2026 GSBA Distinguished School Board
The Georgia School Boards Association has named the Barrow County Board of Education a Distinguished School Board.
October 5, 2026
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In Remembrance
Christian Angulo. Mason Schermerhorn. Richard Aspinwall. Cristina Irimie. Forever in our hearts.In remembrance of those whose lives were tragically taken and in recognition of the strength and resi...
September 4, 2026
Board Briefs - September 2026
Student Growth & Success 2025-26 Georgia Milestones Update The board received an update concerning the 2025-2026 Georgia Milestones Assessment System results for mathematics, science, and socia...
September 2, 2026
Board Briefs - August 2026
Student Growth & Success2025-2026 AP Test ResultsNot only did the number of Advanced Placement (AP) exams taken in the district increase, but the pass rate did as well. Seventy-three percent of...
August 5, 2026
Back-to-School Information to Know
We hope you are enjoying your summer break! To make sure you're ready for the first day of school on Friday, July 31, we have some information to know below! Two Apps to Keep You Connected Parent P...
July 10, 2026
Thank You, BCSS Families
BCSS Families, As we close the school year, I want to take a moment to reflect and appreciate the incredible progress we have made together as a school system and community. With your support and t...
May 22, 2026
Board Briefs: May 2026
Scroll for a summary of the May 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Finances & Infrastructure Salary Study Update The Barrow County Board of Education continues to show gratitude and commitme...
May 15, 2026
Welcome Our New Assistant Principal to RMS!
RMS Families,Mrs. Croy and I are excited to share that Ms. Lisa Zielenske will be joining our DogPack family as our next Assistant Principal beginning with the 2026–2027 school year.Ms. Zielenske b...
May 6, 2026
5 Things to Know for May 2026
5 Things to Know for May 1) End of School Reminders Please remember to pick up any medications, return all library books, and pay any remaining balances or close student accounts if your child will...
May 1, 2026
Board Briefs: April 2026
Scroll for a summary of the April 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Finances & Infrastructure Salary Supplement for All BCSS Staff Thank you to the Board of Education for approving a salary...
April 17, 2026
5 Things to Know for April 2026
5 Things to Know for April 1) Spring Break Spring Break is on the other side of this weekend! Our buildings will be closed from April 6–10. We wish you all a wonderful break and look forward to see...
April 2, 2026
New RMS Principal Named
RMS Families,I am excited to announce that the next principal of Russell Middle will be Ms. Hannah Croy starting with the 2026-27 school year.Not only is Ms. Croy a graduate of the Barrow County Sc...
March 20, 2026
BCSS Student Art Showcase
Celebrate with us on your school’s Spotlight Night! See the dates & times below to know when your school’s art teacher will be at the BCSS art show. If that date/time doesn’t work for you, plea...
March 9, 2026
Board Briefs: March 2026
Read below for a summary of the March 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Academics & Student Success Dual Enrollment Opportunities BCSS Career Technical Agricultural Education Director and S...
March 6, 2026
Principal Message: Next School Year
Dear RMS Families,I have some bittersweet news to share with you. I have been given the opportunity to serve as the principal at Auburn Elementary School next school year, and I have accepted the h...
February 27, 2026
2025-2026 Bright Ideas Grants
Thank you to our District Partner in Education Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) for their continued support of our schools! For the 2025-2026 school year, all five BCSS middle schools ...
February 9, 2026
Board Briefs: February 2026
Read below for a summary of the February 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Academics & Student Success It's Time to Apply for the Pre-K Lottery! The BCSS Pre-K Lottery application window is...
February 6, 2026
S.O.U.Per Bowl
The annual S.O.U.PER Bowl Competition is underway! This district-wide event supports the Barrow Food Pantry in serving Barrow County. The top elementary, middle, and high school SOUPer Bowl winning...
February 5, 2026
2026 BCSS Parent Comprehensive Needs Assessment Survey
Please complete this survey as part of our annual needs assessment. Your feedback is valuable to school and district improvement planning processes for the 2026-2027 school year. This form will be ...
February 2, 2026
2026-27 Teacher of the Year Finalists!
The votes have been tallied, and we are excited to recognize our 2025–2026 Russell Middle School Teacher of the Year finalists! 6th Grade: Kallen Watson 7th Grade: Kristina Oliver 8th Grade: Rebecc...
January 29, 2026
2026 STAR Students and STAR Teachers
Congratulations to our 2026 STAR Students and their selected STAR Teachers! STAR Students: Seth Johnson, Apalachee High School Keely Schmook, Barrow Arts & Sciences Academy Josie McElhannon, Wi...
January 22, 2026
2026 District Spelling Bee
Congratulations to Hailey Zuniga, a 7th grader from Russell Middle School, for winning the Barrow County School System 2026 District Spelling Bee!The runner-up is Jude Bastedo, a 8th grader from Ar...
January 16, 2026
Board Briefs: January 2026
Read below for a summary of the January 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Academics & Student Success Mid-Year Safety Update The Board of Education received a mid-year review on key school ...
January 9, 2026
5 Things to Know for January 2026
5 Things to Know BCSS Family, here are five things to know as we start a new month! 1) Lottery Application Windows The BCSS Pre-K Program will begin accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Pre-K L...
January 6, 2026
BCSS Attendance Policy
We value the health and safety of our students and staff and are closely monitoring the flu situation. Our current attendance policy (below) is based on state law and allows for these types of situ...
January 6, 2026
2025 District Technology Competition
145 of Barrow’s best, brightest, and boldest students competed in the school system’s sixth annual Student Technology Competition on December 11, 2025. These students presented 114 projects nominat...
January 6, 2026
Welcome Back
Dear BCSS Family, I hope this message finds you and your loved ones refreshed and rejuvenated after a restful Winter Break. As we welcome students and staff back to our schools, I want to take a mo...
January 5, 2026
2026-2031 Strategic Plan Community Feedback Update
The thoughtful and engaging process continues to develop the Barrow County School System’s 2026-2031 Strategic Plan. On Monday, December 8, 2025, a planning team meeting made up of school system st...
December 5, 2025
BCSS Board Briefs - December 2025
Academics & Student Success Student Calendars Approved for 2026-2027 & 2027-2028 The Barrow County Board of Education approved the student calendars for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school y...
December 3, 2025
BCSS Board Briefs - November 2025
Academics & Student Success Student Calendars for 2026-2027 & 2027-2028 Drafts of the Student Calendars for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years are now posted to eBoard for public review. ...
November 5, 2025
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
October 20, 2025
Please Join Us: Strategic Plan Community Meeting Oct. 27
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 planning ...
October 17, 2025
BCSS Board Briefs - October 2025
Academics & Student Success 2025 BCSS Graduation Rate Reaches Record High 92.7% Congratulations to the Barrow County School System Class of 2025 for achieving the highest graduation rate in BCS...
October 15, 2025
2025 GSBA Exemplary School Board Status
Barrow County School System (BCSS) is proud to receive Exemplary School Board status for 2025 from the Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA). This recognition showcases best practices in school
October 6, 2025
BOE Attends Annual SRO Training
Each summer, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officers (SROs) conduct multiple scenario-based training exercises in our schools. The exercises help ensure they are prepared and
August 6, 2025
Safety Enhancement Update: Feb. 4 BOE Meeting
BCSS Middle School Families, As BCSS has shared, on Jan. 8, 2025, the Barrow County Board of Education voted to approve the immediate implementation of the OpenGate Weapons Detection System at our
February 7, 2025
Safety Enhancement Update: Jan. 28 BOE Work Session
The Barrow County Board of Education (BOE) heard several updates concerning safety enhancements at our schools during their Jan. 28 Work Session. Weapons Detection Systems at High Schools The
January 29, 2025
BOE Approves Weapons Detection System at High Schools
Today, the Barrow County School System Board of Education held a Called Board Meeting to discuss school safety enhancements and decide on new measures. The Board voted to authorize the immediate
January 9, 2025
Board of Education Members Sworn-in
Welcome, New Board of Education Members! The January 7, 2025, Board Meeting was the first for four new Board of Education members. Five members were sworn in to mark the start of their term of
January 8, 2025
Called Board Meeting
The Barrow County Board of Education has called a meeting to discuss in Executive Session immediate school safety enhancement options. The meeting will be Jan. 9 at 4 p.m. at the Central Office.
January 8, 2025
HB581: Intent to Opt Out Public Hearings
The Barrow County School System (BCSS) Board of Education intends to opt out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption for Barrow County Schools. All concerned citizens are
January 7, 2025
Dec. 3 BOE Meeting Safety Enhancement Update
The Safety Enhancement Survey is now open to our community. This is the next step in our process that has included research as well as meeting with multiple stakeholders and staff members. The
December 3, 2024