Bedford City
School District
#Bearcats
#Achievement
#Inspired
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Welcome
Bedford City School District: Inspiring everyone, every day, to achieve excellence.
The Bedford City School District serves approximately 30,000 residents across the communities of Bedford, Bedford Heights, Oakwood Village, and Walton Hills Village, with nearly 3,000 students enrolled.
Our commitment to academic excellence spans from our gold-rated preschool to career technical education programs in fields such as cyber security and Fire EMT, alongside College Credit Plus offerings.
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Pride
We take pride in our community and the legacy we build together. We believe in empowering our students to reach their fullest potential, celebrating their achievements, and learning from every experience. We honor our current, past, and future BEARCATS!
Responsive
We know that educational needs are always changing. We strive to have the latest tools and programs that provide our students with the best opportunities for success, in a cost-effective way.
Achievement
We create a supportive atmosphere where students and staff can thrive and reach their aspirations. We focus on nurturing unique talents and interests, empowering everyone to pursue and attain their personal and academic goals.
Opportunity
We are dedicated to providing various opportunities that empower every student to explore their passions and grow through unique experiences. We believe in fostering each child’s journey, encouraging them to pursue their interests and develop the skills they need to thrive in their own way.
Community
We are the proud educational heart of Bedford, Bedford Heights, Oakwood Village, and Walton Hills. We work collaboratively in an open and transparent way to ensure the best outcomes for our students.
WE ARE ALL BEARCATS!
Academics
We believe today’s students are the foundation of tomorrow’s community. We are dedicated to understanding and addressing the distinctive needs of each student as we strive for educational excellence. Our robust curriculum and opportunities for student achievement grow every year.
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Building a Brighter Future
Our Facilities Plan
A committee of residents, staffers, parents and community and business leaders studied the district's needs for seven months, ultimately recommending:
- A new high school with expanded career tech offerings on the current high school site
- A new 6-8 school on the Chanel site
- A new PK-2 school on the Heskett site, and reprogramming the existing Heskett building to serve grades 3-5
- A new 3-5 school on the Columbus site is recommended in the future
- Demolish existing Carylwood Intermediate
- Demolish existing Central Primary
- Demolish Glendale Primary
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