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Bears Football Broadcast - Listen Live!

November 13, 2026

Bears Football Broadcast - Listen Live!

​GHSA Football Playoffs - Round 1Burke County Bears vs. Carver TigersColumbus, GAKickoff: 7:00 PMListen to the Official Bears Broadcast Live: https://bearnation.mixlr.com/events/5437287On air tonig...

Important Reminder: Early Dismissal Today (11-13-26)

November 13, 2026

Important Reminder: Early Dismissal Today (11-13-26)

Dear BCPS Families,All Burke County Public Schools will dismiss students early on Friday, November 13, 2026. This change is being made to facilitate travel for faculty, staff, and students supporti...

School Board Meeting: October 20th at 5pm

October 20, 2026

School Board Meeting: October 20th at 5pm

​​​Reminder: The Burke County Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled meeting this evening, October 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The meeting will take place in the Johnny Jenkins Board Room a...

BCPS Reminders

October 12, 2026

BCPS Reminders

BCPS Reminder — Schools are CLOSED today, Monday, Oct 12, for Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day.We know it's a holiday, but we would love for you to join us at 8:55 AM on Liberty St (between 6th ...

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VISION

Our vision is that each student leaves equipped for a world of possibilities.

MISSION

The mission of the Burke County Public School System is to create a welcoming community where every student belongs, every learner shows up ready to grow, every challenge is met with effort and perseverance, and every day is an opportunity to teach and learn together

CORE BUSI­NESS

The core business of BCPS is preparing students for their best future!

BELIEFS

We Believe: *The needs and success of students belong at the center of our decisions *Students should have a voice in their learning, meaningful choices in how they engage, and ownership of their progress and future *Every student deserves challenging, engaging, and meaningful learning *Every student and adult should feel safe, respected, valued, and connected *Student outcomes are a collective responsibility *We should continuously examine our practices and use evidence to improve what we do