May/June Events

Happy Principal Appreciation Day to Dr. Ruffin!
Thank you for everything you do for Tar Heel School each day. Your leadership, support, and dedication to our students, staff, and families make a difference that does not go unnoticed. We appreciate the time, heart, and hard work you pour into making THS the best it can be.
Tar Heel School is better because of you. We appreciate you! ❤️🖤🤍

FYI

Year books! Orders are due April 17th. Limited number available, get your orders in now!

🎉 Big News — Our New Website is Almost Here!
We're launching our brand-new website this week and we can't wait for you to see it! You may notice the site is currently down as we put the finishing touches on everything — it'll be back up soon! As we make the transition, we appreciate your patience as we get everything up and running smoothly.
In the meantime, download our app to stay connected and up to date with everything happening in our district! 📲
We're launching our brand-new website this week and we can't wait for you to see it! You may notice the site is currently down as we put the finishing touches on everything — it'll be back up soon! As we make the transition, we appreciate your patience as we get everything up and running smoothly.
In the meantime, download our app to stay connected and up to date with everything happening in our district! 📲
☀️Wishing everyone a fun, restful, and safe Spring Break! 🌸

💙 Tomorrow (Thursday, April 2) is Autism Awareness Day, and we're showing our support by wearing BLUE! We invite all students and staff to join us in celebrating and honoring the incredible individuals in our community on the autism spectrum. Together, we can build a more understanding, inclusive, and compassionate school for everyone. See you in blue tomorrow! 💙
#AutismAwarenessDay
#AutismAwarenessDay

Our 8th grade and Leader in Me students had an unforgettable learning experience during their recent field trip to the North Carolina Zoo! 🐘🌿
Students explored animals from both North America and Africa while observing the diverse ecosystems each species calls home. From watching elephants roam to spotting native wildlife, students were actively engaged in making real-world connections to what they’ve been learning in the classroom.
This incredible opportunity was made possible thanks to the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Learning Happens Here Field Trip Fund, helping bring learning to life beyond the classroom!
#NCLearningHappensHere
Students explored animals from both North America and Africa while observing the diverse ecosystems each species calls home. From watching elephants roam to spotting native wildlife, students were actively engaged in making real-world connections to what they’ve been learning in the classroom.
This incredible opportunity was made possible thanks to the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Learning Happens Here Field Trip Fund, helping bring learning to life beyond the classroom!
#NCLearningHappensHere




Spring Picture Day
Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Students will have the opportunity to take their Spring Photos during the school day.
Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Students will have the opportunity to take their Spring Photos during the school day.

BCS Families—
Due to the threat of severe weather in our area and out of an abundance of caution, Bladen County Schools will transition to an asynchronous remote learning day for students and an optional workday for staff tomorrow, Monday, March 16.
Asynchronous learning means that students will work independently on assignments that teachers have either posted in Canvas or Google Classroom.
Staff will receive information about the optional workday from their supervisors later this evening.
All after-school events and activities are cancelled for Monday, March 16. Additionally, the special-called Board of Education meeting scheduled for Monday has been postponed until Tuesday, March 17, at 6:30 PM.
Thank you and please stay safe.
Due to the threat of severe weather in our area and out of an abundance of caution, Bladen County Schools will transition to an asynchronous remote learning day for students and an optional workday for staff tomorrow, Monday, March 16.
Asynchronous learning means that students will work independently on assignments that teachers have either posted in Canvas or Google Classroom.
Staff will receive information about the optional workday from their supervisors later this evening.
All after-school events and activities are cancelled for Monday, March 16. Additionally, the special-called Board of Education meeting scheduled for Monday has been postponed until Tuesday, March 17, at 6:30 PM.
Thank you and please stay safe.

We are incredibly proud of our Tar Heel Junior Beta Club members for their hard work and achievements at the Beta Club Convention! These students represented our school with pride, demonstrating leadership, dedication, and excellence throughout the event.
Their commitment to achievement, character, leadership, and service continues to make our school community proud. Way to go, Panthers! 🐾
👏 Join us in celebrating the success of our Junior Beta students for representing Tar Heel School so well!
Their commitment to achievement, character, leadership, and service continues to make our school community proud. Way to go, Panthers! 🐾
👏 Join us in celebrating the success of our Junior Beta students for representing Tar Heel School so well!


We are incredibly proud of our Tar Heel Elementary Beta Club members for their outstanding performance at the Beta Club Convention! Their hard work, leadership, and dedication were on full display as they represented our school with excellence.
These students continue to show what it means to lead through achievement, character, leadership, and service. We are proud of the way they represented Tar Heel School and our community.
👏 Join us in congratulating these amazing students on their success!
These students continue to show what it means to lead through achievement, character, leadership, and service. We are proud of the way they represented Tar Heel School and our community.
👏 Join us in congratulating these amazing students on their success!

Thank you for you attention to this matter.


⚾🥎 Tar Heel Panthers Baseball & Softball – 2026 Season 🥎⚾
Congratulations to the student-athletes who earned a spot on this year’s Tar Heel Panthers Baseball and Softball teams! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have paid off, and we are excited to watch you compete this season.
See Schedule Below:
Congratulations to the student-athletes who earned a spot on this year’s Tar Heel Panthers Baseball and Softball teams! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have paid off, and we are excited to watch you compete this season.
See Schedule Below:



Tonights Basketball Games will feature the following:
- 8th-grade recognition
- Homecoming
8th-grade recognition will take place immediately following the girls' game. Homecoming King and Queen crowning will take place at halftime of the boys' game.
Thank you, and we hope to see you here! Admission is $6.
- 8th-grade recognition
- Homecoming
8th-grade recognition will take place immediately following the girls' game. Homecoming King and Queen crowning will take place at halftime of the boys' game.
Thank you, and we hope to see you here! Admission is $6.
We want to send a HUGE thank you to Woodmen of the World for generously donating lunch to our staff at Tar Heel School today! 🍽️💙
Your support means so much to our teachers and staff who work hard every day for our students. We truly appreciate your generosity and your continued investment in our school community.
Your support means so much to our teachers and staff who work hard every day for our students. We truly appreciate your generosity and your continued investment in our school community.

BCS Families—
📅 Calendar Update: Thursday, February 26th will now be a NO SCHOOL day for students (currently scheduled as a half day). Staff will use this day for professional collaboration.
Please mark your calendars with this change!.
📅 Calendar Update: Thursday, February 26th will now be a NO SCHOOL day for students (currently scheduled as a half day). Staff will use this day for professional collaboration.
Please mark your calendars with this change!.

Come out and join us!

Game day tomorrow!
Come out and support the teams!
Come out and support the teams!

BCS Families—
Bladen County Schools will operate on a 2 hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. While, road conditions have significantly improved, the National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for our area due to the possibility of freezing rain overnight. Therefore, out of an abundance of caution all Bladen County Schools and departments will operate on a 2 hour delay tomorrow.
If overnight or early morning conditions require a change to the delay, a decision will be made by 7 am.
We appreciate your cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff. We encourage everyone to closely monitor all communication channels for additional updates and look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning.
Bladen County Schools will operate on a 2 hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. While, road conditions have significantly improved, the National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for our area due to the possibility of freezing rain overnight. Therefore, out of an abundance of caution all Bladen County Schools and departments will operate on a 2 hour delay tomorrow.
If overnight or early morning conditions require a change to the delay, a decision will be made by 7 am.
We appreciate your cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff. We encourage everyone to closely monitor all communication channels for additional updates and look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning.

