To our students, staff and all their families:
Just a reminder - The Arts Place Make-It Take-It Art Activities for Kids takes place tomorrow! Come join the fun!
Looking for a job that will allow you to be home when your students are? We have an opening at the BIS for an Instructional Assistant. Send a letter of interest and resume to Principal Jim Fox at jfox@blackfordschools.org.
Check out our other openings:
https://bit.ly/3SVTyZK
It's the first Monday of the month and that means it is food pantry night at BPS. The doors open at 5:00 pm. Feel free to bring shopping bags with you to gather all of the goodies.
Blackford County Schools is looking for an Athletic Trainer, a Specialized Instructor to teach computers, and assistant coaches. Check it out. There may be something for you!
https://bit.ly/3dYGrbj
We appreciate your support!
Blackford Primary School has gone to the dogs this week!
Ultimate Canine brought over some of their puppies that are participants in the Puppies in Training program.
According to Ericka Rogers, school social worker at BPS, "These canines will be used as therapy dogs in schools, hospitals, and other facilities all over the country. We were happy to be a part of their training and look forward to future visits with them!"
Hey, Bruin Country, mark your calendars!
Hey, Bruin County, mark your calendars!
Here are a few more photos of our decked out students and staff getting ready for Homecoming 2022! Let's get fired up, Bruins!
#Homecoming2022
Social Worker Ericka Rogers had this to say about the BJSHS Marching Band visiting BPS today:
'We loved having them come visit!! Thank you Mr. Berlin and band!! You have made it the best homecoming ever!'
#LetsGetFiredUpBruins
You might be seeing double today at BCS! Students (and staff) are having fun dressing up during Homecoming Week!
Check out our 3rd grade twin Alaynas from BPS and a twinning Mrs. Jen Gallatin and Mrs. Kelly Sharp from BJSHS.
Let's get fired up, Bruins!
#Homecoming2022
If you and your students are looking for a great way to explore Blackford County history, be sure and check out the Redezvous on the Reserve '22 this weekend!
Meet Kay Hornbaker, a member of the BCS Transportation team. Most mornings and afternoons, you will find Ms. Hornbaker assisting students at the corner of Walnut and McDonald Streets. We appreciate Kay's friendly smile and dedication to the safety of our students.
#TeamBCS
Best wishes to BCS/ Five Star computer tech, Jeff King, who retired as of Friday.
Thank you for your patience and good humor. (Two of the most important traits of any good computer tech!)
Enjoy your retirement, Jeff! We appreciate your service to BCS!
If you are looking for a job making a difference in the life of a child in Blackford County, check out the latest openings at BCS. Join us! #BetterAtBlackford https://bit.ly/3dFoYUT
A big thank you to Montpelier resident Jenny Garrett who kindly donated caterpillars and cocoons to Mrs. Jessica Barker's kindergarten class at BPS so they could observe them and watch the butterflies hatch.
"The students have loved it!" said Mrs. Barker.
#BetterAtBlackford
#Welcome back to school, Bruins! Have a great school year!
What's for breakfast and lunch tomorrow at your student's school?
On your student's school webpage, click on the Dining tab, you will see the week's menu or you can locate them here:
BIS and BPS - https://www.blackfordschools.org/o/bis/dining
BJSHS - https://www.blackfordschools.org/o/bhs/dining
Reminder: BCS is a part of the Community Eligibility Program so both breakfast and lunch are free for all students.
#WelcomeBackBruins
Be sure to visit the BCS Transportation Page today. You will find up-to date bus stops (locations and times), as well as a bus driver roster and important rules and regulations so your child can have the best experience riding a BCS bus.
Transportation Page - https://www.blackfordschools.org/page/transportation
Bus stops only - https://bit.ly/3Q9OHTm
Transportation questions? Call 765.348.7554
