BCS Virtual Academy

Good evening, BCS families. Our hearts remain with you during this time of healing and recovery. We want to give you an update on the reopening process. While 42 of our 45 ...

We have several important pieces of information to share, including the PSAT, college applications, and AB Tech and NCVPS classes. We know many juniors and some sophomores have...

Here is a working list of resources for BCS families and staff as we recover from Hurricane Helene's widespread impacts. A more comprehensive list of resources can be found in th...

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the outpouring of support from both inside and outside the Buncombe County Schools community has been nothing short of remarkable. Whether you’ve ...

Buncombe County Virtual Academy seniors are now able to use NC College Connect , a simplified college application process. The new pilot program allows qualifying students to byp...

In September of 2023, the North Carolina General Assembly mandated that the Asheville City and Buncombe County school systems jointly study the feasibility of a merger and design...

Buncombe County Schools' theme for the year is “Together We Rise,” which was evident with more than 3,000 BCS team members gathered to mark the return to school with Convocation....

BCS Virtual Academy is excited to begin the 2024-2025 school year in August! Please click on the link below for Orientation & Device pickup. Orientation & Device Pick-up_ Famil...

The Buncombe County Schools Foundation (BCSF) celebrated local educators with a special event on May 7, 2024, held at the scenic North Carolina Governor's Western Residence, which...

In the heart of our school campus, a new initiative has taken root, quite literally. Students in Mr. Peragine's and Mr. Frees' Science classes and beyond have joined hands and sho...

Students, parents, principals, and special guests gathered to celebrate academic achievement at the 2024 Buncombe County Schools Top Scholars Banquet. The event, held April 18, h...

A Buncombe County Schools teacher has been recognized as an innovative, inspirational educator. The North Carolina Association for the Gifted and Talented (NCAGT) named Jennifer...

On a clear Tuesday evening, the huge mechanized telescopes of UNC Asheville’s Lookout Observatory pivoted towards Jupiter’s celestial grandeur. Eager middle schoolers from BCS Vi...

Come join us for the 2024-2025 school year!

Buncombe County Schools (BCS) is proud to host a series of Town Hall meetings that serve as examples of intentional, inclusive decision-making for staff, students, and families. T...

Buncombe County Schools (BCS) employs thousands of extraordinary staff across the district. BCS takes pride in recruiting the best in order to inspire, educate, encourage, and ele...

Congratulations to our mid-year graduates from Buncombe County Schools! Saturday, January 27th at Harrah’s Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville, our students walked the stage and...

In June of 2023, the state legislature revised the law governing elections in BCS. Instead of six residency districts (based on the six high school attendance zones) and one at-la...

Hello, BCS Seniors! Congratulations on all of your accomplishments! As you continue on your educational journey, Buncombe County Schools Foundation is here to help and support yo...

BCS Virtual Academy students got together for some holiday cheer and fun at East Asheville Library! Enjoying the sunny green courtyard, kids and families used a selection of candy...