
Congratulations to our 2022-2023 Blackford County Schools' retirees Mrs. Cissy Clock, Kindergarten teacher at BPS; Mr. Thurman Cook, an Instructional Assistant at BJSHS; Mr. Don Peden, the Head Custodian at BJSHS; and Mrs. Nancy Slentz, food service staff member at BPS.
The staff members were recognized during the End of Year Breakfast held this morning at BJSHS by Superintendent Chad Yencer and Assistant Superintendent David Parker. Building principals Craig Campbell, Jim Fox and Jason Ridge shared a bit about what makes these individuals so special.
(We included a retro photo of Mrs. Slentz doing what she did so well during her career at BCS... serving others with a smile!)
If you see any of these people, please wish them well. They have worked hard to make a difference in the lives of the students of Blackford County Schools!
Best wishes, Cissy, Thurman, Don and Nancy! Relax and enjoy the next chapter of your lives! You deserve it! ❤️
#BruinProud





The BPS Kindness Club sent congratulatory cards to the Class of 2023! So kind!
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There were ROCK STARS at BPS today! Members of the Class of 2023 walked the halls today to the cheers of students in grades K-2! Way to go, Bruins, we are proud of you! (You made a positive impact on our Cubs today!)
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BJSHS annual kickball game championship game - love our kids cheering on their teammates! Such a supportive group of teachers and students.


Check out the artwork from our high school art students!! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1jFAA9Dj05NQbepZoOteXd8mPzaSdyB17fJfO9m1aGzo/edit?usp=sharing

2023 JH Bruin Pride Awards for 7th grade Math











Any BJSHS student that did not return their Chromebook and charger today, please bring it TOMORROW!!


Be sure to wear your green on Tuesday for the awareness of those battling Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma!!


Tomorrow is the DAY for Chromebook Collection! Grades 7/8 will return theirs during the 1st and 2nd periods. Grades 7-12 will return theirs during periods 3-7. BE SURE TO BRING YOUR CHROMEBOOK, CASE, AND CHARGER WITH YOU TO SCHOOL TOMORROW!!


Congratulations, Class of 2023! They were recognized yesterday for their accomplishments during Senior Honor Awards! We appreciate your hard work!
Also, thank you to the Blackford County Community Foundation and all the generous donors to this important scholarship program.




Chromebook Collection for grades 7-12 will be on Tuesday, May 23rd. PLEASE BE SURE TO BRING YOUR CHROMEBOOK AND CHARGER TO SCHOOL!!


Senior Honor Night/Day will be on Sunday, May 21st, at 4 pm., in the Main Gym.


If you want to be guaranteed a t-shirt, don't forget to register for the Blackford Bruin Summer Volleyball Camp by the end of school today. See Mrs. Walter if you need a registration form—contact Coach Ahern (lahern@blackfordschools.org) for more information.

Please wear a green shirt on Tuesday, May 22nd, for the awareness of those battling Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.


Don't forget about the HCPL's painting party tomorrow (Friday) at 4 pm. Participants will learn step-by-step painting on a canvas. Refreshments will also be served. Call or stop by the library to sign up!



Spring band and choir program. We have very talented students at BIS and BJSHS. Great performance Bruins!




The Hartford City Public Library is hosting a painting party on Friday, May 19th, at 4 pm. Participants will paint the same picture on canvas step-by-step. Refreshments will be served. Call or stop by the library to sign up.


Register by THIS FRIDAY, MAY 19, to guarantee a t-shirt. See Mrs. Walter if you need a registration form. Any questions may be directed to Coach Ahern (lahern@blackfordschools.org). (2/2)

Registration for the Blackford Bruin Summer Volleyball Camp is open until May 31. The camp is open for players in grades K-8 next school year and will include an overview of skills taught by BJSHS coaches and current players. (1/1)


Join in the fun of cooking this summer with the Purdue Extension Classroom!
