It takes a village to educate children at Blackford County Schools and we are seeking team members to join us!

If you are looking for a job that is on the same schedule as your kids, then the Instructional Assistant position is for you! Send a resume to BIS Principal Jim Fox @jfox@blackfordschools.org

We are proud of our facilities and our custodians for their hard work in maintaining them. If you are looking for a job that impacts students but does not involve teaching, then the custodial job is for you! Send your resume to Building Grounds Director John Stroud at jstroud@blackfordschools.org
2 days ago, BCS
Job Openings for an Instructional Assistant at BIS contact Jim Fox at jfox@blackfordschools.org. For the Custodian job, contact John Stroud at jstroud@blackfordschools.org

BJSHS students in Ms. Shelby Capper's 7th grade English class were hard at it today! They took advantage of the nice weather and put their figurative language skills to the test in a scavenger hunt. Students had to identify what type of figurative language was used from passages from The Outsiders.
Great work, Bruins!

3 days ago, BCS
7th grade students work on a scavenger hunt using passages from The Outsiders
7th grade students work on a scavenger hunt using passages from The Outsiders
Two 7th grade boys work on a scavenger hunt using passages from The Outsiders
Two 7th grade boys work on a scavenger hunt using passages from The Outsiders
Two 7th grade boys pose for a photos as they work on a scavenger hunt using passages from The Outsiders
Attention, attention! If you have students who attend Blackford Intermediate School, please be aware:

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Traffic Changes
Over the next few weeks, BIS will have some temporary changes to our drop-off and pick-up procedures. A construction crew will be working on Conger Street and will be closing the intersections at Indiana Street (west entrance) and Werber Street (east entrance).

Phase 1 – Indiana Street Entrance Closed

The first entrance to be closed will be the Indiana Street (west) entrance. This closure is tentatively scheduled to begin Wednesday, August 26.

During this phase:

All vehicles will enter and exit through the Werber Street entrance.
Vehicles will follow the designated loop around the parking lot to drop off students.
After dropping off students, vehicles will exit through the Werber Street entrance.
We will maintain this traffic pattern until the construction crew reaches the Werber Street intersection.
Phase 2 – Werber Street Entrance Closed

Once the construction reaches the Werber Street (east) entrance, we will change the traffic pattern.

At that time:

All vehicles will enter through the Indiana Street (west) entrance.
Vehicles will follow the new designated traffic flow through the parking lot.
Vehicles will both enter and exit through the Indiana Street entrance.
Principal Fox is hopeful that these traffic changes will only affect BIS for approximately two weeks.
5 days ago, BCS
Attention!
Nourishing our pack! 🐾🍎

Welcome to Bruin Bites, a new food grab-and-go spot located at BJSHS! Whether a student needs a quick study snack, or wants to grab a few items to take home for the week or weekend, Bruin Bites is open to every single student. No questions asked, no sign-ups needed.

📍 Where: The Counseling Office
⏰ When: Open every school day

We’re all part of the same pack, and making sure everyone stays fueled and ready to learn is what we do. Drop by and check it out!
Have questions or want to donate? Contact Monica Solga by email at msolga@blackfordschools.org or by phone at 765.348.7560.
5 days ago, BCS
Bruin Bites flyer explaining about the food pantry at BJSHS
A big thank you to the students and staff who participated in the Blackford County Animal Shelter dog walk! Pictured are staffers Monica Myers and Monica Solga, as well as BJSHS students Tyler Ring, Crystal Snow... and future student Bella!
#BruinProud
5 days ago, BCS
Students and staff participate in the Blackford Animal Shelter Walk
In compliance with Erin's Law, Blackford County Schools will be hosting a curriculum from Childhood Victories, Inc., called "Be Seen and Heard." All kindergarten through twelve grade students will have the opportunity to hear speaker Victor Pacini deliver an age-appropriate, safe, and engaging body safety message. We encourage all parents and guardians to attend Parent Night with Victor Pacini where he will give an overview of the program and answer any questions. Parents' night will be Monday, August 31 at 5:30pm located in the BJSHS theater room. All kindergarten through twelve grade parents and guardians are welcome to attend.
5 days ago, BCS
Sign that says Be Seen & Heard
Attention, attention 8th grade Parents/Guardians, this message is for you!
9 days ago, BCS
BJSHS 8th grade parent meeting regarding the Washington Trip, August 24 at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria
Do you have a 3rd grade girl at home who would like to play basketball? Check out this opportunity!
10 days ago, BCS
3rd grade girls basketball tryouts - Sunday, August 23 at 5 p.m. in the BIS gym
Here's a great way to get paid to watch BCS sports, become a field trip bus driver. Join the BCS team!
11 days ago, BCS
BCS seeks Field Trip Bus Drivers. Contact Shannon Bannister for more information 765.348.7550

Tonight's school board meeting takes place at 5:30 p.m. in the boardroom of the Administrative Offices. Don't forget, you can stream BCS Board Meetings here: https://www.youtube.com/@BCSBoardMeetings

11 days ago, BCS
Join Us for the School Board meeting August 18 at 5:30 p.m. in the Admin Offices.
How about some great BCS news on a Friday afternoon?
#BruinProud!
15 days ago, BCS
I-Read scores are 10.8% higher than 2025 and a 19.3% increase in the past 3 years
Your input matters! Join us for the next Blackford County School Board meeting.
15 days ago, BCS
Blackford School Board Meeting is set for August 18 at 5:30 p.m.
BCS will operate on a 2 hour delay this morning, Thursday August 13, 2026. Be Safe Bruins!
16 days ago, Chad Yencer
Are you looking for a job that allows you to be on the same schedule as your school-age children?
BCS seeks an Instructional Assistant at Blackford Primary School. If you, or someone you know, are interested in the position, send a resume to Principal Craig Campbell at ccampbell@blackfordschools.org. Please share this post and help spread the word about this job.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OZMOrnJ0c1wpKwRDGkfpDGBnCP3uee9HSlDRSb3sz8o/edit?usp=sharing
17 days ago, Beth Jones
A chalkboard sign that says Help Wanted

Looking for a way to help instill those important back to school safety messages with your kids? Trudy Wolfe from the Blackford County Health Department can help!
She shares: We have an exciting special edition of Moms On the Move this week.
Join us this Thursday, August 13th for a walk on our Blackford Greenway Trail featuring officers from our Hartford City Police Department AND the Blackford County Sheriffs Office. We will set a 15-minute timer and take off walking at 6:30pm sharp (so be there beforehand to get your free raffle ticket). We leave from the Blackford High School Trail Head (by the tennis courts) to walk and talk with our local law enforcement about safety tips for back-to-school time. At the 15-minute mark we will pivot where we are and head back to the start for a total of a 30-minute walk.

Stick around after the walk for the free raffle drawing, our free beverage bar, and some Q&A with the officers.

We can’t wait to see you there.

18 days ago, BCS
A flyer promoting Moms On the Move hosting a Walk with a Cop on the Blackford Greenway - August 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Blackford County Schools has openings for full-time and part-time custodians. To apply, send a resume to Buildings and Grounds director John Stroud at jstroud@blackfordschools.org.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OZMOrnJ0c1wpKwRDGkfpDGBnCP3uee9HSlDRSb3sz8o/edit?usp=sharing
19 days ago, Beth Jones
Help Wanted sign
Our Blackford Marching Band brought the small but mighty energy to today's Indiana State Fair Marching Band Contest. We haven't heard how the band did in competition yet, but we sure are BruinProud of all their efforts! Way to go, Bruins!
22 days ago, BCS
Blackford Band performs at the Indiana State Fair Marching Band Contest
Blackford Band performs at the Indiana State Fair Marching Band Contest
Blackford Band performs at the Indiana State Fair Marching Band Contest
Blackford Band prepares to perform at the Indiana State Fair Marching Band Contest
Blackford Band prepares to perform at the Indiana State Fair Marching Band Contest
Blackford Band prepares to perform at the Indiana State Fair Marching Band Contest
Have you met the new Corporation Nurse yet? Please give a warm BCS welcome to Mallory Harris!
#BCSWelcome
22 days ago, BCS
BCS Corporation Nurse Mallory Harris
Look at those smiling faces! Students at BPS sure enjoyed their recess time during the first 3 days of school being back in session at BCS! We are proud of our students (and staff) for all their hard work! Way to go, Bruins!
#BackAtBlackford
22 days ago, BCS
BPS girls pose for a photo at recess
BPS boys pose for a photo at recess
4 BPS girls pose for a photo at recess
BPS boys pose for a photo at recess
BPS boys pose for a photo at recess
2 BPS students pose for a photo at recess
Blackford County Schools is currently seeking a Substitute Custodian. Those interested in the position are asked to send a resume to Building and Grounds Director John Stroud at jstroud@blackfordschools.org.
Please check out other jobs currently available at BCS:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OZMOrnJ0c1wpKwRDGkfpDGBnCP3uee9HSlDRSb3sz8o/edit?usp=sharing
23 days ago, BCS
Help Wanted sign