Calling All Burke County Families!

Got 15 minutes? That's all it takes  to help us shape the future of Burke County Schools! We invite all Burke County parents and guardians to participate in the  Georgia School Climate Survey . This is your chance to share your honest perspective and help us create the best possible learning environment for every student. Your input matters: Your Voice, Your Impact: Your feedback directly guides our school improvement efforts. Totally Private: Responses are 100% anonymous and sent directly to the State. We only see the big-picture results! Quick & Easy: Just 22 questions that take about 15 minutes to complete. Accessible: Available in both English and Spanish . Ready to make a difference?  Select  " Georgia School Climate Survey " at the link below and find your child’s school to begin! LINK: Georgia School Climate Survey  

Thursday, Jan 08 2026

Holiday Activities Continue.....

Get Ready for Family Fun! Happening Tonight at the BC Recreation Dept. YMCA Christmas Camps BCPS Families: The cost for each camp is $35 for non-members, $25 for members, and $15 for Prime Time members.  Camp registration closes on December 16th. The YMCA Christmas Camps flyer is available below for more details. Questions: RJ Messner Burke County YMCA, Youth Program Coordinator 706.426.0122 ext. 239

Friday, Dec 12 2025

Two Years, Two Options: Cast Your School Calendar Vote!

Good Afternoon, Burke County Families, We have created two proposed school calendars for the next two school years:  Option 1 and Option 2. Your input is essential! We invite all stakeholders to review the proposals and vote for your favorite option starting today, December 1st, through  Friday, December 12, 2025 . The Board of Education highly values your perspective and will consider the voting results when making the final decision.  Only one vote is permitted per person. The poll will close on Friday, December 12th . Please click here to access the CALENDAR POLL and cast your vote . The calendar proposals are available to view within the poll itself, but we have also attached them to this message for your convenience. [Thursday, Dec 11 at 3:40 PM] Don't forget to vote for your favorite school calendar! Voting ends tomorrow, Friday, December 12, 2025.

Monday, Dec 01 2025

BCPS FALL FESTIVAL - TODAY!

FALL FESTIVAL 🍂 TODAY! Hey, Burke County Families! Join us TONIGHT for the Annual Fall Festival at Burke County High School! Date/Time: Thursday, Oct 30 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Entry: Bus Dock Doors at BCHS Fun for ALL AGES! Food 🍔 | Games 🎲 | Music 🎶 | Candy 🍬 | BCHS Band Performance Parents/Guardians: Don't miss the Title 1 Meeting & Volunteer Training inside—we're giving away door prizes! We kindly ask that you bring one canned good, if you can, to support our local food pantries. See you soon!  

Thursday, Oct 30 2025

Bears vs. Thomson, Friday Oct. 3, 2025

Burke County   Bears  vs. Thomson Bulldogs this Friday, October 3rd! October begins with one of the biggest rivalries in the CSRA and the state of Georgia, the annual battle for region supremacy between Burke County and Thomson. This year’s showdown will broadcast from the historic Brickyard on  WJBF NewsChannel 6 Sports .  TICKETS $11: Go Fan Tickets Only ( https://gofan.co/app/school/GA14091 ) NO Cash Ticket Sales. Start time: 7:30 pm Address:  612 Main Street, Thomson, GA Join the Live play-by-play action with our loyal Bears Broadcast Team! bit.ly/bears l ivestream    or   www.burke.k12.ga.us .        

Thursday, Oct 02 2025

Mark your calendars for the inaugural GA READS DAY!

GET READY TO READ!  Mark your calendars! Governor Kemp has proclaimed Monday, September 22, 2025, as  Georgia Reads Day , a new statewide day of reading. Be sure to tune in to the inaugural GA READS DAY live virtual event , which will be broadcast live by GPB  https://georgiareads.org . There are sessions for everyone, including parents and students of all ages, from elementary school to high school. We encourage everyone to join in! Check out the flyer linked below for broadcast times, the link to the event, and a handy teacher/parent toolkit. Ready to get creative?   Our school system is holding a BCPS GA READS 2025 Poster Contest! Design a poster around the theme "Reading Together, Shining Forever."  One winner from each grade level at every school will receive a certificate and a swag bag.  Check out the flyer below for all the details. .   Michelle Dye Elementary Curriculum Director  Burke County Board of Education     706-554-5101, mdye@burke.k12.ga.us [Monday, Sep 22 at 9:26 AM] Starting today at 9:30 AM….. https://www.gpb.org/georgiareadsday

Thursday, Sep 18 2025

School Board Meeting

September School Board Meeting Tuesday, September 16, 2025 View the meeting agenda Join the meeting virtually Our School Board Meeting will be held today at 5 pm.

Tuesday, Sep 16 2025

Save the Date: Burke County BOE Town Hall Meeting, S...

Burke County Board of Education Town Hall Meeting   When:  Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  Where: Teaching & Learning Center (on the Burke County High School Campus)  Who is Invited: Parents, staff, and community members  Discussion Topics: Communication  Safety  Academics  Attendance  Board Members' Roles and Responsibilities  Your voice matters! Parents, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend this meeting and help us build a stronger Burke County Public Schools! [Friday, Sep 12 at 1:45 PM] Reminder: Parents, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend the Burke County Board of Education Town Hall Meeting tomorrow! When: Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Where: Teaching & Learning Center (on the Burke County High School Campus) 1057 Burke Veterans Pkwy Waynesboro, GA 30830

Friday, Sep 05 2025

Welcome Back to School, First Day: August 4, 2025

Dear Students, Families, Faculty, and Staff, Welcome to a brand new school year at Burke County Public Schools! As we open the doors to 2025–2026, we do so with full hearts, fresh energy, and a shared commitment to growing together. To our students — from the tiniest Bears in Pre-K to the leaders of the Class of 2026 — this year is your next chapter. Show up with courage, curiosity, and kindness. We believe in you! Returning students - Please don't forget to bring your school device with you tomorrow.  To our educators and staff — thank you for the passion, preparation, and purpose you bring into every classroom, hallway, office, and bus route. You are the heartbeat of BCPS, and your impact lasts far beyond the school day. To our families and community — your partnership is powerful. Thank you for entrusting us with your children, for supporting their dreams, and for standing alongside us as we grow future-ready learners and leaders. We are Bear Built — strong, resilient, united — and we’re ready for our best year yet. Let’s go, Bears!

Sunday, Aug 03 2025