Recent News

March 13th-17th is National School Board Appreciation Week‼ Never could we list all of their selfless acts, or their endless hours of dedication to our students and student athletes, that they willingly dedicate EVERY SINGLE DAY! Each one of our Bacon County Board of Education Members go above & beyond FOR OUR CHILDREN!!!! Please join us as we extend our gratitude to each of them! Help us celebrate Mrs. Hughes, Mrs. Turner, Ms. Wright, Mr. Beach, and Mr. Parker because not a day goes by that they're not celebrating us!

FCCLA chapter members competed at FCCLA Region 9 STAR Events on Saturday, February 11th, at Long County High. Jacob Tanner scored Gold and placed 1st in Chapter in Review Display and he will advance to State in March. Trey Varnedore and Triniti Crosby scored Gold and placed 1st in National Programs in Action and they will advance to State in March. Sydnee Tuten and Madi Norris scored Silver and placed 2nd in Professional Presentation and they will advance to State in March. Gage Lee scored Silver and placed 3rd in Chapter Service Project Display!

On February 23rd, Jesus Gonzalez, Coastal Pines Electronic Instructor visited BCHS and spoke with Brent Johnson’s Engineering students regarding Electronic Degree options available to students post secondary

In conjunction with the Bacon County Development Authority, BCHS kicked off the first day of the Career Ready program with a new cohort of students. Jenny Robbins, Manager of Community Development with Georgia EMC, used CliftonStrengths to assess the natural strengths of each student. They also worked on proper handshake skills, communication, and collaboration. Satilla REMC, Kevin Ellis, and the Bacon County Development Authority have helped and guided BCHS students in many ways. A great job was done while preparing our students for life after graduation and career success!

Wednesday, February 22nd, BCSD Band Director, Will Garrett along with 48 middle school students who are also known as his “Seventh Grade Band”, traveled to our neighboring county and performed in the 15th Annual Waycross Concert Band Festival, at Ware County High School. This festival, unlike so many, doesn’t allow vendors to take part. This festival is hosted each year to recognize the beauty in fine arts and to admire the phenomenal talent in our fine arts program!

BCHS Engineering students in Mr. Johnson's class, were tasked with designing a STEM toy for children ages 4-6 years old that would teach them a concept in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. These young men built a Marble Run that students could use basic mechanics to divert a marble multiple ways to complete the run.

Miss Yearty's and Mr. Callahan's classes had a wonderful time on their outing to Ryal's Clubhouse, in Baxley. These students were provided this trip as a PBIS reward for achieving their positive behavior goals. The Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support program (PBIS), encourages students to practice positive behaviors and has been proven successful at Bacon Elementary. Ryal's Clubhouse is a family entertainment center and party room designed for exceptional students. After leaving the clubhouse, students received a sweet treat at Holt's Bakery where they selected and paid for their dessert treats!

FCCLA State Office, VP of Community Service, Mia Carver and FCCLA Region 9 Officer, Taylor Pritchett assisted with Region 9 STAR Events on Saturday, February 11, 2023! FCCLA is producing WONDERFUL community leaders!!

Mrs. Cothern’s third graders were excited to share the ways their interactive board helps them every day! Staying on task, it makes learning fun, & even makes them feel welcome when they first arrive, just to name a few! Technology is one of many ways your E-SPLOST contributions are put to work for Bacon County students!