Community High School

📢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

22 days ago, Bedford County Schools

📢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

23 days ago, Bedford County Schools

📢 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

23 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Shelbyville Community Soup Kitchen Summertime Meals Program Graphic

🎉📣 Bedford County Schools is excited to share important leadership announcements for the 2026–2027 school year as three outstanding educators step into new principal roles across the district! 🍎✨

Brad Brown has been named principal of #CommunityHighSchool, Kelly Kingree will serve as principal of #SouthsideElementarySchool and Malcolm Martin has been appointed principal of #CartwrightElementarySchool. ⭐

Each of these leaders brings valuable experience, a passion for #student success ❤️ and a deep commitment to serving #students, families and staff. Their leadership, dedication and ability to build strong school communities will continue to make a positive impact across #BedfordCountySchools. 🙌🎓

We are excited to see each of these educators begin this new chapter and continue supporting excellence in our schools. Please join us in congratulating them on their new roles! 👏🍎🎉

#Congratulations #ExcellenceInEducation #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #SchoolLeadership #WeAreBCS

23 days ago, Bedford County Schools

A picture of the new Community High School Principal, Brad Brown.

A picture of the new Southside Elementary School Principal, Kelly Kingree.

A picture of the new Cartwright Elementary School Principal, Malcom Martin.

🎉🍎 Kindergarten Registration Dates Added — Don’t Miss Out!🍎🎉

We’ve had a great response from families, and to help accommodate schedules and give parents additional time, kindergarten registration has been extended! 🍎✏️

Will you have a kindergarten student this fall? Now is the perfect time to get your child registered and ready for an exciting school year ahead!

📌 Registration Dates:
📅 Tuesday, May 19 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📅 Wednesday, May 20 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Bedford County Schools
📍 500 Madison St.

Please see the graphics or visit the link below for additional registration information: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/prekandkregistration

Questions? Call 931-684-3284 and ask for Kathy Reed.

#WeLoveOurStudents #Education #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools

23 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Two students pose in front of a welcome sign for Cascade Elementary School.

A girl and her mom pose for a picture sitting down at the tables in the cafeteria.

A boy and his mom pose for a picture in the hallway.

A boy is holding a large pencil while signing a piece of paper at Community Elementary School

A boy is standing by a wall in front of a welcome sign for kindergarten.

A boy is standing with his arms crossed.

A girl is standing at a table with a big pencil about to write on a piece of paper at Community Elementary School.

A boy and his mom pose for a picture while sitting at a table.

The graphic for Kindergarten registration in English.

The graphic for Kindergarten registration in Spanish.

🌟🍎 Honoring the Heart of Education: Educators of the Year🍎🌟

Recently, we came together at Grace Valley Farms to celebrate the incredible individuals who go above and beyond every single day, our Educators of the Year. 🌟
It was an unforgettable evening, filled with warmth, joy and gratitude as we recognized these amazing individuals who dedicate their lives to shaping the future. From sparking curiosity to nurturing resilience, these educators inspire us all with their passion and creativity. ❤️📚

Through their hard work and dedication, they create environments where #students not only learn but thrive. They remind us that education is about more than just lessons - it's about connection, care and cultivating potential. 🌱✨

To our honorees: Your commitment changes lives, your impact reaches far beyond the classroom and your efforts inspire us all to aim higher. 🏆👏

Here’s to the educators who light the way forward. Your work is invaluable, your efforts are deeply appreciated and your influence lasts a lifetime. 🌈🌍

📸To see all the photos from the event, visit:
www.bedfordk12tn.com/photoalbums

#EducatorsOfTheYear #WeAppreciateYou #MakingADifference #Gratitude #CommunityHeroes #WeAreBedford #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools

23 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Glass apple awards on a black table with lights in behind it.

Inside of the decorated Grace Valley Farms where the celebration was held.

The buffet style table where people were on either side putting food on their plates.

The chef, along with his students, stand with the incoming superintendent so that they can be recognized for cooking and serving the food.

A group photo of those who received award along with the school board members, superintendent and assistant superintendent.

#Congratulations to the newly elected 2026–27 officers of the #CommunityHighSchool Smokestack Theatre Group! 🎭✨

These #students have demonstrated creativity, #leadership, dedication and a passion for the performing arts, and we are excited to see all they will accomplish in the coming year.

From top:
• President - Destiny Roaden
• Co-Vice Presidents - Kalen Collins and Aaron Kight
• Secretary - Isabella Manire
• Scribes - Cassie Mayfield and Jonathan Collins

The Smokestack Theatre Group continues to provide students with opportunities to grow as performers, leaders and collaborators both on the stage and behind the scenes. We look forward to another outstanding year of productions and performances under the leadership of these talented students.

Please join us in congratulating these students and wishing them a successful year ahead! 👏

#StudentLeadership #PerformingArts #BattleReady #100YearsStrong #BedfordCountySchools

23 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Community High School Smokestack Theatre Group Posed for a Picture in the Theater.

🌞 Summer Meals Are Here! 🌞

Is your family looking for nutritious meals this summer? We're excited to announce our Summer Meals Program —

Because every child deserves a healthy summer. 💚

23 days ago, Community High School

⏰ It’s That Time of Year! ⏰

📣 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

24 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Update your student's Skyward information graphic

24 days ago, Bedford County Schools

✨Celebrating 250 Years of America Across BCS Schools✨

As part of the districtwide BCS America 250 Celebration (May 4 – May 15, 2026), and under the theme “Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future,” 📚✨ schools are participating in a tiered engagement structure (Bronze, Silver, and Gold) designed to encourage flexible levels of student involvement.

In support of the Bronze Level engagement, students in Brynn Elliott's History Club at #CommunityHighSchool collaborated to create a timeline of American history from 1607–2025, successfully completing the Bronze requirement. This project highlights meaningful student learning in history, research and civic engagement 🏛️📖

The America 250 Celebration marks the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding and provides opportunities for #students to connect with history, civic responsibility and their community. 🤝

Schools are encouraged to participate at the Bronze Level or beyond, with optional Silver and Gold opportunities available for those wishing to deepen engagement. 🌟

We appreciate the efforts of our students and staff in bringing this districtwide celebration to life. 🎉

#HonoringThePastInspiringTheFuture #StudentEngagement #HistoryInAction #BattleReady #BedfordCountySchools

25 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Timeline of America on the walls of Community High School.

Collaboration, creativity and a little monster magic made for a memorable learning experience! 👾📚✨

Recently, Misty Thompson’s first grade class at #CommunityElementarySchool teamed up with Cindy Friendman’s students at #CommunityHighSchool for a cross-grade project centered around friendly monsters. After listening to stories about friendly monsters, the first graders designed their own characters and wrote creative stories to match.🎨✏️

Using the students’ templates, Mrs. Friedman’s class brought the monsters to life by creating stuffed versions of each design 🧵🪡. The excitement continued when they visited the first graders to personally deliver the handmade stuffies 🤝💛. #Students then read their stories aloud and compared their creations to the finished stuffed monsters, each one uniquely matched their original designs!

This project showcased creativity, #teamwork and meaningful connections between students of all ages 🌟👏. Check out these wonderful moments and friendly monsters!

#StudentCollaboration #CreativityInAction #MakingLearningFun #100YearsStrong #BedfordCountySchools

25 days ago, Bedford County Schools

A group picture of the elementary and high school students in the classroom.

Three elementary students are holding up the friendly monsters the high school students made.

The finished friendly monster is posed behind the drawing of it.

Leadership in action! 👏⚖️

The #CommunityHighSchool Criminal Justice Student Organization recently conducted leadership interviews for the 2026–2027 school year. Students applying for #leadership positions were evaluated on professionalism, attire, content knowledge, decision-making skills and ethics by a panel of professionals representing a variety of career fields. 💼📋

This valuable experience provided #students with real-world interview practice and professional development opportunities to help prepare them for future careers in criminal justice and beyond. 🚔⭐

Special thanks to the interview panel:
• Lizzy Beasley – MTSU Criminal Justice Student
• Officer Cobye Hernandez – Shelbyville Police Department 👮
• Isabella Schlatter – President of C.J.S.O.
• Chief Deputy Nikia Elliott – Bedford County Sheriff’s Department 🚓
• Jordan Tatum – CHS Guidance Department 🎯

We are #BedfordProud of these students for stepping forward to lead and develop skills that will benefit them in future academic and professional endeavors. 🌟👏

#CTE #CriminalJustice #StudentLeadership #100YearsStrong #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools

25 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Student is having an interview with several different people from differen professions.

A table with five people who were participating in giving the interviews.

💡Thinking about a career change?🔧

If you have experience in mechanical, electrical or plumbing trades 🔧, #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool has an opportunity for you to inspire the next generation.

Bring your real-world knowledge into the classroom 🏫 and make a lasting impact on students’ futures 🌟. Please see the graphic for more information.

💼 Share your skills
🎓 Shape tomorrow’s workforce

👉 Apply now: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/jobs

#CTE #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #JoinOurTeam #NowHiring #CareerChange #BedfordCountySchools

27 days ago, Bedford County Schools

📢TODAY is the day for the 2nd Annual #ConnectedCommunity5K! 👊

🏅🏆Good luck, everyone!🏆🏅

This exciting event, brought to our community by #BridgeBedford, supports #BedfordCountySchools and other vital community initiatives! 🏃‍♀️🏃

#Bonus: It's Mother's Day weekend so we are celebrating our mom's in a big way. All mothers will be especially honored today. 💖

All Bedford County Schools have a team and over 1,000 total registered for today's 5K!

There will be lots of fun on the square and merchants offering special deals and discounts! Come join the fun!

#LetsDoThis #CC5K #BedfordCountyTN

29 days ago, Bedford County Schools

Big #congratulations to our incredible schools for earning TVA Uplift Learning Environment Grants! 🎉⚡

This wasn’t just a giveaway — it was the result of real work, real commitment and real change. From tracking energy use to making smart adjustments and cutting waste, our students and staff stepped up in a BIG way. Even better? Our student #EnergyChampions helped lead the charge, getting their entire school communities involved in building better habits for the future.

👏 Shoutout to #CommunityHighSchool, #LibertySchool and #ThomasMagnetSchool for each earning $10,000 grants to reinvest back into their schools!

🌟 And featured here, a special #bonus congratulations to #EastSideElementary for going above and beyond — earning an outstanding $25,000 grant through exceptional student engagement, energy savings and community outreach!

According to #TVA these efforts led to an average 10% reduction in energy costs through smart, sustainable habits.

We are so proud of these schools for proving that small changes can make a BIG impact! 💡

#EnergyConservation #SmartHabits #WhyIChooseBCS #BedfordCountySchools

29 days ago, Bedford County Schools

🎉Sending a huge #congratulations to all the outstanding #students from #BedfordCountySchools who were awarded #PerfectAttendance for the entire school year! This was awarded to 84 students across the district kindergarten - 12th grade. What an incredible accomplishment! 🎉

👏 Their dedication to showing up every single day sets a high standard for their peers and highlights the power of consistency. This incredible milestone reflects their hard work and unwavering determination. Let’s all give them a big round of applause for this outstanding achievement! 👏🎉

To see more photos from the event, please visit: www.bedfordk12tn.com/photoalbums

#PerfectAttendance #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools

29 days ago, Bedford County Schools

30 days ago, Bedford County Schools

✨👾 Bringing Stories to Life One Friendly Monster at a Time! 👾✨

FCCLA members and Fashion Design students from #CommunityHighSchool partnered with Mrs. Thompson’s 1st grade class at #CommunityElementarySchool to kick off Read Across America with a creative literacy project.📚✨

Guided by Mrs. Friedman, #students created monster templates, planning sheets and story prompts to support imagination and writing skills. First graders designed their own unique monsters, describing their appearance and personality, then wrote original stories titled “My Friendly Monster.”📝💡

Fashion Design students then transformed the drawings into handmade stuffed monsters, bringing each character to life.🧵🪡

Students later met as reading buddies, using the stuffed creations as storytelling props and comforting companions while sharing their stories aloud.

The project highlighted creativity, mentorship and the power of storytelling across grade levels. 💛💜

#WhyIChooseBCS #FCCLA #ReadAcrossAmerica #StudentCreativity #LiteracyInAction #100YearsStrong #BedfordCountySchools

about 1 month ago, Bedford County Schools