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5 BCSS Schools Recognized as Literacy and Math Leaders

The Georgia Department of Education has recognized five Barrow County School System schools for exceptional growth in literacy and/or mathematics during the 2024-2025 school year. These honors

BARROW SCHOOLS SEE GAINS IN CCRPI AT ALL LEVELS

Barrow County School System saw notable gains for the 2024-25 school year compared to prior years on the College & Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI). The Georgia Department of Education

HB581 / 92: Public Hearings to Opt Out

The Barrow County Board of Education intends to opt out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption for the Barrow County School District. All concerned citizens are invited

BASA's Enrollment Application is Live!

BASA is an innovative high school where we provide an inclusive learning community where everyone feels valued, empowered, supported, and prepared for the real world. Learners have many

Join Us: BOLDer Together Family Engagement Night!

Don't miss the session on Nov. 13 at Barrow Arts & Sciences Academy from 5:30pm-7pm. You will be able to participate in interactive science learning stations. Learn more! Read

BCSS School Nutrition Honored with 2025 Farm to School Award

Congratulations to Barrow County School System's School Nutrition team for receiving the 2025 Georgia Farm to School Award from the Georgia Department of Education. This award celebrates their

November Mental Health Sessions for Families

2026-2027 Student Transfer Requests

Georgia State Law, often referred to as HB 251, gives parents of public school students the option to request a transfer for their child to another school within their district where space is

Super Star Teacher for October 2025

Recruitment and Induction Coordinator Dr. Nicole Baker, Ms. Samanth Chang, WBHS Principal Rebbie Lichliter, Science Teacher John Cundey, Human Resources Director Meggan McNally   Congratulations

Congratulations 2025-26 REACH Georgia Scholars!

Congratulations to our 2025-26 REACH Scholars for Barrow County School System! Read

2025 Developmental Screenings for Children Ages 2 ½ - 5

Oct. 29, 2025 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Statham Elementary School 1970 Broad St., Statham To schedule a Child Find Developmental Screening for children ages 2 1/2 to 5 years old, call 770-867-4527 to

Help Write Our Story: 2026-2031 Strategic Plan

Be a part of writing the next chapters for the Barrow County School System. We are now crafting our next Strategic Plan that will help guide us during the 2026-2031 school years. Strategic

Attendance Matters: Attend & Achieve

When students miss school, not only do we miss them - they miss out. Consistent attendance is critical for your child’s learning, growth, and long-term success. There is a new Georgia law that

Student Code of Conduct Reminder

BCSS Families,   As we near the middle of the first half of the 2025-26 school year, we ask you to please review the Student Code of Conduct once again with your child. We need your help to stress

Safety Message from BCSS & BCSO

BCSS Family,  We need your help, please. Over the weekend, Barrow County Sheriff Deputies responded to reports of students who said they were “playing a game” that involved them wearing masks and