BCS has two new drivers, others training - but still looking for more

Two new drivers qualified for their commercial passenger licenses at Ballard County Schools this week: regular route driver Hannah Stephens and Superintendent Dr. Casey Allen! Currently, there are two other administrators, two coaches, a parent, and a teacher in driver-training classes, but many of them are slated to only drive for trips or in emergencies. Earlier this month, two buses were being used at the same time to train drivers.

Fri Sep 19 01:36 PM

Bunge Chevron facility in Cairo donates to BMHS

Ballard Memorial High School recently received a $5,000 donation from the Bunge Chevron Ag Renewables (BCAR) facility in Cairo, Ill. Shown from left with the check are BMHS Principal Tim Adams and BCAR Plant Manager Christopher Cunningham.

Thu Sep 18 02:23 PM

BMHS hosting Carlisle students in CTC pilot program

Eight students from Carlisle County High School have been getting off a bus at Ballard County Career and Technical Center every morning, going to two class blocks, and going back to CCHS to finish their school days. The pilot program was set up between the two districts last year. Seven of the students are in the Ballard Memorial High School health science pathway; the remaining student is in the welding pathway.

Tue Aug 19 02:29 PM

Official Media Announcement from Ballard County Schools – Livestreaming from the Green Palace and Bomber Field!

Ballard County Schools is proud to announce a new era in Bomber Athletics! Our high school volleyball team recently marked a historic moment on Aug. 5, as they played the first-ever athletic event livestreamed from the BMHS gymnasium through our new digital platform, Hudl. This exciting new feature brings our athletic events to the global stage, making it possible for fans to experience the action from anywhere in the world. Whether you're under the weather, traveling, or halfway across the country, you now can watch live home games from the comfort of your own living room. Every athletic event hosted in the Green Palace and on Bomber Field now will be available for livestreaming on a per-game, monthly, or annual ticket basis through Hudl.

Fri Aug 15 01:59 PM

Principals' notice to parents of designated traceable communications systems

The provisions of SB181/KRS 160.145 require that principals must provide parents with notification of the designated traceable communication systems within the first 10 days of the school year. This notice shall include instructions for parents to access and review communications sent through traceable communications systems. This message is sent to you on behalf of the principals at Ballard Memorial High School, Ballard County Middle School, Ballard County Elementary School, and Ballard County Preschool-Head Start:

Fri Aug 08 09:30 AM

Changes coming this year in student medication administration

Due to changes in regulations, schools will not be able to administer over the counter medications to students this year without a healthcare provider's order.

Fri Jul 25 08:32 AM