As the new school year begins, it’s important to have all the essential details at your fingertips. In this article, you’ll find everything you need to start the year off smoothly, from key dates to important updates within the Bedford City School District. Whether you’re a returning family or new to the community, this guide will help ensure you and your students are prepared for a successful start. Need to enroll? It’s not too late! Click here.

It’s also important to remember to watch for stopped school buses and children walking to school. As always, be aware of your surroundings and be sure to stop for buses when required.


Preschool

2025/26 School Year Preschool Application

Central Primary

8/20 | Central’s KRA Screening | 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
8/20 | Central’s Open House for 1st & 2nd Grade | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
8/21 | Central’s KRA Screening | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
8/25 | Central’s A-L Kindergarten Orientation & Open House | 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM
8/26 | Central’s M-Z Kindergarten Open House & Orientation | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Glendale Primary

8/20 | Glendale’s KRA Screening | 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
8/20 | Glendale’s Open House for 1st & 2nd Grade | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
8/21 | Glendale’s KRA Screening | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
8/25 | Glendale’s A-L Kindergarten Orientation & Open House | 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM
8/26 | Glendale’s M-Z Kindergarten Open House & Orientation | 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM

Carylwood Intermediate

8/20 | Carylwood Open House: | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Columbus Intermediate

8/20 | Columbus Open House | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Heskett Middle School

8/20 | Heskett’s Open House | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Bedford High School

8/6 | High School Senior Portrait Day- By Appointment Only | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
8/7 | High School Senior Portrait Day- By Appointment Only | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
8/12 | High School Freshmen Orientation AM Session | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
8/12 | High School Freshmen Orientation- PM Session | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
8/25 | High School Underclass Picture Day | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM