Barbour County School District

ATTENTION! The Barbour County Board of Education invites applicants to apply for the position of Superintendent of Schools. For more information, please visit https://www.barbourcountyschools.org/news.

Alabama SUN Bucks is a grocery benefits program to help families buy food during the summer when schools are closed. Families get a one-time payment of $120 for each eligible school-age child. Children who get these benefits can still participate in other summer meal programs .

🚌✨ Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! ✨🚌 Today, we give a huge shoutout to the incredible heroes behind the wheel — our amazing school bus drivers! 🚦👋 Rain or shine, early mornings or late afternoons, you safely transport our students with a smile and a wave. You know their names, their stories, and sometimes even their favorite songs. 🎶💛 Thank you for your patience, kindness, and dedication to keeping our kids safe every single day. You’re more than drivers — you’re trusted friends, guardians, and an essential part of our school family. 👏👏👏 #ThankYouBusDrivers #SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay #EveryRideMatters #GratitudeOnWheels

📣 Reminder: E-Learning Day – Friday, April 18, 2025 📚💻 Barbour County Schools will have an E-Learning Day on Friday, April 18, 2025. Students will complete assignments from home through their online learning platforms/ take home packets. Thank you for your cooperation and continued support of our students' education! #BarbourCountySchools #ELearningDay #StayConnected

Community Informational Meeting: Potential Closing of Barbour County Primary School There will be an important informational meeting regarding the potential closing of Barbour County Primary School. The meeting will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM in the Board Room of the Barbour County School District Transportation Building (1400 S. Armory Street, Clayton, Alabama). This is a crucial opportunity for all members of the community to learn more about the situation, ask questions, and share concerns. Public invited to attend.

Wishing all teachers and students a well-deserved and restful spring break! We look forward to seeing everyone back Monday, March 31, 2025.

Hello, Barbour County Schools families and staff, Are you, or someone you know, interested in a rewarding substitute opportunity? Kelly Education is hiring substitutes for teachers, paraprofessionals, Food Service, Custodian and Nurses to work in Barbour County Schools. Substitutes can work school hours and earn a weekly paycheck. They choose the days and school locations they prefer! To learn more, visit EDSERecruiting@kellyservices.com or call 1-800-528-0049, and press option 2. Thank you.

Attention: Due to the potential threat of severe weather, today’s extended day program has been canceled.

📢 We Want to Hear from YOU! Barbour County Schools is developing a new Strategic Plan, and your voice matters. 💬 Take a few minutes to complete our short survey and help us shape the future of our schools. We're especially interested in your feedback on student attendance, engagement, and school improvement. 🗓️ Survey closes: Friday, March 21, 2025, at 10:00 PM https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeq3Smnga5ccJHkQRO_4a5AfiJJxeNX6PbUbw0jDFrFx8JmVg/viewform?usp=sharing Together, we can make a difference for every student. 💙💛 #BarbourCountySchools #StrategicPlanning #CommunityVoice #EveryStudentMatters

BARBOUR COUNTY SCHOOLS TO BEGIN STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS As part of its commitment to continuous improvement, Barbour County Schools (BCS) is initiating a strategic planning process to guide the district’s direction over the next five years. This plan will serve as a roadmap for ensuring student success while staying aligned with the district’s core mission and vision. Later this month, a steering committee composed of internal and external stakeholders—including students, educators, administrators, parents, and community partners—will convene to begin this critical work. The committee will assess district priorities and establish key goals focused on academic excellence, educator support, school safety, transportation, technology, and financial stewardship. To encourage broader community involvement, BCS will soon launch an online survey to gather input from parents and other stakeholders. This survey will be available on the Barbour County Schools website this month, and families are strongly encouraged to participate to help shape the district’s future. Additionally, the survey will be shared on the official Barbour County Schools Facebook page to ensure accessibility and increased community engagement. The strategic plan will serve as a framework for accountability and informed decision-making, ensuring that BCS remains dedicated to providing high-quality education and resources for all students and staff. Through this process, the district aims to build a stronger, more effective school system that prepares every student for future success.

Find work that matters. Kelly® Education is proud to partner with Barbour County Schools to provide exceptional substitute employees. We’re a company that invests in our employees, recognizes their achievements, and is committed to the noble purpose of educating our youth. We have limitless opportunities for passionate people to inspire, support, and set students up for success. You’ll have the option to work in the schools of your choice, to take steady work every day of the school week, or to create a flexible schedule that works around your other life commitments. As a Kelly substitute, you’ll also enjoy: -Free pre-hire training (for substitute teacher and paraprofessional positions) -Paid orientation -Ongoing professional development -Steady, yet flexible, work you can feel good about -Weekly pay -Your preference for schools Soul-lifting jobs are now available. See the job requirements and apply with us today! Use your phone’s camera to scan the QR code below, or go to Kelly Education Substitute Interest Form to fill out our substitute interest form.

🚨 IMPORTANT NOTICE 🚨 Due to potential inclement weather, all afterschool activities are canceled today.

Reminder: Please be advised that Barbour County Schools will be dismissing early on Monday, February 24th, 2025, at 11:30 AM. Thank you for your cooperation!

Barbour County Schools Early Dismissal Notice Attention Parents and Guardians, Please be advised that Barbour County Schools will be dismissing early on Monday, February 24th, 2025, at 11:30 AM. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Barbour County Schools

The Barbour County Board of Education will meet Monday, February 10, 2025 at 5:30 pm for a Regular Board Meeting at the Barbour County School District’s Transportation Building located at 1400 S. Armory Street Clayton, Alabama.

Barbour County Schools will be closed on Monday, February 17th, in observance of Presidents' Day. Enjoy the holiday!

Barbour County Afterschool Program will end March 20, 2025. We are at the end of our federal relief education dollars with ESSER. The ESSER funds were used to support schools in responding to the impact of COVID-19. The ESSER funds allowed the district and schools to support professional development for teachers and staff, technology needs, expanded learning opportunities, social emotional health supports, tutoring services, facilities and operational improvements and much more. Thank you in advance for allowing your child to participate in the program.

Thank You, Barbour County School Counselors, for Helping Our Students Succeed! National School Counseling Week is February 3-7, and we are proud to recognize the incredible work of our school counselors. Sponsored by the American School Counselor Association, this week highlights the vital role counselors play in supporting students' academic, career, and social-emotional growth. Our counselors are dedicated to guiding students toward success and helping them navigate challenges both in and out of the classroom. Let’s take a moment to show our appreciation for their hard work and commitment to our students' futures!

NOTICE OF SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING: Pursuant to the Governor’s First Supplemental Order dated March 18, 2020, the Barbour County Board of Education will meet Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:30 pm for a Special Called Board Meeting at the Barbour County School District’s Transportation Building located 1400 S. Armory Street Clayton, Alabama. A summary of the actions taken will be posted to the system’s website. The public is invited to attend.

Date: January 26, 2025 Contact: Dr. Keith Allen Stewart Chief Instructional Leader Barbour County Schools Barbour County Schools Responds to Online Threat Against High School Barbour County, AL — Earlier today, a Facebook post was discovered containing a threat directed at Barbour County High School. The safety and security of our students and staff are our top priorities, and we take all threats seriously. Upon learning of the threat, Barbour County Schools immediately notified local law enforcement officials, who are actively investigating the situation. We are working closely with authorities to ensure a thorough review and to take all necessary precautions. At this time, we are planning to hold school as scheduled tomorrow, Monday January 27, 2025. We encourage parents to send their children to school, as we are confident in the safety measures being taken in partnership with law enforcement. As this is an active investigation, we will provide updates as additional information becomes available. In the meantime, we encourage our community to remain calm and vigilant. If you have any information regarding this situation, please contact the Barbour County Sheriff’s Office or the Barbour County Schools administration office. We thank our parents, staff, and community for their continued cooperation and trust as we work to maintain a safe and secure environment for our students. Barbour County Schools is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for all students to succeed in the classroom and beyond.