October 9, 2026
Fall Festival
🍁🐻💙 ATTENTION ALL LOCAL VENDORS! 💙🐻🍁Burke County High School is looking for vendors for our 2026 FALL FESTIVAL! 🎉We are inviting food trucks, small businesses, craft vendors, boutiques, and communi...
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October 7, 2026
Calling all future doctors and scientists! 🐻
Check out our master list of Biology and Medical Summer Programs. Gain hands-on lab or clinical experience—many are free or even pay a stipend! 👉 Click here to explore the programs: https://docs.go...
October 7, 2026
Important Reminder: Student Pickup Guidelines & Safety Procedures
Dear BCPS Families,The safety and security of our students is always our highest priority. To help us ensure every child goes home safely each day, please take a moment to review our pickup procedu...
September 30, 2026
COMMON APP - make applying to multiple colleges easier!
🎓 SENIOR PARENTS: NOW IS THE TIME TO START THE COMMON APP! What is the Common App? Common App is an online college application that allows students to apply to multiple colleges and universities us...
September 22, 2026
SEE YOU AT THE POLE IS TOMORROW!
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28“Come to Me” (from Matthew 11:28) is the theme for See You at the Pole™ 2026. Wednesday, September 23, student...
September 17, 2026
BCHS Celebrates National Arts in Education Week
The Burke County High School Fine Arts Department was honored to welcome Mayor Jones of Waynesboro to BCHS! Mayor Jones presented an official proclamation recognizing National Arts in Education Wee...
September 16, 2026
Superintendent Announces Retirement
Superintendent Announces Retirement After Years of Dedicated Service to BCPSOn Tuesday, September 15, 2026, during the monthly Board of Education meeting, superintendent Dr. Angela Williams announc...
Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year!
Dr. Justin Durham
Principal
Welcome to Burke County High School! I am Dr. Justin Durham, and I am honored to serve as your principal. Returning to Burke County High School is truly a privilege, and I am excited to partner with our students, families, faculty, staff, and community for a successful school year.
As I begin my 21st year in education, I remain committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed. At Burke County High School, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment where students are prepared to be successfully enrolled, employed, and/or enlisted after graduation.
We believe that student success is built through strong partnerships between home and school. I encourage you to stay engaged, communicate with us, and become an active part of the Burke County High School family. If you ever have questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Together, let’s make the 2026–2027 school year one of excellence, growth, and achievement.
Go Bears!
Dr. Justin Durham
Principal
Burke County High School
Both new student registration and annual returning student updates may be completed online. The online returning student annual verification process replaces all of the paper forms that have traditionally been sent home at the beginning of each school year and ensures the information is updated in a more timely manner.
NEW STUDENTS
Online registration is for NEW students enrolling in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade.
RETURNING STUDENTS
Burke County Public Schools requires all parents/legal guardians of returning students to complete an online Student Information Update.
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We offer a range of programs, including special education, English language development, gifted education, and counseling services to support diverse student needs.
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Safety is our top priority. We have secure campus entry points, regular emergency drills, and on-site staff trained in emergency response. Our visitor management system ensures that all guests are signed in and monitored.
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Our elementary school day typically begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m., with after-school programs available for families needing extended care.
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Registration is straightforward and can be done online or in person at the school office. Required documents include proof of residence, birth certificate, and immunization records.
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We welcome family involvement! Parents can volunteer in classrooms, join the PTA, participate in family nights, or attend school events. Your involvement strengthens our school community and supports your child's learning experience.
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Technology is integrated to enhance learning, with resources such as interactive whiteboards, tablets, and educational software that support students' digital literacy and engagement.
