Let’s Finish Strong! 🚀
As we enter the final stretch of the school year, Berkeley County Schools is encouraging all students to stay focused and finish strong by making attendance a priority. These last few weeks are important for reinforcing what students have learned, celebrating academic growth, and preparing for the next chapter. Every day matters, and being present makes a difference.
Your student is an essential part of the classroom, and we appreciate you trusting us to guide and support them throughout the school year. Consistent attendance helps students stay engaged, connected, and ready to end the year successfully.
Let’s keep the momentum going, show up, and finish the year strong together! #FinishStrong #AttendanceMatters
Wake Up...Take the Wheel of Your Future! Join us Saturday, May 9th, from 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM, for an exciting, hands-on experience at the Berkeley County Schools Transportation Department at 88 Harlan Springs Road in Martinsburg. You’ll have the opportunity to test-drive a school bus and explore a career in student transportation. Enjoy the lively atmosphere with live music from 95.9 the Big Dawg with Bob Steele and discover why Berkeley County Schools could be the right place for you. To participate in the bus test drive, you must be 21 years or older, possess a valid driver’s license, and wear closed-toe, closed-back shoes. To become a substitute bus operator, applicants must be 21 years or older, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to pass a background check. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to explore a fulfilling career in your community. Register to secure your spot — we can't wait to see you there!
BCS will close Gerrardstown Elementary this month as we prepare to open Mountain Ridge Primary School for the 2026–2027 school year. Learn more about our Final Bell Ceremony on May 20, 5–7 p.m., to celebrate 100 years of impact and honor its legacy.
Enter your child for a chance to win $10,000 toward college savings through the SMART529 Fund the Future Sweepstakes! Open to WV families with children 17 & under. Visit the Fund Your Future website to learn more.
BCS will close Inwood Primary this month as we prepare to open Mountain Ridge Primary School for the 2026–2027 school year. Learn more about our Final Bell Ceremony on May 19, 5–7 p.m., to celebrate 100 years of impact and honor its legacy.
Want to drive into coding, engineering, and robotics? Sign up for our Summer Robotics Camp, open to students currently in 5th-8th Grade. Register now!
Summer CTE Camps are back for current 6th and 7th grade students, packed with hands-on experiences in baking & pastry, digital photography, e-sports, agriculture, graphic design, and more. Register now!
Reminder: Election Day is May 12. The ballot includes a school bond call with projects focused on growth, capacity, safety, and workforce readiness. Please remember to bring a valid photo ID when voting. Learn more about the 2026 Bond Call.
Student Devices Available for Summer Learning: https://app.smore.com/n/nykj1
Want to drive into coding, engineering, and robotics? Sign up for our Summer Robotics Camp, open to students currently in 5th-8th Grade! Registration opens May 4, and space is limited. Learn more about Summer Robotics Camp.
Summer CTE Camps are coming this summer for current 6th and 7th grade students—packed with hands-on learning in areas like baking & pastry, digital photography, e-sports, agriculture, graphic design, and more! Registration opens May 4. Learn more about Summer CTE Camps.
Early voting is now open at the Dunn Building (400 W. Stephen St.), Bedington Ruritan Club, and South Berkeley Fire - Pikeside. The ballot features a school bond call with projects designed to address growth, capacity, safety, and workforce readiness. Learn more about the 2026 Bond Call.
This month’s BCS Insider celebrates our Teacher & Service Person of the Year, previews a vibrant Multicultural Festival in May, and invites you to “Wake Up and Take the Wheel” with a career in student transportation. Check it out.