Let's go 6th grade! #BruinProud
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Vimme scores - 6th grade
#BruinProud #BISProud
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Vimme scores - 3rd grade
#BruinProud #BISRocks
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Vimme scores - 4th grade
Wishing our students, staff and families a safe and fun holiday weekend!
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Happy Labor Day!
Check out the 7th grade Media class working on their interviewing skills with BJSHS Associate Principal Kelli Ruble. #BetterAtBlackford
4 months ago, Beth Jones
7th grade interview with Kelli Ruble
Oh no! Your student has accidentally broken the screen on their Chromebook. Now what? Don't get stuck with costly repairs on your student's Chromebook should something unforeseen happen, such as a break or loss. For a one-time fee of $32, your student's Chromebook will be covered though July 31, 2025. Parents/Guardians can sign up for Chromebook insurance until October 1. Check out the flyer for more information.
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Chromebook Insurance form
BCS seeks a long-term Substitute Teacher for a 4th grade classroom at BIS. The ideal candidate will have a valid elementary teacher's license. To apply, send a letter of interest, resume and credentials to Principal Jim Fox at jfox@blackfordschools.org Please share this post, and check out the other BCS openings below. https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1299/BCS/4760069/Job_Postings_8-27-2024.pdf
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Help Wanted
BCS has several open jobs currently available. If you, or someone you know, are interested in an open position, send a letter of interest and resume to the contact listed. Join us! https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1299/BCS/4747365/Job_Postings_8-21-2024.pdf #BetterAtBlackford
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Help Wanted sign
BCS currently has an opening for an Accounts Payable Specialist. Join us!
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Accounts Payble Job opening
Just a friendly reminder that Chromebook insurance will cover regular wear and tear, as well as something totally unforeseen happening, such as loss or theft. Don't get stuck with costly repairs on your student's Chromebook. Parents/Guardians can sign up for Chromebook insurance until October 1. Coverage is provided through July 31, 2025. Check out the flyer for more information.
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Chromebook Insurance form
Blackford Preschool Academy will be opening up additional seats for the 2024-2025 school year! New students will start on September 2. Please call or stop by Blackford Primary School for more information. Space is limited but we are excited to have the opportunity to welcome additional students to our program. *Blackford Preschool Academy: 765-348-7584 *Students must be 4 by August 1, 2024 *Students will start on September 2, 2024 *State vouchers accepted *Enrollment is based on a first come first serve basis (Please help us share this information)
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Blackford Preschool Academy photo
Just a friendly reminder that any student enrolled in Blackford County Schools MUST be up to date on their immunizations or have a annual exemption on file. If you are unsure if your child's vaccinations are up to date, please call BCS Corporation Nurse Amy Sargent, RN at 765-348-7560 ext. 2000 for verification. According to Indiana State Law (IC 20-34-4-5) students may be excluded from school or extracurricular activities if immunizations are not up to date. If your student currently has an appointment scheduled to receive their immunizations, please call their school health office with the date. If you have documentation of the vaccination, send that in to the school asap. if your student requires an exemption form, you can find those here: https://www.bcs.k12.in.us/page/health-services
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Attention!
Your student's attendance at school means EVERYTHING!
4 months ago, Beth Jones
Attendance Matters
ATTENTION: If your bus-riding student hasn't arrived home yet, please be patient. Some of our buses are experiencing delays this afternoon.
5 months ago, Beth Jones
Attention!
Your kids are alright! 😊 We're off to a great start to the first day back to school at BCS! Thanks to everyone for making the arrival to school a smooth one this morning! This is also a friendly request for patience for the first day's dismissal. It's always a little chaotic for the first week or so. Please expect some delays.
5 months ago, Beth Jones
Students arrive for first day back to school
Kindergarten Hallway with Miss Dickey
First graders in Mrs. Amanda Wolfe's class
Mrs. Sherri Thomas' kindergarten students at BPS
Back in class at the BIS
Mr. Tom Simison's math class at BJSHS
BJSHS first day
Let's go, Bruins!
5 months ago, Beth Jones
Welcome back, Bruins!
More scenes from the 24-25 Back to School Breakfast
5 months ago, Beth Jones
BPS Principal Craig Campbell and the BPS crew
BJSHS Principal Jason Ridge introduces new staff members
Hollie Parker, Laura Lee and Matt Allen at Back to School Breakfast
BIS Principal Jim Fox welcomes new staff
BJSHS Associate Principal Kelli Ruble introduces new staff.duces new staff members
Assistant Superintendent David Parker and Sasha Hudson at the Back to School Breakfast
Teachers are Back in Blackford and fired up for the 24-25 school year! We kicked off their return with a Back to School Breakfast and some cheerleading from Superintendent Chad Yencer and other administrators. We're committed to making this a great year! Join us! Let's go, Bruins!
5 months ago, Beth Jones
Alexa Musgrave and Val Janowski Human at the Back to School Breakfast
Superintendent Chad Yencer
Carma Reidy and April Doetsch
Staff return to Back to School Breakfast
Welcome back to our staff members
Sheri McDonald, Julie Dodd and Bethany Sparks catch up at the breakfast
Commitment Page
When it comes to the heart of our community, Blackford Jr.-Sr. High School stands out for its outstanding academics, facilities and programming. There's something there for everyone! If you haven't visited our facilities lately or are unfamiliar with being a Blackford Bruin, we invite you to check out this video and JOIN US! It really is #BetterAtBlackford! https://youtu.be/vXjECQTYvXw
5 months ago, Beth Jones
Good luck to the BJSHS Bruin Pride Marching Band as they compete today in the Indiana State Fair Marching Band Contest. Go get 'em, Bruins! #BruinProud
5 months ago, Beth Jones
BJSHS Bruin Pride Marching Band