📢Attention Parents & Caregivers! The Deadline is TODAY!📢
🔔🚨Open Enrollment is NOW open!🚨🔔
🗓️ An open enrollment period of May 1 - 31, 2026, is for parents or caregivers seeking to transfer their child to a school outside of their zoned area for the 2026-2027 school year. Please note that transferring is based on seat availability.
📌Reminder for parents of current students: The online Student Information Form is required to be completed before an Open Enrollment application will be considered.✅
🌐➡️For instructions on how to complete this form, visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/attendance-student-data
To learn more about Open Enrollment, see seat availability and to apply, visit: https://bedfordk12tn.com/openenrollment
#OpenEnrollment #Application #SchoolChoice #Education #BedfordCountySchools
📢Attention Parents & Caregivers! The Deadline is TOMORROW!📢
🔔🚨Open Enrollment is NOW open!🚨🔔
🗓️ An open enrollment period of May 1 - 31, 2026, is for parents or caregivers seeking to transfer their child to a school outside of their zoned area for the 2026-2027 school year. Please note that transferring is based on seat availability.
📌Reminder for parents of current students: The online Student Information Form is required to be completed before an Open Enrollment application will be considered.✅
🌐➡️For instructions on how to complete this form, visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/attendance-student-data
To learn more about Open Enrollment, see seat availability and to apply, visit: https://bedfordk12tn.com/openenrollment
#OpenEnrollment #Application #SchoolChoice #Education #BedfordCountySchools
Working in education can sometimes be a challenging and often underappreciated job, but each year #HarrisMiddleSchool recognizes teachers and staff members who have reached milestones in years of service at #HMS. These awards serve as a small token of appreciation and a reminder of all they have accomplished during their time at Harris Middle School.
This year, the following staff members were recognized for five years of service at Harris Middle School: Mr. Todd, Mrs. Webb, Mrs. Stallings, Coach Evans, Mr. Paul, and Dr. Stewart.
The 10 years of service award was presented to Mrs. Bowman.
The 15 years of service award was presented to Mrs. Sybil.
Thank you to each of you for the time, love, dedication, and attention you have poured into Harris Middle School. Thank you for showing all of us what it means to #SoarAboveTheRest.
This year, the following staff members were recognized for five years of service at Harris Middle School: Mr. Todd, Mrs. Webb, Mrs. Stallings, Coach Evans, Mr. Paul, and Dr. Stewart.
The 10 years of service award was presented to Mrs. Bowman.
The 15 years of service award was presented to Mrs. Sybil.
Thank you to each of you for the time, love, dedication, and attention you have poured into Harris Middle School. Thank you for showing all of us what it means to #SoarAboveTheRest.
⏰ It’s That Time of Year and the Deadline is Approaching! ⏰
📣 Parents & Caregivers: Skyward Student Information Verification is NOW OPEN!
📝 It only takes about 5 minutes to make sure your child’s information is up to date:
✔️ Emergency contacts
✔️ People authorized to pick up your student (always good to have backups!)
✔️ Address and phone number updates
🔑 Keeping this information current helps ensure your child’s safety and supports smooth communication with the school.
📅 Don’t wait. Log in today and get it done! ✅
If you’re unsure of your Skyward login, please contact your child's school.
👉 Visit the Skyward information page: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/skyward
#StayConnected #StayInformed #StudentSafety #BedfordCountySchools
Harris Middle School will be hosting a field trip to Washington D.C. from March 29 to April 2. This field trip is open to all 8th grade students attending Bedford County Schools and home school students zoned for Bedford County Schools. For more information and/or to sign up, click DC Field Trip Information.
Recently, under the expert guidance of Mr. Crowe and Mrs. Fisher, 8th grade students at #HarrisMiddleSchool engaged in an interdisciplinary exploration that combined literature with hands-on scientific inquiry. The project included the following components:
Literary Engagement:
#HMS Students read selected excerpts from The Martian to stimulate critical thinking and explore themes related to space exploration and sustainability.
Math Engagement:
In math class (Ms. Melton and Mrs. Taylor) students had to make a brochure making their own planet. Students made Zeeek the alien and had to show their alien around Shelbyville and honed in on 9 standards.
Practical Experimentation:
Hands-on activities included planting potato plants and monitoring their growth, simulating the challenges of cultivating food in extraterrestrial environments.
Innovative Engineering:
Students designed and constructed student-made "space probes," which were then put to the test. The Shelbyville Electric Department graciously conducted a drop test to assess whether the payload would survive the impact.
Community Partnership:
We extend our gratitude to the Shelbyville-Bedford Partnership for their generous contribution in providing the novels used in this project, greatly enhancing the educational experience.
This comprehensive project not only enriched students' understanding of science and engineering principles but also highlighted the importance of community collaboration in education.
#SoarAboveTheRest
Literary Engagement:
#HMS Students read selected excerpts from The Martian to stimulate critical thinking and explore themes related to space exploration and sustainability.
Math Engagement:
In math class (Ms. Melton and Mrs. Taylor) students had to make a brochure making their own planet. Students made Zeeek the alien and had to show their alien around Shelbyville and honed in on 9 standards.
Practical Experimentation:
Hands-on activities included planting potato plants and monitoring their growth, simulating the challenges of cultivating food in extraterrestrial environments.
Innovative Engineering:
Students designed and constructed student-made "space probes," which were then put to the test. The Shelbyville Electric Department graciously conducted a drop test to assess whether the payload would survive the impact.
Community Partnership:
We extend our gratitude to the Shelbyville-Bedford Partnership for their generous contribution in providing the novels used in this project, greatly enhancing the educational experience.
This comprehensive project not only enriched students' understanding of science and engineering principles but also highlighted the importance of community collaboration in education.
#SoarAboveTheRest
📢 Weekly Resource Guide 📢
Looking for local food resources? Check out this helpful guide! 🥫🍞 There are several options throughout the week, offering food pantries, hot meals and more in our community.
🗓️ Be sure to note the days and times for each location to get the help you need. Whether it's a pantry visit or a hot meal, these community resources are here for you!
👉 Also, don’t forget to check out the Blessing Boxes of Bedford County Facebook page to keep up with the latest updates and changes.
#CommunitySupport #ResourceGuide #FoodPantry #HelpingHands #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
Looking for local food resources? Check out this helpful guide! 🥫🍞 There are several options throughout the week, offering food pantries, hot meals and more in our community.
🗓️ Be sure to note the days and times for each location to get the help you need. Whether it's a pantry visit or a hot meal, these community resources are here for you!
👉 Also, don’t forget to check out the Blessing Boxes of Bedford County Facebook page to keep up with the latest updates and changes.
#CommunitySupport #ResourceGuide #FoodPantry #HelpingHands #WeAreBedford #BedfordCountySchools
Congratulations to the young ladies who made the 2026-2027 #HarrisMiddleSchool Girls Soccer Team!
Have a great summer ladies. We know that you will make all of us at #HMS proud as you #SoarAboveTheRest!
Over the course of the 2025–2026 school year, #HarrisMiddleSchool had 72 different students earn a #HMS Student of the Week award for their grade level.
From those 72 students, 30 went on to become their grade level Students of the Month.
In May, three students were selected as Grade-Level Students of the Year. From those three students, one was chosen as the Overall HMS Student of the Year.
2025–2026 Harris Middle School Grade-Level Students of the Year:
6th Grade: Bryan Palacios Acuna
7th Grade: Isabel Whittinghill
8th Grade: Vivian Thomas
And our Overall 2025–2026 HMS Student of the Year: Vivian Thomas!
Thank you to every student who earned an award during the 2025–2026 school year. You all embodied what it means to #SoarAboveTheRest!
From those 72 students, 30 went on to become their grade level Students of the Month.
In May, three students were selected as Grade-Level Students of the Year. From those three students, one was chosen as the Overall HMS Student of the Year.
2025–2026 Harris Middle School Grade-Level Students of the Year:
6th Grade: Bryan Palacios Acuna
7th Grade: Isabel Whittinghill
8th Grade: Vivian Thomas
And our Overall 2025–2026 HMS Student of the Year: Vivian Thomas!
Thank you to every student who earned an award during the 2025–2026 school year. You all embodied what it means to #SoarAboveTheRest!
GEAR UP Summer Enrichment Program will be sponsoring a blood drive on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Shelbyville Central High School from 8am - 2pm in the SCHS auditorium lobby.
Walk-ins will be accepted, but appointments are advised.
We still have 15 spots open if anyone is interested in registering to donate blood. To schedule an appointment, you can either contact Leslie Blackburn at blackburnl@bedfordk12tn.net by 3pm Monday, June 1, 2026, or click GEAR UP Summer Blood Drive to sign up.
Friendly reminder from Coach Alexander:
"HMS Eaglettes basketball tryouts are today we will start at 5:30 flyer said 5:15 so get there around 5 to get signed in . Come to the back side of gym. (Bus rider side ) please . Due to certain circumstances Friday tryouts will be at Central from 1-3 "
🎭✨ Ready to take the stage this summer?
The Bedford County Drama Camp, which is for ALL #BedfordCountySchools' rising 3rd through rising 8th graders, returns June 22–26 from 12:00–3:00 PM at #CascadeMiddleSchool, offering a fun-filled week of acting, improv, games and a final performance!
💡 New this year: A two-payment option is available to make registration more convenient for families.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity!
👉Please see the graphic for full details and register here: https://cascadees.bedfordk12tn.com/o/cascadees/forms/bcs-drama-camp-2026.
#DramaCamp #SummerTime #SummerFun #FutureStars #BedfordCountySchools
🍽️ Second Harvest Food Distribution🍽️
The Bird Street Church of Christ will host a Second Harvest Food Distribution for the community, supporting access to food for families and individuals.
📌📅Friday, May 29
🕙 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 428 Bird Street, Shelbyville
💛 All are welcome.
➡️Please see the graphic for complete details.
#Generous #CommunitySupport #WeAreBedford #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
The Bird Street Church of Christ will host a Second Harvest Food Distribution for the community, supporting access to food for families and individuals.
📌📅Friday, May 29
🕙 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 428 Bird Street, Shelbyville
💛 All are welcome.
➡️Please see the graphic for complete details.
#Generous #CommunitySupport #WeAreBedford #BedfordProud #BedfordCountySchools
Attention CURRENT #HarrisMiddleSchool and #Liberty 8th graders!
Are you ready for high school?
If you are a current 8th grade student at either #HMS or Liberty you can sign up for Eagle Flight School, which will take place on Monday June 1 and Tuesday June 2 from 8am to 3pm.
Lunch and snacks will be provided both days.
There be an ice cream social.
These two days will help you get ready for high school by:
-exploring 10+ career pathways through hands-on activities,
-learning from real professionals in the fields of aerospace, health care, law enforcement, welding, coding, and more,
-learn how to navigate SCHS campus like a pro,
-discover clubs, electives, and other opportunities for your freshman year.
Scan the QR Code in the attached image to sign, click this link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XLWBeJ-IAkuxQ-hPoSIOw5VqlPWBqWFDmkZ3ngK3jNBUOFlDOUdNUUVUMjQ4QkdOUlJRUTJaVDVTRS4u , or see your GEAR UP coordinators.
#SoarAboveTheRest
⏰ It’s That Time of Year and the Deadline is Approaching! ⏰
📣 Parents & Caregivers: Skyward Student Information Verification is NOW OPEN!
📝 It only takes about 5 minutes to make sure your child’s information is up to date:
✔️ Emergency contacts
✔️ People authorized to pick up your student (always good to have backups!)
✔️ Address and phone number updates
🔑 Keeping this information current helps ensure your child’s safety and supports smooth communication with the school.
📅 Don’t wait. Log in today and get it done! ✅
If you’re unsure of your Skyward login, please contact your child's school.
👉 Visit the Skyward information page: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/skyward
#StayConnected #StayInformed #StudentSafety #BedfordCountySchools
☀️ Summer Break Is Here! ☀️
Reminder: There will be NO SCHOOL on May 26, 2026, for Administrative Day.
Thank you to our #students, staff and families for a wonderful school year filled with learning, growth and memories! 💙
Students, enjoy your summer break, stay safe and make the most of every moment! We can’t wait to welcome you back next school year! 😎📚
#AdministrativeDay #NoSchool #DayOff #EndOfYear #BedfordCountySchools
Attention #HarrisMiddleSchool Volleyball Players and their parents/guardians:
There will be a player/parent meeting on Wednesday, May 27 in the #HMS Cafeteria at 6:30 PM.
📢Attention Parents & Caregivers! The Deadline is THIS Week!📢
🔔🚨Open Enrollment is NOW open!🚨🔔
🗓️ An open enrollment period of May 1 - 31, 2026, is for parents or caregivers seeking to transfer their child to a school outside of their zoned area for the 2026-2027 school year. Please note that transferring is based on seat availability.
📌Reminder for parents of current students: The online Student Information Form is required to be completed before an Open Enrollment application will be considered.✅
🌐➡️For instructions on how to complete this form, visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/attendance-student-data
To learn more about Open Enrollment, see seat availability and to apply, visit: https://bedfordk12tn.com/openenrollment
#OpenEnrollment #Application #SchoolChoice #Education #BedfordCountySchools
🔔🚨Open Enrollment is NOW open!🚨🔔
🗓️ An open enrollment period of May 1 - 31, 2026, is for parents or caregivers seeking to transfer their child to a school outside of their zoned area for the 2026-2027 school year. Please note that transferring is based on seat availability.
📌Reminder for parents of current students: The online Student Information Form is required to be completed before an Open Enrollment application will be considered.✅
🌐➡️For instructions on how to complete this form, visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/attendance-student-data
To learn more about Open Enrollment, see seat availability and to apply, visit: https://bedfordk12tn.com/openenrollment
#OpenEnrollment #Application #SchoolChoice #Education #BedfordCountySchools
📢Attention Parents and Caregivers of New Students to #BedfordCountySchools!📢
Mark your calendars! 🗓️✏️
New #student registration is happening on:
🗓️ July 21, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
📍 All schools across the county (Except BCLA and Thomas Magnet School)!
For the documents you need to bring and other information: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/registration-and-enrollment
Don’t miss this opportunity to enroll your child for the upcoming school year. Let’s start this journey of learning and growth together!📚🌟
#NewStudentRegistration #BackToSchool #EducationMatters
This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ❤️🤍💙
Their courage, selflessness and dedication remind us of the importance of freedom, service and community, values we strive to inspire in our #students each and every day. ✨📚
As we gather with family and friends this weekend, let us also take a moment to reflect with gratitude for those who gave everything for our nation. ⭐
From all of us at #BedfordCountySchools, we wish our families a safe, meaningful and reflective Memorial Day.
#MemorialDay #HonorOurHeroes #RememberAndHonor #NoSchool #BedfordCountySchools
Their courage, selflessness and dedication remind us of the importance of freedom, service and community, values we strive to inspire in our #students each and every day. ✨📚
As we gather with family and friends this weekend, let us also take a moment to reflect with gratitude for those who gave everything for our nation. ⭐
From all of us at #BedfordCountySchools, we wish our families a safe, meaningful and reflective Memorial Day.
#MemorialDay #HonorOurHeroes #RememberAndHonor #NoSchool #BedfordCountySchools
