Berkeley County Schools will administer its annual Bullying Prevention Survey to students in grades K-12 by the third week of November. The survey is voluntary and does not collect student names. Parents/guardians who do not want their child to participate must notify their child’s school in writing by Friday, Oct. 30. Learn more and review sample surveys.
Attention BCS seniors: Interested in attending a U.S. military service academy? Senator Jim Justice is accepting nomination applications for the U.S. Air Force Academy, West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Apply by midnight on October 23, 2026. Complete your application today.
Reminder: All Berkeley County Schools will dismiss 2.5 hours early on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, due to Faculty Senate Meetings. Please plan accordingly!
Attention Sophomores: James Rumsey Technical Institute Tours
2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) launches on October 1st! Read what senior students and parents should do now.
💙 TODAY’S THE DAY! Join us for the Bullying Prevention Kick-Off from 5–7 p.m. at War Memorial Park! Enjoy food, DJ dance party, balloons, fairy hair, glitter tattoos, prizes, face painting, family activities & more—all FREE!
Bring your family, friends & neighbors and help us make kindness louder than bullying!
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Join us Oct. 6 for a FREE iGuardian Parent Presentation on internet safety. Learn about apps, social media, online grooming, red flags, and how to keep kids safer online. Resource Fair: 5–6 p.m.; Presentation: 6–7:15 p.m. at Spring Mills High School. Register today.
There was no threat to the safety of students or staff. Law enforcement was not dispatched, and normal school operations resumed shortly afterward.
We are reviewing our systems and practices to help prevent accidental activations in the future. We apologize for any concern this may have caused and appreciate your understanding as we continue working to strengthen our safety practices.
Join us for our Bullying Prevention Kick-Off! Thursday, Sept. 17, 5–7 p.m. at War Memorial Park. Enjoy music, school performances, prizes, face painting, family activities & community resources—all FREE! 💙
Bring your family, friends & neighbors as we come together to celebrate kindness, respect & inclusion. Let’s make kindness louder than bullying!
Read the full newsletter for event details.
🎓 Academy Day 2026 is September 19 at Jefferson High School! Learn more about U.S. Service Academies and ROTC scholarships, including fully funded education opportunities.
Do you know an outstanding military-connected student who deserves recognition? Operation Homefront is accepting nominations for its 19th annual Military Child of the Year® Awards, honoring exceptional young people who demonstrate leadership, resilience, and achievement while navigating military life. Learn more and nominate a deserving student.
The Pre-Kindergarten Readiness and Engagement Program (PREP) helps families of 3-year-olds build school readiness through hands-on activities and strategies from Berkeley County Schools Pre-K educators. Learn more and view session dates.