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Our principals show up each day ready to support students, encourage staff, and work alongside families. From celebrating successes to helping through challenges, their care for their school communities shows in so many ways.

In honor of National Principals Month, please join us in thanking our Barren County principals for all they do. We appreciate you!

#WeareBC
about 16 hours ago, Barren County Schools
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Red Ribbon Week is underway across Barren County Schools, helping students make healthy choices and look out for one another.

Thank you to our FRYSC coordinators and staff for planning activities at each campus and keeping these conversations going throughout the year.

Check out WBKO’s story featuring Youth Service Center Coordinator Shelly Thomas as she shares how this work is making a difference for our students. https://www.wbko.com/news/2026/10/27/barren-county-high-school-goes-all-red-ribbon-week/?fbclid=IwY2xjawVPPVpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMU1wOXRYZG5nMmZUdmMzcnNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEfq2RcCNm-7qfNF0_iTdfcO9FLoyldSZ0qxTNv3puIFX9MUxHblRux0ne54iM_aem_b5gEPTdM1VYfigQ_UFZZzQ

#WeareBC #RedRibbonWeek #BCAccountability
about 17 hours ago, Barren County Schools
Red Ribbon Week poster

Transportation Tuesday!

Getting our students to and from school safely takes teamwork, dedication, and a whole lot of heart!

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on the amazing transportation team members who help keep Barren County Schools running smoothly. From the first pickup of the morning to the final drop-off of the day, these individuals go the extra mile to make sure our students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

This week, we’re proud to recognize three outstanding members of our transportation family! Your commitment to our students and families makes a difference in more ways than you know, and we’re grateful for all you do.

Help us celebrate these team members and show them some love in the comments! 💙💛

#TransportationTuesday #WeAreBC #BarrenCountySchools #ThankYou

2 days ago, Barren County Schools
Barren County is recognizing members of the transportation team for doing a great job.
Barren County is recognizing members of the transportation team for doing a great job.
Barren County is recognizing members of the transportation team for doing a great job.

Made With Care Monday is here!

This week, we’re showing some love to Kim Sewell, Madelyn Cochran, Abbie Lowe, Kaitlyn Belcher, Miranda Wilson, Morganne Mutter, Jill Anderson, and Wendee Peare at North Jackson Elementary!

Their hard work, kindness, and care help make mealtimes a special part of each school day. From helping students feel welcome to making sure they’re fueled and ready to learn, the little things they do make a BIG difference!

We’re so grateful for all the ways they care for our students each day. Help us celebrate them with a little love in the comments!

#MadeWithCareMonday #WeareBC

3 days ago, Barren County Schools
Barren County is recognizing North Jackson's lunch/nutrition staff for their amazing commitment and great job they are doing.
Congratulations to Barren County Trojanette Chloe Witcher! Chloe tied for 15th at the 2026 KHSAA Girls Golf State Championship! Having represented BCHS since the sixth grade, she leaves behind an incredible legacy of dedication and excellence.
6 days ago, Debbie Bunnell
BCHS Girls Golf

Congratulations to BCHS cafeteria manger Kristy Smith, recipient of the district's Support Services Recognition! We deeply appreciate everything Kristy does each day to support our students, teachers, and staff.

6 days ago, Debbie Bunnell
Support Services Recognition
Congratulations to North Jackson student Kye Boles, Barren County Schools Student of the Month! Kye was recognized for demonstrating teamwork.
6 days ago, Debbie Bunnell
Student of the Month
Congratulations to North Jackson Instructional Assistant Corey Bagby, Barren County Schools Classified Employee of the Month. Corey was recognized for demonstrating teamwork and for the way she supports students, staff and teachers.
6 days ago, Debbie Bunnell
Classified Employee of the Month

Congratulations to North Jackson Counselor Mindy Brown, Barren County Schools Certified Employee of the Month! Mindy was recognized for demonstrating the Profile of a Trojan trait of effective communication.

6 days ago, Debbie Bunnell
Certifiied Employee of the Month

This week's #ThrowbackThursday takes us back to 4 different Football Homecomings! We are excited to cheer on the Trojans tomorrow night and see who the next Barren County Royalty will be!

Can you name any of the queens shown?

#weAreBC #tbt #homecoming

7 days ago, Grant Harper
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Congratulations to our BCHS Orchestra students selected as 2026–2027 All-District performers!

Violin I: Bella Hellinger, Maria Arenas Chamorro, Alyssa Logsdon, and Mykeayla Anderson

Violin II: Liberty Phelps, Sophia Wilson, Lili Shaw, and Kamree Dusharm

Viola: Oliver Houts, Sawyer Keel, and Torry Buckingham

Cello: Danielle Buckingham

Bass: Liam Stewart and Taven Hudgens

We’re proud to see your hard work and musical talent recognized!

#WeareBC #BCSkill&KnowledgeMastery
7 days ago, Barren County Schools
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Barren County Schools is accepting bids on a 2019 Chevy Traverse LT AWD through our GovDeals online auction. The vehicle has 99,934 miles and a clean title.

Bidding ends Saturday, November 7, 2026. View the listing, auction terms, and bidding details at www.GovDeals.com/BarrenBOE.
7 days ago, Barren County Schools
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Behind every successful school day is a team of people who help make it all possible!

This Transportation Tuesday, we’re celebrating the dedicated individuals who keep our students moving safely throughout Barren County. Rain or shine, early mornings or busy afternoons, our transportation team shows up ready to serve our students and families.

Today’s shout-out goes to these three members of this incredible team! Your hard work may happen behind the scenes, but your impact is seen every day. Thank you for creating safe, dependable, and welcoming rides for our students!

Join us in giving these team members a well-deserved THANK YOU!

#TransportationTuesday #WeAreBC #BarrenCountySchools #ThankYou

9 days ago, Barren County Schools
Barren County is recognizing members of the transportation team for doing a great job.
Barren County is recognizing members of the transportation team for doing a great job.
Barren County is recognizing members of the transportation team for doing a great job.

Made with Care Monday is here!

Every week, we’re shining a spotlight on the amazing Nutrition Services teams who bring so much more to our schools than delicious meals. Their kindness, dedication, and care help make each school day a little brighter for our students.

This week, we’re celebrating Denise Lapham, Cindy Bowman, Beth Carder, Gina Burks, and Bonnie Hart from Park City Elementary! Thank you for the care you put into everything you do and for making a difference in our students' lives each day.

Know someone on this week’s list? Give them a shout-out in the comments and help us celebrate them!

#WeareBC #MadewithCareMonday

10 days ago, Barren County Schools
Barren County is recognizing Park City's lunch staff for their amazing commitment and great job they are doing.

Throwback Thursday is taking us back to 1978!

We’re looking through the archives at the Barren County football team and taking a little trip back to the days of old-school football, classic uniforms, and Trojan pride.

As we look back at the teams who helped build our football tradition, let’s show that same support for our Trojans this season! Come out, cheer loud, and help us keep the spirit going.

#ThrowbackThursday #WeAreBC #BarrenCountySchools #GoTrojans

14 days ago, Barren County Schools
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Congratulations to College Street Campus for being awarded the Most Improved Attendance belt!

#WeareBC #BCAccountability
14 days ago, Carson Browning
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Congratulations to Barren County Middle School for being awarded the Middle/High Highest Attendance belt!

#WeareBC #BCAccountability

14 days ago, Carson Browning
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Congratulations to Hiseville Elementary for being awarded the Small Elementary Highest Attendance belt!

#WeareBC #BCAccountability

14 days ago, Carson Browning
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Congratulations to North Jackson for being awarded the Large Elementary Highest Attendance belt! #WeareBC #BCAccountability
14 days ago, Barren County Schools
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Bring the family to Beaver Trail Park on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. for a free Family Fun Night!

Enjoy cornhole, gaga pit, nine square, a message from Carl Varney with Operation Unite, and “Minions and Monsters” at 6:30 p.m. Pizza, popcorn, and drinks will be available at shelter #3 while supplies last.

Sponsored by Operation Unite and The Resilience Factor. For more information, contact Shelly Thomas at 270-629-5509.
#WeareBC
15 days ago, Barren County Schools
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