Tar Heel School

📢This morning, in collaboration with the Bladen County Sheriff's Office, our school participated in a lockdown drill.

‼️There was NO emergency. This drill allowed us to practice our lockdown procedures.

Again, there was no emergency situation—all students and staff are safe, and the day is proceeding as scheduled.

📞If you have any questions please call the school office.

7 months ago, Bladen County Schools

We crushed the first month of school at Tar Heel School! ❤️🐾 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Hospitality Club for making it extra special with their hard work and Panther spirit. Here’s to an awesome year ahead! 🙌✨ #PantherPride #TarHeelStrong

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

Celebrating National Principals Month

October is National Principals Month, and we proudly recognize the incredible leadership of our principals. Each day, they balance instruction, operations, community, and culture—all with students at the center.

Their work often happens behind the scenes, but the impact lasts a lifetime. We are deeply grateful for their courage, compassion, and commitment to shaping the future of our schools.

Join us in celebrating and thanking our principals for leading with vision and heart—not just this month, but every day.

7 months ago, Bladen County Schools

Pre-K is learning ALL about colors! Our little learners started with a fun color song to get moving, then went on a scavenger hunt around the classroom to find objects that matched their special color card.

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

Big shoutout to our Tar Heel Boys Soccer team for their victory over Elizabethtown Middle! Way to play hard and bring home the win—Panther Pride all the way! 🐾

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

soccer Big shoutout to our Tar Heel Boys Soccer

⚽ MATCH DAY UPDATE! ⚽
The Tar Heel School Boys’ & Girls’ Soccer matches are still ON!

📍 Location: Tar Heel School
👧 Girls’ Game: 4:00 PM
👦 Boys’ Game: Immediately following
⚔️ Opponent: Elizabethtown Middle

Come out and support our Panthers! 🖤❤️

7 months ago, Tar Heel School

Flyer with a red and black design featuring two soccer players, one in a red and white striped jersey drinking from a bottle and another walking beside them. Text reads: “Tar Heel School Boy’s and Girl’s Soccer – MATCH DAY. Tuesday, September 30th, 2025. Location: Tar Heel School. Girls: 4 pm, Boys: Immediately Following. Opponent: Elizabethtown Middle.”

Our first graders know that learning is important — and so are brain breaks! Today, they took a little time to move, stretch, and recharge before getting back to their lessons. 🌟 Way to balance hard work with fun, 1st grade!

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

📢 Attention Middle School Families (Grades 6–8):

Bladen County Schools is partnering with UNC–Chapel Hill researchers to study how technology use impacts students’ mental health and academics.

This evening, you’ll receive an email or text from Superintendent Dr. Jason Atkinson (ncphonestudy@qualtrics.unc.edu). This message is legitimate, not spam.

We ask that you complete the form to grant or deny consent for your child to participate. As a thank-you, families who complete the form will receive a $5 gift card from the research team.

Alternatively, you can complete the consent form here: Consent Form

Questions? Contact the research team at ncphonestudy@office.unc.edu.

Together, we can help shape policies that support all students in North Carolina.

7 months ago, Bladen County Schools

Flyer titled “How are smartphones and digital devices in schools affecting our kids?” Bladen County Schools are participating in the NC Phones & Tech in Schools study. Study details: purpose—learn about impacts of student tech use; where—in school; eligibility—children in grades 6–8 in a participating school; activities—three surveys over one year (Fall 2025, Spring 2026, Fall 2026). Note: this is research, not treatment. A box labeled “Confidential!” states survey responses will be totally private and final results will not name any individual child or school. Another box explains the study is a partnership between UNC and the NC Legislature to support students and inform policy. A QR code is included with the text “Scan or click here to grant or deny consent and receive $5.” Contact info: LC Walker, Project Coordinator, ncphonestudy@office.unc.edu . Logos at bottom: Winston Center on Technology and Brain Development and Collaboratory. Illustrations of students using technology appear around the flyer.

Thank you, Ms. Bobbey, for making literacy come alive and for all you do for the Tar Heel School family!
#TarHeelPride #StaffSpotlight

7 months ago, Tar Heel School

A Tar Heel School “Staff Spotlight” graphic featuring Mrs. Heather Bobbey. The design includes cream and red accents with black circles. On the right is a circular photo of Mrs. Bobbey smiling, wearing glasses, a black Tar Heel Panthers T-shirt, and a purple lanyard. To the left, red and white boxes list her position as Middle School ELA teacher, her education at Liberty University, and a short highlight about her inspiring creative lessons and helping students become confident thinkers and communicators. The bottom banner reads “Mrs. Heather Bobbey.”

🚨⚽️ Big win for the Panthers! ⚽️🚨 Congratulations to our Tar Heel Boys Soccer team on their exciting 7-3 victory over Central! 🖤❤️Way to play hard and show that Panther pride! 🐾👏

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

‼️UPDATE ‼️
The event has been postponed due to weather. We will communicate more as we receive more information.
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📢 Sandhills Region, NC Superintendent Mo Green is coming to YOU!

Join us Monday, Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. at Lumberton High School to learn about Achieving Educational Excellence, NC’s five-year plan for public schools to be the best in the nation by 2030!

✅ Free and open to all

🎟 RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/achieving-educational-excellence-sandhills-launch-event-tickets-1640841754859?aff=oddtdtcreator

Don’t miss this chance to share your voice and hear directly from Superintendent Green!

7 months ago, Bladen County Schools

Graphic with the heading “Achieving Educational Excellence Regional Tour.” A banner reads “Best in the Nation — Our 2030 Vision for North Carolina Public Schools.” Below, it lists “Sandhills Region, Monday, September 29, Lumberton, NC” with a map of North Carolina highlighting the Sandhills region. Images of students and graduates appear along the left side. Across the entire graphic, the word “POSTPONED” is stamped diagonally in large red letters.

This morning our Tar Heel School family gathered together for See You at the Pole. Students, staff, and community members joined in prayer for our school, community, and nation. The event was student led and optional to attend ❤️🐾 #TarHeelPride #SeeYouAtThePole

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

🎉⚽ Huge Panther Pride! ⚽🎉 Congratulations to BOTH our Girls and Boys Soccer Teams for their big wins today against the East Columbus Gators! ❤️🖤❤️Way to play hard, work together, and bring home the victory! 🐾👏

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

Updated schedule. Sept. 25th game will be played at central.

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

⚽ MATCH DAY! ⚽
Come out and support Tar Heel School Boys’ and Girls’ Soccer!
📅 Monday, September 22, 2025
📍 Tar Heel School
👧 Girls: 4:00 PM
👦 Boys: Immediately following
🏆 Opponent: East Columbus

Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our teams! 🔴⚫

7 months ago, Tar Heel School

A group of Tar Heel School soccer players wearing white jerseys with red stripes huddle together on the field. Large bold text reads “MATCHDAY,” with event details: Monday, September 22nd 2025 at Tar Heel School. Girls play at 4 pm, boys immediately following, opponent East Columbus. The design features a red border and diagonal stripe accents.

Join us for our Annual Title 1 meeting where we'll share important information, answer questions, and see how we can work together to help every student succeed. We look forward to seeing you there.

7 months ago, Tar Heel School

Meet your 2025 Tar Heel Cheerleaders! ❤️🖤Led by Coach TT & Coach D, they’re ready to bring the energy, spirit, and Panther pride this school year! 🐾

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

Panther Pride on Parade! 🌟 Our Tar Heel Beta students and cheerleaders were all smiles as they spread kindness and school spirit at the Dublin Peanut Festival Parade! 🥜❤️

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

Panther Pride on Parade! 🌟 Our Tar Heel Beta students and cheerleaders were all smiles as they spread kindness and school spirit at the Dublin Peanut Festival Parade! 🥜❤️🖤

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin

Our 5th graders took on a STEM challenge today and showed off their creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills!

7 months ago, Vanessa Ruffin