🎥 A new Bacon Bit is here!
In this week's episode, Dr. Bacon is highlighting the people, partnerships, and moments that keep BC Moving Forward!
💙Honoring our veterans and recognizing the importance of service, sacrifice, and civic responsibility.
🚌 Celebrating Evan Hayes, this week's Token of Appreciation recipient!
🔬 Recognizing our incredible STEM and STEAM educators, school psychologists, and the everyday acts of kindness that make our schools stronger.
📅 Plus, an important update on the 2027–2028 District Calendar Survey! Dr. Bacon addresses community questions about Option 2, including why a later August start impacts fall break and instructional continuity.
⏰ Don't forget! The calendar survey closes Friday, November 13. Make sure your voice is heard!
Catch this week's episode for all the details, and thank you for helping us keep BC Moving Forward!
▶️ Watch now: https://youtu.be/-kOYC-TdHKA
#MovingForward
November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month❤️
BCPS is shining a light on a critical issue in our community. During the 2025–2026 school year alone, BCPS identified 474 students experiencing homelessness.
Throughout November, we are working to educate our community about the realities of youth homelessness, break down common misconceptions, and highlight the vital resources and partnerships available to families through our BCPS McKinney-Vento Program and the HEART House. 🏠💙
We also want to celebrate our McKinney-Vento team for earning recent state and national honors! Our staff presented at the Kentucky Department of Education Statewide Homeless Education Conference in Lexington and delivered two featured presentations at the NAEHCY National Conference in Nashville. The team shared strategies in team development, community collaboration, and innovative funding to help districts across the country strengthen support for students in need.
See how the HEART House is breaking barriers and providing critical support across Bullitt County in this recent feature on KET’s Kentucky Edition:
▶️ KET Story: https://bit.ly/KETmcvent
📰Read the Full Press Release: https://www.bullittschools.org/article/3240688
Together, we can ensure every child in Bullitt County has a safe place to learn and grow.
#HomelessYouthAwarenessMonth #BCPS #McKinneyVento #HEARTHouse #CommunitySupport #KentuckyEducation #MovingForward
⏳ Reminder: The 27-28 BCPS Calendar Survey Closes Friday, 11/13!
Make sure your voice is heard! Our calendar committee has put together two options for the 2027–2028 school year, and we want to know what works best for our BCPS community.
Staff, students, families, and community members: take two minutes to review the options and cast your vote today!
➡️ Take the survey before Friday, November 13th: https://forms.gle/zs7mcXwesUoERhxu9
#BCPS #MovingForward #SchoolCalendarSurvey
🔬🎨 Happy National STEM/STEAM Day!
In Bullitt County Public Schools, our dedicated teachers bring Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math to life every day. As part of our Community-Based Accountability (CBA) framework, their work directly drives our pillar of Student Learning, equipping students with hands-on inquiry, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills that reach far beyond test scores.
Thank you, BCPS STEM & STEAM educators, for inspiring innovation and keeping our students #MovingForward! 💡✨
#BCPS #MovingForward #BCPSCBA #StudentLearning #STEMDay #STEAMDay #BullittCounty
Bullitt County seniors & grads: The Bullitt County Master Gardeners Association is awarding three $1,500 scholarships through the David Lee Puckett Memorial Scholarship!
Amount: $1,500
Eligibility: Bullitt County high school or homeschool graduates attending an accredited Kentucky college or technical school (U.S. citizens/permanent residents).
Preferred Majors: Agriculture, horticulture, environmental sciences, botany, forestry, and allied fields (preferred, but all majors welcome).
Deadline: April 1, 2027
🔗 Apply now & get full details: https://bit.ly/4izn1XI
Questions? Call the Bullitt County Extension Office at (502) 543-2257
#BCPS #BullittCounty #NationalScholarshipMonth #ScholarshipOpportunity
Happy Veterans Day from BCPS!
On November 11th, we honor the brave U.S. military members, including our own staff, alumni, and families, who have served.
Living our CBA pillar of Safety & Well-Being means making sure our military members, veterans, and their loved ones have the support they deserve both on and off duty.
If you or someone you know needs support, Care Solace provides complimentary, confidential mental health coordination for our entire BCPS community:
📞 Call 24/7: 888-515-0595 (Multilingual)
💻 Visit: https://www.caresolace.com/site/bullitt
Thank you to all who have served! ❤️🤍💙
#BCPS #MovingForward #VeteransDay #SafetyAndWellBeing #CareSolace
📬Attention Home Schools And Private Schools in Bullitt County:
BCPS will soon email and/or mail out a form to registered home schools and private schools to ensure accurate enrollment data. This information is required by the Kentucky Department of Education to maintain compliance.
Thank you.
#BCPS #MovingForward
Their hard work keeps BCPS Moving Forward by directly anchoring our CBA pillars: elevating Student Learning, cultivating Engaged & Well-Rounded Students, and developing Life Readiness across our district.
Thank you, coaches, for empowering our staff and students every single day!
#BCPS #MovingForward #FBF #InstructionalCoaching #LifeReady
As we close out October and wrap up National Principals Month, we’re throwing it back to celebrate the steady hands and visionary minds leading our schools every single day.
Strong schools don’t happen by accident, they are built on intentional leadership, everyday dedication, and a relentless commitment to service before self. Our principals embody what it truly means to put students, staff, and families first, working behind the scenes long before the first bell rings and well after the lights go out.
Through their commitment to our CBA pillars, fostering academic excellence, building strong character, and strengthening our community, our leaders ensure our halls remain spaces where every student belongs and thrives. They are the driving force keeping us Moving Forward, turning shared goals into everyday realities and empowering the next generation to lead with integrity.
To our incredible principals: thank you for your vision, your sacrifice, and your unwavering belief in our school family.💙
#TBT #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #LeadershipInAction #MovingForward #ServiceBeforeSelf #CBAPillars #SchoolLeadership #CommunityFirst
🎶 Big congratulations to Freedom Elementary’s very own Mrs. Emily Minnis for being named the KMEA District 5 Elementary Teacher of the Year! 🏆
A proud Bullitt County Public Schools graduate herself, Mrs. Minnis has dedicated her career to inspiring the next generation of musicians, from student teaching at Shepherdsville Elementary to leading the music classroom at Freedom Elementary today.
"I’m grateful to be here at Freedom, and I wouldn’t have the award if it weren’t for my kids and my community here that I get to teach music."
Join us in celebrating Mrs. Minnis for this well-deserved recognition! 👏✨
Read the full press release here: https://www.bullittschools.org/article/3233607
#BCPS #FreedomElementary #KMEA #MusicEducation #TeacherOfTheYear #MovingForward #ArtsEd
#MovingForward #BCPSServiceBeforeSelf #BCPSProud
📣 27-28 BCPS Calendar Survey Open NOW!
Our calendar committee has developed two distinct calendar options for the 2027–2028 school year, and we want your input!
We encourage all staff, students, parents/guardians, and community members to review the proposals and select their preferred option in this anonymous survey.
➡️ Hurry! The survey closes on Friday, November 13th!
Survey: https://forms.gle/zs7mcXwesUoERhxu9
#schoolcalendar #BCPS #MovingForward
🎓 November is National Scholarship Month! 🎓
Planning for life after graduation? Bullitt County Public Schools is here to help you find and secure funding for your future. The “I’m In” Scholarship is now officially available for BCPS students to view and apply for directly through SchooLinks!
🔍 How to Access Scholarships in SchooLinks:
Students can easily discover, match, and apply for financial opportunities tailored to their qualifications, achievements, and career interests. Opportunities come from trusted sources including Peterson’s listings, employer postings through the SchooLinks Community Network, and hand-researched opportunities.
3 Easy Steps to Apply:
▪️Log in to your SchooLinks student account.
▪️Click College on the left menu and select Scholarship Matching.
▪️Set up your profile and find the “I’m In” Scholarship (it appears right at the top of your list!).
📬 Looking for More Opportunities? Don't forget to check our weekly family newsletter, the BCPS Bulletin, for updated local and regional scholarship announcements.
Missed a recent edition?
Catch up anytime here:👉 https://www.bullittschools.org/page/district-newsletters
#BCPS #MovingForward #NationalScholarshipMonth #ImIn #SchooLinks #FutureReady #Scholarships
These third graders formed their own Cleanup Committee, and they have been using their recess to help keep their school and playground clean and the animals safe. They saw something that needed attention and chose to spend their free time taking care of it.
That is what a Community Contributor looks like in practice: recognizing a need and taking action to make a positive difference right where you are. Thank you, Cleanup Committee, for taking such good care of your school!
#MovingForward #BCPSCommunityContributor
🧡 November is National Gratitude Month! 🍂
In BCPS, our commitment to the Community-Based Accountability pillar of Safety & Well-Being means cultivating an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued, both emotionally and physically.
While practicing daily gratitude lifts our spirits and builds resilience, true well-being also means having reliable, easy access to care whenever life gets heavy.
🎨 Gratitude at Home & School: Download the free Gratitude Activity Packet for printable sheets and family-friendly mindfulness activities: https://bit.ly/CareSolaceGratitude
🤝 Care Solace- Support When You Need It: To support total well-being across our community, BCPS partners with Care Solace to provide complimentary, 100% confidential mental health coordination for students, staff, and families. Available 24/7/365, they match you with verified providers who fit your needs.
📞 Call 24/7: 888-515-0595 (Multilingual)
💻 Visit: https://www.caresolace.com/site/bullitt
#BCPS #MovingForward #NationalGratitudeMonth #SafetyAndWellBeing #CareSolace #MentalHealthMatters
A quick reminder that clocks “fall back” one hour tonight, and there is NO SCHOOL for students on Monday, Nov. 2 or Tuesday, Nov. 3 (Professional Development Days & Election Day).
Stay safe, enjoy the extra rest, and we’ll see everyone back on Wednesday, Nov. 4! ✨
#BCPS #MovingForward
🌟 Community Spotlight: Officer Kevin Wheatley, Hillview Police Department
Officer Kevin Wheatley turned a moth into a science lesson before the morning bell at Freedom Elementary. When he spotted an interesting moth outside, he found a science teacher to help contain it and shared it with students as they walked into school. As the school resource officer at Freedom Elementary, Officer Wheatley does more than help keep the building safe. He builds relationships that help students feel valued and believe in themselves. Last year, he served on the fifth-grade Defenses of Learning panel, asking thoughtful, genuine questions that left students proud of their accomplishments and more confident in their abilities. He stops to ask students what they are learning and growing in the school garden, and he has shown Freedom Elementary preschoolers the inside of his police car while talking about his job. Whether he is with our youngest learners or our fifth graders, he makes students feel seen and important. Thank you, Officer Wheatley, for living out Service Before Self and showing our students what a Community Contributor looks like.
#MovingForward #BCPSCommunityContributor
What does physical therapy look like in a school setting? It's about so much more than exercises and equipment. It's about creating opportunities for students to participate, build independence, and experience success alongside their peers! 💙
In honor of National Physical Therapy Month, we're visiting Mt. Washington Elementary School to chat with BCPS Physical Therapy Assistants Mindy Vincent and Sarah Hale, along with a very special guest, student Grayson Wentworth!
From adapting equipment and finding creative solutions to collaborating with teachers and supporting students throughout their school years, Mindy and Sarah give us a behind-the-scenes look at how their work makes a difference every day.
🚲 And you won't want to miss Grayson sharing some of his favorite ways to stay active at school!
Their conversation is a great reminder that supporting student success often means finding creative ways to remove barriers so every student has the opportunity to learn, participate, and grow.
👏 Thank you to our incredible physical therapy team for the care, creativity, and collaboration you bring to BCPS!
▶️ Watch this week's episode of Beyond the Bell to see how we're helping students build independence and confidence, one opportunity at a time!
#MovingForward #BCPSProductiveCollaborator
https://youtu.be/QUmu2wyWHiQ
Today, we’re taking a moment to extend a massive THANK YOU to our incredible BCPS Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs): Sara Heil & Mindy Vincent!
Be sure to tune in to Beyond the Bell this afternoon to check out our amazing PTAs in action! 🎙️👏
A special shout-out as well to our BCPS community PT partner, Laura Stone (Physical Therapist), for her dedicated partnership and invaluable support of our PTAs.
From helping our students build strength, mobility, and confidence to tailoring individual strategies that keep everyone moving forward, your dedication makes a world of difference every single day. You don't just help our students reach their physical goals—you help them navigate their school environment with independence and pride.
We are so grateful for your expertise, patience, and heart. Thank you for all that you do for our students, staff, and school community! 💙
#PhysicalTherapyMonth #BeyondTheBell #BCPSFamily #PhysicalTherapistAssistant #StudentSuccess #MovingForward #BCPS
🗓️Monday, Nov. 2: Professional Development Day
🗓️Tuesday, Nov. 3: Professional Development Day & Election Day
Classes will resume on their normal schedule on Wednesday, November 4th. Enjoy the long weekend! ✨
#BCPS #MovingForward
