November 6, 2026
BASA Enrollment Period for 2027-2028
If you have a rising 9th, 10th, or 11th grade BCSS student interested in attending our Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy for the next school year, the application window is now open.

The Partners in Education program is a voluntary and collaborative relationship between an organization and the Barrow County School System for one year. This program began in 1991 as Akins Ford and a handful of businesses joined forces to develop partnerships that would link the community and the school system. This is an opportunity for businesses and schools to work together on a common goal: giving children a well-rounded education. Partnerships directly benefit students by giving them “real-world” experiences and incentives to help them excel.
As a school system and community, it is imperative we work together to bring the best of both worlds to our children. The time and resources you have to offer are invaluable.
For more information about our Partners in Education (PIE) Program, contact Nicole Valles. You can also see our PIE Contacts
November 6, 2026
If you have a rising 9th, 10th, or 11th grade BCSS student interested in attending our Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy for the next school year, the application window is now open.
November 5, 2026
We are excited to share our 2027 Governor’s Honors Program district nominees! These students will represent Barrow County School System in the state application process.
November 4, 2026
Congratulations to Tiffany Lee, a Kindergarten Teacher at Austin Road Elementary School, for being recognized as Barrow County School System's Super Star Teacher for November 2026.
October 29, 2026
All Barrow County School System elementary, middle, and high schools have been recognized on the lists of U.S. News & World Report's Best K-12 Schools.
October 29, 2026
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 avail...
October 28, 2026
Thank you to our District Partner in Education, Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (EMC), for supporting our classrooms!
October 26, 2026
Great job to the students and coaches who participated in the 2026 Barrow County School System Helen Ruffin Picture Book Reading Bowl on October 22, 2026.
October 22, 2026
Take a look behind the BOLD! Click here to access the 2026-27 School System Report!
October 20, 2026
Congratulations to our 2026-27 REACH Georgia scholars! REACH (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) is Georgia's needs-based mentorship and college scholarship program. These students are
October 16, 2026
Student Growth & Success BCSS Class of 2026 Graduation Rate 92% Congratulations to the BCSS Class of 2026 for achieving a graduation rate of 92%. Together, 1,052 graduates from Apalachee High S...
October 14, 2026
Our District Partner in Education Zaxby’s shares their commitment to serving others through their annual Zaxby’s "Urgency to Serve" grants. Read more.
October 5, 2026
The Georgia School Boards Association has named the Barrow County Board of Education a Distinguished School Board.
September 28, 2026
Congratulations to the Barrow County School System (BCSS) Class of 2026 for achieving a graduation rate of 92%.
September 24, 2026
We are proud to announce that Austin Road Elementary School has been named a 2026 Georgia Title I Reward School by the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE).
September 21, 2026
Congratulations to the following schools on being recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as recipients of the John Hancock Award.
September 8, 2026
As we begin another school year, we want to take a moment to address an important conversation taking place across our community regarding the location of high school graduation ceremonies ...
September 4, 2026
Christian Angulo. Mason Schermerhorn. Richard Aspinwall. Cristina Irimie. Forever in our hearts.In remembrance of those whose lives were tragically taken and in recognition of the strength and resi...
September 3, 2026
Students and staff at Apalachee High School had a special opportunity to participate in meaningful conversations and activities focused on integrity, accountability, and positive influence.
September 2, 2026
Student Growth & Success 2025-26 Georgia Milestones Update The board received an update concerning the 2025-2026 Georgia Milestones Assessment System results for mathematics, science, and socia...