Vision
To be a leader in bringing out the best in each individual in our community.
Mission
We will provide a school environment that fosters respect, compassion,
tolerance, and nurtures life-long learners who make meaningful contributions
to society.
Foundational Values
• FAMILY - A belief that the health, fulfillment and kinship of family
members is essential to sustenance, satisfaction, stability, and/or legacy.
• INTEGRITY - A sincere commitment to truth, trust and reliability.
• KINDNESS - A commitment to a disposition for pleasantness,
tenderness and consideration towards others.
• HONESTY - A commitment to factual and objective straightforwardness.
• LOVE - Having a deep affection for another (or for others) that causes
one to put their needs ahead of one’s own.
• COMPASSION - Taking into account the feelings and needs of others.
KENNY AWARDS ASSEMBLY & PRESENTATION: All staff and students are invited to attend a special assembly on Monday, June 12th, during 10th period, as the Barker Jr.-Sr. High School cast and crew of Cinderella will be presented with the Kenny Award and $10,000 check for our program.
MRS. LOVE'S INTRODUCTORY LETTER TO BCS COMMUNITY - Barker's new PreK - 12 principal, Mrs. Micaela Love, shares an introductory letter with the community. Click on the links to view the letter or visit her webpage.
The budget vote passed. For more information about all six propositions, please use the link below.
Please click here to see the results from the 2023 Annual Vote
Thank you everyone who came out to support the day!
NEW YORK STATE ASSESSMENTS - NYS Assessment information for ELA, Math, and Science is available for parents/guardians to read at the link provided.
PREK REGISTRATION INFORMATION - PreK registration is now open for the 2023-2024 school year. This program is open to both resident and non-resident students who will be four years of age by December 1, 2023. Click the link to read the letter to families.
SCHOOL BUILDING NOTICES - Keep up with notifications for both Pratt Elementary School & Barker Jr.-Sr. High School by clicking on the link for the desired school.
The results of the December 13, 2022 Capital Improvement Project vote with 230 votes cast are as follows:
Yes: 162
No: 68
Capital Improvement Project Information
Below are links to information to help the community understand the scope of the project, how it would be paid for, and what it could mean for the learning community. If you have any questions when reviewing the information, please do not hesitate to contact the District Office at 716-795-3110.
Summary Banner of Proposed Work
PRATT ELEMENTARY MORNING DROP OFF & AFTERNOON PICK UP PROCEDURE - A letter to remind parents of the morning drop off and afternoon pick up procedure is available by clicking on the link. The letter is accompanied by a campus map for reference.
Please click the links to see some important welcome back to school information.
1.) Welcome Back letter from Superintendent Reimer
2.) Letter from Mary T. Bassett, Commissioner of Health dated 8/22/2022 regarding COVID
Please see the links below for clinic location and information provided by Niagara County Department of Health.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED? - Request school supplies through Youth Mentoring Services of Niagara County by completing the School Supply Request Form. Please submit completed forms to: Youth Mentoring Services of Niagara County, 86 Park Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094.
Niagara County Department of Health COVID Clinic Information as of July 1, 2022
August 31, 2021 - Please see the letter from Superintendent Reimer regarding updated information for the return to school and masking.
Click Here for the letter from Mr. Reimer
Click Here for the Return to School Protocols Framework
August 23, 2021: Please see the letter from Principal Carter regarding important information the Barker learning community needs to know regarding the start of the school year. Click Here
August 20, 2021: Please see the important information from Superintendent Reimer regarding the return to school for in-person learning five days per week as of August 20, 2021. Click Here
Protocols for Asymptomatic/ Postive COVID-19 and Asymptomatic Staff & Students
Please note that the protocol link above and its contents are subject to change as developements occur and the situation changes. As such, please continue to check the website link for the most up to date information on this item.
Please see the presentation presented at the Board of Education Meeting on August 19, 2021 relatied to the opening of school. Click Here: Board of Education Presentation August 19, 2021
Barker Central's Reopening Plan was designed around meeting the requirements set forth by the NYS Department of Health and the NYS Department of Education. There are many limitations and factors from these documents that had to be taken into account while developing the school's plan. Please see below the links to the guidance:
1.) NYSED Guidance
Click Here to Link to the NYS Education Department Guidance
2.) NYSDOH Guidance
Ridge Road Express is looking for bus drivers. Apply at stacareers.com and contact Lynn Walker with questions at 716-795-3816.Click Here for Info
BARKER'S REVISED REOPENING PLAN
Please click on one of the links below to read Barker Central School's Back to School Plan for 2020 - 2021 which is reflective of revisions dated April 19, 2021. If you have any questions regarding the material please contact the school at 716-795-3201
2023 Commencement speakers announced.
Citations presented by Michael J. Norris of the 144th District.
Abigail Heidemann, Lilly Monthony and Catherine Mallon all honored.
May Students of the Month recognition now posted.
Generous donations and sponsorship from Women United of United Way of Greater Niagara provide clothing and hygiene needs.
Check out our graphical slideshow of elementary, high school, and district announcements.
Our channel continues to grow with an archive of older events now available on YouTube.
Tax bill information is available online through Systems East, Inc. Please click on the headline title above for access and payment information.
5:00 PM - 11:30 PM Alumni Association Banquet
2:30 PM Kenny Awards Assembly
2:20 PM - 2:40 PM Pratt Elementary Wave