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BOLDer Together: Family Engagement & Understanding MAP Scores

BOLDer Together: Family Engagement & Understanding MAP Scores

During the November session of the BOLDer Together Engagement Series, families learned innovative skills to foster creativity in learning, thanks to the fantastic team from ArtsNow. This session
2023-2024 AP Exam Update

2023-2024 AP Exam Update

Advanced Placement (AP) exam results for the 2023-2024 school show about 10% more Barrow County School System students took the tests than during the previous school year. Students need to score a
Tech Update: End of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

Tech Update: End of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

BCSS Families, please read below for information from our IT Department concerning the end of the Bring Your Own Device/Technology program and what it means for your student. The essential
Recent Graduate Transcript Requests

Recent Graduate Transcript Requests

To have your transcript sent to your college by July 1, your request must be submitted by 4 p.m. June 26.   In-State Requests (Georgia Schools) If you are a graduating senior requesting
Laura Jones Named State Finalist for 2024 Governor's Honors Program

Laura Jones Named State Finalist for 2024 Governor's Honors Program

Laura Jones has been selected to represent Apalachee High School as a 2024 State finalist for Biology/Enviromental Science in the Governor's Honors Program. State Finalists will attend a four-week
AHS Reach Georgia Scholars Help the Community through Clarion Club

AHS Reach Georgia Scholars Help the Community through Clarion Club

The REACH Georgia scholars at Apalachee High School are piloting a new program this year called Clarion Club offered through the non-profit Because One Matters. Because One Matters provides
Classroom Management Professional Learning

Classroom Management Professional Learning

Barrow County School System (BCSS) educators appreciated the opportunity to hear from Brian Mendler as part of their professional learning. Bear Creek Middle School administrators scheduled the
REACH Georgia 2023-24 Signing Day

REACH Georgia 2023-24 Signing Day

The Barrow County School System hosted a celebration on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 as the 2023-24 REACH Georgia Scholars signed their commitment forms. REACH (Realizing Educational Achievement Can
Bridging Cultures & Creating Community

Bridging Cultures & Creating Community

The Barrow County Newcomer Academy's student-led, Spanish Podcast about Latin culture and experiences focused on bridging cultures and creating community. The Newcomer Academy serves high school
2023 Georgia Governor's Honor Program Finalists

2023 Georgia Governor's Honor Program Finalists

The Georgia Governor’s Honors Program (GHP) is a residential summer program for skilled, knowledgeable, and talented high school sophomores and juniors. GHP provides students with academic,
Barrow Book Boxes

Barrow Book Boxes

Thank you to District Partner in Education Zaxby's and their "Urgency to Serve Grants" for helping to make "Barrow Book Boxes" a reality! During the 2021-2022 school year, 38 students from the
Professional Learning Day Opportunities

Professional Learning Day Opportunities

Professional Learning (PL) Days for staff may mean no school for students but the learning continues for instructional and support staff. The days offer opportunities for staff to participate in
Four Middle School Students REACH for a Brighter Future

Four Middle School Students REACH for a Brighter Future

The future just got brighter for students named as Barrow County School System’s 2020 REACH Scholars. REACH (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) Georgia is the State of Georgia’s first