BCES PTO Announcement:
Elementary Families:
Greetings Pirates!
I am beyond thrilled to share some fantastic news with you. BCES has officially moved from orange to green on the KSA state accountability reports! Out of the 717 elementary schools in the state, only 173 performed at the same level. This is a remarkable achievement that reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and staff.
On behalf of the Board and myself, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Mrs. Coyle, our teachers, instructional assistants, support and front office staff, interventionists, and everyone working in specialty areas. This success speaks volumes about the perseverance, commitment, and teamwork that each of you has displayed throughout the year.
Hard work and persistence pay off, and this accomplishment is a testament to our belief that when we aim high and dare to be great, success follows. Together, we have stretched our students, believed in their potential, and guided them toward new heights. For that, we are immensely proud and deeply grateful.
In the spirit of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People that guide us:
Be Proactive – Our team took the initiative to rise above challenges and strive for excellence.
Begin with the End in Mind – Clear goals were set, and the hard work to achieve them never stopped.
Put First Things First – Student growth and learning were prioritized every step of the way.
Think Win-Win – By uplifting each other, we created a win for every student and staff member.
Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – We listened to our students, ensuring they felt heard and valued.
Synergize – The collaboration among staff, families, and students made this success possible.
Sharpen the Saw – Continuous improvement led us to this achievement, and we will continue to grow.
As Larry Bell reminded us on his visit, “You are wonderful!” I couldn’t agree more. We believe in our students, and that belief has sparked their confidence, skillset, and success. There are no underachievers—only under-believers, and BCES has shown that when we believe in our students, they rise to the challenge.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students' success. It takes a united effort, and this achievement belongs to all of us. Hats off to each and every one of you for the role you played in making this dream a reality. Teamwork truly makes the dream work!
Let’s continue to aim high, dare to be great, and inspire our students through high-quality teaching, leading, and learning. Enjoy Fall Break Oct. 7th-11th!
With deepest gratitude and Pirate pride,
Dr. Diane Hatchett Superintendent,
Berea Community Schools
Aim High and Dare to Be Great!
We hope you have a wonderful, restful, safe Fall Break. We will see you soon.
School is in session tomorrow, October 4, 2024.
44th DISTRICT SOCCER TOURNAMENT
Tickets are $7.00 and children under 5 are free. No passes.
Go Pirates!
#WorldSmileDay
October 2nd is National Custodian Appreciation Day.
We appreciate you, Connie McCracken, Andrea McCracken, and Christin Hardesty!
Time for hayrides, pumpkin patches, apple cider, and bonfires.
Ms. Coyle, Mr. Poynter, Ms. Caldwell, and Mr. Stepp, thank you for all you do! We so appreciate you!
Due to unexpected issues with our HVAC system, Tuesday, October 1, 2024, will be an NTI Day.
September 30-October 5 Athletic Schedule
The HS Boys Soccer team will celebrate Sr. Night on Monday (9/30) vs Powell County. On Tuesday night (10/1) our HS Girls Soccer Senior Night game vs Rockcastle County will be at 6:00 p.m. Please come out and support both teams this week as they finish up the regular season.
8th Grade night for our MS Football team will be on Wednesday (10/2) vs Sayre at 6:00 p.m.
Go Pirates!
All weekend school activities are canceled due to weather conditions.
Due to inclement weather, school is closed today. Stay safe!
The next Strategic Planning Meeting will be held on 10/3/24.
This Week's Berea Pirates' Athletic Action
Ahoy, Mateys! Today is International Talk Like a Pirate Day.
Hoist the Jolly Roger and have a swashbucklin’ good time!
Constitution Day, observed on September 17 each year, commemorates the signing of the United States Constitution in 1787. On this day, delegates to the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia signed the final draft of the Constitution.
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic-American Heritage Month
