👩‍🍳 SCHOOL LUNCH HEROES 🦸‍♀️ | Happy School Lunch Hero Week to all of our dedicated nutrition services employees who keep our students fed! We're excited to highlight JCPS Nutrition Services staff this week! Today's 🌟: Knight Middle School!
3 days ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Happy School Lunch Hero Week! Knight Middle School. “Knight Middle School’s cafeteria team, led by the outstanding manager, Terra, has truly risen to the occasion this year. Despite an increase in enrollment, they have seamlessly kept up with demand, ensuring every student receives nutritious and delicious meals with efficiency and care. Terra has built and developed a strong, dependable team that not only meets the daily challenges of a high-energy student body but does so with enthusiasm, positivity, and an encouraging spirit.” -Amy Jo Kramer, SCNS Consultant
🧑‍🍳 SCHOOL LUNCH HEROES 🦸‍♀️ | Happy School Lunch Hero Week to all of our dedicated nutrition services employees who keep our students fed! We're excited to highlight JCPS Nutrition Services staff this week! Today's 🌟: duPont Manual High School! #WeAreJCPS
4 days ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Happy School Lunch Hero Week! duPont Manual High. “duPont Manual’s nutrition team are rock stars! We appreciate their dedication to the students and staff of Manual. Thank you, lunch heroes!” - Dr. Michael Newman, Principal
👩‍🍳 SCHOOL LUNCH HEROES 🦸‍♀️ | Happy School Lunch Hero Week to all of our dedicated nutrition services employees who keep our students fed! We're excited to highlight JCPS Nutrition Services staff this week! Today's 🌟: Lassiter Middle School!
5 days ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Happy School Lunch Hero Week! Lassiter Middle. “Despite being a team meant for eight, the school’s nutrition staff is currently down to just four dedicated employees. Yet, through it all, Marcia Coyle continues to show unwavering dedication and heart every single day—her commitment is truly inspiring. Lassiter has faced some tough times recently, including unexpected injuries that have led to significant staffing shortages. But even in these challenging moments, Marcia and her new lead, Kersandra Faulkener have stepped up in incredible ways. To me, they are all true heroes—thank you for everything you do! Kudos to our incredible Café Team!” - Amy Willard, SCNS Consultant
👩‍🍳 SCHOOL LUNCH HEROES 🦸‍♀️ | Happy School Lunch Hero Week to all of our dedicated nutrition services employees who keep our students fed! We're excited to highlight JCPS Nutrition Services staff this week! Today's 🌟: Newcomer Academy!
6 days ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Happy School Lunch Hero Week! Newcomer Academy. “We are beyond thankful for the warm, dependable, and hardworking café staff at Newcomer Academy! Every day, they greet our students with friendly smiles and serve nutritious meals that make everyone feel at home. We deeply value the care and heart they bring to our school.” - Gwen Snow, Principal
🩰 DANCE, DANCE, DANCE | The All-County Dance Festival featured performances from seven JCPS schools that have dance programs. Professional dancers also did workshops for the students!
6 days ago, JCPS Communications
Students dance.
Students dance.
Students dance.
SCHOOL LUNCH HEROES | Happy School Lunch Hero Week to all of our dedicated nutrition services employees who keep our students fed! We're excited to highlight JCPS Nutrition Services staff this week!
7 days ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Happy School Lunch Hero Week! Hawthorne Elementary. “Hawthorne’s nutrition services team is fabulous! Their tireless effort behind the scenes creates a welcoming environment, ensuring every child has access to healthy meals. They are the unsung heroes of our school, working diligently with smiles and unwavering dedication, even during the busiest and loudest time of the day! Elisha, Joy, Rosa, and Yacqueline make the cafeteria fun and inviting with their spirit days, costumes, and student birthday celebrations. We appreciate and thank them for all they do!” - Becca Haynes, Principal
🐴 UNBRIDLED FUN | Horses, hot air balloons, celebrity meet and greets, and stick horse races? Yes please! The 4th annual Unbridled Afternoon at Field Elementary School—sponsored by Blessings in a Backpack and the Unbridled Charitable Foundation—brought the Derby vibes in style! 🌹
10 days ago, JCPS Communications
Adults compete in a stick horse race.
A student pets a horse.
Students watch as fire lifts into the sky from the bottom part of a hot air balloon.
A student does a high-five with a horse mascot.
🌟 DAY OF SERVICE | More than 200 JCPS middle school student leaders stepped up to give back across Louisville today. Explore Ambassadors volunteered at 11 different organizations—making a real impact in our community. 👥 The largest group—70+ Explore Ambassadors from seven schools—packed food boxes at Love the Hungry. 🪑 25 students from Ramsey Middle built chairs and bicycles for refugee families’ apartments with Catholic Charities of Louisville. We’re so proud of these young leaders who are choosing to lead with heart, service, and purpose!
11 days ago, JCPS Communications
Students assemble a bicycle.
Students assemble food packets at Love the Hungry.
Students pose for a picture at Love the Hungry.
A student assembles a chair.
🚨 NOW HIRING: BUS DRIVERS 🚨 | Bus drivers earn $55,000/year on average. Come drive the future with JCPS! Join us this week for our Bus Driver Hiring Blitz: 📅 Friday, April 25, 2025 🕙 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 📍 VanHoose Education Center ✅ On-site applications ✅ Learn more about the role ✅ Make a difference in students' lives
13 days ago, JCPS Communications
Promotional flyer for the JCPS Bus Driver Hiring Blitz by Jefferson County Public Schools. The event is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VanHoose Education Center, 3332 Newburg Road. A red and white megaphone graphic is at the top, with bold text reading "JCPS Bus Driver HIRING BLITZ." A red star on the left highlights that the average pay for a JCPS bus driver is $55,000 per year. Another star lists items to bring: driver's license, two forms of ID, high school diploma or GED, voided check, and two references (with name, email, address, and phone number). A third star encourages those with questions to contact the JCPS Welcome Center at (502) 485-3370. A QR code is provided to pre-register. A navy blue star in the lower right corner reads "Enter through the front entrance of the building." JCPS and Equal Opportunity Employer logos are at the bottom.
✨ CAMPAIGN FOR CLASS ACT | Jeffersontown High School Business Academy students are developing a marketing campaign for Class Act Federal Credit Union to recruit student employees for its branches. Thanks to the pros from Red7e and Ad2 for providing guidance on writing, design, video and social media! What a great learning experience!
14 days ago, JCPS Communications
A student points to a computer being used by another student.
A student works at a computer.
An adult stands at a bank counter while a student and another adult work behind the counter.
An adult presents to a room of students.
🎧 SUPERINTENDENTS UNPLUGGED | Superintendent Dr. Marty Pollio sat down with Addison Davis of Strategos Group to talk about his tenure and legacy at JCPS! Check out the full Superintendents Unplugged podcast episode now: https://bit.ly/PollioPodcast
18 days ago, JCPS Communications
Promotional graphic for the podcast "Superintendents Unplugged – In-Depth with Davis" featuring two guests: Dr. Marty Pollio, Superintendent of Jefferson County Public Schools, and Addison Davis, Partner at Strategos Group. On the left is a circular photo of Dr. Pollio in a blue suit and pink tie, standing in front of a brick wall. On the right is a circular photo of Addison Davis in a navy suit with a white shirt, smiling with arms crossed against a white background. Logos for Jefferson County Public Schools and Strategos Group are displayed under their names. The bottom banner includes the Strategos Podcast Network logo and icons for Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Background color is dark blue.
✅ DEADLINE TODAY | Today is the last day to let us know your child will re-enroll in Butler Traditional High School, Coleridge-Taylor Montessori Elementary, Lyman T. Johnson Traditional Middle, Louisville Male High School, duPont Manual High School, or Whitney Young Elementary for the 2025-26 school year. Students who left these six JCPS magnets in 2024-25 due to lack of JCPS-provided transportation will be allowed to return to those schools for the 2025-26 school year. But families must let the district know by TODAY, April 10 if their student plans to return to their magnet school. Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2104293
18 days ago, JCPS Communications
Manual High School building.
🎓 HIGH SCHOOL TO MED SCHOOL 🩺 | A University of Louisville partnership with Central High School is cultivating the next generation of health professionals! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3GdTCTu
19 days ago, JCPS Communications
Five adults pose for a picture and smile while standing outside.
🚍 BUS DRIVER HIRING BLITZ | Did you know average pay for a JCPS bus driver is $55,000 per year? Please join us at our upcoming Bus Driver Hiring Blitz on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VanHoose Education Center! Participants can learn more about the position and apply on site!
21 days ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Bus Driver Hiring Blitz. Friday, April 25, 2025, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., VanHoose Education Center, 3332 Newburg Road. Enter through the front entrance of the building.
⭐ Capturing Student Voices | JCPS has its first Student Advisory Council. The council includes two students from every high school who will meet and share their concerns and recommendations on district issues that matter to them – everything from curriculum to building design to school lunch menus. #WeAreJCPS https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2117103
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🎉 G.R.E.A.T. GRADS ALERT | Huge shoutout to the JCPS 5th graders who recently graduated from the Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program! Over six weeks, they learned how to stand up to bullying, resolve conflicts peacefully, and stay on a positive path. A big THANK YOU to the dedicated Louisville Metro Police Department officers for empowering these young leaders with the skills to make smart choices! 👏💙
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
An officer hands a certificate to a student.
Students and adults pose for a picture. The students hold certificates.
An officer stands on a stage and speaks to a room full of students.
Students and adults pose for a picture. The students hold certificates.
Students and adults pose for a picture. The students hold certificates.
An officer stands in the front of a room full of students and speaks while a few students raise their hands.
Students and adults pose for a picture. The students hold certificates.
💡 INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION | Maggie Harlow, Louisville business leader and mom of rap star and JCPS grad Jack Harlow, shared her wisdom yesterday with Academy @ Shawnee Management and Entrepreneurship students! She talked about her journey as a business owner, discussing success, staying focused, and the power of lifelong learning. Some of her top advice? 🔥 "Being willing to learn is more important than what you know."
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Maggie Harlow poses for a picture with a group of Academy @ Shawnee students.
Maggie Harlow speaks to students at the Academy @ Shawnee.
Maggie Harlow talks to a student at the Academy @ Shawnee.
🧠 SAFETY FIRST 🚴‍♂️ | Frayser Elementary School second graders are rolling in style with brand-new bike helmets, thanks to UofL Health and the Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky! In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month, these young riders are gearing up to stay safe while they cruise.
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
An adult fits a bike helmet on a student's head.
Bike helmets sit on a table as students and adults stand in the background.
An adult fits a bike helmet on a student's head.
Three students and an adult stand in front of a group of students doing an activity with outstretched arms.
🏈 FROM SUPER BOWL CHAMP TO LITERACY CHAMP 📚 | A former NFL player and member of the Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots visited King Elementary School today to share the magic of reading with students. Malcolm Mitchell inspired students, brought a magician with him to perform a magic show, and read his book The Magician's Hat—helping students see that books can be just as powerful as big plays!
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Malcolm Mitchell holds up a football and smiles at a student.
Malcolm Mitchell speaks into a microphone in front of students.
A magician holds up rings and smiles as a student looks on in surprise.
Malcolm Mitchell throws a football with a student.
Malcolm Mitchell and another adult hold up copies of his book as he reads to students who are sitting on the gym floor.
🚗 ELECTRIC FUTURES⚡ | Fairdale High School Diesel Tech students got a firsthand look at the cutting-edge electric vehicle batteries the BlueOval SK Battery park plant in Hardin Co. will produce. They even checked out an all-electric F-150 these batteries will power! Hands-on learning today, high-powered careers tomorrow! 🔥
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Students look at an adult who is pointing toward a Ford F-150 truck with BlueOval written on the side of it and the hood raised.
An adult points to a large screen while students sit in chairs and watch.
Students gather around an adult who is showing them under the hood of an all-electric Ford F-150.
An adult talks to a classroom of students.