37 educators were recognized for being recommended for tenure, an important milestone that reflects their dedication, skill and commitment to #student success.
This accomplishment represents years of hard work, growth and meaningful impact in the classroom. #BedfordCountySchools is grateful for the passion and excellence these teachers bring to #students each and every day.
#Congratulations to each of these educators on this well earned achievement! 🎉📚
#ExcellenceInEducation #EducationMatters #BedfordProud #WhyIChooseBCS
#BedfordCountySchools will be participating a full-scale, emergency preparedness drill on Friday, March 6, 2026, in partnership with local law enforcement, first responders and Homeland Security.
🔹 This is only a drill—please do not be alarmed if you see emergency personnel or activity near our schools.
🔹 No students will be in school this day as it is a scheduled staff development day.
To see drill updates on March 6, visit:
https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/o/bcs/page/breaking-news
Thank you for your support in keeping our schools safe!
#SafetyFirst #PreparedNotScared #SchoolSafety #EmergencyPreparedness
👟✨ BCS Is Stepping Up! ✨👟
We’re partnering with #Soles4Souls to host a district-wide shoe drive and the deadline to donate is almost here!
From January 20 – February 28, we’ll be collecting NEW and GENTLY USED shoes to support people around the world. These shoes will support the Soles4Souls’ 4OPPORTUNITY program, which helps people in countries like Haiti, Honduras and parts of Africa create small businesses selling shoes and clothing to earn a living.
We are excited to partner with Soles4Souls, who has generously donated new, brand-name athletic shoes through their 4EVERYKID program, helping #BedfordCountySchools McKinney-Vento students.
📍Shoe collection bins are in each of our schools and at the Central Office.
Let’s give back—one step at a time! 💙
Thank you for helping us support #students, families and communities around the world.
#Soles4Souls #CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #SteppingUp #GiveBack #WeAreBCS
The Cascade High School FFA Chapter will host FFA Week February 23–27, and we’re celebrating all week long with themed dress-up days and a cornhole tournament!
🎉 Dress-Up Days:
🧢 Monday – Hat Day
Wear your favorite hat!
🦆🤠 Tuesday – Duck Dynasty vs. Yellowstone
Camo OR western attire — you choose your side!
🚜 Wednesday – Ag Career Day
Dress as your favorite agricultural career (vet, farmer, ag teacher… maybe even Mr. Swafford 👨🌾).
🎨 Thursday – Color Wars
Freshmen – 💚 GREEN
Sophomores – 🧡 ORANGE
Juniors – 💛 GOLD/YELLOW
Seniors – 💙 BLUE
👕 Friday – AG Brand Day
Wear your favorite ag brand (Wrangler, Carhartt, Ariat, etc.) — FFA jackets and shirts count too!
🏆 Cornhole Tournament Alert!
Hosted by Cascade FFA
✔️ Find a partner
✔️ Sign up by THIS FRIDAY (2/20)
📍 Sign-up sheets are located outside Mr. Swafford’s, Mrs. Swift’s, and Mrs. Smithson’s rooms.
📢 Informational meeting this Friday (2/20) about the tournament!
Let’s celebrate agriculture, leadership, and the impact of FFA all week long. Get involved, show your spirit, and make it a great FFA Week at Cascade! 🌽🐄🌟
Building Healthier Futures — Together 💙🌱
Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, #BedfordCountySchools will be adopting a new High School Wellness curriculum, and we invite our community to be part of the process.🤝
Parents, guardians and community members are welcome to review and provide feedback on three curriculum options.
📅 Public Review Dates: February 23 – 27, 2026
📍 Bedford County Schools Central Office, 500 Madison St., Shelbyville
📚 Materials will be available for public viewing during this time.
Community partnership and thoughtful input are essential as we work to provide meaningful, high-quality wellness #education for our #students.
We look forward to hearing from you! 💬✨
#CommunityInvolvement #WellnessEducation #BuildingHealthierFutures #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford
Today we want to celebrate and thank our bus drivers for their dedication, safe driving and the care they show every single day. Their early mornings and friendly greetings help #students arrive ready to learn. Your patience and commitment make a huge difference in students’ lives and does not go unnoticed. #ThankYou for everything you do! 🙌💛
#BusDriverAppreciation #SafeAndReliable #CommunityHeroes #WeAppreciateYou #BedfordCountySchools
You're invited to attend the 3rd Annual Districtwide Spelling Bee! Come out and #CheerOn our spelling bee champions from all of our elementary and middle schools! 🏆📚
These talented #students have dedicated countless hours to practice, and now it’s their time to shine as they showcase their spelling skills and compete for the top spot. This event celebrates hard work, determination and the power of words! 📖💫
💡Let’s come together to support our students as they spell their way to victory. Get ready for an unforgettable competition you won’t want to miss!🐝
#ItsAllTheBuzz #Education #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
The Cascade High School Athletic Department is excited to host NextLevel Athletics Night — an evening designed to help our student-athletes learn about the opportunities that await them at the next level!
📅 February 26
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Cascade High School
We are honored to welcome a special group of former Champions who are continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level, along with a professional athlete who has competed at the highest level of baseball:
⚾ Jordan Sheffield
Former Tullahoma High School standout, pitched at Vanderbilt University, and spent time with the Colorado Rockies, LA Dodgers MLB organizations
🏈 Sawyer Lovvorn
Cascade graduate currently attending Middle Tennessee State University on a football scholarship.
🏐 Ashley Cope
Cascade graduate attending University of Tennessee Southern on a volleyball scholarship.
⛳ Tatyana Greene
Cascade graduate attending University of Tennessee Southern on a golf scholarship.
⚽ Ivan Draine
Cascade graduate attending William Penn University on a soccer scholarship.
This event is a tremendous opportunity for current student-athletes and families to hear firsthand what it takes to compete at the collegiate and professional levels — from recruiting, to academics, to balancing life as a student-athlete.
💪 Champions, this is your chance to start preparing for what’s next.
#CascadeChampions #NextLevel #BuiltDifferent
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
🎓🌟Join us in celebrating the Academic Top Ten Seniors from #CascadeHighSchool, #CommunityHighSchool, and #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool for the #ClassOf2026! 🌟🎓
These outstanding #students have shown incredible dedication, leadership and commitment to excellence, making a lasting impact on their schools and community.
#Congratulations to our amazing seniors! We are so #BedfordProud of all they’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see what they do in their next chapter! 👏🚀
#TopTen #FutureLeaders #RaisingTheBar #BedfordCountySchools
We’re partnering with #Soles4Souls to host a district-wide shoe drive!
From January 20 – February 28, we’ll be collecting NEW and GENTLY USED shoes to support people around the world. These shoes will support the Soles4Souls’ 4OPPORTUNITY program, which helps people in countries like Haiti, Honduras and parts of Africa create small businesses selling shoes and clothing to earn a living.
We are excited to partner with Soles4Souls, who has generously donated new, brand-name athletic shoes through their 4EVERYKID program, helping #BedfordCountySchools McKinney-Vento students.
📍Shoe collection bins are in each of our schools and at the Central Office.
Let’s give back—one step at a time! 💙
Thank you for helping us support #students, families and communities around the world.
#Soles4Souls #CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #SteppingUp #GiveBack #WeAreBCS
📅📌 More than 400 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 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
👏 Freshman: Walker Wells
👏 Sophomore: Amiyah Frye
👏 Junior: Miguel Rivera
👏 Senior: Dustin Pinder
These outstanding students exemplify the character, leadership, and commitment to excellence that define the Champion standard at Cascade High School. We are incredibly proud of the positive impact they make in our classrooms and throughout our school community.
🏆 We also celebrate our Champion of the Month, Mr. Iorio, Biology teacher and a fantastic supporter of all things Cascade! His dedication to student success, passion for science, and unwavering school spirit make him a true Champion for our students every single day.
Congratulations to each of you — thank you for representing Cascade with pride!
🎉February is CTE Month! 🎉
Career and Technical Education (CTE) is the key to unlocking endless career opportunities and empowering #students to gain hands-on skills that will last a lifetime. From #healthcare and #agriculture, to construction and #CulinaryArts, #CTE programs are shaping the workforce of tomorrow. 🔧💻👩🔬🍳🚓
This month, let’s celebrate the hard work and dedication of CTE students and educators at #CascadeHighSchool, #CommunityHighSchool, and #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool, and recognize the incredible value these programs bring to our communities. 🌟
Ready to build your future? 🚀 Let CTE be your launchpad! 🌱
#CTEMonth #WorkLifeSkills #FutureReady #HandsOnLearning #EducationMatters #BedfordCountySchools
