Don’t let the flu slow you down! Get a free Flu Shot TODAY!
#BedfordCountySchools and the Bedford County Health Department are teaming up to offer #FREE flu shots to our community TODAY, October 21, 2025 from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM at Harris Middle School.
No appointment is needed! It's quick, easy and FREE!
Protect yourself early and stay ahead of the flu this season! Stay healthy this season — see you there!
For more information about the flu vaccine visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/FightTheFlu/
#FightFluTN #FightFlu25 #StayHealthy #AttendanceMatters #EverySchoolDayCounts
Thanks to the success of last May’s Connected Community 5K, the Shelbyville-Bedford Community Foundation has awarded $20,500 to fund 18 amazing classroom projects across 9 of our schools!
This is the third year of teacher grants, supporting creative learning experiences that go beyond the classroom budget — and the amount of funding has tripled in just three years!
👏 We are so proud of our teachers whose dedication and creativity are bringing these projects to life. Thank you to our community for making this possible! 💛
#TeacherGrants #InnovationInEducation #ConnectedCommunity5K #Grateful #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
🗺️📍Make every school break count!✨ Our guide shows all the longer breaks throughout the year, so you can plan trips without missing important school days.🌟
Whether you’re planning a quick getaway 🌄 or a longer adventure 🏖️, now it’s easier than ever to schedule trips without missing important school days! Take advantage of these opportunities to relax, explore and make memories! ✨
📅📌Check it out and start planning your next adventure today!
#SchoolBreaks #TravelPlanning #MakeMemories #AttendanceMatters #EverySchoolDayCounts #BedfordCountySchools
Behind every great day of learning is a great meal — and at the heart of that work are the incredible School Nutrition Professionals across #BedfordCountySchools. ❤️
Since the start of school in August, these dedicated teams have served more than 432,000 meals to #students! That’s 432,000 opportunities to fuel minds, support growth and show care for students each and every day. 🍎💪
From early mornings in the kitchen to the smiles shared in every cafeteria line, School Nutrition Professionals go above and beyond to make sure every child is nourished and ready to learn. Their hard work, creativity and commitment to #student well-being make a difference that extends far beyond the lunchroom.
#FuelingTheFuture #ServingWithHeart #ThankYou #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordProud
Over recent weekends, the #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool Marching Band has showcased incredible talent, teamwork and school spirit — earning top honors at two major competitions!
🎺 Columbia Invitational Marching Competition
📅 September 27 – Columbia, TN
Competing in Class 3A, the band impressed judges with their precision, sound and energy, bringing home:
🥇 1st Place Band
🥈 2nd Place Percussion
🥁 Indian Nation Invitational
📅 October 4 – Cunningham, TN
The momentum continued as they delivered another outstanding performance in Class 2A, earning:
🥇 1st Place Band
🥇 1st Place Percussion
🥈 2nd Place Color Guard
Each performance reflects countless hours of practice, dedication and teamwork from every band member, director and volunteer. We are so #BedfordProud of their hard work and the way they represent our schools and community with excellence — both on and off the field!
🎶 Next Up: Forrest Rocket Tournament of Bands!
📅 October 18 – Forrest School, Chapel Hill, TN at 6:30 PM
Come out and cheer on the band as they take the field once again! Let’s show our support and help them bring the energy, music and pride to the home crowd!💙💛
#MarchingBand #MarchingToVictory #LetsCheerThemOn #SCHSLegacy #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
🎉 Congratulations to our six #BedfordCountySchools that earned Level 5 School Status on both TVAAS and TN Ready for the 2024–2025 school year! 🌟
Based on last spring's TCAP and end-of-course state testing, Level 5 represents the highest rating of #student academic growth. This is one important piece of the accountability puzzle that reflects the hard work of our #students, teachers and school leaders. 👏
We are proud of the excellence happening across BCS! 💙📚
#WeAreBCS #Level5 #StudentSuccess #BedfordProud
📌📆Mark your calendars!
Our next session, “The Healthy Student,” 🩹🍎 will focus on practical ways families can help students stay safe and healthy. 💪 This hands-on workshop is a great opportunity to learn important skills you can use every day. ✅
#ParentUniversity #HealthyStudents #Learning #BCSParents #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
The first-ever #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool and Motlow State Community College Dual-Enrollment #CulinaryArts class is officially underway — giving #students the opportunity to earn college credit and hands-on industry experience. 🎉
This week marks a major milestone for the program as #Culinary 3 students prepare to take the ServSafe Managers industry certification exam which is a Tier 3 certification recognized by the State of Tennessee for its high level of industry achievement.
While some students are gearing up for certification, others are perfecting their craft in the Culinary Breads class, which meets each Wednesday evening. 🍞 Under the direction of Chef Michael Walker, students are learning the art and science of breadmaking — from technique to texture.
👏 Please join us in cheering on these talented young chefs as they continue developing their skills and preparing for bright futures in the culinary industry!
#CulinaryTalent #HandsOnLearning #WorkforceReady #CTE #SCHSLegacy #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
Our 7th and 8th graders from across the district came together today at the Bedford County Agriculture Center for an inspiring Middle School Career Fair! 🎓✨
#Students explored a variety of career paths, discovered new passions and learned essential skills for their future. From hands-on experiences to engaging conversations with professionals, it was all about career exploration and career readiness. 💼🚀
We’re proud to support our young learners as they take the first steps toward their dreams!🌍💡
#FutureReady #CareerExploration #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #DreamBig #ICanIWill #BedfordProud #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
🎉Celebrating Culture, Community and Connection! 🎉
What a fantastic week at #HarrisMiddleSchool as they recently celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month!🎊Students from #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool’s Spanish club joined SCHS ESL Teacher Tristea Bankston to welcome #students with smiles and high fives as part of high five Fridays. 🙌💫
We also want to send a big #ThankYou to La Rivera Mexican Restaurant and Jireth for treating the staff to some truly delicious flans in honor of the celebration! 🍮This was a wonderful reminder of the joy and richness diversity brings to our school community.🌎❤️
#HispanicHeritageMonth #HighFiveFriday #WeAreHarris #UnityInDiversity #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
💼 Middle School Career Fair – October 9
All 7th and 8th graders will explore a variety of career paths and opportunities!
💰 Game of Life - Live Simulation – November 19
All 11th graders will experience real-world financial literacy lessons in this hands-on event!
We’re grateful for our community’s support in helping students connect classroom learning to future success.
📣 Businesses and community partners: If you’d like to get involved, please reach out to
👉 Mr. Sam Blevins at Shelbyville Central High School,
👉 Mrs. Carol Garrette at the BCS Central Office, or
👉 Mrs. Kayley Pierce at Community High School.
#BCSConnects #CareerReady #FinancialLiteracy #CommunityPartners
🎉 Congratulations to our six #BedfordCountySchools that earned Level 5 School Status on both TVAAS and TN Ready for the 2024–2025 school year! 🌟
Based on last spring's TCAP and end-of-course state testing, Level 5 represents the highest rating of #student academic growth. This is one important piece of the accountability puzzle that reflects the hard work of our #students, teachers and school leaders. 👏
We are proud of the excellence happening across BCS! 💙📚
#WeAreBCS #Level5 #StudentSuccess #BedfordProud
🍬🧪 Sugar + Yeast = Science Magic!✨🎈
Recently, students at #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool, guided by instructor Karra Garrett, explored the fascinating world of yeast metabolism in an exciting fermentation lab.🥼🔬
💡 Essential Question: How does sugar affect the rate of carbon dioxide production during fermentation?🎈
Yeast, tiny unicellular fungi, switch from aerobic to anaerobic respiration when oxygen runs out — producing CO₂ gas and ethanol. Just like when making bread 🍞, yeast first uses up the available oxygen in the dough, then switches to anaerobic fermentation, causing the dough (or in this case, the balloons🎈) to rise!
In this hands-on experiment, #students added different amounts of sugar to yeast mixtures and observed how quickly the balloons inflated🎈 as carbon dioxide was produced. They recorded their observations and compared results to see how sugar levels affected fermentation rates 💨.
By observing yeast in action, students gained hands-on experience with chemical reactions and saw science come alive.🎈🔬✨
#STEM #Biology #HandsOnLearning #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #SCHSLegacy #BedfordProud #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
Cold weather is coming, and children across Bedford County could use our help! From September 1 – October 10, coats of all sizes—Youth XS to Adult 3X—are being collected to help keep kids warm this winter.
📌Please see the graphic for how to donate or call 931-619-8589 for more information. #ThankYou to #CommunityHighSchool alumna Haley Mitchell for organizing this effort!
Let’s come together and make a difference—every coat helps! 🫶
#CommunityInvolvement #CommunitySupport #BeAChangeMaker #BedfordCountySchools
📢🦠Don’t let the flu slow you down!🦠📢
📌Mark your calendars — #BedfordCountySchools and the Bedford County Health Department are teaming up to offer #FREE flu shots to our community. Protect yourself early and stay ahead of the flu this season!
📅 Tuesday, October 21, 2025
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Harris Middle School
✅ No appointment needed
✅ Quick, easy, and FREE
Stay healthy this season — see you there!
➡For more information about the flu vaccine visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/FightTheFlu/
#FightFluTN #FightFlu25 #StayHealthy #AttendanceMatters #EverySchoolDayCounts
The Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) public school funding formula marks a significant change in how Tennessee invests in public education. As part of TISA, T.C.A. § 49-3-112 requires each school district to submit an annual accountability report to #TDOE. Each district's TISA accountability report is required to be presented to the public for review & comment before the report is submitted to TDOE. To read #BedfordCountySchools’ Accountability Report & to provide a comment on our goals, recommended outcomes & action steps, visit:
https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/RequestForFeedback/
#Education #PublicFeedback #TDOE #BedfordCountySchools
