DISTRICT NEWS
We will be providing updates as that information becomes available through direct communication to families, our BCPS website, YouTube channel, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter).
CALENDAR CHANGE - DELAYING THE START OF 2ND SEMESTER
Bedford County Public Schools will be delaying the start of the second semester of the 2020-21 school year until January 21, 2021, in order to provide two additional instructional collaboration days on January 19 and 20.
This delayed start will allow teachers more time to prepare for the approximately 664 learners who have elected to shift to in-person, hybrid, or Bedford Connects (100% remote) learning options during the second semester. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we do our best to continue to safely operate our schools while accommodating families who have requested learning model changes.
Click here for 2020-21 BCPS Calendar - Updated 11/24/20
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)
Guidance Regarding Face Coverings - Beginning 11/18/20
Contact Tracing Frequently Asked Questions
Bedford County Public Schools: Contact Tracing
What is Contact Tracing?
Bedford County Public Schools still remains closed to the public, but essential appointments can be made by calling your child's school.
The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) has developed a parent resource on how to talk about COVID-19 with your child. The CDC provides daily updates and health-related guidance in regards to COVID-19 if further information is needed for your family.
COVID-19 and Your Mental Health Infographic
SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH
Bedford County Public Schools has initiated its search for a new Superintendent. To counsel us through this important process, we have retained the services of Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA), a consulting firm that specializes in assisting Boards with the consideration of candidates for this position.
After receiving input from students, parents/guardians, employees, and community members, HYA has compiled the following documents in response to the feedback.
BCPS Leadership Profile Report Summary
BCPS Leadership Profile Report
Survey Results
STUDENT REGISTRATION FOR 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
Student registration for the 2020-2021 school year with Bedford County Public Schools is open.
New Students - Click here to register
Returning Students - Click here to register
PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION
Apply online for free preschool for the 2020-2021 school year. Please use the link Preschool & Kindergarten Information page to access further information and follow the directions provided on the web page to complete and submit the electronic application. Click here for Informational Flyer about applying for preschool.
SCHOOL NUTRITION PROGRAM MEAL SERVICE UPDATES
Media Release - School Meals Free for all Children
Meal Service Update Letter
School Nutrition Program Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Click here for Intro to School Cash Online video
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 first regular monthly meeting of 2021 on January 14, 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 but will have extremely limited seating due to physical distancing requirements. Those who wish to sign up for public comment must do so ahead of the meeting date. On-site sign up will not be allowed. Those who have signed up for public comment that arrive after maximum seating capacity has been reached will be admitted into the building one at a time when it is their turn to speak.
Additionally, any member of the public attending the meeting will be required to wear a face covering. Priority seating will be given to meeting participants.
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:
http://bedford.sharpschool.net/departments/school_board/BoardDocs/
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