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
On October 11th from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Jernigan Field in Wartrace, the community can learn important fire and child safety information.
Highlights include:
🚁 Life Flight helicopter (weather permitting)
🚗 Free car seat checks by the Tennessee Highway Patrol
🔥 Fire safety tips from the Wartrace Volunteer Fire Department
👮♂️ Child safety tips from the Bedford County Sheriff’s Department
🎁 Car seat raffle
This event is a valuable opportunity for families to learn about keeping children safe, preventing accidents and preparing for emergencies. Attendees can gather tips and information that make a real difference at home, in the car and throughout the community.
#FireAndSafetyDay #CommunitySafety #LifeFlight #CarSeatCheck #SafetyFirst #BedfordCountySchools
We are incredibly grateful to Soles4Souls for their generous donation of shoes to #students in #BedfordCountySchools who need them. Your kindness is not just about footwear—it’s about giving our students confidence, comfort and the opportunity to walk into their school days ready to succeed.
#ThankYou for helping us step forward together. Your support is making a real difference in the lives of our students every single day!❤️🙌
#CommunitySupport #Generous #CommunityPartners #BedfordProud #WeAreBCS
Recently, our #students were treated to an unforgettable experience thanks to Cooper Steel and their incredible Twelve12 Legacy program.
Through this program, high school students mentor elementary students, focusing on academic growth, character development and the values of hard work, kindness and integrity — making a real difference in our community. 🤝🌟
To celebrate, Cooper Steel hosted a generous luncheon sponsored by Rowdy Ranch for our high school students 🍽️ and welcomed the inspiring Inky Johnson to share his powerful message with our students. As Inky stated, "I always had people in my life who saw things in me I didn’t see in myself." 💫
The Twelve12 Legacy program gives students that same opportunity — to see their own potential and believe in themselves. 🌟Moments like this leave everyone full of motivation, encouragement and connection that lasts a lifetime.
We want to send a huge #ThankYou to Cooper Steel! 💛 Your dedication to supporting and uplifting our students is truly creating a full-circle impact that will last for generations to come. 🌍✨
#Twelve12Legacy #CommunitySupport #StudentSuccess #Inspiration #Gratitude #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
🎓Join Us for Parent University!🎓 It's for all, and it's #FREE!
🗓️ Date: October 9th
⏰ 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 sexting and vaping.
Learn what it means for your child to make smart choices about sexting, vaping and social apps—and how you can support them.🏆 Knowledge is power, and your involvement matters!💡💪
📢 Spread the Word! See you there! 👋
#ParentUniversity #FutureSuccess #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #BedfordCountySchools
