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BCSS Teacher Career Fair

Join our Barrow BOLD teaching team! Plan to attend our Teacher Career Fair at our Central Office at 179 W. Athens Street in Winder! Stop by on Wednesday, March 25 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. to talk

New Westside Middle School Principal Announced

Barrow County School System has announced Julia Hodges as the new principal of Westside Middle School, starting with the 2026-2027 school year. Ms. Hodges is currently the principal of Austin Road

New Auburn Elementary School Principal Announced 

Barrow County School System has announced Meridith Wages Peck as the new principal of Auburn Elementary School starting with the 2026-2027 school year. Mrs. Wages Peck is currently the principal

2026 District Media Specialist of the Year

Congratulations to Apalachee Media Specialist, Todd Cates, for earning District Media Specialist of the Year.

TangerKids Grant Winner - Mrs. Sam Brogan!

Congratulations to Mrs. Sam Brogan on receiving a $500 TangerKids Grant! We’re excited to see the upcoming enhancements to Eagle’s Café.

2026 Northeast Georgia Student Technology Regional Competition Winners!

Congratulations to our students who competed in the 2026 Regional Student Technology Competition.

Dr. Lauren Carter Promoted to Elementary Education Director 

Congratulations to Dr. Lauren Carter on her promotion to Director of Elementary Education for the Barrow County School System. The Board of Education approved the career move at their February 3,

5 BCSS Schools Recognized as Literacy and Math Leaders

The Georgia Department of Education has recognized five Barrow County School System schools for exceptional growth in literacy and/or mathematics during the 2024-2025 school year. These honors

BARROW SCHOOLS SEE GAINS IN CCRPI AT ALL LEVELS

Barrow County School System saw notable gains for the 2024-25 school year compared to prior years on the College & Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI). The Georgia Department of Education

HB581 / 92: Public Hearings to Opt Out

The Barrow County Board of Education intends to opt out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption for the Barrow County School District. All concerned citizens are invited

BASA's Enrollment Application is Live!

BASA is an innovative high school where we provide an inclusive learning community where everyone feels valued, empowered, supported, and prepared for the real world. Learners have many

Join Us: BOLDer Together Family Engagement Night!

Don't miss the session on Nov. 13 at Barrow Arts & Sciences Academy from 5:30pm-7pm. You will be able to participate in interactive science learning stations. Learn more! Read

BCSS School Nutrition Honored with 2025 Farm to School Award

Congratulations to Barrow County School System's School Nutrition team for receiving the 2025 Georgia Farm to School Award from the Georgia Department of Education. This award celebrates their

November Mental Health Sessions for Families

2026-2027 Student Transfer Requests

Georgia State Law, often referred to as HB 251, gives parents of public school students the option to request a transfer for their child to another school within their district where space is