The October BCS Newsletter is here! Meet our Student Spotlight, Brinkley Miller, Hedgesville High School senior and 2026 Queen Pomona, explore ideas for Family Engagement Month, and find important reminders, upcoming events, and resources for your family. Read the latest newsletter for these stories and more.
Safety Update: We want to make you aware of a concern reported to administration this afternoon involving an alleged threat toward the school. The Berkeley County Schools Safety Team is working with law enforcement to investigate the concern.
The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. We appreciate those who brought this concern to our attention so it could be addressed promptly.
Please remind your students of the importance of making positive behavioral choices and that threats or other inappropriate actions are taken seriously and may result in consequences.
As a precaution, there will be an increased law enforcement presence around the SM campus tomorrow morning to provide additional support and reassurance to students and staff.
If you have additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your continued support and partnership in maintaining a safe learning environment for our students and staff.
We are actively working with our vendors to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. In the meantime, please use the email addresses available on the District and school websites to contact staff.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to resolve this issue.
Weekly parent communication updates for Spring Mills Middle. Check out the events that are happening at SMMS in the weeks ahead.
Pre-K enrollment is open year-round! There’s still time to enroll at Pikeside Early Learning Academy on Winchester Avenue. From learning letters and numbers to making friends, sharing, and building confidence, Pre-K helps little learners get ready for a BIG milestone: kindergarten! Do you know a little learner who's ready to get a head start on their school journey? Visit: berkeleycountyschools.org/enrollment
Take a few moments to review your student’s report card, celebrate their progress, and discuss opportunities for continued growth. If you have questions about grades or your student’s academic progress, please reach out to your school.
Thank you for your continued partnership in your student’s success!
A traffic accident near the square in Hedgesville is causing significant traffic delays. As a result, bus routes serving Hedgesville and other schools throughout the county may experience delays. Please be patient as our drivers navigate the traffic congestion. Thank you for your understanding.
Berkeley County Schools will administer its annual Bullying Prevention Survey to students in grades K-12 by the third week of November. The survey is voluntary and does not collect student names. Parents/guardians who do not want their child to participate must notify their child’s school in writing by Friday, Oct. 30. Learn more and review sample surveys.
Reminder: All Berkeley County Schools will dismiss 2.5 hours early on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, due to Faculty Senate Meetings. Please plan accordingly!
2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) launches on October 1st! Read what senior students and parents should do now.
