🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Student Support at HMS! 🌟
#BedfordCountySchools wants to send a huge #Congratulations to #HarrisMiddleSchool's school counselor Matt Russell, who was recently named Social Emotional Learning & Mental Health Team/School Counselor of the Year! 🏆💛💙
Mr. Russell goes above and beyond for #students. He is the middle school lead for Response to Intervention A2+B2, mentors interns and supports colleagues across Harris and BCS and organizes school-wide initiatives like canned food drives. He’s also made a lasting impact as a coach, inspiring students on the tennis, volleyball and football teams while also leading annual trips to Washington DC for 8th grade students the past 5 years.
From the classroom to the playing field, Coach Russell makes a difference in every student’s life! 👏
#SchoolCounselorOfTheYear #MentalHealthMatters #StudentSupport #RaisingTheBar #WeAreHarris #BedfordProud #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
Get ready to show your school spirit, #BCSFamilies! 🎉 DosBros Fresh Mexican Grill is teaming up with each of our 16 amazing schools to host Spirit Days for #students, parents, grandparents and teachers! 🌮❤️
Let's come together for great food, great fun and great support for our schools! 🍽️
➡Please see graphic for more information and to find your school's date, or visit https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/HowToGiveBackToMySchool/.
#SupportOurSchools #EatForACause #DosBros #CommunityInvolvement #Generous #BedfordCountySchools
🎉🎓It's TODAY!🎓🎉
📣Join us for #ParentUniversity at #HarrisMiddleSchool TODAY from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM! Interpreters will be available.
🔍Learn about Standards-Based Grading (SBG) and how it shows your child’s progress in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. Discover how teachers use rubrics, what the performance goals are and how to read report cards and progress reports to support your child’s growth.🏆
Knowledge is power, and your involvement matters!💡💪📢 Spread the word! See you there! 👋
#StudentSuccess #Free #BePrepared #Education #BedfordCountySchools
We want to send a huge #ThankYou for investing in the safety and well-being of our school community as your generosity makes a real difference!🤝🫶
#CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #Generous #WeAppreciateYou #BedfordProud
Through vision screenings, eyeglass support, contributions to food boxes and a variety of additional services, the Lions Club continues to play a vital role in supporting #student well-being and academic success.💡
Your generosity helps ensure that every student has what they need to learn, grow and thrive—both in and out of the classroom. We are grateful for your partnership and the positive impact you are making across our community.🌟🤝
#ThankYou to the Shelbyville Lions Club, for your unwavering dedication and service!🫶❤️
#StrongerTogether #CommunitySupport #CommunityPartners #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford #BedfordProud
📅✨ Look Ahead, Plan Ahead! ✨📅
The 2026–2027 district calendars are now available! 🏫✏️
Family trips, activities, school events—get a jump start, and plan your year with ease. 🗓️✅
👉 View the full calendars here: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/DistrictCalendars/
#PlanAhead #EverySchoolDayCounts #AttendanceMatters #BedfordCountySchools
🎉Congratulations to Bedford County Schools!🎉
📈The district has made significant gains in success rates from 2021 to 2025:
• Grades 3–5: 30.5 ➜ 41.2
• Grades 6–8: 19.5 ➜ 27.7
• Grades 9–12: 18.7 ➜ 33.1
🎯🌟Tennessee evaluates districts on #student achievement and growth in grades 3–5, 6–8, and 9–12, using three key measures:
• Proficiency on TCAP
• Progress toward Annual Measurable Objectives goals
• Growth through TVAAS literacy and numeracy data
A strong upward trend across every grade band!🚀📈✨
#StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #RaisingTheBar #EducationMatters #BedfordProud
🗓️ Date: December 11th
⏰ 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 standards-based grading.
Learn about Standards-Based Grading (SBG) and how it shows your child’s progress in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. Discover how teachers use rubrics, what the performance goals are and how to read report cards and progress reports to support your child’s growth.
🏆 Knowledge is power, and your involvement matters!💡💪 📢 Spread the Word! See you there! 👋
#ParentUniversity #FutureSuccess #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #BedfordCountySchools.
Our #BedfordCountySchools educators are embracing growth through COMP training, proving that learning never stops — no matter how many years you’ve been teaching. 🏫✨
By strengthening their skills and trying new strategies, they create classrooms where students succeed and curiosity thrives. When teachers grow, students shine! 🌟👏
#ProfessionalLearning #WeLoveOurTeachers #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #LifetimeLearners #BedfordProud
🎄✨Making the Season Bright at Harris Middle School!✨🎄
Holiday magic is in full swing at #HarrisMiddleSchool! ✨The halls are filled with festive decorations and holiday cheer, thanks to the creativity and dedication of staff and #students alike.
A huge #ThankYou to interventionists Jesse Trice and Carol Anne Webb for decorating the school so beautifully — and to the wonderful students who helped create a festive classroom tree! 🎄❤️ Your teamwork and creativity are spreading holiday cheer throughout the entire school community.🫶
#MakingTheSeasonBright #HolidayCheer #FestiveSpirit #HolidayMagic #DeckTheHalls #WeAreHarris #BedfordCountySchools
#HarrisMiddleSchool will be celebrating Winter Homecoming the week of December 8-12. The theme this year is Balling Through The Blizzard! There will be a different dress up, as follows:
Monday-Blizzard Bedhead Day
Wear your favorite pajamas and slippers
Tuesday-WHO's Got Spirit?
Dress like a Who from Whoville or something Grinchy with wild hair, festive/bright colors of cheer
Wednesday- Ice, Ice Baby
Winter chic meets bold patterns-ugly sweaters, neon snow jackets, patterned mittens, or anything frosty/sparkly
Thursday - Winter Whiteout(pep rally)
Blizzard the stands! Wear all white to light up the gym and show your school pride at the homecoming game that night. Homecoming Court will be introduced at both the pep rally and homecoming and the Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned at the game.
Friday Ballin' Out Friday
Bundle up and ball out! Show off your team colors, jerseys, and joggers!
Also, there is a winter coat drive being held at #HMS for class points. Each coat turned in to the boxes outside the gym between December 1st to 12th will coat towards class points. Coats will go to those in need. Help show others how much we care and how we #SoarAboveTheRest here at Harris Middle School!
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
🌟 Celebrating Exceptional Growth! 🌟
At their November school board meeting, #BedfordCountySchools recognized outstanding 1st and 2nd grade teachers whose students reached Level 4 and Level 5 growth on the Universal Reading Screener for the 2024–2025 school year! 📚✨
Each fall, #students take the Universal Reading Screener, which measures key literacy skills including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. They take it again in the spring, and the results highlight just how much students have grown.
These teachers have guided their students to remarkable growth, showing the power of dedication, effective instruction and a strong commitment to literacy success. #Congratulations to these exceptional educators! Their work is helping students become confident, capable readers every day.
#ReadingMatters #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBCS #BedfordProud
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
