EMS Cougars—Join us on Friday August 15th, at Elizabethtown Middle School for a stakeholder appreciation day from 12-2 pm. Hot dogs and water will be provided. This is a great opportunity for everyone in the community who has a vested interest in the school to come out and let us show you our appreciation. We look forward to seeing you all there!
11 months ago, Elizabethtown Middle School
A group of ten adults stands together smiling on a wooden dock framed by greenery and a wooden overhead structure. Behind them is a scenic view of water and sky with light clouds. The group is casually dressed in colorful, summery attire, suggesting a relaxed outdoor gathering or professional retreat.
📚 The countdown is on! We can’t wait to welcome students back for the 2025-2026 school year.

🗓️ Early College High School begins Monday, August 11
🗓️ Traditional Schools begin Monday, August 25

Let’s make it a great year—from learners to leaders! 🌟 #WeAreBCS #BackToSchool #FromLearnersToLeaders #LearnerstoLeaders
11 months ago, Bladen County Schools
A colorful flat-lay image announcing the first day of school for Bladen County Schools. In the center, a white paper with text reads: “First Day of School. Early College High School - Monday, August 11. Traditional Schools - Monday, August 25.” The paper is surrounded by school supplies including pens, pencils, erasers, paper clips, star cutouts, foam letters, and Bladen County Schools notepads, all arranged on a pink background.
📸 Last week, Bladen County Schools principals John Ammons (Bladenboro Primary), Chris Orrock (West Bladen), Bobby Godwin (Elizabethtown Middle), Chris Carroll (East Bladen), Amanda Murillo (Clarkton School of Discovery), and Kristy Smith (Elizabethtown Primary) took part in the NCPAPA Early Career Principals Training.

We’re proud to support our leaders as they grow professionally and work to make a lasting impact in their schools! #LeadershipMatters #WeAreBCS #FromLearnersToLeaders
12 months ago, Bladen County Schools
Principals John Ammons, Chris Orrock, Bobby Godwin, Chris Carrol, Amanda Murillo and Kristy Smith
📘✏️ Back-to-School Supply List: Grades 3–5 ✏️📘

It’s almost time to kick off another exciting school year! Here’s what students in Grades 3 through 5 will need for the 2025–2026 school year:

• Clear or mesh book bag 🎒
• Pencils ✏️
• Crayons (24 pack) or colored pencils
• Large pink erasers
• Glue sticks (4)
• Composition books (2)
• Pencil box or pouch
• Notebook paper (2 packs)
• One-inch 3-ring binder
• Headphones (wired – no earbuds) 🎧

Stay organized and ready to learn — the countdown to day one is on!
12 months ago, Elly Johnson
A student smiles while holding a large poster about cells, featuring hand-drawn illustrations and colorful handwritten notes, in a school cafeteria.
📗✏️ Back-to-School Supply List: Grades 6–8 ✏️📗

Middle schoolers, we’re getting ready for a strong start to the new year! Here’s what students in Grades 6 through 8 will need:

• Clear or mesh book bag 🎒
• Pencils ✏️
• Dry erase markers
• Loose-leaf notebook paper
• Two-inch 3-ring binder
• Colored pencils
• Pencil box or pouch
• Composition notebooks (4)
• Tab dividers for binder
• Highlighters
• Three-prong folders with pockets (4)

A little preparation now sets the stage for a successful year ahead!
12 months ago, Elly Johnson
A student smiles while holding a decorated box labeled "Tar Heel Beta Supply Box," filled with donated supplies. Large red hearts decorate the sides of the box.