🎉Celebrating the Rookies of the Quarter for Quarter 1! 🎉
These first-year teachers have been recognized by their school #leadership for excelling in everything it takes to thrive in the #classroom —🎓learning classroom management, 📚 becoming content experts and ✨ juggling extra responsibilities — all while going above and beyond.
This quarter, we want to send #congratulations to Savannah Schweikert,
Joshua Rains, Breanna Whitaker, Stephanie Cates, Zoie Bondurant, Micah Rasnick, Shelbie Williams, and Rebecca Fanning👏 for making an incredible impact early in their first year of teaching!
Please join us in celebrating all of the talent, dedication and hard work of these Rookies of the Quarter! 🌟
#RookiesOfTheQuarter #NewTeachers #MakingADifference #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
These first-year teachers have been recognized by their school #leadership for excelling in everything it takes to thrive in the #classroom —🎓learning classroom management, 📚 becoming content experts and ✨ juggling extra responsibilities — all while going above and beyond.
This quarter, we want to send #congratulations to Savannah Schweikert,
Joshua Rains, Breanna Whitaker, Stephanie Cates, Zoie Bondurant, Micah Rasnick, Shelbie Williams, and Rebecca Fanning👏 for making an incredible impact early in their first year of teaching!
Please join us in celebrating all of the talent, dedication and hard work of these Rookies of the Quarter! 🌟
#RookiesOfTheQuarter #NewTeachers #MakingADifference #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
🎉 Congratulations to our Cascade High School Students of the Month for September! 🎉
Sponsored by First Community Bank of Shelbyville 🏦
🌟 9th Grade: Webb Schmidt
🌟 10th Grade: Hailey Manning
🌟 11th Grade: AJ Manus
🌟 12th Grade: Akayna Hadad
📚 Teacher of the Month: Mr. Simmons – World History
We're proud to recognize these outstanding individuals for their hard work, leadership, and positive impact on our school community. Keep up the great work, Champions!
#CascadeChampions #StudentOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth #CommunityPride #FirstCommunityBank #ExcellenceInEducation
Sponsored by First Community Bank of Shelbyville 🏦
🌟 9th Grade: Webb Schmidt
🌟 10th Grade: Hailey Manning
🌟 11th Grade: AJ Manus
🌟 12th Grade: Akayna Hadad
📚 Teacher of the Month: Mr. Simmons – World History
We're proud to recognize these outstanding individuals for their hard work, leadership, and positive impact on our school community. Keep up the great work, Champions!
#CascadeChampions #StudentOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth #CommunityPride #FirstCommunityBank #ExcellenceInEducation
🧡 Friendship Day – Stand Up Against Bullying! 🧡
This October 22nd, let's unite by wearing orange 🟠 to show our commitment to kindness 💛, acceptance 🤝 and inclusion 🌍. Together, we can create a world where bullying 🚫 is not tolerated, and every individual feels valued and supported 💪.
Every small act of friendship 🤗 and courage sends a powerful message: we all have the power to make a difference!🌟
Let's make a visible statement that bullying has no place in our communities. Stand up 📣, speak out 🗣️ and show that kindness matters.💖
#FriendshipDay #StopBullying #WearOrange #KindnessMatters #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
This October 22nd, let's unite by wearing orange 🟠 to show our commitment to kindness 💛, acceptance 🤝 and inclusion 🌍. Together, we can create a world where bullying 🚫 is not tolerated, and every individual feels valued and supported 💪.
Every small act of friendship 🤗 and courage sends a powerful message: we all have the power to make a difference!🌟
Let's make a visible statement that bullying has no place in our communities. Stand up 📣, speak out 🗣️ and show that kindness matters.💖
#FriendshipDay #StopBullying #WearOrange #KindnessMatters #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
🌱Recognizing Growth. Celebrating Success. 🚀
#BedfordCountySchools is proud to recognize our 2024–25 educators and schools who have achieved outstanding #student growth and success! 👏
🌟#Congratulations to our TVAAS & TNReady Level 5 and Level 4 Growth Teachers, our Kindergarten & Pre-K Portfolio Teachers and the schools that achieved Level 5 growth!
Your dedication, passion and creativity make a lasting impact, helping #students grow, achieve and reach new heights every day. 🌱We’re proud to celebrate your excellence in teaching and the difference you make across our district!
#GrowthMindset #ExcellenceInEducation #InspiringEducators #MakingADifference #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
#BedfordCountySchools is proud to recognize our 2024–25 educators and schools who have achieved outstanding #student growth and success! 👏
🌟#Congratulations to our TVAAS & TNReady Level 5 and Level 4 Growth Teachers, our Kindergarten & Pre-K Portfolio Teachers and the schools that achieved Level 5 growth!
Your dedication, passion and creativity make a lasting impact, helping #students grow, achieve and reach new heights every day. 🌱We’re proud to celebrate your excellence in teaching and the difference you make across our district!
#GrowthMindset #ExcellenceInEducation #InspiringEducators #MakingADifference #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
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
🐴🧡🖤 What a Weekend for the Cascade High School Band! 🎶
On Saturday, October 18th, the #CascadeHighSchool band competed at the Forrest Rocket Tournament of Bands and delivered a show-stopping performance that impressed everyone in attendance! From start to finish, the Champions' energy, precision and passion lit up the field. 💪
🏆 In Class E:
🥇 Best in Class Field Commander
🥁 Best in Class Percussion
🎨 Best in Class Color Guard
🥇 1st Place
✨ Overall Awards:
🏅 Best Field Commander
🏅 Best Color Guard
🎵 Overall High Music Score
🎬 Overall High Visual Score
💫 Spirit Award
👑 Grand Champion!
This talented group continues to shine with every performance! Their hard work, teamwork and dedication set the standard for excellence in marching band. 🧡🖤
🎺 Next up: Contest of Champions at MTSU on Saturday, October 25th — performance time is 11:00 a.m.! Come out and cheer them on as they take the field once again! 💥
#MarchingBand #WalkLikeAChampion #CascadeLegacy #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
On Saturday, October 18th, the #CascadeHighSchool band competed at the Forrest Rocket Tournament of Bands and delivered a show-stopping performance that impressed everyone in attendance! From start to finish, the Champions' energy, precision and passion lit up the field. 💪
🏆 In Class E:
🥇 Best in Class Field Commander
🥁 Best in Class Percussion
🎨 Best in Class Color Guard
🥇 1st Place
✨ Overall Awards:
🏅 Best Field Commander
🏅 Best Color Guard
🎵 Overall High Music Score
🎬 Overall High Visual Score
💫 Spirit Award
👑 Grand Champion!
This talented group continues to shine with every performance! Their hard work, teamwork and dedication set the standard for excellence in marching band. 🧡🖤
🎺 Next up: Contest of Champions at MTSU on Saturday, October 25th — performance time is 11:00 a.m.! Come out and cheer them on as they take the field once again! 💥
#MarchingBand #WalkLikeAChampion #CascadeLegacy #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
🎉🧡🖤 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CHAMPIONS OF GROWTH! 🖤🧡🎉
Cascade High is PROUD to recognize our outstanding teachers who earned Level 4 and Level 5 awards for exceptional student growth on the Tennessee End of Course exams! 📈💪
🔥 Level 5
🏆 Mrs. Cantrell – Algebra I
🏆 Mr. Bankston – U.S. History & Top 5 in Growth in the District!
🏆 Mrs. Yates – Geometry
⚡️ Level 4
🌟 Mrs. Sudduth – Algebra II
🌟 Mrs. Winton – English I
Your dedication, hard work, and passion for student success make Cascade shine! 🌟
💥 Go Champions! Go Cascade! 💥
#OrangeAndBlack #CascadePride #ExcellenceInEducation #TNEOC #TeacherAppreciation #BedfordCountySchools #WalkLikeAChampion
Cascade High is PROUD to recognize our outstanding teachers who earned Level 4 and Level 5 awards for exceptional student growth on the Tennessee End of Course exams! 📈💪
🔥 Level 5
🏆 Mrs. Cantrell – Algebra I
🏆 Mr. Bankston – U.S. History & Top 5 in Growth in the District!
🏆 Mrs. Yates – Geometry
⚡️ Level 4
🌟 Mrs. Sudduth – Algebra II
🌟 Mrs. Winton – English I
Your dedication, hard work, and passion for student success make Cascade shine! 🌟
💥 Go Champions! Go Cascade! 💥
#OrangeAndBlack #CascadePride #ExcellenceInEducation #TNEOC #TeacherAppreciation #BedfordCountySchools #WalkLikeAChampion
💛 Empowering Creativity in the Classroom! 💛
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
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
🚗✈️Travel Planning Made Easier!✈️🚗
🗺️📍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
🗺️📍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
🏌️♀️ Historic Victory & Well-Deserved Honor! 🏆
#BedfordCountySchools is proud to announce that #CascadeHighSchool Coach Jeremy Bankston has been named the 2024-2025 TSSAA Girls Golf Coach of the Year!
This prestigious recognition comes after an outstanding season, during which Coach Bankston led the Cascade Lady Champions to the 2024 TSSAA Girls Golf State Championship!🥇
Coach Bankston's dedication, leadership and commitment to excellence guided the team to achieve exceptional skill, determination and sportsmanship both on and off the course.
👏 #Congratulations to Coach Jeremy Bankston!
#TSSAA #StateChamps #CoachOfTheYear #WalkLikeAChampion #CascadeLegacy #BedfordProud
#BedfordCountySchools is proud to announce that #CascadeHighSchool Coach Jeremy Bankston has been named the 2024-2025 TSSAA Girls Golf Coach of the Year!
This prestigious recognition comes after an outstanding season, during which Coach Bankston led the Cascade Lady Champions to the 2024 TSSAA Girls Golf State Championship!🥇
Coach Bankston's dedication, leadership and commitment to excellence guided the team to achieve exceptional skill, determination and sportsmanship both on and off the course.
👏 #Congratulations to Coach Jeremy Bankston!
#TSSAA #StateChamps #CoachOfTheYear #WalkLikeAChampion #CascadeLegacy #BedfordProud
🍽🥗432,000 meals served — and counting! 🥗🍽
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
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
📢 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
🎺🎶Cascade Marching Band Shines in Memphis! 🎶🥁
The #CascadeHighSchool marching band recently traveled to Memphis for the Bands of America Memphis Regional and delivered an outstanding performance after months of hard work and dedication! 🌟
In Class A, they received:
🏆 1st Place Regional Class A Champion
🎵 Outstanding Music Performance
👀 Outstanding Visual Performance
✨ Outstanding General Effect
They also performed in exhibition during finals, showcasing the talent, teamwork and countless hours of practice that went into this incredible performance.
We want to send a huge #Congratulations to the #students and directors for their commitment, skill and remarkable achievement!🧡🖤
#HardWorkPaysOff #WalkLikeAChampion #CascadeLegacy #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
The #CascadeHighSchool marching band recently traveled to Memphis for the Bands of America Memphis Regional and delivered an outstanding performance after months of hard work and dedication! 🌟
In Class A, they received:
🏆 1st Place Regional Class A Champion
🎵 Outstanding Music Performance
👀 Outstanding Visual Performance
✨ Outstanding General Effect
They also performed in exhibition during finals, showcasing the talent, teamwork and countless hours of practice that went into this incredible performance.
We want to send a huge #Congratulations to the #students and directors for their commitment, skill and remarkable achievement!🧡🖤
#HardWorkPaysOff #WalkLikeAChampion #CascadeLegacy #BedfordProud #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
🍭💖 A Sweet Day of Learning at Cascade High! 💖🍭
Students in the #CascadeHighSchool #CulinaryArts program, led by instructor Megan Sager, recently got hands-on experience in candy making from 🍭Mr. Willie Seibers of Mr. Willie's Candy!
From picking flavors 🍓🍋 and mixing colors 🌈 to pouring and shaping the candy 🍯✨, #students were actively involved in every step. They even packaged their finished treats 🎁 while learning the creativity and skill that goes into each piece 👏.
We want to send a big #ThankYou to Mr. Seibers for sharing your time, talent and sweetness with the next generation of culinary artists! 💕
#FutureChefs #HandsOnLearning #CTE #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #CulinaryTalent #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
Students in the #CascadeHighSchool #CulinaryArts program, led by instructor Megan Sager, recently got hands-on experience in candy making from 🍭Mr. Willie Seibers of Mr. Willie's Candy!
From picking flavors 🍓🍋 and mixing colors 🌈 to pouring and shaping the candy 🍯✨, #students were actively involved in every step. They even packaged their finished treats 🎁 while learning the creativity and skill that goes into each piece 👏.
We want to send a big #ThankYou to Mr. Seibers for sharing your time, talent and sweetness with the next generation of culinary artists! 💕
#FutureChefs #HandsOnLearning #CTE #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #CulinaryTalent #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent Parent University session at #HarrisMiddleSchool! 👏 Families learned valuable information about sexting 📱 and vaping 🚭—two important topics for keeping our #students safe and informed.
📌📆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
📌📆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
🧡🖤Champions Inspiring the Next Generation of Readers! 📚
Recently, members of the National Honor Society from #CascadeHighSchool showed what it means to be true Champions by sharing their love of reading with #CascadeElementarySchool 1st graders! ✨📚
The high school #students read stories and gifted each child a “reading buddy” squishy pal to kick off their AR reading adventure.
It’s always inspiring to see Champions of all ages encouraging a lifelong love of reading!🧡🖤
#NHS #ReadingMatters #WalkLikeAChampion #WhereChamiponsAreMade #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
Recently, members of the National Honor Society from #CascadeHighSchool showed what it means to be true Champions by sharing their love of reading with #CascadeElementarySchool 1st graders! ✨📚
The high school #students read stories and gifted each child a “reading buddy” squishy pal to kick off their AR reading adventure.
It’s always inspiring to see Champions of all ages encouraging a lifelong love of reading!🧡🖤
#NHS #ReadingMatters #WalkLikeAChampion #WhereChamiponsAreMade #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
📢 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
🌟 Today’s Future Leaders in Action! 🌟
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
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
🌟🌮Spirit Day Alert!🌮🌟
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
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
