Spring has sprung, and we are busy, busy, busy at BCHS & BMS!
Report cards will be available in Power School this week, State Writing Tests will be happening, and spring sports are taking off!
Make it a great week!
Let's go Knights!
Report cards will be available in Power School this week, State Writing Tests will be happening, and spring sports are taking off!
Make it a great week!
Let's go Knights!
🎬🍿 BCHS SCA Movie Night is HERE! 🍿🎬
Join us for a fun-filled night at the High School Auditorium on:
📅 Saturday, March 28, 2026
✨ FREE SNACKS! ✨
🎟️ Admission:
Bring 2 cans of unexpired goods OR 1 new clothing item (no undergarments except socks) to donate.
🎥 Movie Lineup:
👧 5:00 PM – Inside Out (2015) (for ages 12 & under)
🕷️ 7:00 PM – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) (for ages 13+)
👉 Want to watch both movies? Just bring one extra donation item!
👨👩👧 Important Info:
• Ages 12 & under must be with an adult
• Teens bringing siblings under 13 must provide a parent note with permission
💙 This event is all about bringing our community together—everyone is welcome!
#MovieNight #CommunityEvent #BCHS #FreeSnacks #DonateAnd
Today is World Down Syndrome Day 💙💛
Yesterday, our BCHS students came together to recognize and celebrate this important day, showing support, spreading awareness, and embracing what makes every individual unique.
World Down Syndrome Day is observed on March 21 (3/21) to represent the triplication of the 21st chromosome, which is what causes Down syndrome. It’s a day to celebrate inclusion, advocate for equal opportunities, and highlight the abilities and contributions of people with Down syndrome around the world.
Did you know:
• Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition
• It occurs in about 1 in every 700 births in the United States
• People with Down syndrome can lead fulfilling lives—attending school, working, building relationships, and contributing meaningfully to their communities
We are proud of our students for promoting kindness, understanding, and inclusion. 💙💛 #WorldDownSyndromeDay #InclusionMatters #BCHS
🎓 It’s Getting Real, Class of 2026! 🎓
Today, our seniors received their caps and gowns, and graduation is right around the corner!
The countdown is on, and the excitement is building as we get closer to the big day.
📅 Graduation: May 20
📍 Liberty University – Vines Center (Lynchburg)
We can’t wait to celebrate this amazing class! 💚💛
Today, our seniors received their caps and gowns, and graduation is right around the corner!
The countdown is on, and the excitement is building as we get closer to the big day.
📅 Graduation: May 20
📍 Liberty University – Vines Center (Lynchburg)
We can’t wait to celebrate this amazing class! 💚💛
BCHS is proud to celebrate our ParaEducator of the Week, Sarah Layton!
Sarah consistently demonstrates kindness and compassion in everything she does, creating a supportive and nurturing environment for students. We are grateful for her dedication and the positive impact she makes every day!
Sarah consistently demonstrates kindness and compassion in everything she does, creating a supportive and nurturing environment for students. We are grateful for her dedication and the positive impact she makes every day!
🎓 Junior College Night – Don’t Miss It!
Join us on March 18 from 6:00–7:00 PM in the Buckingham County High School Cafeteria for an informative evening focused on preparing for life after high school.
Students and families will learn about:
✔️ College planning & preparation
✔️ Scholarships
✔️ Financial aid
Hear from guest speakers including Mr. C, Ms. Ranson, Mr. Witcher, and more!
🍕 Food will be provided (pizza & drinks)
We hope to see you there as we help our students plan for a successful future!
Join us on March 18 from 6:00–7:00 PM in the Buckingham County High School Cafeteria for an informative evening focused on preparing for life after high school.
Students and families will learn about:
✔️ College planning & preparation
✔️ Scholarships
✔️ Financial aid
Hear from guest speakers including Mr. C, Ms. Ranson, Mr. Witcher, and more!
🍕 Food will be provided (pizza & drinks)
We hope to see you there as we help our students plan for a successful future!
The 4th Brigade Best of the Best Raider Competition was held at Fort Bragg, NC, on March 14, 2026. The Female Team defeated teams from North Carolina, Maryland, and South Carolina and was named the 4th Brigade Best of the Best Raider Champions. The Male Team placed 3rd overall out of 10 Teams, from Maryland, South Carolina, Washington, D.C., and North Carolina.
This meet was a Raiders Nationals Qualifier, and BCHS JROTC qualified two teams for the Raider Nationals, to be held in October at Fort Knox, KY. Below are links to videos of the two teams competing in the rope bridge portion of the competition. Our teams placed first in this event, which is extremely difficult at this level.
Female Rope Bridge March 14th Competition Video
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ALsGbJE_9G9vG-asicYZVc0yP_ljd02n/view?usp=drive_link
Male Rope Bridge March 14th Competition Video
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BrlK0mHdnV2fmWHmnBiNkyRMDiYmi8CS/view
Congratulations to both teams!
This meet was a Raiders Nationals Qualifier, and BCHS JROTC qualified two teams for the Raider Nationals, to be held in October at Fort Knox, KY. Below are links to videos of the two teams competing in the rope bridge portion of the competition. Our teams placed first in this event, which is extremely difficult at this level.
Female Rope Bridge March 14th Competition Video
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ALsGbJE_9G9vG-asicYZVc0yP_ljd02n/view?usp=drive_link
Male Rope Bridge March 14th Competition Video
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BrlK0mHdnV2fmWHmnBiNkyRMDiYmi8CS/view
Congratulations to both teams!
The 4th Brigade Best of the Best Raider Competition was held at Fort Bragg, NC, on March 14, 2026. The Female Team defeated teams from North Carolina, Maryland, and South Carolina and was named the 4th Brigade Best of the Best Raider Champions. The Male Team placed 3rd overall out of 10 Teams, from Maryland, South Carolina, Washington, D.C., and North Carolina.
This meet was a Raiders Nationals Qualifier, and BCHS JROTC qualified two teams for the Raider Nationals, to be held in October at Fort Knox, KY. Below are links to videos of the two teams competing in the rope bridge portion of the competition. Our teams placed first in this event, which is extremely difficult at this level.
Female Rope Bridge March 14th Competition Video
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ALsGbJE_9G9vG-asicYZVc0yP_ljd02n/view
Male Rope Bridge March 14th Competition Video
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BrlK0mHdnV2fmWHmnBiNkyRMDiYmi8CS/view
Congratulations to both teams!
The BCHS Girls Tennis match at Randolph-Henry scheduled for today has been postponed until April 1st due to low temperatures.
Check out what's going on at BCHS & BMS this week!
***BMS Beta Induction begins at 5:30. Students need to be at the school by 5:15.***
***Tuesday's Tennis Match is postponed to April 1st.***
Don't forget the online bookfair is still going on!
https://www.bookfair.org/welcome/?ref=MOIOF29
Due to the forecast for severe weather including high winds and possible tornadoes, Buckingham County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow (Monday, March 16, 2026) for all students and staff. We hope everyone stays safe!
DE Computer Information Systems students have now passed Word 365 and PowerPoint 365.
We are moving on to Excel next week!
We are super proud of these student!
Alexis Carroll
Ava Taylor
Emma Wright
Kayla Heuler
Memphis Bishop
Krystiaan Powell
Traniyah Childress
Vaiden Taylor
Emerson Edwards
Camryn Wilson
Lillie Palmore
Anna Snoddy
Malia Charles
Larken Watson
Abigail Bryant
Micah Clark-Reed
Dylan Vallejo
Friday afternoon, FFA members competed in the Southeast Area FFA Rally at Appomattox High School.
High school and middle school members represented many contests, showcasing their knowledge and skills! Congratulations to these members for their accomplishments!
Middle School Contests:
Small Animal Care - Nekhi Whitehead (13th)
Mechanics - 4th Place Team: Brantley Mills 5th, Sawyer Taylor 6th and Owen Anderson
Plant Science - 4th Place Team: Grayson Clabo 7th, Ann Kate Gilliam
High School Contests:
Creed Speaking - 🥈2nd Place Bryan Haldane
Sr. Stockmen's - 🥇1st Place Team: 🥈Kaylee Staton 2nd, Anna Jones 4th, Collin Snoddy 5th, Jackson Harris 6th
Horse Hippology - 🥈 2nd Place Team: 🥇Cadence Perkins 1st, Alaina Page 5th
We are proud to recognize Rayasia Barbour, a senior at Buckingham County High School, for serving on the Virginia School Counselor Association (VSCA) Advisory Board We are proud of her leadership and the way she represents BCHS and our community!
Congratulations to Mr. Damon Talley for being named Administrator of the Year from the Virginia Student Councils Association at this evening’s awards banquet at Orange County High School! 💛💚🎉
BCHS is proud to announce our ParaEducator of the Week, Amber Mangialetti.
Amber is recognized for her exceptional dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting students in an inclusive learning environment. Through her patience, encouragement, and genuine care for every learner, she helps create a classroom where all students feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. Pictured with Ms. Mangialetti are Mr. Damon Talley, Principal, and Ms. Stephani Jones, BCHS SPED Coordinator.
Amber is recognized for her exceptional dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting students in an inclusive learning environment. Through her patience, encouragement, and genuine care for every learner, she helps create a classroom where all students feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. Pictured with Ms. Mangialetti are Mr. Damon Talley, Principal, and Ms. Stephani Jones, BCHS SPED Coordinator.
Academy Day 2026
Senator Mark Warner invites high school and middle school students, their parents or guardians, and school counselors to Academy Day 2026.
The event includes a seated program that will provide a comprehensive overview of the United States service academies and their admission processes. Information will also be shared regarding application procedures for congressional nominations and other military-related options that exist at higher education institutions in Virginia.
Following the program, attendees will be able to meet with officials from all five academies as well as representatives from Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Richmond, ROTC programs at the University of Virginia, the United States Marine Corps, the Virginia Military Institute, the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, the Virginia Women's Institute for Leadership at Mary Baldwin University, and the University of Mary Washington at their resource tables. Staff from Virginia congressional offices will also be available to answer questions.
As the event concludes, the University of Mary Washington will be offering campus tours. To participate, please meet at their resource table at 1:30pm.
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time: 9:30am - 1:30pm, doors open at 9:00am
Location: University of Mary Washington, Dodd Auditorium in George Washington Hall, 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Register Here https://senwarner.ticketbud.com/academyday2026
If you have any questions about the event, please email academy_noms@warner.senate.gov.
Senator Mark Warner invites high school and middle school students, their parents or guardians, and school counselors to Academy Day 2026.
The event includes a seated program that will provide a comprehensive overview of the United States service academies and their admission processes. Information will also be shared regarding application procedures for congressional nominations and other military-related options that exist at higher education institutions in Virginia.
Following the program, attendees will be able to meet with officials from all five academies as well as representatives from Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Richmond, ROTC programs at the University of Virginia, the United States Marine Corps, the Virginia Military Institute, the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, the Virginia Women's Institute for Leadership at Mary Baldwin University, and the University of Mary Washington at their resource tables. Staff from Virginia congressional offices will also be available to answer questions.
As the event concludes, the University of Mary Washington will be offering campus tours. To participate, please meet at their resource table at 1:30pm.
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time: 9:30am - 1:30pm, doors open at 9:00am
Location: University of Mary Washington, Dodd Auditorium in George Washington Hall, 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Register Here https://senwarner.ticketbud.com/academyday2026
If you have any questions about the event, please email academy_noms@warner.senate.gov.
We were honored to present a resolution recognizing the life and legacy of Irene Stoneman Ellis and her meaningful contributions to Buckingham County Public Schools. Her dedication and commitment to our students and community made a lasting impact. The resolution was accepted by her family on her behalf, and we are grateful for the years she devoted to supporting education in Buckingham County and proud to celebrate her legacy.
Congratulations to our March Senior of the Month, Benjamin Snoddy!
🔴⚒️ SkillsUSA State Competition Update! ⚒️🔴
Yesterday, our incredible SkillsUSA students competed at the State Leadership & Skills Conference, and we could not be prouder of how they represented our school, program, and community. Their professionalism, preparation, and determination were on full display — now we eagerly await the awards being announced today!
Please help us wish the best of luck to our competitors:
🔹 Haley Dale – Job Demonstration Open (Carpentry)
🔹 Omaura Dibble – Natural Hair Braiding
🔹 Christian Mendez – Job Interview
🔹 Jack Steffensen – Job Demonstration A (Welding)
From presenting technical skills to demonstrating career readiness, these students showcased the very best of career and technical education.
After a full day of competition, the team decided they had earned a “little” pizza to celebrate their hard work 🍕 — and let’s just say it may have been bigger than expected!
We were also honored to have former SkillsUSA Virginia Director and SkillsUSA National Director Tim Lawrence pictured with our students in the final photo. What an incredible opportunity for our competitors!
No matter the results, we are already proud of the dedication, skill, and professionalism these students have demonstrated. Stay tuned for the awards results!
#SkillsUSA #CTEWorks #CareerReady #StateCompetition #ProudTeacher
Yesterday, our incredible SkillsUSA students competed at the State Leadership & Skills Conference, and we could not be prouder of how they represented our school, program, and community. Their professionalism, preparation, and determination were on full display — now we eagerly await the awards being announced today!
Please help us wish the best of luck to our competitors:
🔹 Haley Dale – Job Demonstration Open (Carpentry)
🔹 Omaura Dibble – Natural Hair Braiding
🔹 Christian Mendez – Job Interview
🔹 Jack Steffensen – Job Demonstration A (Welding)
From presenting technical skills to demonstrating career readiness, these students showcased the very best of career and technical education.
After a full day of competition, the team decided they had earned a “little” pizza to celebrate their hard work 🍕 — and let’s just say it may have been bigger than expected!
We were also honored to have former SkillsUSA Virginia Director and SkillsUSA National Director Tim Lawrence pictured with our students in the final photo. What an incredible opportunity for our competitors!
No matter the results, we are already proud of the dedication, skill, and professionalism these students have demonstrated. Stay tuned for the awards results!
#SkillsUSA #CTEWorks #CareerReady #StateCompetition #ProudTeacher
