Meet Blackford County Sheriff's Deputy Devin Cavanaugh! He currently serves as the SRO for our schools and students. We are giving Deputy Cavanaugh a shout-out because today is National SRO Day! We appreciate all he does for BCS! #BruinProud
2 months ago, Beth Jones
Blackford SRO Devin Cavanaugh
Lucky seventh grader Janelle Slusher took home a 5-pound box of chocolate during the kick off of the BJSHS 7th/8th grade fundraiser. Students are selling candy bars to help raise money towards the 8th grade Washington D.C. fieldtrip in the spring. So, if you are looking for candy bars, we know just the students to contact! #BetterAtBlackford
2 months ago, Beth Jones
Janelle Slusher wins a 5-pound box of chocolate
A candybar fundraiser kicked off at BJSHS to raise funds for the Washington D.C. trip
Are you ready for some football??? The excitement level is high at BPS today! Principal Craig Campbell welcomed a surprise guest this morning when Kansas City Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid stopped in on his way to Las Vegas. He took time to discuss Xs and Os with Mr. Campbell and Taylor Swift Jr. Then he took some time to meet with some fans in the hall. #BetterAtBPS #Superbowl
2 months ago, Beth Jones
Superbowl fun at BPS
Superbowl fun at BPS
Superbowl fun at BPS
Superbowl fun at BPS
Check out BJSHS sophomore Chloe Smith, one of the guest speakers at today's State of the City luncheon sponsored by the Hartford City Chamber of Commerce. Great job, Chloe! #BruinProud
2 months ago, Beth Jones
BJSHS student Chloe Smith speaks at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon
It was a busy start to professional development at the BIS today. Mr. Chris Painter taught staff how to use some new online tools in their classrooms. Mrs. Kylee Redford conducted a workshop on the teacher effectiveness rubric. The teachers discussed how to improve instruction in the classroom to help support student learning and outcomes. #BetterAtBIS
2 months ago, Beth Jones
Chris Painter works with BIS staff during professional development
Mrs. Kylee Redford works with staff during Professional Development
BIS staff work on professional development
BIS conducts staff PD
BPS teachers were deep in thought during PD this morning. Mrs. Jessica Shroyer presented highlights from the High Ability Conference. Mrs. Amber Crabtree presented on Fluency work for comprehension and grade level teams worked to develop Tier Two Vocabulary lists. #BetterAtBPS
2 months ago, Beth Jones
Jessica Shroyer leads PD at BPS
Amber Crabtree leads professional development at BPS
BPS teachers gather for professional development
Teachers learned how to make their lessons "stick" during professional development Wednesday morning. Assistant Superintendent David Parker led BJSHS staff in a session on the science of successful learning and applying those lessons in their own classrooms. #BetterAtBlackford
2 months ago, Beth Jones
David Parker conducts a staff development lesson at BJSHS
Professional development at at BJSHS
Professional development at BJSHS
If you are looking for a way to make a difference in the life of a Blackford County youth, BCS has several opportunities available. BIS is currently seeking an Instructional Assistant - contact Mr. Fox. There are also several open coaching positions at BJSHS in Cross Country, Boys Soccer and Junior High Track. If you, or someone you know, is interested in any of these open positions, please reach out to the contact listed below. Join us! https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1299/BCS/3979780/Job_Opportunities_2-6-2024.pdf
2 months ago, Beth Jones
Help Wanted
The staff at Blackford Primary School was glad to see the sunshine today but we will be even more happy if we see you at the February food pantry. That's right! it is the first Monday of the month and that means it is food pantry night. The doors are scheduled to open at 5:00 pm. We hope to see you here.
2 months ago, Craig Campbell
It was another great outing for our BJSHS ESports teams! According to Coach Gallatin, JH Fortnite has a top 10 night with Jaedon Roberts leading the way with a 3rd place finish. Varsity Smash defeats Seeger 2-0 to stay undefeated and in first place. JV Smash defeats Argos 2-0 to stay undefeated and in first place. Great job, Bruins! #BruinProud #BetterAtBlackford
3 months ago, Beth Jones
E-Sports team in action
A friendly reminder...
3 months ago, Beth Jones
2-hour delay reminder - Feb. 7, 2024
BCS has a number of open teaching and coaching positions available. Is there something right for you? To apply, reach out to the contact listed. Join us! https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1299/BCS/3959629/Job_Opportunities_1-31-2024.pdf
3 months ago, Beth Jones
Help Wanted sign
BCS will operate on a 2 hour delay Thursday, January 25th 2024. Be Safe Bruins!
3 months ago, Chad Yencer
Here are a few more BPS students decked out for the first 100 Days of School! #BruinProud
3 months ago, Beth Jones
Two girls dress as oldsters for the First 100 Days of School
Four students decked out for the first 100 Days of School
two boys dressed for the First 100 Days of School
We're not sure how it happens, but every year around this time, the students at BPS start turning old! 😉 Congratulations to all our BCS Cubs (and their teachers) who are celebrating the first 100 days of School! Keep up the good work, Bruins!
3 months ago, Beth Jones
BPS student dresses for first 100 days
BPS students dress up for the first 100 days of school
BPS students celebrate first 100 days of school
BCS will operate on a 2 hour delay Tuesday January 23rd 2024. Be Safe Bruins!
3 months ago, Chad Yencer
BCS will close buildings and move to E Learning Friday January 19th 2024. Be Safe Bruins!
3 months ago, Chad Yencer
BCS will operate on a 2 hour delay Friday January 19th, 2024. Be Safe Bruins
3 months ago, Chad Yencer
BCS will operate on a 2 hour delay, Wednesday, January 17th, 2024. Be Safe Bruins!
3 months ago, Chad Yencer
BCS will operate on a 2 hour delay, Tuesday, January 16th, 2024. #BeSafeBruins
3 months ago, Chad Yencer