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Big City University Elementary After School Program is Accepting Applications for the 2025-2026 School Year!
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HISTORY MADE: Walker Valley Girls Softball Wins First State Championship!
🏆 HISTORY MADE: Walker Valley Girls Softball Wins First State Championship! 🥎
Bradley County Schools is proud to celebrate a momentous achievement in our district’s history—the Walker Valley High School Girls Softball Team has captured their first-ever TSSAA State Championship!
With undeniable determination, the Lady Mustangs made history and brought home the title, marking a milestone that will be remembered for years to come.
Congratulations, Lady Mustangs! You've made your mark on Walker Valley and inspired students across Bradley County. 💙💛
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Bradley County Schools is proud to announce that five schools have been recognized by the Tennessee Department of Education and the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network for their outstanding commitment to high-quality STEM and STEAM education.
Bradley County Schools is proud to announce that five schools have been recognized by the Tennessee Department of Education and the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network for their outstanding commitment to high-quality STEM and STEAM education.
Hopewell Elementary, Ocoee Middle School, and Black Fox Elementary have each earned new designations as Tennessee STEAM Schools, while Park View Elementary and Charleston Elementary STEAM Academy have been redesignated for continuing excellence in this field.
“This is a tremendous achievement that reflects our district's deep commitment to preparing students for the future,” said Dr. Linda Cash, Director of Bradley County Schools. “It’s also another step toward our vision of every school in Bradley County becoming a STEM or STEAM Designated School. These recognitions confirm the innovative teaching happening across our district.”
The Tennessee STEM/STEAM School Designation recognizes schools that meet rigorous criteria, including cross-curricular integration, project-based learning, professional development for educators, and strong community partnerships. Each designated school has developed a unique and integrated STEAM approach that empowers students to think critically, solve complex problems, and engage in collaborative, hands-on projects. From coding and robotics to arts integration and real-world problem-solving, students are immersed in experiences that prepare them for the demands of a rapidly changing world.
These designations place the recognized schools in a prestigious group of Tennessee institutions serving as models of excellence in STEM and STEAM education, helping shape a more innovative and opportunity-rich future for students statewide.
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- Where Learning Leads
Bradley County Schools are excited to welcome our newest learners and their families to Kindergarten Rocks and Pre-K Pops at our elementary schools on March 5, 2026, at 5:30!
Starting school is a big milestone—for children and for parents. This event is a special opportunity to meet our teachers, tour the building, learn about daily routines, and discover the many opportunities awaiting your family in our schools. New students at other elementary grade levels are also welcome to attend, as this is a great way to be introduced to your school.
In Bradley County Schools, we believe strong schools are built on strong partnerships. The K Rocks and Pre-K Pops event is all about helping your child feel confident, connected, and ready for a great year. You will also be able to begin the registration process and ask any questions you might have related to enrollment paperwork.
We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome you into our school community on March 5th. We look forward to seeing you at Kindergarten Rocks and Pre-K Pops—where great beginnings lead to bright futures!
- K Rocks
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Bradley County Schools will host the 13th Annual Bradley County Honor Choir on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church. The complimentary performance is open to the public and will feature 132 selected students representing all 11 Bradley County elementary schools. #BeyondtheBell
Twelve students from each school were chosen to participate and have been rehearsing at their home campuses under the direction of Bradley County’s elementary music teachers. These educators play a vital role in preparing students not only for this performance, but for lifelong engagement in the arts. The Bradley County Honor Choir reflects their daily commitment to excellence, creativity, and student growth in music classrooms across the district.
This year’s guest clinician, Robyn Lana, joined the choral faculty at Miami University in 2022 and is the Founder and Artistic Director Emerita of the Cincinnati Youth Choir. A nationally recognized conductor and advocate for music education, she brings decades of experience working with young singers across the United States and internationally.
The choir will be accompanied by Chad DeLoach, Founder of Choral Accompaniment Tracks and a recently retired Florida choral director. He holds degrees in choral music education from Florida State University and has served as accompanist for numerous State, Division, and National ACDA Honor Choirs, as well as 19 Florida All-State Choruses.
The event coincides with Music in Our Schools Month, a national observance highlighting the essential role music education plays in student development. Research consistently demonstrates that students engaged in music instruction show gains in memory, attention, language development, and overall academic achievement. Beyond academics, music education fosters discipline, collaboration, confidence, and a strong sense of community.
Bradley County Schools is grateful for the support of the Arts in Education and Business Council, whose mission is to promote local arts, quality programs, and educational activities in schools while investing in the children, community, and cultural enrichment of our corner of the Ocoee Region. This event is funded in part through their generous support, along with continued district and community investment in fine arts programming.
The Bradley County Honor Choir stands as a testament to the strength of the district’s elementary music programs and the dedicated teachers who lead them. Community members are invited to attend this celebration of musical excellence on March 3 at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free.
- Beyond the Bell