As we work through today's (and the rest of the week's) dismissal, we ask for your patience. In the beginning, it takes a little extra time for us to make sure everyone is where they need to be for the ride home. Thank you in advance for your understanding!

#FirstDayofSchool2026
about 6 hours ago, BCS
Bruin Head

Sarah Price was recently appointed as the Blackford County Schools Director of Student Services.
Mrs. Price has over a decade of administrative experience and brings a wealth of knowledge to the position that includes past roles as Assistant Principal, Early Childhood Coordinator, Preschool Director, Special Education Program Director and Assistant Director of the Delaware-Blackford Special Education Cooperative. She also spent 9 years as a Special Education teacher. Most recently, Mrs. Price served as the Assistant Principal at Blackford Primary School since 2023.
A 2002 graduate of Blackford High School, Mrs. Price obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Special Education in 2006 and her Master’s Degree in District Administration – Director of Exceptional Needs in 2014, both from Ball State University.
Mrs. Price resides in Hartford City with her husband Andy and their son Kade.
Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Price to her new position with BCS.
#BruinProud

about 7 hours ago, BCS
Sarah Price is named BCS Director of Student Services
This was a familiar sight at BIS and BJSHS today! The first day of school and students working that locker combination! It's great to see our Bruins Back at Blackford!
#FirstDayofSchool2026 #BruinProud
about 8 hours ago, BCS
Students work their locker combinations during the first day of school
Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Amber Yadon as the Assistant Principal at BJSHS!
#BacktoSchool2026 #BruinProud
about 10 hours ago, BCS
Welcome, Amber Yadon, BJSHS Assistant Prinicpal
Parents: If your student uses a Chromebook, check out this opportunity to insure the device against potential future problems.
about 10 hours ago, BCS
Chromebook insurance reminder for parents
We are glad to have our Bruins back in the classroom!
about 12 hours ago, BCS
Welcome back 2026
Oh, it's getting real at BCS!
Teacher were in district this morning for the 2026-2027 Back to School Breakfast!
Come out and meet these wonderful people during Meet the Teacher Night at BPS and BJSHS. Both begin at 5 p.m. The BIS Meet the Teacher Night takes place tomorrow (Tuesday, Aug. 4) at 5 p.m.
We will see you soon!
2 days ago, BCS
New science teacher Chloe Wicker waves hello during the BCS Back to School Breakfast
New staffer Karli Coons attends the BCS Back to School Breakfast
New teachers Kelly Bricker and Cat Myers attend the BCS Back to School Breakfast
Superintendent Chad Yencer welcomes teachers and staff back to school for the 26-27 session
BCS teachers and staff return for the Back to School Breakfast
Teachers and staff return for the BCS Back to School Breakfast
Teachers and staff return for the 26-27 Back to School Breakfast
Teachers and staff return for the 27-27 BCS Back to School Breakfast
Teachers and staff return for the 27-27 BCS Back to School Breakfast
Wow! It's been a busy week at Blackford County Schools as everyone prepares for the First Day of School on August 5! We welcome new staff members and returning staff during the first Teacher Day on August 3.
A reminder: If you haven't registered your student for school yet, you can do so here: https://www.blackfordschools.org/o/bcs/page/registration-and-immunizations
You can still visit the schools on Monday and Tuesday to register your students in-person.
Meet the Teacher Nights are as follows: BPS and BJSHS are Monday, August 3 and BIS takes place Tuesday, August 4 at 5 p.m.
We invite everyone to come out, meet your student's teachers and tour their school. We can't wait to see you!
5 days ago, BCS
BCS Teachers and Administration review plans for the first day of school
Two new BCS employees look over their paperwork during a back to school meeting
Chad Yencer, Michelle Gross and a BCS new hire discuss back to school plans
Superintendent Yencer meets with new BCS employees
Good news! The Skyward app is back online. So if you haven't registered your students for school, you can use your app to do so. With that being said, if you run into any issues using your current Skyward app, delete it and install an updated version.
A reminder that you also can visit any of our buildings to register your students in-person. Secretaries are there to provide assistance until 3 p.m.
Reminder #2, please take a moment to make sure your student's transportation information is up to date in Skyward. It will make the first day of school so much easier for everyone!
Lastly, Meet the Teacher events have been scheduled across the district. BPS and BJSHS Meet the Teacher will take place Monday, August 3 at 5 p.m. and BIS takes place on Tuesday, August 4 at 5 p.m. Come meet the teachers and let your students tour the building.
We can't wait to see you!
7 days ago, BCS
Bruin head

With the first day of school (August 5) moving quickly towards us, have you double-checked your student's transportation information for the 26-27 session? If updates need to be made, please contact the Transportation Department at 765.348.7550.
#FirstDayOfSchool

8 days ago, BCS
Message reminding parents to check their students Skyward accounts for transportation updates
Questions about the Bell to Bell No Cell Policy at BCS? For more info., call your student's school:
BPS - 765.348.7584
BIS - 765.348.7595
BJSHS - 765.348.7560
Administrative Offices - 765.348.7550
9 days ago, BCS
An explanation of the BCS Bell to Bell Cellphone Policy

Attention, attention! BCS Preschool Academy currently has open spots in the 3-year-old half-day and 4-year-old all day programs. Join Us!
#BCSPreschoolAcademy #FutureBruins

9 days ago, BCS
Blackford Preschool Academy 2026-2027 Enrollment Information

We are seeking Blackford Bruins! Are your students registered for the 2026-2027 session? If not, please visit https://www.blackfordschools.org/o/bcs/page/registration-and-immunizations to register your students.
A couple of things:
1) We recommend using a tablet or computer to register your students. It will make your online registration experience easier. (The Skyward App continues to have issues.) If you prefer to register your students in person, secretaries are in the buildings until 3 p.m. daily.
2) Meet the Teacher Nights will take place for BPS and BJSHS on Monday, August 3 at 5 p.m. At BIS, Meet the Teacher takes place on Tuesday, August 4 at 5 p.m. This is a great opportunity for your students to tour their school and meet their teacher(s).
3) The first day of school is Wednesday, August 5. (School Supply Lists can be found on the BCS Registration Page.)
4) Questions? Call: BPS-765.458.7584, BIS-765.348.7595, BJSHS-765.348.7560 or C.O.-765.348.7550.

9 days ago, Beth Jones
Seeking Blackford Bruins for the 2026-2027 school year
Thanks for your service to Blackford County Schools, Dave. You will be missed.
9 days ago, BCS
David Smith memorial shout out
Superintendent Yencer shares important back-to-school information. We will see you soon, Bruins!
19 days ago, BCS
Superintendent Yencer shares back to school information
Meet the Teacher Nights are set, Bruins! This is a great opportunity for your students to see their classrooms, check out their school and most importantly, meet their teacher! We can't wait to see you, Bruins!
#NewSchoolYear
19 days ago, BCS
Meet the Teacher Dates and Times for 26-27 school year
Remember, you can livestream Blackford County School Board meetings here: https://www.youtube.com/@BCSBoardMeetings
19 days ago, BCS
School Board Meeting reminder 7-21-2026 at 5:30 p.m.

Seeking Blackford Bruins for the 2026-2027 school year! Are your students registered?
#FirstDayApproaches #August5

22 days ago, BCS
Reminder for parents to register their students for school
You don't often see them sitting. They are always on the move- keeping Blackford Jr.-Sr. High School (and Central Office) in tip-top shape. As you can imagine, they are really busy right now getting everything ready for the first day of school!
Thank you to our BJSHS Custodians (from left) Amanda Banter, Elaine Lechien, Derinda Shady, Nick Shady, Harold Rogers, Geoff Witt, Breanna Sills and Head Custodian Becky Strine. We appreciate you!
#BruinProud
28 days ago, BCS
BJSHS Custodians are treated to lunch for their hard work during the summer

Thanks to those who have completed their student(s) 2026-2027 BCS Online Registration!
You can find the page here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a7DAla-UV0mlixbZdzYh2WF7P8KQOg2Orf5femWZ5Co/edit?usp=sharing
Some reminders:
If your students are NEW to BCS, (they didn't attend here at all last school year), then please use the New Student Registration link.
If your students attended BCS during the 25-26 school year, please complete the Fall Registration link.
For those who prefer Walk-In Registration, (and remember, you can register all your students from one location), that will take place at BPS and BIS on Thursday, July 23 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Currently, secretaries are out of the buildings for summer. They return to buildings July 21.
Questions? Call 765.348.7550.

28 days ago, BCS
Bruin Head