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WE REMEMBER. WE HONOR. WE WILL NEVER FORGET
Buckingham County High School and the BCHS SCA invite our community to join us on Friday, September 11 at 8:45 a.m. as we pause to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001.
This special remembrance ceremony will also recognize the first responders, service members, and community service members who dedicate themselves to protecting and serving others. ❤️🤍💙
🚒🚑🚓 We would especially love to have our local first responders, military members and veterans, law enforcement officers, healthcare and emergency personnel, and other community servants join us as our honored guests.
📅 Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ 8:45 a.m.
📍 Buckingham County High School
For more information, please contact Mary Stearrett at stem@bcpschools.org or (434) 315-3582.
Please join our students, faculty, and staff as we come together as a community to remember those we lost, honor those who served, and ensure that we never forget. 🇺🇸
#NeverForget #September11 #PatriotDay #BCHSKnights #BuckinghamCounty #CommunityStrong
Buckingham County High School and the BCHS SCA invite our community to join us on Friday, September 11 at 8:45 a.m. as we pause to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001.
This special remembrance ceremony will also recognize the first responders, service members, and community service members who dedicate themselves to protecting and serving others. ❤️🤍💙
🚒🚑🚓 We would especially love to have our local first responders, military members and veterans, law enforcement officers, healthcare and emergency personnel, and other community servants join us as our honored guests.
📅 Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ 8:45 a.m.
📍 Buckingham County High School
For more information, please contact Mary Stearrett at stem@bcpschools.org or (434) 315-3582.
Please join our students, faculty, and staff as we come together as a community to remember those we lost, honor those who served, and ensure that we never forget. 🇺🇸
#NeverForget #September11 #PatriotDay #BCHSKnights #BuckinghamCounty #CommunityStrong
📚 PSAT & SAT SCHOOL DAY TESTING INFORMATION ✏️
BCHS students, mark your calendars! 📅 Both the PSAT and SAT School Day will be offered on Wednesday, October 14.
📝 PSAT – 10th & 11th Grade Students
📅 Test Date: October 14
⏰ Registration Deadline: September 23
💲 There is a fee to register.
🎓 SAT School Day – 12th Grade Students
📅 Test Date: October 14
⏰ Registration Deadline: September 23
💲 There is a fee to register.
📣 Interested in testing? Don't miss the deadline! Students should contact the BCHS Counseling Department for registration information, testing fees, or any questions.
✅ Sign up by September 23!
BCHS students, mark your calendars! 📅 Both the PSAT and SAT School Day will be offered on Wednesday, October 14.
📝 PSAT – 10th & 11th Grade Students
📅 Test Date: October 14
⏰ Registration Deadline: September 23
💲 There is a fee to register.
🎓 SAT School Day – 12th Grade Students
📅 Test Date: October 14
⏰ Registration Deadline: September 23
💲 There is a fee to register.
📣 Interested in testing? Don't miss the deadline! Students should contact the BCHS Counseling Department for registration information, testing fees, or any questions.
✅ Sign up by September 23!
Attention BCPS Staff, Students, Families, and Community,
We hope you are off to a wonderful start to the school year. Quick reminder, the Knights' Armor Food Pantry is now open for the school year. As a reminder, the pantry is open on Fridays from 9 am - 2 pm (closed on the 2nd Friday). Pick-up is by appointment only and must be made no later than 1:00 pm on Wednesday of the week you desire to pick up. To schedule, please contact Ms. Richardson at 434-969-6100, direct extension 22112.
We hope you are off to a wonderful start to the school year. Quick reminder, the Knights' Armor Food Pantry is now open for the school year. As a reminder, the pantry is open on Fridays from 9 am - 2 pm (closed on the 2nd Friday). Pick-up is by appointment only and must be made no later than 1:00 pm on Wednesday of the week you desire to pick up. To schedule, please contact Ms. Richardson at 434-969-6100, direct extension 22112.
BCHS is happy to announce that Picture Day is coming soon. Virginia Photo Company is excited to capture the beautiful smiles and memories of our amazing underclassmen.
Picture Day will be Wednesday, September 2nd.
Students and Parents will have the opportunity to purchase pictures after viewing a proof. Students will bring home proofs around 2 weeks after picture day.
For any questions, please contact Virginia Photo Company at 804-256-3246 or info@virginiaphotocompany.com
Visit our website for more information! www.virginiaphotocompany.com
Picture Day will be Wednesday, September 2nd.
Students and Parents will have the opportunity to purchase pictures after viewing a proof. Students will bring home proofs around 2 weeks after picture day.
For any questions, please contact Virginia Photo Company at 804-256-3246 or info@virginiaphotocompany.com
Visit our website for more information! www.virginiaphotocompany.com
🎾💚💛 A NEW CHAPTER FOR LADY KNIGHTS TENNIS! 💛💚🎾
What an exciting day for Buckingham County High School and our Lady Knights Tennis program!
After a severe storm ruined our tennis courts last year, today we had the privilege of officially celebrating their return with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for our beautiful NEW tennis courts! 🎉🎀✂️
BCHS Principal Mr. Talley had the honor of cutting the ribbon and was joined by members of our School Board, Buckingham County Board of Supervisors, our Superintendent, and several of our Lady Knights tennis players as we celebrated this wonderful addition to our school and athletic program.
These courts represent so much more than a place to play. They represent resilience, community support, new opportunities, and a fresh start for our student-athletes. 💚
We are incredibly excited to see our Lady Knights step onto these courts, make memories, compete, and represent Buckingham for many years to come! 🎾✨
Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible, Special Touch Florist for the beautiful ribbon, and to those who joined us today to celebrate!
The courts are ready… LET’S PLAY TENNIS! 💚💛🎾
#LadyKnightsTennis #GoKnights #BuckinghamProud #NewCourts #KnightPride #BCHS
Diabetes is a condition that:
* Affects how the body uses sugar (glucose)
* Leads to high and low blood sugar levels
* Can occur in children and teens
* Needs ongoing management to stay healthy
Check out the Diabetes Information for Parents Flyer below to learn more about symptoms and connect to additional helpful resources from the VDOE and the VDH.
Diabetes Information for Parents Flyer - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xJ3HPoIjLa2VszNMV3IUubS7OUkSi2vJ/view?usp=drive_link
* Affects how the body uses sugar (glucose)
* Leads to high and low blood sugar levels
* Can occur in children and teens
* Needs ongoing management to stay healthy
Check out the Diabetes Information for Parents Flyer below to learn more about symptoms and connect to additional helpful resources from the VDOE and the VDH.
Diabetes Information for Parents Flyer - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xJ3HPoIjLa2VszNMV3IUubS7OUkSi2vJ/view?usp=drive_link
Buckingham County Public Schools extends a special thank you to James River Equipment and the American Heart Association for their generous donation of two CPR training kits for our secondary schools!
These kits will provide our students with valuable hands-on opportunities to learn lifesaving CPR skills, increase their knowledge, and build our schools’ capacity to respond in an emergency.
We are grateful for community partners who invest in our students and help us build safer, stronger schools. 💚💛
Thank you for supporting our students and helping prepare them with skills that can truly save a life!
Congratulations to our 2026-2027 Buckingham County School Board Student Liaisons, Nikayshia Bolden and Ava Taylor!
Thank you, Nikayshia and Ava, for stepping into this important leadership role and representing the voices of our students. We look forward to hearing your perspectives and having you serve as a valuable connection between our students and the Buckingham County School Board.
Congratulations to our August Senior of the Month, Lily Jones!
Buckingham Elementary School is currently seeking vendors for its 2nd Annual Holiday Craft Show. The BES Holiday Craft Show will be held on Saturday, November 21st, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Vendor space is $35 per 10' x 10' space. There will be handmade goods, unique finds, arts, crafts, and boutiques. All proceeds support students and programs at Buckingham Elementary. If you are interested or want more information, contact Linda Ruffner at lruffner@bcpschools.org.
The rain may have postponed Senior Sunrise, but this view—and this crew—was worth the wait. 🌅🫶
Starting the first full week of school with the Class of 2027! 🎓 Here’s to one last year of firsts, memories, and moments together. ✨
Senior Sunrise 2026 ☀️
🌅 SENIOR SUNRISE HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED! 🌅
Seniors, we’re getting another chance to start your senior year together! 💚💛
📅 Monday, August 10
⏰ 6:00 AM
📍 Buckingham County High School
Come enjoy Senior Sunrise with your classmates as we kick off your final year of high school! 🎓✨
☕ The Coffee Nook will be there! They’ll have drinks and breakfast items available for purchase, so come hungry and ready to enjoy the morning!
We can’t wait to see the Class of 2027 there! 💚💛
#BCHS2027 #SeniorSunrise #ClassOf2027 #Knights
Seniors, we’re getting another chance to start your senior year together! 💚💛
📅 Monday, August 10
⏰ 6:00 AM
📍 Buckingham County High School
Come enjoy Senior Sunrise with your classmates as we kick off your final year of high school! 🎓✨
☕ The Coffee Nook will be there! They’ll have drinks and breakfast items available for purchase, so come hungry and ready to enjoy the morning!
We can’t wait to see the Class of 2027 there! 💚💛
#BCHS2027 #SeniorSunrise #ClassOf2027 #Knights
🎬🍿 MOVIE NIGHT AT BCHS! 🍿🎬
Grab your family and friends and join BCHS SCA for a night of movies, snacks, and fun! 🎥✨
📅 Saturday, August 8, 2026
📍 BCHS High School Auditorium
🎟️ First Movie: 5:00 PM
🎟️ Second Movie: 7:00 PM
🍿 FREE SNACKS!
🎟️ Admission is 2 cans of unexpired goods OR 1 new clothing item (no undergarments except socks) to donate.
🎥 Featuring:
⭐ Inside Out (2015) — for ages 12 & under
⭐ Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) — for ages 13 & up
Want to stay for BOTH movies? Bring one extra donation item!
👨👩👧👦 Ages 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Teen chaperones bringing a younger sibling will need a note from a parent.
💚💛 Come out, support BCHS SCA, enjoy a great movie night, and help us bring our whole community together!
#BCHS #BCHSKnights #MovieNight #BCHSSCA #CommunityNight #KnightsTogether 🍿🎬
Grab your family and friends and join BCHS SCA for a night of movies, snacks, and fun! 🎥✨
📅 Saturday, August 8, 2026
📍 BCHS High School Auditorium
🎟️ First Movie: 5:00 PM
🎟️ Second Movie: 7:00 PM
🍿 FREE SNACKS!
🎟️ Admission is 2 cans of unexpired goods OR 1 new clothing item (no undergarments except socks) to donate.
🎥 Featuring:
⭐ Inside Out (2015) — for ages 12 & under
⭐ Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) — for ages 13 & up
Want to stay for BOTH movies? Bring one extra donation item!
👨👩👧👦 Ages 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Teen chaperones bringing a younger sibling will need a note from a parent.
💚💛 Come out, support BCHS SCA, enjoy a great movie night, and help us bring our whole community together!
#BCHS #BCHSKnights #MovieNight #BCHSSCA #CommunityNight #KnightsTogether 🍿🎬
A message from the VDH about immunization. You may contact the Buckingham County Health Department at 434-969-4244 to schedule immunization appointments. Check out the VDH Flyer linked below for more information.
VDH Flyer Link - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YYcDMacwM4PHl14Y6sdQ0D41WRlyj_gS/view?usp=drive_link
VDH Flyer Link - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YYcDMacwM4PHl14Y6sdQ0D41WRlyj_gS/view?usp=drive_link
🎉 THIS FRIDAY! 🎉
Looking for Friday night dinner plans? We've got you covered!
Join us for the Back to School Food Truck Rodeo and help support the Buckingham County High School Class of 2027!
📅 Friday, August 7
🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 BCHS Bus Loop
🚚 Come hungry! We'll have an incredible lineup of food trucks:
🍖 Kiss My Butt BBQ
🥨 Amish Traditions (don't miss the soft pretzels!)
🌮 DIAZ Fusion Kitchen
🥞 Short Stacked – Mini Pancakes
🍔 Mama's Kitchen
🥤🍦 A Little Something Sweet – Dirty Sodas & Ice Cream
🎧 Enjoy music from DJ Talley all evening!
🪑 Bring your lawn chairs, relax with family and friends, and enjoy a great night together.
🎟️ Enter our raffle for a chance to win great prizes!
💚 Donations are appreciated and help support the BCHS Class of 2027.
Skip the cooking, support local food trucks, and help make a difference for our students. We can't wait to see our community come together for an evening of great food, great music, and great company!
📣 Invite your friends, share this post, and we'll see you Friday!
#BCHS #ClassOf2027 #FoodTruckRodeo #SupportOurStudents #BuckinghamCounty #FridayNight #EatLocal #CommunityStrong
Looking for Friday night dinner plans? We've got you covered!
Join us for the Back to School Food Truck Rodeo and help support the Buckingham County High School Class of 2027!
📅 Friday, August 7
🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 BCHS Bus Loop
🚚 Come hungry! We'll have an incredible lineup of food trucks:
🍖 Kiss My Butt BBQ
🥨 Amish Traditions (don't miss the soft pretzels!)
🌮 DIAZ Fusion Kitchen
🥞 Short Stacked – Mini Pancakes
🍔 Mama's Kitchen
🥤🍦 A Little Something Sweet – Dirty Sodas & Ice Cream
🎧 Enjoy music from DJ Talley all evening!
🪑 Bring your lawn chairs, relax with family and friends, and enjoy a great night together.
🎟️ Enter our raffle for a chance to win great prizes!
💚 Donations are appreciated and help support the BCHS Class of 2027.
Skip the cooking, support local food trucks, and help make a difference for our students. We can't wait to see our community come together for an evening of great food, great music, and great company!
📣 Invite your friends, share this post, and we'll see you Friday!
#BCHS #ClassOf2027 #FoodTruckRodeo #SupportOurStudents #BuckinghamCounty #FridayNight #EatLocal #CommunityStrong
🎉 WELCOME BACK, KNIGHTS! 💚💛
Today marks the beginning of another exciting school year at Buckingham County High School! The halls are filled with excitement, fresh opportunities, and the promise of a great year ahead.
Our dedicated teachers, staff, and administrators are ready to welcome our students and support them every step of the way. Together, we’ll learn, grow, overcome challenges, celebrate successes, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
To our students:
✨ Dream big.
📚 Work hard.
💚 Be kind.
⚔️ Be proud to be a Knight.
To our families:
Thank you for trusting us with your children. We look forward to partnering with you to make the 2026–2027 school year one of our best yet!
Here’s to new beginnings, new friendships, and endless possibilities.
Welcome Back, Knights! Let’s make it an amazing year! 🎓💚💛
#BuckinghamCountyHighSchool #HomeOfTheKnights #WelcomeBack #FirstDayOfSchool #BCPSProud #TogetherWeLearn #TogetherWeGrow #TogetherWeSucceed #2026BackToSchool
The wait is over! Tomorrow is the first day of the 2026-2027 school year! 🎉📚
Our Buckingham County School Board would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all of our students, families, teachers, staff, and community as we begin another exciting year of learning and growth.
Our schools are ready, our classrooms are prepared, and we can't wait to welcome our students back through our doors. The smiles, laughter, and excitement that fill our buildings are what make BCPS such a special place.
Here's to a fantastic year of new opportunities, meaningful connections, and student success. Together, let's make the 2026-2027 school year our best one yet!
💚💛 Welcome back, BCPS! We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow!
#BCPSKnights #WelcomeBack #FirstDayOfSchool
Our Buckingham County School Board would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to all of our students, families, teachers, staff, and community as we begin another exciting year of learning and growth.
Our schools are ready, our classrooms are prepared, and we can't wait to welcome our students back through our doors. The smiles, laughter, and excitement that fill our buildings are what make BCPS such a special place.
Here's to a fantastic year of new opportunities, meaningful connections, and student success. Together, let's make the 2026-2027 school year our best one yet!
💚💛 Welcome back, BCPS! We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow!
#BCPSKnights #WelcomeBack #FirstDayOfSchool
🌍✈️ European Mediterranean Tour – Final Update! 🇪🇸❤️
What an incredible adventure it has been!
Our BCHS students wrapped up their European Mediterranean Tour with a visit to the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. From taking in breathtaking views at the National Art Museum of Catalonia to exploring the city’s beautiful waterfront, they finished their journey with unforgettable experiences and lifelong memories.
One of the highlights of the trip was sharing the adventure with our new friends from Houston, who traveled alongside us throughout the tour. By the end of the trip, we weren’t just travel companions—we were one big family! A special thank you also goes to our wonderful tour director, Claudia, whose knowledge, enthusiasm, and kindness made this experience even more meaningful.
Travel has a unique way of bringing people together while opening our eyes to new cultures, history, and perspectives. We know our students are returning home with stories they’ll be telling for years to come.
Thank you to everyone who followed along with our journey through Italy, France, and Spain. We hope you enjoyed traveling with us from afar!
Until the next adventure… 🌎💚💛
#BuckinghamProud #BCHS #EuropeanMediterraneanTour #Barcelona #TravelToLearn #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #KnightsExploreTheWorld
We look forward to greeting our students, parents, and families tomorrow, Friday, July 31st, for Open House and Orientation sessions. A complete list of all Open House and Orientation times is attached to this message. When you come to the Open House, please remember the following:
The first day of school for students is Wednesday, August 5th.
We will be utilizing our Open Gate security system again this school year.
Please provide updated email addresses, phone numbers, and emergency contact information to your child’s school.
If there has been an update to your child’s medical status, which could include medication or school recommendations from a licensed medical provider, please provide documentation to your child’s school prior to August 5th.
If you are not already set up with a Parent Portal account, please stop by the sign-up table at your child’s school. We will need your name and email address.
Kindergarten students with last names A-M will attend school on August 5th.
Kindergarten students with last names N-Z will attend school on August 6th.
All Kindergarten students will attend school on August 7th.
Thank you for your continued support of Buckingham County Public Schools. We can’t wait to see you tomorrow! Go Knights!
🏫 Open House & Orientation Schedule:
🟢 Buckingham Preschool
• Open House: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM or 4:00–6:00 PM
🟢 Buckingham Primary
• Kindergarten Orientation: 9:30–9:45 AM or 3:30–3:45 PM
• Open House & Book Bag Giveaway: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM or 4:00–6:00 PM
🟢 Buckingham Elementary
• 3rd Grade Orientation: 10:00–10:30 AM or 4:00–4:30 PM
• Grades 3–5 Open House: 10:30 AM–12:00 PM or 4:30–6:00 PM
🟢 Buckingham Middle
• 6th Grade Orientation: 2:30–3:30 PM
• Grades 6–8 Open House: 4:00–6:00 PM
🟢 Buckingham High
• Freshman Orientation: 1:00–3:00 PM
• Grades 9–12 Open House: 4:00–6:00 PM
