Please see immediately below for the most current notice regarding COVID cases on campus and protocols. Older notices will be listed after other time sensitive announcements. See "COVID-19 Updates" further down in the center section.
PROTOCOL FOR COVID-19 SYMPTOMS & TESTING - Please click the link to view the New York State Department of Health PreK - Grade 12 COVID-19 Toolkit to help with decision making regarding student attendance and the protocol for a healthcare provider evaluation. BCS DOES NOT ACCEPT HOME TESTS OR "DO IT YOURSELF" TESTS. PCR TEST IS REQUIRED IF SYMPTOMATIC.
SENIOR CLASS HOMECOMING CHICKEN BBQ - The Barker Class of 2022 is sponsoring a chicken BBQ on Friday, October 1st. Tickets are $10. Chicken will be prepared by the Barker Lions Club. Pre-sale tickets are still available. For more information please email Ms. Heather McIntyre, Senior Class Advisor.
Picture Day is coming up on 09/24/2021! Order online at inter-state.com
For Elementary use code: 60297CF
For Jr.-Sr. High School use code: 60277YA
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.
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
Request school supplies by completing this School Supply Request Form. Please submit completed forms to: Youth Mentoring Services of Niagara County, 86 Park Avenue, Lockport NY 14094.
Teen COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Information:
For your information only, if you would like information on and/or are considering the COVID-19 vaccine that is available for your teenager, there is now an online resource (see link below) to the state-run COVID-19 clinics for teens:
https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/
Once you enter a little information, including zip code, the Niagara Falls site should appear and one would be able to see any appointment times still available. Additionally, one can call the NYS COVID Vaccine Hotline at 1-833-697-4829.
This information is also available at: niagaracounty.com if you click on blue/vaccination quick link. The NYS resource (mentioned above) can be found in the light blue section of the NCDOH vaccination webpage.
February 23, 2021 - Please see the link below regarding rules pertaining to spectators at home sporting events per Section VI as of February 24, 2021. Spectators at Home Sporting Events per Section VI
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.
If you would like to join Mr. Carter’s Google classroom for regular updates and information, please navigate to Google Classroom on your device and use the following code to join the class. pasfuy5
Elementary Student Pickup Authorization
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.
COVID-19 Contact Tracing & Testing as of February 3, 2021
Click Here for Key Actions to Take Regarding COVID Symptoms and/or Exposure
Please note that the contact tracing/testing link above and its contents are subject to change as developements occur and the situation changes. As such, please continue to check the website for the most up to date information these matters.
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):
The latest issue of The Banner is now available online and will arrive in District homes the week of August 23rd. The publication includes back-to-school information, athletics hi-lites, and community education information.
Tax bill information is available online through Systems East, Inc. Please click on the headline title above for access and payment information.
