Bullitt County Public Schools

BCPS students, staff & families looking for help with mental health or substance use, can call Care Solace at 888-515-0595 for 24/7/365 personalized & confidential help finding a therapist or you can search on your own at www.caresolace.com/bullitt. #MovingForward

In BCPS, we view the state’s accountability system as just ONE of many tools we use to measure student success as we constantly strive for improvement. Our focus is also on helping our students model our Graduate Profile components so that they can succeed in life! #MovingForward

Our commitment to #BCPSProactiveInnovation has been recognized! BCPS has been named a recipient of the Innovative School Systems Grant! Through this, we will be able to continue our implementation of authentic learning experiences for students tied to our Graduate Profile and to build a new assessment system tied to our Board Aspiration Statements and the benefits we provide our students and their families. To learn more about this exciting announcement, visit this link: https://www.bullittschools.org/article/1314459 #MovingForward

This week's spotlight, Isaac L. from Bullitt East High School, demonstrates what it means to be a Community Contributor in the classroom every day. #MovingForward #BCPSCommunityContributor

You're Invited! In honor of Homeless Youth Awareness Month, our McKinney-Vento program is hosting a mini-conference on November 6th that is available to our both staff and the community. There are two sessions available: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM -- Register Here: https://forms.gle/1ZpJ4XZ9mWBriBwT6 3:15 PM-6:15 PM -- Register Here: https://forms.gle/AiLCYmoR763kofps8 Light snacks and beverages will be provided. The first 50 participants to register in each session will receive a FREE copy of Cheryl Fuller's book "Piece by Piece." #MovingForward #BCPSEmbraceDifferences

This week's Staff Spotlight features Ms. Becky Keown, MSD Instructional Coach with the District. Ms. Keown regularly demonstrates Service Before Self within her MSD classrooms. #MovingForward #BCPSServiceBeforeSelf

Our Industrial Maintenance students at the ATC have been testing their cardboard bridge constructions and the results are in! 🥇 First Place: Jesse, Phillip, and Cooper 🏋️ Heaviest Weight Held: Cid, Noah, Cameron -- 414.8 POUNDS! Aside from these amazing results, one of the coolest things to see was the pride that the students had in their work! Everyone was so invested in the process and even wanted to record not only their own bridge, but their classmates' as well. What a great way to build a classroom community!! #MovingForward

Earlier this week at our October Board of Education Meeting, we recognized Lily Smith from ROC as being a National Merit Scholar Semifinalist! Congratulations on this incredible accomplishment, Lily! #MovingForward

Congratulations to Ms. Kimberly Thompson who has recently been named one of only 21 teacher leaders in the state for the UK-JHF Holocaust Education Initiative! This Initiative creates a network of teachers across the Commonwealth who feel confident and capable of including Holocaust curricula in their classrooms. Throughout the year, Ms. Thompson will collaborate with the other 20 selected leaders to design district- and school-specific lessons, plan and execute workshops for teachers across the state, and more. Congratulations, Ms. Thompson!! #MovingForward

Recently, Ms. Rucker and Ms. Ridley took over 30 students from BCHS and NBHS to attend the Educators Rising Conference at Asbury University! Educators Rising is a student organization that "cultivates a new generation of highly skilled educators by guiding young people on a path from high school through college and into their teaching careers." While at the conference, BCPS students were able to chat with current Asbury students about things they can expect both in college and in the teaching profession. #MovingForward #BCPSFutureFocused

Last week, Miss Kentucky visited students at Bullitt Lick Middle School to share how important agriculture is to our everyday way of life! Students also got to chat with her individually at a meet-and-greet in the cafeteria after her presentation. #MovingForward

Every October, National Principals Month spotlights the incredible driving forces that are our Principals. These leaders not only run schools, but mold the futures of our next generations & create environments that promote success for each of our students. #MovingForward #NationalPrincipalsMonth Part 3: EAST

Every October, National Principals Month spotlights the incredible driving forces that are our Principals. These leaders not only run schools, but mold the futures of our next generations & create environments that promote success for each of our students. #MovingForward #NationalPrincipalsMonth Part 2: CENTRAL & SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Every October, National Principals Month spotlights the incredible driving forces that are our Principals. These leaders not only run schools, but mold the futures of our next generations & create environments that promote success for each of our students. #MovingForward #NationalPrincipalsMonth Part 1: NORTH

This week's Student of the Week, Zoe from Freedom Elementary, continues to showcase her love for her school & her peers as a Community Contributor. #MovingForward #BCPSCommunityContributor

School buses are one of the safest ways for students to get to school each day, as their design is meant to prevent injuries. This week, we remind our students & staff members of the safety rules to ensure maximum benefits. #MovingForward #SchoolBusSafetyWeek

Our very own Dr. Bacon and Dr. Usher were recently in California presenting at the 2023 Aurora Institute Symposium about all the ways we are bringing our Graduate Profile to life here in BCPS! We're showcasing our Proactive Innovation on a national stage! #MovingForward #Aurora23

This week's Staff Spotlight features Mr. Ron Zuberer, with Maintenance from the District, who goes above & beyond to show Service Before Self. #MovingForward #BCPSServiceBeforeSelf

Also last week, Bullitt East High School was invited to present at the Kentucky Board of Education to talk about their experience as a National Banner Unified Champion School (BEHS is one of only 3 in the state)! Students Olivia and Courtney alongside teacher and sponsor Mrs. Minton spoke about how Project UNIFY is just a "way of life" at BEHS and the many ways it helps *all* students feel valued and included. Also in attendance were proud BEHS Principal, Nate Fulghum, and other supportive students: Misti, Kaylynn, Reagan, and Cooper. The photos here tell a great story... Not only do you see our students and staff leading at the state level, you can also see our students chatting with State Board Members and our Interim Commissioner of Education like it's no big deal. Talk about confidence! #MovingForward #BCPSEmbraceDifferences #CollegeCareerTraditionUnrivaled

Last week, our superintendent gave the keynote presentation at the Chamber of Commerce's monthly luncheon. Dr. Bacon shared many exciting things going on in our district (including examples of real, authentic learning and information on our various construction projects) as well as some critical information about the staffing challenges our district, state, and nation are facing. #MovingForward #BCPSSharedAccountability