Board of Education to Hold Community Forum, Information Fair March 10

Event offers information on camps, childcare opportunities, student assignment plan and more

March 4, 2020 — The Jefferson County Board of Education (JCBE) will hold a Community Forum and Information Fair from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 10 at Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts School, 930 E. Main St.

During the forum, families will have the opportunity to:

  • Sign students up for spring break camps and summer childcare opportunities;
  • Find out how to submit an application for Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) Early Childhood (pre-school) programs, which will begin being accepted March 15;
  • Sample taco treats from JCPS School and Community Nutrition Services;
  • Learn how to be a community partner with the Females of Color STEAM Academy;
  • Make an appointment to shop at the Clothing Assistance Program;
  • Obtain information about how families can receive financial aid for college tuition;
  • Give feedback on student assignment and facilities, the district’s strategic plan, and school safety officers; and
  • Meet their district’s elected board members.

The event is being hosted by JCBE members Diane Porter (District 1, chairperson); Dr. Chris Kolb (District 2, vice chairperson); James Craig (District 3); Joe Marshall (District 4); Linda Duncan (District 5); Corrie Shull (District 6); and Chris Brady (District 7).