DISTRICT NEWS
We will be providing updates as that information becomes available through direct communication to families on our BCPS website, YouTube channel, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter).
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TRANSPORTATION ANNOUNCEMENT
Beginning on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, Bedford County Public Schools can no longer accommodate requests for daily changes with bus transportation. Students will only be permitted to ride their assigned bus or must be transported by private car. Due to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases in schools, we must maintain assigned bus seats and carefully group students to assist with contact tracing investigations. We appreciate your understanding and support as we work together to maintain a safe environment for everyone.
MASK REQUIREMENT
Per the Executive Order of the State Health Commissioner, masks are required for students, staff, and visitors inside all school buildings.
SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) will conduct a meeting on October 7, 2021, from 5:45-7:15 p.m. in the School Board Office conference room located at 311 South Bridge Street, Bedford, VA.
This meeting will be open to the public.
For more information on SEAC click here
EMERGENCY BROADBAND BENEFIT
The Emergency Broadband Benefit is a temporary program to help families struggling to afford Internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. Having a broadband connection is essential for households to gain access to jobs, healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and so much more. Click the following links to learn more.
Emergency Broadband Benefit Consumer Information
www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit
Questions about what providers may serve your area. Email broadband.questions@bedford.k12.va.us for assistance.
STUDENT REGISTRATION FOR 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR
Student registration for the 2021-2022 school year with Bedford County Public Schools is open. Please click the appropriate link below:
NEW Student Registration (students who are new to Bedford County Public Schools for 2021-2022)
RETURNING Student Registration (please contact your child's school if you have not yet received a snapcode)
SCHOOL NUTRITION UPDATES
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a nationwide waiver to allow school divisions to provide free meals to all students regardless of income through school year 2021-2022. All students in Bedford County Public Schools will continue to receive free breakfast and lunch for the 2021-2022 school year.
Although school meals will be provided free to all children, it is still very important for families to fill out a meal application for the 2021-2022 school year. Approved free and reduced meal applications also help families qualify for certain division fee reductions and for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) benefits paid through the Virginia Department of Social Services.
The preferred way for families to apply is through the My School Apps online meal application process. Only one meal application is needed for each household. Click here for informational flyer.
If you have children that are not attending school in person and would like more information about pick up times and locations. Click here for further information.
SUMMER 2021 P-EBT PAYMENT
All children who had an approved free or reduced meal application on file or who were enrolled in a CEP (Community Eligibility Provision) school during the 2020-2021 school year may qualify to receive a one-time lump sum P-EBT benefit around August 25th. CEP schools include Bedford Elementary School, Bedford Primary School, Huddleston Elementary School, Liberty Middle School, Montvale Elementary School, Staunton River Middle School, and Stewartsville Elementary School. For more information, including Frequently Asked Questions about Summer P-EBT click on the information below.
Click here for more information on Pandemic-EBT Information.
ONLINE MEAL APPLICATION
Free and Reduced Price Meals are available to families who believe they may qualify. You will be notified by mail of your child's status. Only complete one application per family. To submit an application online, click the button below.
ANGEL FUND DONATIONS
Would you like to help support the feeding needs of students in Bedford County Public Schools? Click the button below to donate to the Angel Fund Account at a school of your choice. Thank you in advance for making a difference in a child’s life!
SCHOOL CASH ONLINE
School Cash Online is a safe, simple and secure way for parents to pay for field trips, yearbooks, spirit wear, athletic fees and more. No need to take out cash or write checks, now you can shop online from the comfort of your own home. Click here and choose Register.
Parent Registration Resource Flyer
Click here for School Cash Online - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in PDF format
BUDGET INFORMATION
Click here for budget information
SCHOOL BOARD INFORMATION
The Bedford County School Board will conduct its regular monthly meeting on September 9, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. in the School Board Office conference room located at 311 South Bridge Street, Bedford, VA.
This meeting will be open to the public. The public is encouraged to watch the meeting via live stream on our YouTube channel. Tune in at 5:00 p.m.
BCPS YouTube channel link:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvIyLnQJ8uBXH9Y36C9uvw
BoardDocs, BCPS School Board Meeting Management System link:
BoardDocs® Pro
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