❤️Student Spotlight: Saving Lives & Making a Difference ❤️
#BedfordCountySchools is incredibly proud of Kaegan Young, a senior from #CascadeHighSchool, who turned compassion into action — and helped save lives in the process!
As part of the American Red Cross Leaders Save Lives program, Kaegan hosted a community blood drive on June 19, 2025, collecting an amazing 158 blood donations from 131 donors, including 54 first-time donors. Because of her leadership and dedication, she earned a $2,500 scholarship and a gift card — well deserved!
This blood drive was especially meaningful. Kaegan organized it in honor of her younger sister, Kaemey, who is currently battling Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
The scholarship was presented by representatives from the American Red Cross, including Ron Simmons, District Manager for Tennessee; Brandie Spradley, Booking Manager; and Gene Baker, Account Manager, who joined Kaegan and her parents in recognizing her extraordinary service and leadership.
We are #BedfordProud to celebrate #students who lead with heart, serve their communities and make a difference beyond the classroom. #Congratulations, Kaegan!🫶❤️
#AmericanRedCross #BeAChangeMaker #RaisingTheBar #WalkLikeAChampion #BedfordCountySchools
#BedfordCountySchools is partnering with Soles4Souls to host a district-wide shoe drive!
From January 20 – February 28, we’ll be collecting new or gently used shoes to help support McKinney-Vento students and others in need throughout our community.
📍 Shoe collection bins will be placed at each school and at the Central Office.
📦 Bins will be delivered starting January 15.
This is a wonderful opportunity to give back and make a difference—one step at a time! 💙👟
#ThankYou for helping us support our #students and families.
#Soles4Souls #CommunityPartners #CommunitySupport #SteppingUp #GiveBack #WeAreBCS
We are excited to partner with Soles4Souls for a district-wide shoe drive running from January 20 – February 28, and Cascade High School is all in!
There will be a shoe collection bin at Cascade High School, along with bins at each school across the district and at Central Office. Bins will be delivered starting January 15.
We are collecting new or gently used shoes, and every donation helps make a difference. Through this partnership, Soles4Souls provides new shoes to BCS students, including McKinney-Vento students and others in need, helping remove barriers so our students can focus on learning and growing.
This is a wonderful way for our Cascade Champions community to give back and support students across Bedford County. Thank you for helping us make a positive impact — one pair of shoes at a time! 🧡🖤
The Bedford County Swim Team wrapped up their final home meet of the season with an exciting showdown against Coffee County Swim Team and St. Andrew's-Sewanee School! This meet was the last chance for these swimmers to qualify for the MTHSSA Regional Swim Meet at Centennial Sportsplex.
📌📅 Regional Meet Dates:
High School: January 23
Middle School: January 24
💦High School Qualifiers:
#CascadeHighSchool: Reidy Brainard & Antonella Delacruz
The Webb School: Paizley Hodges
💦 Middle School Qualifiers:
#ThomasMagnetSchool: Logan Luna & Leah Landers
#HarrisMiddleSchool: Juliet Azpeitia
#CascadeMiddleSchool: Tristan Young, Sullivan Brainard, Givens Brainard & Piercen McGee
Homeschooled: Cayden Drawdy
#Congratulations to all swimmers for an incredible season! Now let’s cheer them on as they make a splash at regionals! 💦👏
#SwimTeam #GreatJob #WalkLikeAChampion #TalkLikeAChampion #WeAreHarris #AdventureAwaits #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
📊 Celebrating Our 2024–25 TN Report Card Results! 📊
We are proud to share the results from the Tennessee Department of Education Report Cards for the 2024–25 school year!
🎉 Congratulations to all schools that earned an A or B! Your dedication and hard work are making a real difference in the lives of our students.
🏅 Special congratulations to schools that scored a 5 – the highest achievement – in one or more sub-indicators: Achievement, Growth, Growth of Highest-Need Students and College & Career Readiness.
Thank you to all of our teachers, staff, students and families for your commitment to excellence. Your efforts continue to help every student succeed and reach their full potential! 💙📚
#TDOEReportCards #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
🍴🔥 Cooking Up Success! 🔥🍴
Please join us in sending a huge #congratulations to two talented #students from #CascadeHighSchool who are advancing to the top 8 in the Tennessee State Junior Chef Competition, a statewide, high school-level culinary challenge!
This first round focused on nutrition with teams creating a recipe that met strict National School Lunch Program guidelines—including under 750 calories, less than 1,000 mg of sodium, and other nutritional requirements.
🎉 Isabella Highfill and Hannah Nevills, students in Megan Sager's Culinary Arts class, impressed judges with their dish: honey bbq chicken breast on a bed of whole-grain rice, served with sweet potato fries, smashed carrots and a strawberry cup.
Next stop: the live cooking round, where the top teams will prepare their meals in front of judges! 👩🍳👨🍳
#CTE #CulinaryArts #CulinaryTalent #WalkLikeAChampion #CascadeLegacy #BedfordProud #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
Yearbooks are on sale now through February 15 for $75.
Order yours today at 👉 buytheyearbook.com
🎓 Senior Parents:
If you would like to purchase and design a Senior Ad for your student in the yearbook, those can be created directly on buytheyearbook.com and are due by January 31.
A sample ad is attached below for reference.
Don’t miss the chance to preserve this year’s memories!
🎓Join Us for Parent University!🎓 It's for all, and it's #FREE!
🗓️ Date: January 15th
⏰ 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 how to prepare for middle school.
Learn from our middle school principals about ways to support your child as they transition to middle school, from building confidence and independence to understanding academics, managing time and organization, navigating social changes and partnering with teachers and staff.
🏆 Knowledge is power, and your involvement matters!💡💪 📢 Spread the Word! See you there! 👋
#ParentUniversity #FutureSuccess #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #BedfordCountySchools
Cascade High School has earned a Level 5 on all four state indicators, making us 1 of only 27 high schools in the entire state to reach this distinction — and we also received an overall A grade from the state!
This accomplishment would not be possible without the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our students, faculty, staff, and our Cascade family. Thank you for making Cascade a place of excellence every day! 🖤🧡
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
📚✨ Staff Development Day in Action! ✨📚
While #students are enjoying the last day of winter break, teachers across the district are hard at work growing their skills! At #CommunityElementarySchool, 1st grade teachers from across #BedfordCountySchools came together to collaborate on intellectual prep, exchanging ideas and strategies to make learning even more engaging for our students.
We love seeing our teachers in action with teamwork, creativity and dedication in full display! 💡💛
#StaffDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #CollaborationInAction #WeLoveOurTeachers
🚨 Mark Your Calendars! 🚨
Our #BedfordCountySchools SRO officers met today to prepare for the county-wide emergency preparedness drill that is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026. This drill, conducted in partnership with local law enforcement, first responders and Homeland Security, strengthens coordination, sharpens response skills and helps ensure everyone is ready in case of an emergency. 💪🚓
#MarkYourCalendars #SafetyFirst #PreparedNotScared #SchoolSafety #EmergencyPreparedness
Registration for the Connected Community 5K officially opened Monday, 12/15/2025; the early bird rate of $25 for adults/$20 for students lasts through January 31.
https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Shelbyville/CommunityConnection5K.
Don't forget that since it is on Mother's Day Weekend, all our moms will be especially honored as they cross the finish line!
Monday, January 5, 2026, is a Staff Development Day for all faculty and staff — no school for students.
Students will return on January 6, 2026 as we kick off a brand-new spring semester! 🌟
We can’t wait to welcome everyone back and start the new year strong!
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
📢 Need affordable child care before and after school?
The Student Age Care Program (SACP) is available for kindergarten through 8th grade students in Bedford County! 🏫✨
SACP provides a safe, supportive and fun environment for #students after school, with opportunities for learning, enrichment and social connection. 🎨⚽📚
➡️Learn more and find out how to enroll your child here: 🔗 https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/SACP/
We’re proud to offer this program to support our students and families—because every child deserves a safe and engaging place to grow after school. 🌟
#SACP #AfterSchoolProgram #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #WeAreBCS #BedfordCountySchools
