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
📢 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
🎉🍎 BIG NEWS for our students & families! 🍎🎉
Thanks to our participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), ALL #students (Pre-K through 12) can enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch every school day! 🎉✨
Eating well = learning well! When kids have access to healthy food, they’re more focused, energized and ready to take on the day. 💪🥪🍎
📢Note: A la carte items are available for purchase.📢
Let’s keep our students strong, healthy and ready to shine! 🌟
#FreeMeals #HealthyKids #FuelForSuccess #SchoolNutrition #BedfordCountySchools
Thanks to our participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), ALL #students (Pre-K through 12) can enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch every school day! 🎉✨
Eating well = learning well! When kids have access to healthy food, they’re more focused, energized and ready to take on the day. 💪🥪🍎
📢Note: A la carte items are available for purchase.📢
Let’s keep our students strong, healthy and ready to shine! 🌟
#FreeMeals #HealthyKids #FuelForSuccess #SchoolNutrition #BedfordCountySchools
📚✨ Welcome Back, BCS Team! ✨📚
🎉What an amazing start to the 2026–2027 school year! Recently, #BedfordCountySchools held its district-wide kickoff at #ShelbyvilleCentralHighSchool, bringing together teachers, staff and school leaders for a day filled with celebration, encouragement and community spirit. 🎉
We were inspired by words of encouragement and uplifted by the support of our amazing #communitypartners, who brought excitement, door prizes and heartfelt appreciation for the work happening across the district. From local businesses to organizations who believe in the power of education, we are beyond #grateful for your continued support. 🫶🤝
Here’s to a year of growth, learning and success. Let’s make it unforgettable! 🚀🍎
#BackToSchool #StrongerTogether #WeAreReady #ILovePublicSchools #LiveYourWHYEveryDay
📢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
Come see us for Open House!!!
✨ Open House is Almost Here! ✨
We can't wait to welcome our students and families back for another amazing year at Eakin Elementary School!
PreK Open House
🗓️ Friday, August 1
🕙 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
*PreK teachers will contact families to help them sign up for a time to visit the classroom.
Open House (Kindergarten–5th Grade)
🗓️ Monday, August 3
🕟 4:30–6:30 PM
Come meet your teacher, visit your classroom, and get excited for an incredible school year!
Room meetings will be held for each grade level K-5 with important information for the year.
We encourage you to make plans to attend!
5th Grade 4:30–4:50 PM in Room 128
4th Grade 4:50–5:10 PM in Room 125
Kindergarten 5:10–5:30 PM in the Cafeteria
1st Grade 5:30–5:50 PM in Room 117
2nd Grade 5:50–6:10 PM in Room 120
3rd Grade 6:10–6:30 PM in Room 121
At Eakin, every child belongs, every child matters, and every child is valued.
💙 I am loved. I am seen. I am heard. 💚
We can't wait to see your smiling faces and kick off another fantastic year together!
We can't wait to welcome our students and families back for another amazing year at Eakin Elementary School!
PreK Open House
🗓️ Friday, August 1
🕙 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
*PreK teachers will contact families to help them sign up for a time to visit the classroom.
Open House (Kindergarten–5th Grade)
🗓️ Monday, August 3
🕟 4:30–6:30 PM
Come meet your teacher, visit your classroom, and get excited for an incredible school year!
Room meetings will be held for each grade level K-5 with important information for the year.
We encourage you to make plans to attend!
5th Grade 4:30–4:50 PM in Room 128
4th Grade 4:50–5:10 PM in Room 125
Kindergarten 5:10–5:30 PM in the Cafeteria
1st Grade 5:30–5:50 PM in Room 117
2nd Grade 5:50–6:10 PM in Room 120
3rd Grade 6:10–6:30 PM in Room 121
At Eakin, every child belongs, every child matters, and every child is valued.
💙 I am loved. I am seen. I am heard. 💚
We can't wait to see your smiling faces and kick off another fantastic year together!
🎒✏️ School Supply Shopping Made EASY! 🛒📚
🚨📢BONUS: Tennessee’s Tax-Free Weekend starts TOMORROW (July 31 - August 2)! Take advantage of the savings while checking everything off your list in minutes. 💰🛒
Our 2026-2027 School Supply Lists are now available on our BCS websites! 🙌
Just click the link below to:
✅ View your child’s supply list, and take this with you to the store, OR
🛍️ Shop it all in ONE click through trusted retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Target & more!
➡️🔗https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/school-supplies
It’s fast, simple and stress-free — everything you need for the first day of school, done in minutes! 💥
#BackToSchool #SchoolSupplies #TeacherLists #OneClickShopping #BedfordCountySchool
🚨📢BONUS: Tennessee’s Tax-Free Weekend starts TOMORROW (July 31 - August 2)! Take advantage of the savings while checking everything off your list in minutes. 💰🛒
Our 2026-2027 School Supply Lists are now available on our BCS websites! 🙌
Just click the link below to:
✅ View your child’s supply list, and take this with you to the store, OR
🛍️ Shop it all in ONE click through trusted retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Target & more!
➡️🔗https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/school-supplies
It’s fast, simple and stress-free — everything you need for the first day of school, done in minutes! 💥
#BackToSchool #SchoolSupplies #TeacherLists #OneClickShopping #BedfordCountySchool
🦷✨ It's TODAY! Children’s Dental Day! ✨🦷
The Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc. will be hosting a Children’s Dental Day for children ages 3–18.
📅 TODAY, July 30, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc.
200 Dover St., Suite 202, Shelbyville, TN 37160
📣 Please see the attached graphic for full details and important information.
#StudentWellness #HealthySmiles #HealthyStudents #BedfordCountySchools
✏️📚 A big THANK YOU to Duck River Electric Membership Corporation for supporting #BedfordCountySchools through its "Stuff the Bucket" school supply drive! 💙
This community initiative, inspired by the buckets on DREMC's line trucks, encouraged employees, members and local residents to donate new school supplies to help #students start the school year with the tools they need to succeed. The drive collected essential classroom items all of which will help support students across our district.
The generosity of Duck River Electric and everyone who donated is an investment in the success of our students. Your commitment to #education will make a meaningful difference as students begin the new school year. 🍎✏️
#CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #Generous #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford
This community initiative, inspired by the buckets on DREMC's line trucks, encouraged employees, members and local residents to donate new school supplies to help #students start the school year with the tools they need to succeed. The drive collected essential classroom items all of which will help support students across our district.
The generosity of Duck River Electric and everyone who donated is an investment in the success of our students. Your commitment to #education will make a meaningful difference as students begin the new school year. 🍎✏️
#CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #Generous #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBedford
🚍📚 Rolling into the New School Year! 📚🚍
Recently, principals and teachers from #EakinElementarySchool climbed aboard a school bus for a special neighborhood book tour!
They visited local neighborhoods to surprise #students with free books while sharing smiles, stories and excitement as the first day of school gets closer.✨
It was a wonderful way to kick off the new school year by building connections, encouraging a love of reading and reminding families that Eakin is more than just a place to learn. It's a community. 💬📖✨
#WelcomeBack #EakinEinsteins #LovedSeenHeard #BedfordCountySchools
Recently, principals and teachers from #EakinElementarySchool climbed aboard a school bus for a special neighborhood book tour!
They visited local neighborhoods to surprise #students with free books while sharing smiles, stories and excitement as the first day of school gets closer.✨
It was a wonderful way to kick off the new school year by building connections, encouraging a love of reading and reminding families that Eakin is more than just a place to learn. It's a community. 💬📖✨
#WelcomeBack #EakinEinsteins #LovedSeenHeard #BedfordCountySchools
🏡📌 What’s Your Address?📌🏡
For the 2026-27 school year, proof of residency will continue to be REQUIRED for all K-12 #students.
📂 What works as proof?
✅ Utility Statement
✅ Letter of Correspondence from a Government Agency
✅ Lease Agreement
🌟 Help us keep our schools strong and ready for every #student.📅 Let’s make this school year the best yet!
Questions? Please see graphic for more information.
#WhatsYourAddress #LearningStartsHere #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
For the 2026-27 school year, proof of residency will continue to be REQUIRED for all K-12 #students.
📂 What works as proof?
✅ Utility Statement
✅ Letter of Correspondence from a Government Agency
✅ Lease Agreement
🌟 Help us keep our schools strong and ready for every #student.📅 Let’s make this school year the best yet!
Questions? Please see graphic for more information.
#WhatsYourAddress #LearningStartsHere #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
📣 Welcome Back, BCS Families! 🎒🍎
Superintendent Mr. Tim Harwell is excited to welcome all students, staff and families to the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
🎥Listen in here as he shares a back to school message with students and families.
Together, let's make it a year full of growth, learning and success! 🌟
#WeAreBCS #BackToSchool #BedfordCountySchools
🚌 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
📢THERE HAS BEEN AN UPDATE TO 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
💙 The Eakin Neighborhood Bus Tour is Back! 💚
Get ready, Eakin families! Your favorite Eakin teachers and staff are hitting the road and coming to a neighborhood near you!
We'll be making stops throughout our community to say hello, share smiles, give hugs, and hand out FREE books to our students. We can't wait to see our Eakin families before the first day of school and kick off another amazing year together!
Monday, July 27
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
Keep an eye out for the big yellow school bus—we hope to see you outside when we roll by! 🚍
At Eakin, our students are loved, seen, and heard... and we can't wait to see you! 💙💚
Get ready, Eakin families! Your favorite Eakin teachers and staff are hitting the road and coming to a neighborhood near you!
We'll be making stops throughout our community to say hello, share smiles, give hugs, and hand out FREE books to our students. We can't wait to see our Eakin families before the first day of school and kick off another amazing year together!
Monday, July 27
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
Keep an eye out for the big yellow school bus—we hope to see you outside when we roll by! 🚍
At Eakin, our students are loved, seen, and heard... and we can't wait to see you! 💙💚
🦷✨ Children’s Dental Day Coming Soon! ✨🦷
The Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc. will be hosting a Children’s Dental Day for children ages 3–18.
📅 July 30, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc.
200 Dover St., Suite 202, Shelbyville, TN 37160
📣 Please see the attached graphic for full details and important information.
#StudentWellness #HealthySmiles #HealthyStudents #BedfordCountySchools
The Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc. will be hosting a Children’s Dental Day for children ages 3–18.
📅 July 30, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County, Inc.
200 Dover St., Suite 202, Shelbyville, TN 37160
📣 Please see the attached graphic for full details and important information.
#StudentWellness #HealthySmiles #HealthyStudents #BedfordCountySchools
✨🍎Welcome, New Teachers, to the #BedfordCountySchools Team!🍎✨
This week we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest educators at #BCSConnect, a special event designed to support and connect new teachers ahead of the school year.
Over the course of the event, they spent time learning, building relationships and getting equipped for day one. 💻💼📚 From important sessions to team bonding moments, it was a great start to an exciting journey!
#ThankYou to retired educator Mr. Bill Pietkiewicz for delivering a keynote address to our new teachers!
We’re so excited to have these passionate professionals join the #BCSFamily! We can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make in classrooms across our district. Here’s to an incredible year ahead! 🙌
#BackToSchool #Teacher #TogetherWeLearn #LifetimeLearners #BedfordProud
Five Bedford County Schools educators spent part of their summer investing in what matters — helping students become stronger writers!
Eakin Principal Meredith Gilliland, BCS Communications Director Carol Garrette, Community Middle 7th Grade ELA Teacher Reagan Steenbergen, Eakin 3rd Grade Teacher Chasity Stewart and Southside 5th Grade English Teacher Crystal Hathcock recently participated in a two-day TCAP Writing Bootcamp at Middle Tennessee State University, hosted by the #MiddleTennesseeWritingProject. Led by #IgniteLiteracyServices' Merideth Myers, the professional learning experience equipped participants with effective instructional strategies and valuable resources to strengthen writing instruction in the classroom.
We are proud of these educators for dedicating their summer to learning, growing, and bringing new ideas back to Bedford County Schools. Their commitment to continuous improvement means even greater opportunities for our students to build confidence and succeed as writers.
Thank you for always striving to give our students the very best! ✏️📚
#GrowingGreatWriters #ProfessionalLearning #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
Eakin Principal Meredith Gilliland, BCS Communications Director Carol Garrette, Community Middle 7th Grade ELA Teacher Reagan Steenbergen, Eakin 3rd Grade Teacher Chasity Stewart and Southside 5th Grade English Teacher Crystal Hathcock recently participated in a two-day TCAP Writing Bootcamp at Middle Tennessee State University, hosted by the #MiddleTennesseeWritingProject. Led by #IgniteLiteracyServices' Merideth Myers, the professional learning experience equipped participants with effective instructional strategies and valuable resources to strengthen writing instruction in the classroom.
We are proud of these educators for dedicating their summer to learning, growing, and bringing new ideas back to Bedford County Schools. Their commitment to continuous improvement means even greater opportunities for our students to build confidence and succeed as writers.
Thank you for always striving to give our students the very best! ✏️📚
#GrowingGreatWriters #ProfessionalLearning #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordCountySchools
🚨 OPEN HOUSE DATE CORRECTION 🚨
Oops! We made a mistake on our previous post. 😊 Please note the correct PreK Open House date below.
✨ Open House is Almost Here! ✨
We can't wait to welcome our students and families back for another amazing year at Eakin Elementary School!
💙 PreK Open House
🗓️ Monday, August 3
🕙 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
PreK teachers will contact families to schedule a time to visit the classroom.
💚 Open House (Kindergarten–5th Grade)
🗓️ Monday, August 3
🕟 4:30–6:30 PM
Come meet your teacher, visit your classroom, and get excited for an incredible school year!
📚 Grade Level Room Meetings (K–5)
Please plan to attend your child's grade-level meeting to receive important information for the school year.
🕟 5th Grade: 4:30–4:50 PM — Room 128
🕔 4th Grade: 4:50–5:10 PM — Room 125
🕠 Kindergarten: 5:10–5:30 PM — Cafeteria
🕠 1st Grade: 5:30–5:50 PM — Room 117
🕕 2nd Grade: 5:50–6:10 PM — Room 120
🕕 3rd Grade: 6:10–6:30 PM — Room 121
At Eakin, every child belongs, every child matters, and every child is valued.
💙 I am loved. 💚
💙 I am seen. 💚
💙 I am heard. 💚
We can't wait to see your smiling faces and kick off another fantastic year together! 🎉🏫💙💚
Oops! We made a mistake on our previous post. 😊 Please note the correct PreK Open House date below.
✨ Open House is Almost Here! ✨
We can't wait to welcome our students and families back for another amazing year at Eakin Elementary School!
💙 PreK Open House
🗓️ Monday, August 3
🕙 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
PreK teachers will contact families to schedule a time to visit the classroom.
💚 Open House (Kindergarten–5th Grade)
🗓️ Monday, August 3
🕟 4:30–6:30 PM
Come meet your teacher, visit your classroom, and get excited for an incredible school year!
📚 Grade Level Room Meetings (K–5)
Please plan to attend your child's grade-level meeting to receive important information for the school year.
🕟 5th Grade: 4:30–4:50 PM — Room 128
🕔 4th Grade: 4:50–5:10 PM — Room 125
🕠 Kindergarten: 5:10–5:30 PM — Cafeteria
🕠 1st Grade: 5:30–5:50 PM — Room 117
🕕 2nd Grade: 5:50–6:10 PM — Room 120
🕕 3rd Grade: 6:10–6:30 PM — Room 121
At Eakin, every child belongs, every child matters, and every child is valued.
💙 I am loved. 💚
💙 I am seen. 💚
💙 I am heard. 💚
We can't wait to see your smiling faces and kick off another fantastic year together! 🎉🏫💙💚
