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Proficient in Reading:
Elementary 29%; Middle 32%; High 30%
Distinguished in Reading:
Elementary 15%; Middle 19%; High 14%
Proficient in Math:
Elementary 33%; Middle 38%; High 33%
Distinguished in Math:
Elementary 8%; Middle 11%; High 11%
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This week’s #ThrowbackThursday takes us back to 2011! The pictures showcase the 2011 BCHS Volleyball team We want to wish our volleyball teams the best of luck this upcoming season! Fight on!

#ThrowbackThursday #TBT #WeAreBC
1 day ago, Grant Harper
2011 BCHS Volleyball team.
2011 BCHS Volleyball team.

Congratulations to Carla Wood, teacher at Austin Tracy Elementary, on being recognized as the Barren County Schools Certified Employee of the Month for demonstrating the Profile of a Trojan trait Skill and Knowledge Mastery. Thank you for the difference you make!
#WeareBC #BCSkillandKnowledgeMastery

2 days ago, Carson Browning
Carla Wood and Shelly Groce

Congratulations to Kristy Harrison, staff member at Austin Tracy Elementary, on being recognized as the Barren County Schools Certified Employee of the Month for demonstrating the Profile of a Trojan trait Teamwork. Thank you for the difference you make!
#WeareBC #BCTeamwork

2 days ago, Carson Browning
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Congratulations to Rafe Jewell, a student at Austin Tracy Elementary, on being recognized as the Barren County Schools Student of the Month for demonstrating Accountability. Keep up the great work! We are proud of you!
#WeareBC #BCAccountability
2 days ago, Carson Browning
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Middle and High School students interested in joining the BCHS Swim Team are encouraged to attend an informational meeting!

📅 Monday, August 31
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Barren County Middle School Media Center

Come learn more about the BCHS Swim Team and the upcoming season! Contact Coach Poland for more information at trista.poland@barren.kyschools.us🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️

2 days ago, BCHS
Swim Team Meeting
Our technology department Helpdesk students are already putting their skills to work!

In just the first five days of school, our Helpdesk team has closed nearly 65 work orders across Barren County Schools.

These students are gaining real-world experience as they troubleshoot problems and help keep technology running smoothly for our staff and schools.

We’re proud of the way they’ve jumped right in and taken ownership of their work. What a great start to the school year!
#WeareBC #BCTeamwork #BCAccountability
3 days ago, Barren County Schools
help desk students
help desk students
help desk students
help desk students
help desk students
help desk students
help desk students
This week’s #ThrowbackThursday takes us back to the summer of 2014! The pictures showcase various BCHS students enjoying their summer break! We have thoroughly enjoyed hearing all about the adventures of summer break!

#ThrowbackThursday #TBT #WeAreBC
8 days ago, Grant Harper
throwback thursday post

We’re almost there, BC!

The first day of school is this Wednesday, August 12, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back!

Our schools are ready. Our staff is ready. Now we just need our students! Here’s to a great start to the 2026-27 school year.

#WeareBC

11 days ago, Grant Harper
graphic for first day of school
The first day of school is almost here, and we are ready to welcome students and staff back with delicious meals to kick off the new school year!

Take a look at our menus for August 12th through the 14th so you can start planning your breakfast and lunch favorites.

We can't wait to see our cafeterias filled with smiling faces again. Here's to a great school year filled with learning, friendships, and nutritious meals!

Serving with Pride. Fueling Success.

#WeareBC #NutrtionServices
11 days ago, Barren County Schools
Elementary Menu 0812-14
Campus Menu 0812-14

Fans who renewed their football season tickets can pick them up at Meet the Trojans on August 10 beginning at 7:00 PM. New season tickets for football, volleyball, and soccer will also be available for purchase. Season tickets are $40 each.

BCHS students can purchase a Pep Club membership for $20 at Meet the Trojans or from a Pep Club sponsor. The Pep Club card also serves as a student pass for ALL regular-season BCHS home athletic events.

Student passes for elementary and middle school students, valid for all regular-season BCHS home athletic events, will also be available for $20.

Support the Trojans, save money, and skip the gate lines. We look forward to seeing you at Meet the Trojans. Fight On!

16 days ago, BCHS
Season Tickets
School starts August 12th for students in grades K-12. We can’t wait to welcome students back for another great year!
#WeareBC
17 days ago, Barren County Schools
Graphic Barren County Schools
Barren County Schools is hiring substitute bus drivers! Help safely transport our students while earning extra income and serving your community.

Apply today: https://barrenctyky.schoolspring.com/?jobid=4978818

#WeareBC
17 days ago, Barren County Schools
Sub bus driver graphic
Please join us in welcoming Susan Pace as the next principal of Eastern Elementary School. Mrs. Pace brings years of experience and a commitment to helping every student succeed. We're excited for this next chapter at Eastern and look forward to the leadership, care, and vision she will bring to the school community.

We also want to thank the Eastern Elementary Site-Based Decision Making Council for the time, care, and thoughtful consideration they invested throughout the principal selection process.

Congratulations, Mrs. Pace!

Click here for the full release: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ny7_gGASICzAd6Wd05WL67u8V-90XcVfS4NnWuFMbzM/edit?usp=sharing

#WeareBC
22 days ago, Barren County Schools
Susan Pace
Susan and site-based council members

This week’s #ThrowbackThursday takes us back to Austin Tracy in 1973! The pictures showcase some of the hard-working cooks and cafeteria staff serving the students. We are so thankful for the many cooks and cafeteria staff we have had over the years!

What was your favorite meal you ate at school? Let us know in the comments!

#ThrowbackThursday #TBT #WeAreBC

22 days ago, Grant Harper
Graphic showing cafeteria staff at Austin Tracy in 1973
Graphic showing cafeteria staff at Austin Tracy in 1973
Graphic showing cafeteria staff at Austin Tracy in 1973
Graphic showing cafeteria staff at Austin Tracy in 1973
🌞🚗 FINAL Summer Feeding Pickup Is Tomorrow! 🚗🌞

Tomorrow is the last Barren County Summer Feeding meal kit pickup of the summer!

If you're registered, be sure to review your pickup location, time, driving route, and menu information before heading out.

🔗 https://canva.link/8sbvi38chnqwrak

Not signed up? You may still have an opportunity to receive a meal kit. During the last 30 minutes of a site's operating hours, any remaining kits may be made available on a first-come, first-served basis.

As we wrap up another successful summer feeding season, we'd like to thank our families, staff, student workers, and community partners for helping us ensure children across Barren County had access to nutritious meals throughout the summer.

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow for our final pickup!

#WeAreBC #SummerFeeding2026
24 days ago, Barren County Schools
SF 8
Congratulations to Caleb Butler-Smith, a student at Red Cross Elementary, on being recognized as the Barren County Schools Student of the Month for demonstrating Initiative. Keep up the great work! We are proud of you!
#WeareBC #BCInitiative
28 days ago, Barren County Schools
Caleb Butler Smith
Congratulations to Amelia Rodas, instructional assistant at Red Cross Elementary, on being named the Barren County Schools Classified Employee of the Month for exemplifying Teamwork. Thank you for your dedication and the positive impact you have on our school community!
#WeareBC #BCTeamwork
28 days ago, Barren County Schools
Amelia Rhodas and Mike Miller
Congratulations to Jill Kinslow, teacher at Red Cross Elementary, on being recognized as the Barren County Schools Certified Employee of the Month for demonstrating the Profile of a Trojan trait of Initiative. Thank you for the difference you make!
#WeareBC #BCInitiative
28 days ago, Barren County Schools
Jill Kinslow and Mike Miller
Looking for a rewarding job with great benefits? Join the Barren County Schools transportation team!

We're hiring full-time substitute bus drivers to help safely transport our students each day. If you enjoy working with children and want to make a positive impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today: https://barrenctyky.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5836727

#WeareBC
28 days ago, Barren County Schools
graphic of bus driver
This week’s #ThrowbackThursday takes us back over 30 years to the summer of 1995! The pictures showcase the BCHS students who participated in the Governor’s Scholar Program. We are very proud of all students who are participating in this year's Governor’s summer programs!

#ThrowbackThursday #TBT #WeAreBC
29 days ago, Grant Harper
BCHS students who participated in the 1995 Governor’s Scholar Program.