Barren County School District

Carl Varney with Operation Unite spoke to our middle school students this week about the importance of making good choices early in life and the serious consequences that can follow when you don't. His message encouraged them to stay strong and unite in making healthy decisions. Thank you, Mr. Varney, for your dedication to empowering teens to own their futures! What a great lesson in accountability! #WeareBC #BeComeLifeReady

Due to the potential for flooding and strong winds forecasted for tomorrow, all Barren County Schools will be closed on Friday, September 27th. A make-up day will be announced soon. Please stay safe, BC.

Exciting news - Barren County High School teacher Rayna Rudd has been selected by the Kentucky Council for Exceptional Children as a finalist for the 2024 Kentucky Special Education Teacher of the Year! Click here for the press release: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sQMx2Vkxi_XBzIaYnzeTDToELr4L-UOjiY3igOtwefc/edit?usp=sharing #WeareBC

Great teachers don't just teach; they listen to the data. Yesterday, teachers at Red Cross Elementary delved deep into student data to refine instruction to meet student needs. What an awesome display of teamwork, accountability, and initiative! #WeareBC

😴 Sleep is essential for well-being. Here are some tips for a better night’s sleep: keep a consistent bedtime, create a relaxing bedtime routine, and limit screen time before bed. Sweet dreams! 😴 #WellnessWednesday #95210 #WeareBC

The wheels on the bus are about to start rolling! The Tiny Trojans Learning Bus will begin making stops throughout the county on October 18th. This mobile classroom will serve children five years old and younger, with the goal of building kindergarten readiness skills! We will be sending out the schedule soon! Teacher & bus driver Denise Rose can't wait to see you! #WeareBC

The Trojanette Golf Team placed third in the regional tournament today! Congrats to Kinsey Edwards, Tinsley Neagle, Chloe Witcher, and Lucy Zalla, who all qualified as individuals for the first round of the state tournament! #WeareBC

Congrats to our BCHS Beta Club! They made a great showing in the Third District Beta competition! #WeareBC

BC Boys Golf wrapped up their season yesterday, placing 10th out of 19 teams at the regional tournament. A big shout-out to our coaches and players for all they invested this season! https://104thescore.com/2024/09/23/gallery-trojans-compete-in-region-3-golf-tournament/ #WeareBC

Congrats to the Trojan football team for their victory over the Scotties on Friday, making them 5-0 on the season! The last time the Trojans started the season with five straight wins was 1995! https://104thescore.com/2024/09/20/gallery-trojans-top-scotties-23-7/ #WeareBC

Congratulations to the BCHS Volleyball Team for their win over Caverna this week! Click here for the gallery: https://104thescore.com/2024/09/17/gallery-barren-downs-caverna-2-0-in-volleyball/ #WeareBC

Congratulations to the Trojanette Soccer Team for their 3-0 win against Glasgow! Click here for the gallery: https://104thescore.com/2024/09/19/gallery-barren-tops-glasgow-3-0-in-girls-soccer/

Lots of build-up to the Crosstown Classic this week! We loved seeing all of our Trojan fans at the square on Wednesday, and we hope you join us at the stadium! There are three entrances for tonight's game! 1. Bottom corner of stadium by the baseball field. 2. Main entrance of InZone @ top of stadium. 3. Practice field by middle school. Please bring a chair. Admission is $7 cash. We encourage fans to arrive early. Gates open at 5:30. #WeareBC

If you would like your child to receive the flu vaccine through the Healthy Kids Clinic at school, please return the Flu Shot Consent Form by tomorrow, September 20. Click here to access the form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gilGDJVoVCrLZh-GWO7BfCcKo6sLgkEY/view?usp=sharing

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Come out this weekend to see our Trojan Band compete! #WeareBC

Barren County High School students Taylor Strange and Trapper Vincent, along with ATC teacher Lonnie Vincent, will be traveling to Washington D.C. to attend the SkillsUSA Leadership Training Institute and to speak with elected officials about funding for CTE. Click here for the full story: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PcGz2MUUMiFl8AbelPEpuTzyQG1eP_0Z0ff_m3mL0_o/edit?usp=sharing #WeareBC #WhereOpportunityCreatesSuccess #BeComeLifeReady

Our bio-med students have a great learning opportunity today as they participate in emergency response training. A big thank you to TJ Samson Community Hospital for including them! These partnerships and hands-on experiences ensure our students are truly Life-Ready! #WeareBC #BeComeLifeReady

💧 Hydration is key! Drinking enough water keeps our bodies and minds functioning at their best. Aim for at least 8 glasses a day. How many have you had today? 💧 #WellnessWednesday #95210 #WeareBC

Congratulations to Red Cross Teacher Scott Johnson! Mr. Johnson was recognized by the board for being named Kentucky Elementary Teacher of the Year! #WeareBC