
High School Division:
Austin King β 3rd Place, HS Boys
High School Team β 3rd Place Overall
Middle School Division:
Story Lockwood β 4th Place, MS Girls
These archers continue to excel at every tournament, and weβre so proud to have them representing Berea Community Schools.
Way to represent, Pirates! π΄ββ οΈπ―

During 7th period today, Principal Caldwell and Middle School Counselor Ms. Lewis made their way through our middle and high school classrooms, surprising teachers with sweet Valentineβs Day treats!
We love every opportunity to show our appreciation for our incredible faculty and staff. They are the heart of Berea Community Schools, and we can't thank them enough for the work they do here every day. We are so grateful!
Thank you to all of our amazing teachers! And Happy Valentines Day from Berea Independent Schools!



Spring Homecoming is almost here!
Join us next Friday, February 20th, for our Spring Homecoming Dance from 9:30 PM to Midnight. Admission is just $5, so grab your friends, plan your outfits, and get ready for a night to remember.
Let's pack that dance floor, Pirates! π΄ββ οΈπΆβ¨

Who's ready for Spring Homecoming?!
Next week kicks off Spirit Week, and we want to see everyone go all out! From 2016 day to White Lie day, all week long we're going to be showing our school spirit with all sorts of themed dress-up days.
Start planning those outfits now Pirates! It'll be a week to remember! π΄ββ οΈβ¨

Elizabeth Tait and Vincent Pickle performed in the Kentucky Junior High Treble Choir Thursday, February 5th. Their group world premiered two songs: "Riding in the Derby" & "A Reflection of Light" under the direction of Conductor Sherry Blevins.
Jonah Hill performed in the Kentucky High School All State SATB Choir Friday, February 6th under the direction of Conductor Edryn Coleman. He was one of 2 soloists selected to perform in their final number, "Lovely Day".
We are so proud of these students' hard work and dedication!
We would like to give a HUGE shout out to the sponsor that made this lifetime experience possible: Knight's Pharmacy, Lakes Funeral Home, and the family members of our amazing students who participated in KMEA All State!


Some highlights from the 2nd Annual Bill Smallwood Classic this weekend! π
Berea closed out the night with a thunderous win over Gallatin County. We couldnβt be more proud of all the players who took the court throughout the day and showed exactly what Berea basketball is made of.
A huge thank-you to Matt Wilson and U.S. Bank for sponsoring the Bill Smallwood Classic Scholarship and supporting our student-athletes in such a meaningful way.
The $2,500 scholarship was awarded to outstanding senior Kadence Stepp, we'd like to wish her a big congratulations, and thank you to all of our amazing applicants.
Let's go, Pirates! π΄ββ οΈ










Claire Garrett
Austin King
Elaina Kirby
Tyson Baker
Aislin Falucskai Ford
We would also like to congratulate our entire HS and MS archery teams for their strong performance at the SJE Polar Bear Classic State Qualifier! These students continue to excel week after week.
Way to represent, Pirates! π΄ββ οΈπ―


- Monday Feb. 9 will be Senior Night for our HS Girls Basketball players as they take on visiting Powell County.
- Our MS Boys Basketball team will celebrate 8th Grade Night on Feb. 9 vs the Richmond Guardians.


After a long week of snow, students and faculty were eager to get back in the stands and kick off the week cheering on our Pirates. It was great to see everyone back in the building, reconnecting, supporting our teams, and enjoying our community.
We canβt wait for more nights like this. Letβs go, Pirates! π΄ββ οΈ










This Thursday, Feb. 5th, parents of the Class of 2026 are invited to attend their first Project Graduation meeting at 6 PM in the school cafeteria.
Project Graduation is a celebration for our senior class on the night of their graduation. It is a fun, memorable, and safe event for our seniors to celebrate with their classmates and enjoy the end of their Berea Community career.
This meeting will primarily be to elect officials, review existing resources, gather great ideas, and decide on future meeting cadence.
What a whirlwind the past week has been! Weβre so thrilled to welcome our students and staff back into the building today and get back into our routines.
A huge thank-you to Charlie Owens for leading our snow-removal efforts and clearing parking lots and walkways across campus. It was no small task, but thanks to Mr. Owensβ dedication and hard work, our school is safe and accessible for everyone.
Weβre incredibly grateful to him and to all who helped make the return possible. Welcome back! βοΈ




Reminder to join us for our first open gym TODAY, Tuesday, Feb. 3 from 3:30β5:00 PM in Conkin Gym!
π Open to all current 6thβ11th grade students
π An up-to-date physical is required to participate
For any questions or the schedule for future open gyms, reach out to Coach Cinda Holland at cinda.holland@berea.kyschools.us

π― Congratulations, Berea Archers! π―
Weβre proud of our Berea Archers for their outstanding performance at the Berea Pirates State Qualifier!
-Austin King: 1st place HS boys & top overall male
-Claire Garrett: 4th place HS girls
-Nicholas Rodriguez: 5th place HS boys
-Story Lockwood: 3rd place MS girls
π Team Achievement
High School Team: 2nd place
Everywhere you look, Pirates are excelling and showing what theyβre made of! From Academic Team to Swim, Archery, and beyond, spirits are high, and we couldnβt be more proud of these hardworking students and all of their incredible accomplishments. πΉ

- Results from our Berea Pirates Archery State Qualifier:
HS Team placed 2nd
Austin King placed 1st for HS boys and was the Top Overall Male
Claire Garrett placed 4th for HS girls
Nicholas Rodriguez placed 5th for HS boys
Story Lockwood placed 3rd for MS girls
- Congratulations to Kadee Stepp and Finley Blevins for making the 11th Region All A Regional All Tournament team.

Last Monday was Senior Night at Berea College Seabury Center, where we celebrated seniors Travis Harris, Lucas Marshall, and Michael Winkler for their dedication, leadership, and hard work. Then on Sunday at Centre College, the team delivered standout performances with some of their best times of the season, placing in the top 16 for point scoring.
Join us in showing appreciation for this incredible team and their outstanding coaches, Suzy Edmister and Lance Robbins.




Donations will be accepted January 15β23. Donations could include hygiene products, feminine products, non-perishable food, or blankets. Look for the Care Kit Bins located both inside and outside the school to drop off donations.
A big thank-you to our amazing FCCLA students for organizing this fundraiser. Projects like this help ensure our community is cared for and supported. Let's go all out and fill those bins to the brim!

Interested in high school track & field? πββοΈπββοΈ
Sign-ups are open now!
Track and field is a great way to be a part of a supportive community, build physical, mental, and emotional strength, and stay conditioned for fall sports. There are multiple areas to be involved in, including sprints, mid- and long-distance running, and field events.
Sign-ups are open to all 7th-12th grade students!

π Interested in playing volleyball this fall?
This Thursday, Jan. 15, we will be holding an informational meeting in the Cafeteria from 5:30-6:00. The meeting is open to all interested girls in grades 6β11, and their parents or guardians.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Holland at cinda.holland@berea.kyschools.us.

- Berea Swim Team will celebrate Senior Night on Monday January 12 at Berea College starting at 6:00 p.m. with a meet to follow at 6:30 p.m. Lucas Marshall, Travis Harris and Michael Winkler will be honored.
- Our HS Girls and Boys will compete in the All A Regional Basketball Tournament this week at host LCA. Both teams come in with winning streaks and playing good basketball. See schedule below for games.
- Berea Archery will host a State Qualifier Meet this weekend. On Saturday January 17 they will also honor our Seniors at approximately 3:30 p.m. in Singleton Gym.
- On Sunday January 18 this Berea Swim Team will travel to Centre College for the Regional Swim Meet. The meet will begin at 1:30 in Danville KY.


-Claire Garrett: 2nd place HS girls
-Austin King: 3rd place HS boys
-Tava Doan: 7th place HS girls
-Isaiah Hackett: 7th place MS boys
-Story Lockwood: 8th place MS girls
These athletes are showing us all what it means to be a Pirate with their dedication and diligence, we're proud to have them out there representing our school. Way to go, Pirates!
