Jefferson County Public Schools

🚌 CATCH A RIDE | This year, free shuttle service is available from eight of our schools across the city to the JCPS Showcase of Schools. Join us on Nov. 2 and find where you belong! #JCPSShowcase #WeAreJCPS

🎉 CONGRATS | Congratulations to Ms. LaPaille's 1st grade class at Greenwood Elementary and Ms. Hogan's 2nd grade class at Maupin Elementary—winners of the Alpha Media-sponsored autumn decorating contest! Each student and teacher won a four-pack of Kentucky Kingdom tickets! Thanks to 99/7 DJX and B96.5 Louisville for putting together this fun contest!

✈️ GIRLS IN AVIATION | Th Academy @ Shawnee's 3rd annual Girls in Aviation event was a hit today! Employers and higher education representatives were on hand to talk with female aviation pathway students about careers in the industry, including aircraft maintenance, airline management, and piloting!

✅ SHOWCASE OF SCHOOLS | Do you have a child transitioning to kindergarten, sixth, or ninth grade next school year? Join us at the Showcase of Schools in two weeks to find out what your options are before the upcoming application period in November!

👟 MILE IN MY SHOES | Join us THIS SATURDAY, Oct. 19 for the Mile in My Shoes one-mile walk at 10 a.m. at Shawnee Park to learn more about how housing instability impacts thousands of our JCPS students and how you can help. More info and RSVP: https://bit.ly/JCPShomelessWalk

🎉 Congratulations to 36 Central High School juniors who are one step closer to a career in the medical field. The Pre-Medical Magnet Program students received their white coats on Sunday, recognizing their hard work throughout the year and encouraging them to keep pushing toward their goals. 🩺🥼 Photo Credit: UofL Health

🌟 HISPANIC HERITAGE | Students and staff at Southern High School celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month last week by dressing up in traditional attire of multiple Spanish-speaking countries! #WeAreJCPS #HispanicHeritageMonth

🩺 HANDS-ON LEARNING | Students in the Academies of Louisville Health Science academies at four JCPS high schools recently got a chance to tour Baptist Health to learn about various careers in the medical field. They even got to try their hand at cutting off a cast!

🌟 SHOWCASE OF SCHOOLS | We'll see you Nov. 2 at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center for the JCPS Showcase of Schools! ✅ 160+ schools under one roof ✅ Reps from each school on hand to answer questions ✅ Learn more about what to expect during upcoming application period https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTxbAhivipM

⚡️ FLASH DADS | The #JCPSFlashDads showed up bright and early this morning to surprise students at Camp Taylor Elementary School! Everyone was excited to see those smiling faces! #WeAreJCPS

👟 MILE IN MY SHOES | Join us for the Mile in My Shoes Walk on Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. at Shawnee Park! This one-mile walk will support JCPS students experiencing homelessness and foster care. Learn more and RSVP: https://bit.ly/MileInMyShoesWalk

ONE DAY ONLY | Join us Nov. 2 at Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center for our annual Showcase of Schools. This is the perfect opportunity for families to speak with representatives from every JCPS school about the district’s various options before the upcoming application period! Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpgOW2nGdMA #JCPSShowcase #WeAreJCPS

🎉 CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE | Minors Lane Elementary School celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month last week with students, staff, and families! The school's Hispanic Heritage Night featured a parade, raffle, food, and games! #WeAreJCPS

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | JCPS teacher Joseph Stivers (Echo Trail Middle School) has been named to the Kentucky Department of Education Teachers Advisory Council! He joins two existing JCPS members—Kennita Ballard (Grace M. James Academy of Excellence) and Carla Criswell (Minor Daniels Academy). Read more ➡️ https://www.kentuckyteacher.org/news/2024/09/15-educators-named-to-kdes-teachers-advisory-council-for-2024-2025/ #WeAreJCPS

🌟 ROCK YOUR SCHOOL WEEK | The Dixie Elementary School community was shining bright this week in honor of "Rock Your School Week!" Students and staff enjoyed celebrations, decorations, fun costumes, and even a visit from Kentucky First Lady Britainy Beshear! #WeAreJCPS

🔨 TOOL TRAILER | Valley High School students in the Academies of Louisville HVAC and electrical pathways got to try out the various tools they’ll be using if they continue on their career path. Thank you to Eckart Supply for bringing its Milwaukee Tool Trailer to the school! #WeAreJCPS

🇺🇸 VOTE | The Hispanic Students United at Seneca High School led a voter education and registration drive today! The League of Women Voters helped 18-year-old students sign up to vote for the first time. Students are eager to have their voices heard! #WeAreJCPS

🥳 WELCOME PARTY | As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, Newcomer Academy held a school-wide assembly last week to welcome all new students and staff. The celebration featured music, dance, and theater from students’ native countries! #WeAreJCPS

✅ ONE-STOP SHOP | We look forward to seeing you on November 2 at our annual Showcase of Schools event at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. This is your chance to get all of your questions answered by school and department leaders! #JCPSShowcase #WeAreJCPS

🇺🇸 ELECTION DAY | Eisenhower Elementary School students voted for Student Council President and VP today. They heard candidates' ideas and promises—including more sweets and field trips and fewer uniform days—then cast their ballots. No bashing of opponents. Voter education at its best! Thank you to the Jefferson County Clerk's Office for supporting today's event! #WeAreJCPS