School News
GOLDEN EAGLE FAMILIES
BCPS is excited to announce preliminary plans for the 2021-22 school year. We know that many of you have been waiting to hear plans so you can make important decisions for next year. BCPS will return to school five days a week, all day for all grade levels and our school grade configurations will return to the 2019-20 model. The following links include: an infographic with details of the plan and an application about applying for the 100% virtual learning option. Please read each link below carefully and be sure to adhere to the packet due date of April 23, 2021 if applying to Bedford Connects.
Back to School Infographic Page 1
Back to School Infographic Page 2
Bedford Connects Request and Parent/Student Agreement
There have been several questions about the 2021 SRHS Prom. Currently, the Governor’s order does not allow for an event like a traditional prom. We have a date and venue tentatively scheduled, but it does not look like those plans can occur under the current guidelines.
We will continue to monitor the situation. If the order changes to allow a larger gathering, we would like to hold a social event for seniors while still adhering to all social distancing guidelines. We will communicate any plans for a senior event if it becomes possible and as soon as possible. In the event that prom is cancelled, those who purchased tickets last year and have not received a refund yet, will receive a refund in the mail.
The Recruitment and Retention Team is excited to announce a BCPS JOB FAIR for non-exempt positions (support staff) that will consist of applicants participating in a virtual interview session. Non- exempt includes: Paraprofessionals, bus drivers, secretaries, bookkeepers, nutrition worker, maintenance workers, custodians, and substitutes. It is for anyone that is non-exempt that supports our schools. The fair will be open until the end of May. Check out the flyer by clicking the following link: BCPS Non-Exempt Positions Job Fair
The following link will provide you with the letter from Dr. Woodford, BCPS Chief Learning Officer: Changes to School Calendar Letter
The letter explains changes to the 2020-2021 School Calendar as listed below.
- Wednesday, April 28, 2021, will now be open for in person learning and will not be a Instructional Collaboration Day as previously planned.
STOPit Solutions: BCPS high schools have introduced the STOPit app to the school community. This phone app and website provides an anonymous way to report dangerous situations to school staff. The following link provides details provided by SRHS principal, Dr. Cornett: STOPit Solutions SRHS Information
PIXELLOT UPDATE: The BCPS School Board has purchased Pixelot access for our school communities. Please note that this free access only includes Pixelot Streaming for regular-season home games. This free access does not include access to away games for other schools who have Pixelot or any playoff games. As a reminder, the only fall sports that will be streamed are football and volleyball. If anyone would like access to away games or playoff games, please see the following instructions:
1) Click on the link to visit the NFHS network: www.NFHSnetwork.com.
2) Search for Staunton River to subscribe.
3) Subscribe and Follow (Annual Plan $69.99, Monthly $10.99/month).
Staunton River Community: If you are between the ages of 18-27 and previously a teen in foster care, you may be eligible for financial support through the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. Visit FosterMyFuture.com (or scan the QR code below) to learn more about the program or text FosterMyFuture to (833) 467-0549 or to be contacted by a Virginia Department of Social Services staff member with more information. Foster My Future Flyer
Click the following link to view a livestream of the SRHS National Honor Society Ceremony: NHS Virtual Ceremony
Click the following link to preview a very special tribute to one of our proudest Golden Eagles, Mr. Dave Forbes! Mr. Forbes Tribute
Click the links below to learn more about BCPS contact tracing.
BCPS Contact Tracing
What is Contact Tracing?
STANDARDS OF LEARNING INFORMATION
The Virginia Department of Education has issued an emergency guideline for SOL testing for this Fall Semester. Students who do not pass their End o Course SOL for any Fall Semester course may still earn a Locally-Awarded Verified Credit by: Scoring between 350-399, and passing the associated class this fall semester
Because of this guideline, we will not be scheduling any expedited retakes for Fall Semester SOLs. However, if your student meets the expedited retake qualifications by scoring between 375-399 (or 350-399 for a student with an IEP) and passes the associated course, you may request an expedited retake for your student by contacting Ms. Richards at sunshine.richards@bedford.k12.va.us.
BCPS is pleased to introduce the Virtual Help Center to support students and families with the technology needed to be successful within the 2020-2021 school year. The BCPS Virtual Help Center offers helpful information on the following topics: Chromebooks, Google, Canvas, Clever, Parent University and much more! There is an “Email or Chat with Us” feature where students and families can pose specific questions and get a response from a BCPS division ITRT. Click the following link to access further information: Virtual Help Center
Bedford County Public Schools will be serving meals at no charge to children in the community, 18 and under through June 30, 2020. Click the following link for more information: BCPS Meal UpdateCORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)
Bedford County Public Schools still remains closed to the public, but essential appointments can be made by calling your child's school.
The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) has developed a parent resource on how to talk about COVID-19 with your child. The CDC provides daily updates and health-related guidance in regards to COVID-19 if further information is needed for your family.
COVID-19 and Your Mental Health Infographic
Reporting Abuse During COVID-19
Click here for Return to School Information Webpage
SCHOOL CASH ONLINE
School Cash Online is a safe, simple and secure way for parents to pay for field trips, yearbooks, spirit wear, athletic fees and more. No need to take out cash or write checks, now you can shop online from the comfort of your own home. Click here and choose Register.
Click here for Intro to School Cash Online video
Click here for School Cash Online - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in PDF format