Homecoming Game Weather Delay
WBHS Families,Our Homecoming game is currently delayed due to lightning in the area. We are hopeful that the weather will move through and that we can begin the game at 8:00 p.m. tonight. This woul...
September 11, 2026
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Board of Education Letter to WBHS Community
Dear WBHS Community,As we begin another school year, we want to take a moment to address an important conversation taking place across our community regarding the location of high school graduation...
September 8, 2026
In Remembrance
Christian Angulo. Mason Schermerhorn. Richard Aspinwall. Cristina Irimie. Forever in our hearts.In remembrance of those whose lives were tragically taken and in recognition of the strength and resi...
September 4, 2026
Board Briefs - September 2026
Student Growth & Success 2025-26 Georgia Milestones Update The board received an update concerning the 2025-2026 Georgia Milestones Assessment System results for mathematics, science, and socia...
September 2, 2026
GA PROBE College Fair Information
Juniors and Seniors will attend the GA PROBE College Fair 9/8/26. Students must pre-register before attending via the link provided.
August 31, 2026
Underclassmen Info Night - Aug 25th @ 6PM WBHS Cafe
Join us for Underclassmen Info Night 8/25 @ 6 PM in the Winder-Barrow Cafe!
August 13, 2026
Board Briefs - August 2026
Student Growth & Success2025-2026 AP Test ResultsNot only did the number of Advanced Placement (AP) exams taken in the district increase, but the pass rate did as well. Seventy-three percent of...
August 5, 2026
Senior Night
School counselors will host Senior Info Night for senior students and families on August 18th.
July 23, 2026
Back-to-School Information to Know
We hope you are enjoying your summer break! To make sure you're ready for the first day of school on Friday, July 31, we have some information to know below! Two Apps to Keep You Connected Parent P...
July 10, 2026
Optional Accident Insurance
As an option for our BCSS families, our school district is making a student accident insurance plan available for students at a low cost.
July 7, 2026
Save the Date: Class of 2027 Graduation
Dear Rising Seniors and Families, I hope you are all enjoying your summer break so far. While we are still two months away from the start of the next school year, I wanted to share an important upd...
June 5, 2026
Thank You, BCSS Families
BCSS Families, As we close the school year, I want to take a moment to reflect and appreciate the incredible progress we have made together as a school system and community. With your support and t...
May 22, 2026
2026 Summer Resources
Access all your essential summer resources in one place! Find transcripts, driver’s license paperwork, summer meal information, and more.
May 21, 2026
Board Briefs: May 2026
Scroll for a summary of the May 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Finances & Infrastructure Salary Study Update The Barrow County Board of Education continues to show gratitude and commitme...
May 15, 2026
2026 AP Honor Schools
Congratulations to Apalachee High School, Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy, and Winder-Barrow High School for being recognized as Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools by the Georgia Department of Edu
May 12, 2026
2026 Summer Camps
Learn more about the variety of summer camp opportunities available through Barrow County School System.
May 11, 2026
WBHS Senior Angel Barrios Bohorquez Named NEGA RESA Exemplary English Learner
Barrow County School System is proud to recognize Angel Barrios Bohorquez, a senior at Winder‑Barrow High School, as the NEGA RESA Exemplary English Learner.
May 4, 2026
2026 Senior Honors Night
The program is invitation only and Seniors should check their school email for an invitation from Mr. Peppers in counseling, or stop in and check the list in the counseling office.
May 1, 2026
5 Things to Know for May 2026
5 Things to Know for May 1) End of School Reminders Please remember to pick up any medications, return all library books, and pay any remaining balances or close student accounts if your child will...
May 1, 2026
WBHS Athletic Director/Assistant Principal
WBHS Families, Please join me in welcoming Mr. Delvin Jordan as a new Assistant Principal and Athletic Director for WBHS, starting with the 2026-2027 school year. Mr. Jordan has nine years of exper...
April 29, 2026
Lyles to Join Winder-Barrow High Team as Assistant Principal
Winder-Barrow High School is happy to have Ysheena Lyles join the administration team as Assistant Principal, starting with the 2026-2027 school year.
April 17, 2026
Board Briefs: April 2026
Scroll for a summary of the April 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Finances & Infrastructure Salary Supplement for All BCSS Staff Thank you to the Board of Education for approving a salary...
April 17, 2026
RISING SENIORS! CADY is looking for Ambassadors!
Want a FREE Elite Senior Photo Session with ALL your digital images included? CADY is looking for Ambassadors.
April 13, 2026
5 Things to Know for April 2026
5 Things to Know for April 1) Spring Break Spring Break is on the other side of this weekend! Our buildings will be closed from April 6–10. We wish you all a wonderful break and look forward to see...
April 2, 2026
2026 GaDOE Scholar Program Honoree
Congratulations to Winder‑Barrow High School senior Josie McElhannon for being recognized as one of only 162 graduating seniors in the state of Georgia to earn this honor.
April 1, 2026
Sophomore Seminar Information
School counselors will host Sophomore Seminar during school April 2 and 3.
March 26, 2026
WBHS 2026 LGPE Results
Winder-Barrow High School’s band program delivered an exceptional showing at this year’s Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE).
March 17, 2026
BCSS Student Art Showcase
Celebrate with us on your school’s Spotlight Night! See the dates & times below to know when your school’s art teacher will be at the BCSS art show. If that date/time doesn’t work for you, plea...
March 9, 2026
Board Briefs: March 2026
Read below for a summary of the March 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Academics & Student Success Dual Enrollment Opportunities BCSS Career Technical Agricultural Education Director and S...
March 6, 2026
Cap & Gown Portraits & Products Available Now
🎓Class of 2026, Cap & Gown portraits and exclusive products are now available to view and purchase! Follow the link to view and order yours today. cady.com/26capgown
February 27, 2026
Junior Meetings
School counselors met with Juniors during the seminar on Feb 10-11. Now Juniors need to create their Junior Meeting appointment with their counselor. Here they will discuss graduation information a...
February 10, 2026
2025-2026 Bright Ideas Grants
Thank you to our District Partner in Education Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) for their continued support of our schools! For the 2025-2026 school year, all five BCSS middle schools ...
February 9, 2026
Board Briefs: February 2026
Read below for a summary of the February 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Academics & Student Success It's Time to Apply for the Pre-K Lottery! The BCSS Pre-K Lottery application window is...
February 6, 2026
S.O.U.Per Bowl
The annual S.O.U.PER Bowl Competition is underway! This district-wide event supports the Barrow Food Pantry in serving Barrow County. The top elementary, middle, and high school SOUPer Bowl winning...
February 5, 2026
Senior FASFA Completion Event
WBHS school counselors welcome senior students and guardians to attend FAFSA Completion Night on Feb. 11 from 6-7pm in the media center. Financial Aid experts will be on campus to assist with the a...
February 2, 2026
Junior Seminar
Attention Juniors! Please join us on February 10-11 to learn more about graduation and Junior meeting sign-ups.
February 2, 2026
2026 BCSS Parent Comprehensive Needs Assessment Survey
Please complete this survey as part of our annual needs assessment. Your feedback is valuable to school and district improvement planning processes for the 2026-2027 school year. This form will be ...
February 2, 2026
2026-27 Teacher of the Year Finalists!
Congratulations to our 2026-27 Teacher of the Year finalists: Dr. Bailey Mr. Lankford Mrs. Chisholm We are proud of each of you!
January 28, 2026
Teacher of the Year Finalists
We are excited to announce that Dr. Bailey, Mr. Lankford, and Mrs. Chisholm are our 2026 Teacher of the Year nominees!
January 22, 2026
2026 STAR Student
Congratulations Josie McElhannon! She is our 2026 WBHS STAR student. Josie chose Dr. Ashley Floyd as the 2026 STAR Teacher! They will be honored by the Barrow Chamber of Commerce in February along ...
January 22, 2026
2026 Valedictorian & Salutatorian
Congratulations to our Class of 2026 Valedictorian, Shelley Kindon, and Salutatorian, Milton Hernandez-Sanchez!
January 22, 2026
2026 STAR Students and STAR Teachers
Congratulations to our 2026 STAR Students and their selected STAR Teachers! STAR Students: Seth Johnson, Apalachee High School Keely Schmook, Barrow Arts & Sciences Academy Josie McElhannon, Wi...
January 22, 2026
2026 District Spelling Bee
Congratulations to Hailey Zuniga, a 7th grader from Russell Middle School, for winning the Barrow County School System 2026 District Spelling Bee!The runner-up is Jude Bastedo, a 8th grader from Ar...
January 16, 2026
Board Briefs: January 2026
Read below for a summary of the January 2026 BCSS Board of Education Meeting. Academics & Student Success Mid-Year Safety Update The Board of Education received a mid-year review on key school ...
January 9, 2026
5 Things to Know for January 2026
5 Things to Know BCSS Family, here are five things to know as we start a new month! 1) Lottery Application Windows The BCSS Pre-K Program will begin accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Pre-K L...
January 6, 2026
BCSS Attendance Policy
We value the health and safety of our students and staff and are closely monitoring the flu situation. Our current attendance policy (below) is based on state law and allows for these types of situ...
January 6, 2026
2025 District Technology Competition
145 of Barrow’s best, brightest, and boldest students competed in the school system’s sixth annual Student Technology Competition on December 11, 2025. These students presented 114 projects nominat...
January 6, 2026
Welcome Back
Dear BCSS Family, I hope this message finds you and your loved ones refreshed and rejuvenated after a restful Winter Break. As we welcome students and staff back to our schools, I want to take a mo...
January 5, 2026
2026-2031 Strategic Plan Community Feedback Update
The thoughtful and engaging process continues to develop the Barrow County School System’s 2026-2031 Strategic Plan. On Monday, December 8, 2025, a planning team meeting made up of school system st...
December 5, 2025
BCSS Board Briefs - December 2025
Academics & Student Success Student Calendars Approved for 2026-2027 & 2027-2028 The Barrow County Board of Education approved the student calendars for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school y...
December 3, 2025
BCSS Board Briefs - November 2025
Academics & Student Success Student Calendars for 2026-2027 & 2027-2028 Drafts of the Student Calendars for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years are now posted to eBoard for public review. ...
November 5, 2025
Please Join Us: Strategic Plan Community Meeting Oct. 27
Be a part of writing the next chapters for the Barrow County School System.We are now crafting our next Strategic Plan that will help guide us during the 2026-2031 school years. Strategic planning ...
October 17, 2025
BCSS Board Briefs - October 2025
Academics & Student Success 2025 BCSS Graduation Rate Reaches Record High 92.7% Congratulations to the Barrow County School System Class of 2025 for achieving the highest graduation rate in BCS...
October 15, 2025