Barrow County Schools Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Facility

The school system is opening Bear Creek Middle School for the 2013-14 school year.

What You Need to Know to Get Free School Supplies for Your Child

The Back to School Bash, an event during which parents can obtain free school supplies, will be held Tuesday.

What Do You Need to Register Your Child for Kindergarten?

There are some necessary documents you'll need to register.

Back to School in Barrow: Bell Schedules

Find out what time classes at high schools, middle and elementary schools start and end.

Former Winder-Barrow Junior ROTC Commander Fired

The U.S. Army Cadet Command in Fort Knox has since launched an investigation.

How To Use Barrow Patch This School Year

Here are five things principals, educators, PTA members, parents and students should know about posting on Patch.

Parents of Westside Middle School Students: Attend Open House/Registration Early

Choose from one of two locations the evening of Aug. 1.

Back to School in Barrow: What You Should Know for the 2013-14 School Year

Find out what supplies your child will need, what the school system calendar looks like and more.

Back to School in Barrow: What You Should Know for the 2013-14 School Year

Students will return to class Wednesday, Aug. 7.

Vote for One of Five Names Proposed for the New Career Academy

The Barrow County School System is conducting a survey to name the facility, which is set to open in August 2014.

UGA's $2.1 Billion Economic Impact Extends to Barrow

The university also accounted for more than 22,000 jobs.

Statham Resident Named to University's Dean's List

Congratulations to John Arias Beach!

Barrow Student Places First for Grade Level in Young Georgia Authors Writing Contest

The contest is hosted by the Georgia Council of Teachers of English and the Georgia Department of Education.

Help Name the New Barrow County Schools Career Academy

The school system is conducting a survey to name the facility, which is set to open in August 2014.

Barrow County Schools to Receive Six-Cent Reimbursement for Each School Lunch Served

The school system became eligible to apply for the reimbursements after implementing new federal guidelines for meals this past school year.

Barrow County Schools Announces Hiring of New Elementary School Principal

The school system welcomes Mindy Higgins, who was previously employed in Indiana, to its administrative ranks.

How Did Barrow County Schools Fare on State's New School Report Card?

Georgia Department of Education releases new performance indicator.

'Cut Loose' This Weekend with Apalachee High School

See the musical "Footloose" Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

Three Barrow Students Named Finalists for Governor’s Honors Program

The students are among 690 finalists chosen from almost 3,000 students across Georgia.

Georgia's First Lady Sandra Deal Visits Local Elementary School

The visit was part of the first lady's Read Across Georgia initiative.

Winder Resident Named University of Georgia President's Chief of Staff

“I am honored and humbled to be chosen for this important role,” Kathy Pharr said.

Support Apalachee High School Band by Shopping a Yard Sale This Weekend

Kick off yard sale season by supporting the Marching Cats.

Barrow County Educator Finalist for 2014 Georgia Teacher of the Year

Brandon Mitchell is one of 10 finalists for the recognition.

Barrow County Just Down the Road from 'Amazing But Overlooked' School

The Daily Beast says Athens' music scene makes the University of Georgia one of 25 colleges deserving more attention.

Area Seventh Grader Kajal Patel Loses Battle with Immune Disorder

Athens Academy students are wearing red Tuesday in honor of the seventh grader's memory.

School System Calendar for 2013-14 Approved

The 170-day calendar includes an Aug. 7 start date and a full fall break.

New University of Georgia President Confirmed

Jere Morehead will officially replace UGA President Michael Adams on July 1, according to a news release.

Congratulations to Beverly Amoah, Barrow County Schools' Spelling Bee Champion

The spelling bee, held Friday, Feb. 1, lasted 15 rounds before the Kennedy Elementary School fifth grader was named the winner after correctly spelling the word paucity.

Schools to Conduct Lockdown Drills Throughout Day

Drill times will be staggered and should last about 30 minutes.

Haymon-Morris Drama Students Taking Stage in 'Beauty and the Beast Jr.'

See the show today and Friday at the Winder Cultural Arts Center.

Barrow County Schools Science Fair is Today

Projects by 40 students can be viewed at the Barrow County Schools Professional Development Center and Central Offices.

Winder Police: Security Measures Remain in Place at Barrow Schools

According to a news release, the Winder Police Department, Barrow County Schools and the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office collaborated this past weekend to review those security measures.

Two Barrow County Parents Nominated for State Award

A third parent from Barrow County is serving on the State School Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Committee.

Barrow County Board of Education to Meet this Evening

Read what's on the agenda.

Georgia Charter Schools Amendment: What Will My Vote Mean?

Tuesday's ballot includes a Georgia constitutional amendment to re-establish a state commission to approve charter schools. Your job is to decide if that's a good idea.

Winder Barrow Middle Named to State’s ‘Reward Schools’ List

Barrow County School among those selected as "High Progress Schools."

Friday Night Lights: Apalachee and Winder Barrow Looking for a 'W'

The Apalachee Wildcats take on the Heritage Patriots while the WBHS Bulldoggs host Clarke Central and celebrate their place as the High Five Sports Team of the Week.

Saturday Scorecard: Winder-Barrow Breaks Losing Streak

It was indeed the night of the Underdogg! Winder-Barrow breaks losing streak with victory over Cedar Shoals. Other than that, no surprises last night in the final scores from Barrow, Walton, Oconee and Clarke County High Schools

Friday Night Lights for Oct. 26, 2012: The Bigger They Are ...

In the wake of last week's upset of George Walton Academy, the stage could be set for a few surprises tonight. Could this be the night of the underdog(g)?

Saturday Scorecard for Oct 20, 2012: Apalachee Wins, Winder-Barrow Falls to Loganville and Bethlehem Christian Ties

Final Scores for schools in Barrow, Clarke, Oconee and Walton counties.