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.
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.
NEW YORK STATE ASSESSMENTS - NYS Assessment information for ELA, Math, and Science is available for parents/guardians to read at the link provided.
BOGO SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR - The Barker PTO sponsored BOGO Scholastic Book Fair will take place Tuesday, April 18th - Friday, April 21st. Set up your child's e-wallet from the Scholastic homepage. For more information, visit the BCS PTO Scholastic Book Fair webpage.
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
PAPER - The Barker Central School District has partnered with Paper to provide all 7th-12th grade students with free 1-on-1 tutoring and writing support. We have a special PAPER webpage available on our site with links and information. If a student needs assistance with homework assignments, concept clarification, revising typed writing assignments or preparing for exams, Paper is available 24/7 by clicking on the link.
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
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
Students & Families - Please see the information below regarding access Google Classroom Classes:
Click Here to Read the Letter From Mr. Carter on How to Access Google Classroom Classes
On the left-hand side of the home page, under "Site Shortcuts" you will find a link titled "BCS Email/ O365 Portal." Click on that link.
Below is the Barker Central School District's plan for operations in the event of a declared public health emergency involving a communicable disease as of March 8, 2021.
Below is the link to the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH):
Below is the link to the Niagara County Department of Health (NCDOH):
Below is the link to the Center for Disease Contral (CDC):
Generous donations and sponsorship from Women United of United Way of Greater Niagara provide clothing and hygiene needs.
Mini pies also awarded to students who found Einstein.
Looking for creative and school appropriate student participation.
March Students of the Month recognition now posted.
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.
11:00 AM Varsity Baseball vs. Pembroke
11:00 AM JV & Varsity Softball @ Lyndonville
11:00 AM Varsity Baseball vs. CSAT
11:00 AM JV & Varsity Softball vs. CSAT
5:00 PM JV Baseball vs. CSAT
11:00 AM Varsity Softball vs. Pembroke
11:00 AM JV & Varsity Softball vs. Elba