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Horizon Program News

Back to school 5k run

Are you searching for a fun way to support our local community and schools? Feeding ...

Dr. Latimer Teacher of the Year

Congratulations to Dr. Amanda Latimer! Horizon announces Dr. Latimer as the 2024-25 ...

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Your voice matters! Please complete these important annual surveys.

Take the Georgia Parent Survey

Please take a few minutes to complete the Georgia Parent Survey. Complete Georgia Pa...

calendar image with text student calendars 2024-2026

The Barrow County School System Board of Education voted to approve the student calendars for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years during their Nov. 7 meeting.

Ray Hewlett speaking to Horizon Program students

As part of a weekly series of “Wisdom Wednesday” sessions at the Barrow County School System (BCSS) Horizon Program, guest speakers share motivational stories with students.

Student Digital Learning

Tuesday, Nov. 7 is a Digital Learning Day for BCSS. Students will work remotely. Get more information through this link.

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Applications are now being accepted for our Parent Advisory Council - parents/guardians who advocate for families and staff members to create positive change within our schools.

Family Update Website - Get Notifications

Do we have your correct email and phone number? Check our Family Update Website so you don't miss important notifications.

Immunization Reminders for Middle and High Schoolers

Immunization Reminders

June 7, 2023

To keep children in schools healthy, Georgia requires vaccines against certain diseases. Please see these reminders for required student immunizations.

Horizon Program new name

The Barrow County Alternative Education Program (BCAEP) continues to improve and provid...

Robb Daggett and Dr. Eli Welch

Teacher of the Year 2023-2024

February 16, 2023

Congratulations to Mr. Robb Daggett, our 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year! Congratulati...

Mentor Match Coffee Hour

Mentor Month Coffee Hour

January 20, 2023

Please join us to learn more about being a mentor.

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Technology Systems Update

November 10, 2022

The Barrow County School System (BCSS) relies on technology products and platforms to s...

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Too Sick for School?

August 11, 2022

From Strep Throat to COVID-19, check these symptoms and information before heading to school.

Parent and two students holding Chromebook boxes in lobby

In June 2021, BCSS conducted a survey for students that needed internet service and/or ...

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A reminder about our expectations regarding student behavior in our schools.

Teacher Recruitment

Work with AEP!

March 1, 2022

Build your BOLD teaching career with Barrow County School System! Learn about our Rapid Recruiting event for teachers and apply!

Five things to know about returning to school in 2022

We are looking forward to seeing our students on Wednesday, January 5! Please revi...

Vaccination Event on Thursday, January 6 from 3-6pm at the Center for Innovative Teaching

With the Omicron variant of COVID-19 spreading throughout the country and the onset of ...

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Responding to School Threats

December 16, 2021

This semester, we have dealt with several unfounded threats at our schools. We want to share additional information with our parents and staff so we are collectively informed and prepared to respond moving forward.

Class of 2021 91% Graduation Rate for Barrow County School System

The Barrow County School System has achieved a high school graduation rate of 91.0% wit...

Temporary Mask Requirement Sept. 21 Update

Fall break is October 4-8. We anticipate reassessing the need for a district-wide mask requirement during the week of October 10.

Academic Calendar Survey for the Barrow County School System

Academic Calendar Survey

September 20, 2021

BCSS families and staff are encouraged to provide input on the development of our acade...

Temporary Mask Requirement for BCSS Starts Sept. 1

The mission of the Barrow County School System is “Ensuring an exceptional educat...

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