Barren County School District
Where Opportunity Creates Success
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
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
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
Congratulations to College Street Campus for being awarded the Most Improved Attendance belt!
#WeareBC #BCAccountability
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Congratulations to Barren County Middle School for being awarded the Middle/High Highest Attendance belt!
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Congratulations to Hiseville Elementary for being awarded the Small Elementary Highest Attendance belt!
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Congratulations to North Jackson for being awarded the Large Elementary Highest Attendance belt! #WeareBC #BCAccountability
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.
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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
Congratulations to Barren County Middle School students Sydney Coomer and Elizabeth Drury for being selected for All-District Orchestra!
#WeareBC #BCSkill&KnowledgeMastery
Another Tuesday, another reason to celebrate the people who keep Barren County Schools moving!
Our transportation team does more than get students from one place to another. They’re often the first friendly face students see in the morning and the last familiar smile they see at the end of the day. That daily connection, along with their focus on safety and service, makes a lasting impact.
Today, we’re recognizing three outstanding members of our transportation team! Thank you for the time, energy, and care you bring to your routes each day. We’re lucky to have people who take such pride in serving our students and families.
Let’s give them the recognition they deserve!
#TransportationTuesday #WeAreBC #BarrenCountySchools #ThankYou
Made with Care Monday is here!
Jamie Smith, Nancy Robinson, Karen Deppe, Buffy Winchester, and Leslie Lambirth from Hiseville Elementary are just a few of the amazing people who help make mealtimes special for our students. From the first meal served to the last smile shared, their care and dedication help make our schools a place where students feel welcome.
We’re thankful for the time, energy, and kindness they bring to their work each day. Thank you for all you do for our students!
Help us celebrate this week’s team in the comments with a little shout-out of your own!
#WeareBC
🎪National School Lunch Week is coming to Barren County!🎪
We’re kicking off our return from Fall Break with a Cafeteria Circus all week long! 🎉 From October 12–16, our cafeterias will be serving up some of our favorite meals, including pizza, wings, nachos, pulled pork, corndogs, meatloaf, cheeseburgers, and more! 🌭🍕🍔
It’s a whole week dedicated to celebrating school lunch, the students who enjoy it, and the amazing nutrition services teams who make it happen every day! ❤️
🎟️ The big top is coming to lunch! Check out the schedule and see what’s on the menu when we return from Fall Break!
#WeareBC #NationalSchoolLunchWeek #CafeteriaCircus #SchoolLunch #BCNutritionServices #NSLW2026
We’re kicking off our return from Fall Break with a Cafeteria Circus all week long! 🎉 From October 12–16, our cafeterias will be serving up some of our favorite meals, including pizza, wings, nachos, pulled pork, corndogs, meatloaf, cheeseburgers, and more! 🌭🍕🍔
It’s a whole week dedicated to celebrating school lunch, the students who enjoy it, and the amazing nutrition services teams who make it happen every day! ❤️
🎟️ The big top is coming to lunch! Check out the schedule and see what’s on the menu when we return from Fall Break!
#WeareBC #NationalSchoolLunchWeek #CafeteriaCircus #SchoolLunch #BCNutritionServices #NSLW2026
Throwback Thursday is taking us back to 2005!
With Fall Break here, we thought it was the perfect time to take a trip down memory lane! These photos capture Barren County students enjoying a trip back in 2005, making memories and enjoying time together along the way.
Whether you’re headed somewhere new or simply enjoying a little time away this Fall Break, we hope you make some great memories of your own!
#ThrowbackThursday #WeAreBC #FallBreak
Have you ever thought about being a bus driver?
What if your next job could offer competitive pay, a school-day schedule, and the chance to make a difference in the lives of local students?
Barren County Schools wants you to take the wheel!
Earn $18.75–$24.51 per hour, depending on your years of experience.
Eligible full-time employees may receive health insurance and other district benefits.
A schedule built around the school day. With time between morning and afternoon routes, driving can fit into your day.
Become a familiar face for students and help get them safely to and from school every day.
Date: Saturday, November 7
Time: 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Barren County Bus Garage
Contact: 270-678-7335
And the best part? You don’t have to commit to anything that day! Come take the wheel, ask questions, meet the team, and see if becoming a Barren County Schools bus driver is right for YOU.
CLICK TO LEARN MORE: https://www.barren.kyschools.us/article/3166014
On National Coaches’ Day, we thank coaches across Barren County for the tremendous time and energy they invest in our kids.
From bitty ball through high school, sports bring our community together. Behind every team are coaches who spend hours planning, practicing, traveling, and helping young athletes grow in skill and confidence. They teach teamwork, responsibility, and how to keep going when things get tough.
Thank you, coaches, for encouraging our athletes, believing in them, and giving so much of yourselves to help them succeed.
#WeareBC. #BCTeamwork
It’s Transportation Tuesday!
A lot goes into getting our students to school and back home each day, and we’re thankful for the people who make every mile count! Our transportation team brings dedication, kindness, and a commitment to our students to every route they drive.
Today, we’re spotlighting three members of our transportation team who help keep our schools moving!
Thank you for being a familiar face students can count on, for making safety a priority, and for helping start and end each school day on a positive note. Your work matters, and we’re so grateful to have you on the Barren County Schools team!
Help us celebrate our transportation team in the comments!
#TransportationTuesday #WeAreBC #BarrenCountySchools #ThankYou
It’s another Made with Care Monday!
We’re continuing our weekly celebration of the Nutrition Services teams who make a difference in our students' lives every day. From serving meals to sharing a smile, offering encouragement, and creating a welcoming cafeteria environment, these team members bring care to everything they do.
This week, we’re recognizing Jennifer Payne, Pam Medley, Tonya Polson, Savannah Depp, and Tessa Medley from Eastern Elementary! Thank you for the time, kindness, and care you give our students each day.
If you see someone you know, give them a shout-out in the comments and help us celebrate these wonderful team members!
#WeareBC
Our Central Office superhero usually wears work clothes instead of a cape, but today we thought Mike Bragg deserved one.
For National Custodian Appreciation Day, we’re thanking Mike for his hard work, the laughter he brings to our days, and the care he shows the people around him. He has a silly side we love and is just as quick to show concern when someone needs it.
Thank you, Mike, for taking such good care of our building and all of us who work here. We’re glad you’re part of our team!
#WeareBC.
For National Custodian Appreciation Day, we’re thanking Mike for his hard work, the laughter he brings to our days, and the care he shows the people around him. He has a silly side we love and is just as quick to show concern when someone needs it.
Thank you, Mike, for taking such good care of our building and all of us who work here. We’re glad you’re part of our team!
#WeareBC.
Throwback Thursday!
As we celebrated another unforgettable Senior Night, we’re kicking it back to 1997! About three decades ago, these senior soccer players were making memories, representing their school, and showing off that Trojan pride on the field!
From 1997 to 2026, the tradition continues! Here’s to the seniors who came before us, the memories made along the way, and the next generation of Trojans carrying it forward.
#WeAreBC #ThrowbackThursday #SeniorNight #Soccer #TBT
Have you ever thought about being a bus driver?
What if your next job could offer competitive pay, a school-day schedule, and the chance to make a difference in the lives of local students?
Barren County Schools wants you to take the wheel!
Earn $18.75–$24.51 per hour, depending on your years of experience.
Eligible full-time employees may receive health insurance and other district benefits.
A schedule built around the school day. With time between morning and afternoon routes, driving can fit into your day.
Become a familiar face for students and help get them safely to and from school every day.
Date: Saturday, November 7
Time: 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Barren County Bus Garage
Contact: 270-678-7335
And the best part? You don’t have to commit to anything that day! Come take the wheel, ask questions, meet the team, and see if becoming a Barren County Schools bus driver is right for YOU.
CLICK TO LEARN MORE: https://www.barren.kyschools.us/article/3166014
