Picture Day at #HarrisMiddleSchool is now only 2 days away!
#HMS Picture Day will be on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Retakes will take place for those that miss that day or need a picture retaken on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Those getting their pictures taken are asked to not wear green since a green screen will be used to take the pictures.
#HMS Picture Day will be on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Retakes will take place for those that miss that day or need a picture retaken on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Those getting their pictures taken are asked to not wear green since a green screen will be used to take the pictures.
IMPORTANT 7TH GRADE PARENT & GUARDIAN REMINDER
All 7th-grade students at #HarrisMiddleSchool are required to have the Tdap booster in order to meet Tennessee state immunization requirements.
IMPORTANT DEADLINE: September 8, 2026
Students with incomplete health records will not be able to return to school on September 8 until the required documentation has been received.
If your child still needs the Tdap booster, immunizations may be obtained through your child’s healthcare provider or the Bedford County Health Department.
Bedford County Health Department
140 Dover Street, Shelbyville, TN
931-684-3426
After your child receives the immunization, please make sure #HMS receives the original Tennessee Certificate of Immunization or has the certificate faxed directly from the healthcare provider. Photocopies are not acceptable.
For questions, please contact HMS School Nurse Tori Woods, RN at 931-684-5195.
Thank you for taking care of this as soon as possible and helping ensure your child is ready to return to school on September 8!
All 7th-grade students at #HarrisMiddleSchool are required to have the Tdap booster in order to meet Tennessee state immunization requirements.
IMPORTANT DEADLINE: September 8, 2026
Students with incomplete health records will not be able to return to school on September 8 until the required documentation has been received.
If your child still needs the Tdap booster, immunizations may be obtained through your child’s healthcare provider or the Bedford County Health Department.
Bedford County Health Department
140 Dover Street, Shelbyville, TN
931-684-3426
After your child receives the immunization, please make sure #HMS receives the original Tennessee Certificate of Immunization or has the certificate faxed directly from the healthcare provider. Photocopies are not acceptable.
For questions, please contact HMS School Nurse Tori Woods, RN at 931-684-5195.
Thank you for taking care of this as soon as possible and helping ensure your child is ready to return to school on September 8!
Attention all #HMS Parents/Guardians!
For the 2026-27 school year, proof of residency will continue to be REQUIRED for all K-12 students.
What works as proof?
-Utility Statement
-Letter of Correspondence from a Government Agency
-Lease Agreement
Help us keep our schools strong and ready for every student. Let’s make this school year the best yet!
Questions? Please see graphic for more information.
#HarrisMiddleSchool #SoarAboveTheRest
For the 2026-27 school year, proof of residency will continue to be REQUIRED for all K-12 students.
What works as proof?
-Utility Statement
-Letter of Correspondence from a Government Agency
-Lease Agreement
Help us keep our schools strong and ready for every student. Let’s make this school year the best yet!
Questions? Please see graphic for more information.
#HarrisMiddleSchool #SoarAboveTheRest
Happy Labor Day, #HarrisMiddleSchool Family and Friends!
Today, we honor the incredible effort and commitment of our teachers, staff, leaders and community partners who make #HMS shine. Your dedication to our students’ growth and success is the heart of all we do.
Take this well-earned day to rest, recharge and celebrate the amazing work you do every day.
We are proud to be part of such a hardworking and inspiring community!
#SoarAboveTheRest
Today, we honor the incredible effort and commitment of our teachers, staff, leaders and community partners who make #HMS shine. Your dedication to our students’ growth and success is the heart of all we do.
Take this well-earned day to rest, recharge and celebrate the amazing work you do every day.
We are proud to be part of such a hardworking and inspiring community!
#SoarAboveTheRest
🎉 Happy Labor Day, #BedfordCountySchools! 🎉
Today, we honor the incredible effort and commitment of our teachers, staff, leaders and community partners who make our schools shine. 🌟 Your dedication to our #students’ growth and success is the heart of all we do. 🏫🍎
Take this well-earned day to rest, recharge and celebrate the amazing work you do every day. 💙
We are #BedfordProud to be part of such a hardworking and inspiring community!
#LaborDay #BCSFamily #EducationMatters #WeAreBedford
Today, we honor the incredible effort and commitment of our teachers, staff, leaders and community partners who make our schools shine. 🌟 Your dedication to our #students’ growth and success is the heart of all we do. 🏫🍎
Take this well-earned day to rest, recharge and celebrate the amazing work you do every day. 💙
We are #BedfordProud to be part of such a hardworking and inspiring community!
#LaborDay #BCSFamily #EducationMatters #WeAreBedford
📚✨ Happy National Read a Book Day! ✨📚
Today, we celebrate the joy of reading 📖❤️ and the endless adventures found in the pages of a book.🌟 From our youngest learners to lifelong readers, every chapter opens new doors to imagination, knowledge and discovery.🌈✨
📖 Take a few minutes today to read with a friend, a #student or a family member, and let’s inspire a love of reading across our district!
No matter what your age, there’s always a new story waiting to be explored and today is the perfect day to start.📘✨
#NationalReadABookDay #WeLoveReading #LifetimeLearners #OurDistrictReads #ReadTogether #ReadingMatters #BedfordCountySchools
Today, we celebrate the joy of reading 📖❤️ and the endless adventures found in the pages of a book.🌟 From our youngest learners to lifelong readers, every chapter opens new doors to imagination, knowledge and discovery.🌈✨
📖 Take a few minutes today to read with a friend, a #student or a family member, and let’s inspire a love of reading across our district!
No matter what your age, there’s always a new story waiting to be explored and today is the perfect day to start.📘✨
#NationalReadABookDay #WeLoveReading #LifetimeLearners #OurDistrictReads #ReadTogether #ReadingMatters #BedfordCountySchools
✈️ Ready for Takeoff? Explore a Future in Aviation! 🚁
Students interested in aviation, aircraft or careers that take them to new heights won’t want to miss Girls in Aviation Day! ✈️💙
Hosted by the Middle Tennessee State University WAI Air Raiders Chapter, this FREE community event gives #students and families the opportunity to explore aircraft, meet inspiring women in aviation, learn about exciting career opportunities and experience the world of aviation up close. 🛩️
For students exploring future careers, events like this are a great way to discover how interests can connect to real-world opportunities, including pathways available through Career and Technical Education (CTE). 🎓🛠️
📅 September 26, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Shelbyville Municipal Airport
Whether your #student dreams of becoming a pilot, working with aircraft or pursuing another career in the aviation industry, this is a great opportunity to explore, connect and get inspired! 🌟
The event is FREE and open to everyone. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and learn more!
#CareerAndTechnicalEducation #CTE #Aviation #TrueBlue #FutureReady #BCSFamilies #BefordCountySchools
🎭 HMS THEATER INFORMATION MEETING! 🎭
Interested in joining HMS Limitless Legacy Theater Company? We’d love to have you! 💙💛
📅 Friday, September 11
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Harris Middle School Auditorium
Parents/guardians should plan to attend if:
⭐ You have not previously attended an HMS Theater informational meeting, OR
⭐ Your child hasn’t joined yet but is interested in becoming part of HMS Theater!
We’ll go over important information about the theater program, expectations, upcoming events, rehearsals, performances, and ways students can get involved.
🎭 Act. Perform. Create. Belong.
Whether your student wants to shine on stage, help behind the scenes, or simply find a place to belong, there’s a spot for them in HMS Theater!
💙💛 Your Stage. Your Story. Your Legacy
🏆 HMS Sports Weekly Recap | August 24–28 🏆
Hello and happy Friday to all of our #HarrisMiddleSchool family and friends! 🦅💙💛
While most of our students were enjoying Horse Show Break, a couple of our HMS teams were still putting in the work! Our Football and Volleyball teams were both in action this week, giving us plenty to cheer about.
So, let’s turn on EagleVision 👀🦅 and take a look back at the week that was in #HMS Sports!
🏈 TUESDAY | FOOTBALL
The Harris Middle School Football team hit the road Tuesday night and came away with a big 34–20 victory over Bridgeforth, earning their second straight win!
And a big congratulations to our Players of the Game! 👏
⭐ Offense: LeCurtis Garmon
⭐ Defense: Jordan Locke
Following the victory, Coach Stepfon Ransom reflected on what his team learned:
“The biggest thing that we learned last night in a 34–20 win was all three phases have to be complete in order for us to play our best football, so through victory we also had some very teachable moments. But I’m extremely proud of the growth we are showing.”
That growth is showing, Eagles!
🏐 TUESDAY | VOLLEYBALL
Also on Tuesday, HMS Volleyball traveled to Tullahoma. Both the Junior Varsity and Varsity squads played hard and battled throughout the night, but both teams came up just short, falling 2 sets to 0.
🏐 THURSDAY | VOLLEYBALL
The Eaglettes were back home Thursday, hosting Lewisburg—and walked off the court with a pair of victories! 🎉
Both Junior Varsity and Varsity put together another fantastic night on the court, with each squad earning 2 sets to 0 victories! 💙💛
🦅 THAT'S A WRAP!
It may have been a shorter week of competition because of Horse Show Break, but our student-athletes who took the field and court continued to give it everything they had.
Enjoy the remainder of Horse Show Break, #HMS Family and Friends! We’ll be back in action on Tuesday and ready to Soar Above the Rest!
#HarrisMiddleSchool #HMSSports #EagleVision #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
Happy Horse Show Break Thursday #HarrisMiddleSchool Family! As we move closer to the end of Horse Show Break, here are two important reminders. The first is for all students, the second is for students in 7th Grade and their parents/guardians.
Attention all #HMS Parents/Guardians!
For the 2026-27 school year, proof of residency will continue to be REQUIRED for all K-12 students.
What works as proof?
Utility Statement
Letter of Correspondence from a Government Agency
Lease Agreement
Help us keep our schools strong and ready for every student. Let’s make this school year the best yet!
Questions? Please see graphic for more information.
***ALSO***
IMPORTANT 7TH GRADE PARENT & GUARDIAN REMINDER
All 7th-grade students at #HarrisMiddleSchool are required to have the Tdap booster in order to meet Tennessee state immunization requirements.
IMPORTANT DEADLINE: September 8, 2026
Students with incomplete health records will not be able to return to school on September 8 until the required documentation has been received.
If your child still needs the Tdap booster, immunizations may be obtained through your child’s healthcare provider or the Bedford County Health Department.
Bedford County Health Department
140 Dover Street, Shelbyville, TN
931-684-3426
After your child receives the immunization, please make sure #HMS receives the original Tennessee Certificate of Immunization or has the certificate faxed directly from the healthcare provider. Photocopies are not acceptable.
For questions, please contact HMS School Nurse Tori Woods, RN at 931-684-5195.
Thank you for taking care of this as soon as possible and helping ensure your child is ready to return to school on September 8!
Attention all #HMS Parents/Guardians!
For the 2026-27 school year, proof of residency will continue to be REQUIRED for all K-12 students.
What works as proof?
Utility Statement
Letter of Correspondence from a Government Agency
Lease Agreement
Help us keep our schools strong and ready for every student. Let’s make this school year the best yet!
Questions? Please see graphic for more information.
***ALSO***
IMPORTANT 7TH GRADE PARENT & GUARDIAN REMINDER
All 7th-grade students at #HarrisMiddleSchool are required to have the Tdap booster in order to meet Tennessee state immunization requirements.
IMPORTANT DEADLINE: September 8, 2026
Students with incomplete health records will not be able to return to school on September 8 until the required documentation has been received.
If your child still needs the Tdap booster, immunizations may be obtained through your child’s healthcare provider or the Bedford County Health Department.
Bedford County Health Department
140 Dover Street, Shelbyville, TN
931-684-3426
After your child receives the immunization, please make sure #HMS receives the original Tennessee Certificate of Immunization or has the certificate faxed directly from the healthcare provider. Photocopies are not acceptable.
For questions, please contact HMS School Nurse Tori Woods, RN at 931-684-5195.
Thank you for taking care of this as soon as possible and helping ensure your child is ready to return to school on September 8!
🌉✨ Strong schools thrive in strong communities, and organizations like Bridge Bedford help make that possible.
Bridge Bedford is committed to bringing people together, creating opportunities and investing in the future of Bedford County. 🤝❤️ Through community engagement, educational support and initiatives that strengthen connections across our county, their work helps create a brighter future for #students and families. 📚✨
#BedfordCountySchools is grateful for community organizations that share a commitment to supporting #student success both inside and outside the classroom. 🎓💙
🔗 Learn more about Bridge Bedford and the impact they are making throughout our community by visiting: https://bridgebedford.org/
❄️🎄 Also, be sure to mark your calendars for Winter Wonderland! 🎁✨ This festive event brings families and community members together to celebrate the holiday season with fun activities, special attractions and plenty of holiday cheer. ☃️❤️ It's a wonderful opportunity to make memories and connect with others in our community.
#BridgeBedford #CommunityPartners #StudentSuccessIsOurWhy #StrongerTogether
🌟🌮Spirit Day Alert!🌮🌟
📌📅Mark your calendars and get ready to show your school spirit, #BCSFamilies!📣🎉
DosBros Fresh Mexican Grill is teaming up with each of our 16 amazing schools to host Spirit Days for #students, parents, grandparents, teachers and friends! 🌮❤️
Let's come together for great food, great fun and great support for our schools! 🍽️
➡️Please see graphic for more information and to find your school's date, or visit: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/how-to-give-back-to-my-school.
#SupportOurSchools #EatForACause #DosBros #CommunityInvolvement #Generous #BedfordCountySchools
Picture Day at #HarrisMiddleSchool is now only 7 days away!
#HMS Picture Day will be on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Retakes will take place for those that miss that day or need a picture retaken on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Those getting their pictures taken are asked to please not wear green since a green screen will be used to take the pictures.
#HMS Picture Day will be on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Retakes will take place for those that miss that day or need a picture retaken on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Those getting their pictures taken are asked to please not wear green since a green screen will be used to take the pictures.
Recently at #HarrisMiddleSchool our seventh-grade math students applied their knowledge of integers and rational numbers through a creative, real-world project. #HMS students selected from four project options:
• Design a handmade item and create a business proposal and budget
• Develop a family-history timeline using positive and negative numbers
• Build a model of an obstacle course while calculating changes in elevation
• Create an exercise video that demonstrates and explains integer operations
Each project challenged students to use mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, creativity, and communication. Students were expected not only to calculate accurately but also to explain how the mathematics connected naturally to their chosen project.
We are proud of the hard work, imagination, and mathematical thinking our students demonstrated. Learning truly comes to life when students can connect classroom concepts to authentic situations!
-Thank you to Mrs. Breedlove for sharing this information and the photos!
#SoarAboveTheRest
• Design a handmade item and create a business proposal and budget
• Develop a family-history timeline using positive and negative numbers
• Build a model of an obstacle course while calculating changes in elevation
• Create an exercise video that demonstrates and explains integer operations
Each project challenged students to use mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, creativity, and communication. Students were expected not only to calculate accurately but also to explain how the mathematics connected naturally to their chosen project.
We are proud of the hard work, imagination, and mathematical thinking our students demonstrated. Learning truly comes to life when students can connect classroom concepts to authentic situations!
-Thank you to Mrs. Breedlove for sharing this information and the photos!
#SoarAboveTheRest
Oh, D.E.A.R., we love to read!
Last week at #HarrisMiddleSchool, our students and staff **dropped everything and read!** Several times throughout the day on Thursday, classrooms across #HMS paused the hustle and bustle to enjoy some quiet reading time during our **Oh D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything And Read)** moments.
There’s just something special about an entire school taking a few moments to get lost in a good book!
A HUGE thank you to 6th Grade Assistant Principal Ruth Cepeda for sharing these great photos of our students and staff enjoying some of our Oh D.E.A.R. time!
Keep reading, Eagles! Every page is another opportunity to #SoarAboveTheRest!
Last week at #HarrisMiddleSchool, our students and staff **dropped everything and read!** Several times throughout the day on Thursday, classrooms across #HMS paused the hustle and bustle to enjoy some quiet reading time during our **Oh D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything And Read)** moments.
There’s just something special about an entire school taking a few moments to get lost in a good book!
A HUGE thank you to 6th Grade Assistant Principal Ruth Cepeda for sharing these great photos of our students and staff enjoying some of our Oh D.E.A.R. time!
Keep reading, Eagles! Every page is another opportunity to #SoarAboveTheRest!
✨ Your everyday purchases can make a difference for our schools! 💳🏫
Since 2017, First Community Bank has donated more than $168,000 to local schools through its School Spirit Debit Card program! 🎉
Here’s how it works: Every time you swipe a School Spirit Debit Card, 3 cents is donated to the school of your choice at no cost or monthly charge to you! 🙌
You can show your school spirit, support your favorite Bedford County school and make every swipe count.🎉
Ready to get started? Learn more and sign up here: https://www.bedfordk12tn.com/page/how-to-give-back-to-my-school.
#SwipeForSchools #SupportLocal #BedfordCountyProud #SchoolSpirit #BedfordCountySchools
The Renaissance Committee for School Culture is at it again!
With the TWHNC break approaching the Renaissance Committee played a game with the faculty! Teachers and Staff had to collect all four of the administrators to win a big prize!
They also could collect all three Guidance Counselors. Rumor had it Coach Young was really hard to find!
Teachers could also find the Intervention TEAM. They could turn their DUO in for a prize. This was tricky since there were individual pictures of them as well!
The winners collected their prize in the Winner’s Circle!
Everyone had a fun time searching the hallways for fun pictures!
The Committee strives to add fun to Harris Middle every day!! It truly is the best place to teach!!
We would like to give a special thanks to all that donated items for prizes.
The Walking Horse Report for Cups.
The Winner’s Circle for an Orca Barrel Cup.
Finn & Riley for a beautiful glass with a walking horse on it.
The Grindstone Cowboy for a gift certificate.
Susie Johnson and Corner Cleaners for Walking Horse candles.
The Office of Mayor Chad Graham for Bedford County maps to be shared with our students.
Marsha’s for many magazines for our students to share for Oh Dear time!
The UT Extension Office for pencils and reading material to be shared with our students.
The Bedford County Soil Conservation Department for pencils and an assortment of goodies.
The City of Shelbyville for cups, stress ball horses, pencils, frisbees, and a multitude of goodies.
Tre Stewart at Coldwell Banker Southern Reality and CrossFit 931 for 4 gift cards to 7Brew.
The TWHNC and Warren Wells for two coozies and a fan.
The week ended with Optimist Donuts for all the faculty provided by our fantastic Administrators!
#HMS #SoarAboveTheRest #HarrisMiddleSchool
With the TWHNC break approaching the Renaissance Committee played a game with the faculty! Teachers and Staff had to collect all four of the administrators to win a big prize!
They also could collect all three Guidance Counselors. Rumor had it Coach Young was really hard to find!
Teachers could also find the Intervention TEAM. They could turn their DUO in for a prize. This was tricky since there were individual pictures of them as well!
The winners collected their prize in the Winner’s Circle!
Everyone had a fun time searching the hallways for fun pictures!
The Committee strives to add fun to Harris Middle every day!! It truly is the best place to teach!!
We would like to give a special thanks to all that donated items for prizes.
The Walking Horse Report for Cups.
The Winner’s Circle for an Orca Barrel Cup.
Finn & Riley for a beautiful glass with a walking horse on it.
The Grindstone Cowboy for a gift certificate.
Susie Johnson and Corner Cleaners for Walking Horse candles.
The Office of Mayor Chad Graham for Bedford County maps to be shared with our students.
Marsha’s for many magazines for our students to share for Oh Dear time!
The UT Extension Office for pencils and reading material to be shared with our students.
The Bedford County Soil Conservation Department for pencils and an assortment of goodies.
The City of Shelbyville for cups, stress ball horses, pencils, frisbees, and a multitude of goodies.
Tre Stewart at Coldwell Banker Southern Reality and CrossFit 931 for 4 gift cards to 7Brew.
The TWHNC and Warren Wells for two coozies and a fan.
The week ended with Optimist Donuts for all the faculty provided by our fantastic Administrators!
#HMS #SoarAboveTheRest #HarrisMiddleSchool
📣 Attention Parents & Guardians of Students Who Will Be in 8th Grade (2026–2027 School Year)!
#HarrisMiddleSchool is excited to offer an incredible opportunity for #students to travel to Washington, D.C. March 29 – April 2, 2027 for an unforgettable educational experience filled with history, exploration and lasting memories.
This opportunity is open to:
✔ Students who will be in 8th grade during the 2026–2027 school year in any Bedford County School
✔ Students zoned for a school in Bedford County
👉If your #student is interested in this exciting opportunity, please see the graphic or visit the link below to learn more:
https://myprogram.worldstrides.com/custom/2027-harris-ms-dc-229880/?fbclid=IwdGRjcASFRqNjbGNrBIVGnWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHrVURw1HSK3hQDlRU6UZbm0bsdFbk6nI475dqwBhoEd8FeX0OC6Qu_d9vQxD_aem__iUgMKuW49Abav3FCjK5zw
🌟Don't miss this opportunity! Secure your spot today!🌟
#StayInformed #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #WeAreHarris #SoarAboveTheRest #BedfordCountySchools
🐴✨ Happy Horseshow Break, #BedfordCountySchools! ✨🐴
Take a moment to unwind and soak up the magic of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration! 🐎🎉 Whether you’re cheering from the stands or enjoying some well-deserved downtime, this is your chance to relax and make lasting memories. 📸💛
Wishing you a week filled with sunshine, smiles and celebration! 🌞🎊
#HorseShowBreak #RelaxAndRecharge #CommunityStrong #TennesseeTraditions #TWHNC #WeAreBedford
Take a moment to unwind and soak up the magic of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration! 🐎🎉 Whether you’re cheering from the stands or enjoying some well-deserved downtime, this is your chance to relax and make lasting memories. 📸💛
Wishing you a week filled with sunshine, smiles and celebration! 🌞🎊
#HorseShowBreak #RelaxAndRecharge #CommunityStrong #TennesseeTraditions #TWHNC #WeAreBedford
