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08/28/2026

Before the CNC machine ever cuts the material, students can see designs come to life on the screen. 💻⚙️

Students in the PIE Center Machining program are using Titans of CNC Machining educational blueprints to practice programming parts in Fusion 360. The screen shows the computer simulating the toolpath, allowing students to see how the CNC machine will move before the actual machining begins.

It’s one step in learning the CAD/CAM process, and a great example of how students are building real-world machining skills through hands-on practice.

08/26/2026

BCHS FFA Alumni & Supporters !

Sharing this opportunity from Bradley Central High School FFA for all FFA alumni and supporters!

Even if you only took one agriculture class, you’re invited. Alumni from other schools are welcome too, and they can help you get an Alumni chapter started in your area.

📅 September 15
📍 Bradley High Agriculture Department — by the greenhouses
🍖 BBQ meal provided

Come catch up with old classmates and friends, learn more about the FFA Alumni reorganization efforts, and enjoy some fellowship!

Alumni (even if you just took one Ag Class) and Supporter,
Call your friends, classmates and anyone who supports the FFA. We would like to welcome you even if you are from another school (we will help you in planning to get your Alumni chapter going). This is an informal meeting just to update everyone on where we stand in our reorganization efforts. We will have a BBQ meal provided by one of the member's family and the Chapter. Bradley High Agriculture Department (by the greenhouses). Come catchup with each other and enjoy the fellowship!!

08/03/2026

Another outstanding achievement by one of our Agriculture students! Congratulations, Ruby Land, on winning Reserve Grand Champion Southdown Ewe at Regions. We're proud of you! 🐑

Congratulations to Ruby Land for winning Reserve Grand Champion Southdown Ewe at regions! Way to go Ruby!

08/03/2026

Way to go, Brody! 🎉 Congratulations on an incredible performance at the East TN Junior Sheep Show, including Supreme Champion Breeding Ewe! We are proud of all you've accomplished and can't wait to cheer you on at the State Expo. 🐑

Congratulations to Brody Burgiss on bringing home the title of Supreme Champion Breeding Ewe at the East TN Junior Sheep Show! He also was first place in both market lamb and commercial ewe premier exhibitor, 2nd place in showmanship and 2nd place in skilathon! Good luck at state expo in a few weeks!

07/20/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Bradley Central graduate Makayla Broome!

Bradley County Schools is proud to celebrate Makayla Broome, the inaugural recipient of Lee University's Aspiring Educator of the Year Scholarship. As a graduate of Bradley Central High School's Teaching as a Profession (TAP) program, Makayla will attend Helen DeVos College of Education - Lee University this fall to pursue a degree in Elementary Education.

Makayla's recognition is a testament to the impact of our Teaching as a Profession pathway, where students gain hands-on classroom experience, develop leadership skills, and discover what it means to make a difference through education. Programs like TAP are preparing the next generation of teachers by giving students meaningful opportunities to explore the profession before they graduate high school.

Congratulations, Makayla! Your future classroom is lucky to have you. 🍎

07/09/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Shanna Cochran to the Bradley County Schools CTE Career Team as our new College Career Access Coordinator!

Shanna brings a wealth of experience in high school guidance counseling and a deep commitment to helping students achieve their postsecondary goals. She currently serves as the Board of Directors Chair for the Tennessee School Counselors Association, demonstrating her leadership and dedication to student success across our state.

We are excited to have Shanna join our team as we continue expanding opportunities for students to explore careers, plan for the future, and successfully transition to college, career, and beyond.

06/11/2026

The impact of a great CTE teacher extends far beyond the classroom.

Congratulations to Rob Parker, BCHS Collision Repair instructor, on being selected as one of 50 finalists nationwide for the 2026 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence. His dedication to teaching industry skills, building student confidence, and preparing students for successful futures is evident every day.

We are incredibly proud of this well-deserved recognition. Congratulations, Mr. Parker!

*** 🏆BIG NEWS!!!🏆 ***

Mr. Rob Parker, BCHS Collision Repair teacher, has been selected as one of 50 finalists for the….

🚘2026 HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS FOR SCHOOLS Prize for Teaching Excellence🚖

This award honors excellent teaching in skilled trades education in U.S. public high schools!!!!

Mr. Parker is now in the running for one of 25 prizes totaling $2 million, which will be awarded in Fall 2026!!

Congratulations, Mr. Parker!!! Thank you for all you
do for the students of Bradley Central High School! 🖤🐻💛

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05/20/2026

What an amazing year of Career Exploration in Bradley County Schools elementary schools! 🌟

These pictures are just a small highlight of the many opportunities our elementary students experienced during the 2025–2026 school year. Across our schools, students have been exposed to so many hands-on activities that help them explore interests, learn about careers, and connect what they are learning in the classroom to the real world.

From Junior Achievement JA BizTown, Career Days, guest speakers, PIE Center visits, and 5th Grade Shadow Day, to STEM activities like the PIE TO GO STEM Bus, STEM in the Gym, Chemical Education Foundation “Be a Chemist” Challenges, A/V Morning Shows, PAT Clubs, greenhouse projects, and so much more, our schools are doing an incredible job creating meaningful experiences for students at an early age.

One of the best parts is seeing students engaged, excited, and already beginning to think about their future. These opportunities help students build confidence, teamwork, communication, creativity, and problem-solving skills while exposing them to careers and possibilities they may have never considered before.

We are so proud of the work happening in our elementary schools and thankful for the teachers, administrators, and community partners who help make these experiences possible for our students every day.

Junior Achievement of the Ocoee Region CEF in STEM PIE Innovation CenterWalker Valley High SchoolBradley Central High School Bradley Cleveland Public Education Foundation Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce

05/14/2026

🥳We are very excited to celebrate our Lake Forest Middle School and Ocoee Middle School Career Technical Student Organizations HOSA and SkillsUSA at the Bradley County Schools May Board Meeting.

🎉 Bradley County Schools had 21 students attend and compete at the TN State Leadership Conference and 21 students left with medals, 🥇13 Gold,🥈 7 Silver, and 🥉1 Bronze!

🏆Thank you to our CTE teachers Emily Wilson Tucker, Janie Holland, Jami O'Ellis Thomason, and Michael DelBonis for investing in the students.

05/14/2026

What an amazing two days of 5th Grade Shadow Day at Bradley Central High School and Walker Valley High School 🎉

5th grade students from across all Bradley County Schools elementary schools had the opportunity to visit feeder high schools and experience career exploration in a fun and engaging way. Students were placed into small groups based on their interest survey results and immersed in the program of study that matched their career interests.

Throughout the day, students participated in hands-on mini lessons and interactive activities designed to give them a real glimpse into different Programs of Study and career pathways. Students also explored the CTE Fair, where they learned about a wide variety of Career & Technical Education opportunities. From healthcare and culinary arts to engineering, agriculture, criminal justice, and more, students were able to begin connecting their interests to future career possibilities.

A huge thank you to the teachers, staff, student ambassadors, and administrators at both schools who helped make this experience so meaningful for our future Bears and Mustangs!