Blackford Intermediate School 2020-2021 SEMESTER All A Honor Roll SIXTH GRADE All A –Jacob Barry, Brooklynn Dodd, Kayleigh Faber, Kami Fields, Riley Ford FIFTH GRADE ALL A – Kinze Clamme, Joseph Cruz, Daniel Hornbaker, Elexa Massey, Ava Mendoza, Ryley Ridgway, Marlee Sands, Alyssa Smith, Bentley Storer, Luis Velasquez FOURTH GRADE ALL A –... READ MORE >
Blackford Intermediate School 2020-2021 SEMESTER All A Honor Roll SIXTH GRADE All A –Jacob Barry, Brooklynn Dodd, Kayleigh Faber, Kami Fields, Riley Ford FIFTH GRADE ALL A – Kinze Clamme, Joseph Cruz, Daniel Hornbaker, Elexa Massey, Ava Mendoza, Ryley Ridgway, Marlee Sands, Alyssa Smith, Bentley Storer, Luis Velasquez FOURTH GRADE ALL A – Abraylin... READ MORE >
Montpelier School 2020-2021 1st SEMESTER All A Honor Roll SIXTH GRADE All A – Aidan Bye, Scott Himes, Kalyssa Limle, Lily McCammon FIFTH GRADE ALL A – Bayla Fox FOURTH GRADE ALL A – Grace McCammon THIRD GRADE ALL A – Sophia Ehrhart, Jaiden Fields, Levi Houston, Leah Morgan, Abrianna Taylor SECOND GRADE ALL A – Autumn Aguirre, Adrienne... READ MORE >
BLACKFORD JUNIOR – SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLL2020-2021 1st Semester All A Honor Roll Seniors All A – Tyler Brown, Noah Knag, Lance Manley, Layla Pennington, Kylee Simison, Jaycie Sones, and Maxwell Wors Juniors All A – Caleb Brinkerhoff, Joshua Brinkerhoff, Jeremiah Clark, Madilynn Ford, Abigail Langdon, Lola Valadie, and Scott Winger ... READ MORE >
Congratulations to BJSHS senior Layla Pennington, the 2021 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship recipient! For all her hard work, Layla has earned full-tuition, required fees and book stipend for four years to any public or private, Indiana four-year accredited college or university. Way to go, Layal! We are so proud of you!Thank you to the Blackford County... READ MORE >
Third graders in Mrs. Sarah Penny’s class at Blackford Intermediate School have been working on understanding what life was like in a Native American tribe in Indiana. This week, they have been working on writing letters to pen pals about their life in the tribe. They have talked about what work they do around camp, what foods they are eating, and many more things... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the newly-inducted members of the Blackford Jr.-Sr. High School National Honor Society! We are proud of you! New members include:Macy CagleAbigail LangdonCarson SehyVanessa CarrollBode MalottGrace SimmonsChloe ChristmanKelsey MosleySamantha WilliamsonKaylin ClammeJenna PayneScott WingerJeremiah ClarkIan ReidMaxwell WorsKiley EppardKhalia... READ MORE >
As part of their Veterans Day celebration, each Cadet in the BJSHS JROTC program wrote a letter to a local Veteran. We would like to share one with you. This letter was written by Madison Merkel, a junior at BJSHS and a proud member of the JROTC program.#VeteransDay2020 #BruinProud READ MORE >
Congratulations to the Montpelier Elementary School Kodiaks listed on the first quarter Honor Roll. Keep up the good work! READ MORE >
Blackford County Schools is not only committed to your child’s education but also to their safety and well-being. With September being Suicide Prevention Month, BCS would like to make sure our parents are aware of the Student Assistance Program through the Bowen Center. BCS has formed a partnership with the Bowen Center in which all BCS students have access to two... READ MORE >
EVERY HOOSIER CHILD COUNTS! The decennial census count for the United States is nearing its conclusion. There is important work still left to do and an opportunity for residents in your school communities to still respond and complete the 2020 Census online, by phone, or by mail. It is important to... READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce our new app! It’s everything Blackford County Schools, in your pocket. With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2PvuJWB or iPhone: https://apple.co/2SWCRSr READ MORE >
BCS Update 7.29.2020 BCS Parents and Students, We are just a week away from welcoming students to the start of the 2020-2021 school year at Blackford Community Schools. As we approach the start of the year, I want to share a few important updates based on frequently asked questions: Students Attending in the BCS Virtual Program: Students in our virtual program... READ MORE >
BCS Update 7.29.2020 BCS Parents and Students, We are just a week away from welcoming students to the start of the 2020-2021 school year at Blackford Community Schools. As we approach the start of the year, I want to share a few important updates based on frequently asked questions: Students Attending in the BCS Virtual Program: Students in our virtual program... READ MORE >
BCS Update 7.29.2020 BCS Parents and Students, We are just a week away from welcoming students to the start of the 2020-2021 school year at Blackford Community Schools. As we approach the start of the year, I want to share a few important updates based on frequently asked questions: Important Reminder: ALL Blackford County Schools students are eligible for free... READ MORE >
Check out the latest back-to-school information from Northside Elementary School Principal Craig Campbell. #BackInBlackfordhttps://youtu.be/zrLfq6oS_MU READ MORE >
Check out Montpelier Elementary's #BackInBlackford Reopening Plan. In it, you will find procedures and expectations shared by Principal Jim Fox:Montpelier Elementary Reopening Plan READ MORE >
Blackford Intermediate School Principal Dr. Kevin Biddle shares plans for student pick-up and drop-off for the 2020-2021 school year. Check it out! READ MORE >
Blackford County Schools will revise its mask policy to meet the requirements announced by Governor Holcomb on July 22, 2020. The policy that Governor Holcomb shared stated: Masks will be required of any person 8 years old or older in indoor public spaces (school buildings), commercial entities, transportation services and outdoor areas where social distancing... READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians: We need your help.For staffing and planning purposes, it is imperative that we know the number of students who plan to participate in the BCS Virtual Option for the 2020-2021 school year. The deadline for registering students for the Virtual Option passed on July 17. As of today (July 21), we are still receiving calls from parents who wish to... READ MORE >
Why consider Blackford Jr.-Sr. High School? Here's why! Challenging dual credit courses offered to our students in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College, plus great savings passed onto our parents! Call BJSHS at 765.348.7560 to find out more about our outstanding dual credits program.#BruinPride #IvyTechCommunityCollege READ MORE >
Blackford County Schools 668 West 200 South Hartford City, Indiana 47348 (765) 348-7550 www. blackfordschools.orgToday, Saturday, July 18, 2020, Mr. Chad Yencer, Superintendent at Blackford County Schools was informed by Blackford Intermediate School Principal Dr.Kevin Biddle that he had tested positive for... READ MORE >
BJSHS Class of 2020, congratulations on graduation & all of your many accomplishments! Here is a look at the last 18 years.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MEZTXVVQS-k&t=13sA huge thank you to Taylor Light for all of her time and hard work creating this senior slideshow.We are so proud of all of you! READ MORE >
Blackford County Schools Virtual Attendance Option - Parent Update 7.15.2020 *Reposted with updated Question LinkAs we approach the start of the upcoming school year, we are working to finalize details about our virtual attendance option. We appreciate your patience as this is a new undertaking for Blackford County Schools. The program we are developing will have... READ MORE >
If your kids are looking for something fun to do this summer, check out the Arts in the Park! READ MORE >
BCS Community, I appreciate everyone’s patience as we work through preparations for the upcoming school year. We especially appreciate your quick response to the recent surveys. Please know this is an important part of informing our planning. We have a reopening committee working on our plan for the fall that will be released after our July 7th board meeting. ... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 2020 Jennerjahn Most Improved Students from Northside Elementary! We are proud of you! READ MORE >
Congratulations to the 2020 Jennerjahn Most Improved Student winners from Montpelier Elementary! We are proud of you, Kodiaks! READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce our new app! It’severything Blackford County Schools, in your pocket.]With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteriamenus, news updates, and even emergency notifications.Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2PvuJWB oriPhone: https://apple.co/2SWCRSr. READ MORE >
Congratulations to Northside 5th grader Gracie Earhart for being named a 2020 Jennerjahn Most Improved Student. We are proud of you!#BruinPride READ MORE >
Congratulations, MES 2nd grader Nora Heath - 2020 Jennerjahn Most Improved Student!#BruinPride READ MORE >
Check out plans for the Classic Car Show/Class of 2020 Senior Parade!#BruinPride READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce our new app! It’severything Blackford County Schools, in your pocket. With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteriamenus, news updates, and even emergency notifications.Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2PvuJWB oriPhone: https://apple.co/2SWCRSr. READ MORE >
BCS Community Update 5/7/2020 We want to express our continued gratitude to our community during this time. We are thankful for the support shown for our students, teachers and staff. As we near the end of the 2019-2020 school year, I wanted to share an update on current planning at BCS. Information for the Class of 2020 ... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Southside Elementary Library Aide Jeannie Cain for her selection as a 2020 Henderson Educator of the Year! READ MORE >
When it comes to the daily health and wellbeing of our students, no one does it with more ❤️ than the healthcare professionals at Blackford County Schools! How about a big round of applause for: Amy Sargent, R.N. - BJSHS/Corporation Nurse Brandy Clamme, C.M.A. - Southside Elementary Kimberly Sizemore, C.M.A. - Montpelier Elementary Jessica Irwin, C.M.A. -... READ MORE >
Meet another of our 2020 Henderson Award recipients for outstanding teaching in Blackford County Schools- Mr. Jeremy Miller.#BCSProud #HendersonAward #HCCOC READ MORE >
Spelling Bowl Winner READ MORE >
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Meet the first of our 2020 Henderson Award recipients for outstanding teaching in Blackford County Schools- Mr. Holden Berlin.#BCSProud #HendersonAward #HCCOC READ MORE >
BLACKFORD COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING MARCH 17, 2020 - 6:00 P.M. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 0668W-200S HARTFORD CITY, IN 47348 I. The Blackford County Schools Board of Directors met in regular session on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at Central Office. Those present included: Mr. Phil Jones, Mr. Troy Kaufman, Mr. Scott... READ MORE >
4.3.2020 BCS Families, Yesterday the Governor and the IDOE announced that the students could not return for face to face instruction for the remainder of the school year. While we are heartbroken not to be able to finish the year with students at school, we do believe this is the correct decision and in the best interest of public safety. ... READ MORE >
It's true! They're closer to giant raccoons than they are to bears. How sad. When people click on it, they'll come to your website! READ MORE >
We're excited to introduce our new website and mobile app! READ MORE >
Click the following link to learn about current job outlooks to plan for your future! https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ READ MORE >