💡 BLACK EXPO CAREER AND COLLEGE FAIR | J. Graham Brown School hosted an inspiring Black Expo Career and College Fair today! Students explored booths featuring Black professionals from more than 20 fields, including medicine, law, art, education, and more. Students also led presentations about 20 historically Black colleges and universities. It was a day full of empowerment, knowledge, and endless possibilities!
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
An adult standing behind a table talks to students standing on the other side of the table.
A military professional talks to students.
A student uses a remote control to operate a piece of equipment while an adult stands nearby.
Students talk to a representative from the University of Louisville.
🎉 HAPPY FRYSC APPRECIATION WEEK | We're celebrating our amazing Family Resource and Youth Services Centers coordinators across the district this week! Thank you to all of our FRYSCs for your tireless and impactful work supporting students and families. 💙 We asked five incredible FRYSCs why they love their jobs. Check out their inspiring answers below! 🌟 Elvira Paguada-Gutierrez (Hawthorne Elementary School) 🌟 Dr. Frank Mays (King Elementary School) 🌟 Stephanie Holton (Western High School) 🌟 Dr. Kevin Gunn, Ed.D. (Olmsted Academy North) 🌟 Nicole Clark (Young Elementary School) #WeAreJCPS
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Happy FRYSC Week Elvira Paguada-Gutierrez Hawthorne Elementary School “I love being a Family Resource Center Coordinator because it allows me to serve the students and families of Hawthorne Elementary in meaningful ways. Growing up, my family received many of the same services I now provide, so I understand the importance of meeting people where they are with compassion and without judgment. Everything I do is for the children and their families, ensuring they feel supported and valued as part of our community.”
Happy FRYSC Week Dr. Frank Mays King Elementary School “I love my job as a FRYSC because I get to help remove barriers. I get to help students and families during the good times and during the not so good times. I get to witness students and families grow into and become great and successful, and I’m blessed to be able to be a part of that. As a FRYSC, we truly do “Whatever It Takes.”
Happy FRYSC Week Stephanie Holton Western High School “It has been an honor to identify and reinforce the strengths and beauty of teens on a daily basis in my role as Youth Service Center Coordinator. The relationships that have been built fill my heart with joy. Western High School and the students are where I was meant to serve.”
Happy FRYSC Week Dr. Kevin Gunn Olmsted Academy North “Each day brings new challenges that allow me to find ways to help my students. It’s never boring. Being a coordinator helps me create a lasting impact on future generations.”
Happy FRYSC Week Nicole Clark Young Elementary School “I love my job as a FRYSC because every day brings something new and exciting, keeping me on my toes. I have the opportunity to work closely with students and their families, which allows me to make a meaningful impact in their lives and build strong, supportive relationships. Additionally, the support and collaboration from my colleagues makes every challenge easier.”
✅ MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD | The Jefferson County Board of Education wants your input as they search for a new superintendent. Join us at two upcoming Community Forums on Saturday, Feb. 15: 🌟 10 to 11 a.m. at the Academy @ Shawnee 🌟 12 to 1 p.m. at Ballard High School
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Superintendent Search Community Forums The Jefferson County Board of Education seeks your input as they search for a new superintendent. Dr. Pollio is retiring this summer, and the board wants to hear what qualities and priorities you desire in the next leader. Attend the forum and make your voice heard! Saturday, February 15, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Academy @ Shawnee Saturday, February 15, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Ballard High School
✅ MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD | The Jefferson County Board of Education wants your input as they search for a new superintendent. Join us at two upcoming Community Forums this Saturday, Feb. 15: 🌟 10 to 11 a.m. at the Academy @ Shawnee 🌟 12 to 1 p.m. at Ballard High School Learn more about the superintendent search process: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/page/superintendent-search-2025 #WeAreJCPS
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Superintendent Search Community Forums The Jefferson County Board of Education seeks your input as they search for a new superintendent. Dr. Pollio is retiring this summer, and the board wants to hear what qualities and priorities you desire in the next leader. Attend the forum and make your voice heard! Saturday, February 15, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Academy @ Shawnee Saturday, February 15, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Ballard High School
📣 🎉 Congratulations to the Eastern High School Cheer Team on finishing 6th in the nation! Incredible work!
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Twenty-one Eastern High School Cheer Team members pose for a picture with a trophy sitting on the ground in front of them.
⚡️ FLASH DADS ALERT | The JCPS Flash Dads brought energy, smiles, and tons of positive vibes to Cane Run Elementary School last week! Check out those beaming faces! 🙌
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A student does a high-five with a JCPS Flash Dad.
Three students walk down the hall and smile.
A student and an adult pose for a picture and smile.
A student and an adult hug.
JCPS Flash Dads and school staff pose for pictures.
🎉 SPELLING BEE CHAMP | Congratulations to Meyzeek Middle School eighth grade student Zachary Rara, winner of the 15th District PTA Spelling Bee for the third year in a row! Zachary will advance to the regional competition on Mar. 8 at the Louisville Free Public Library. Coming in second and third place were: 🌟 Second: Ahaan Aragwal, Greathouse Shryock Elementary 🌟 Third: Gabe Fajardo Cruz, Barret Traditional Middle School
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🚨 NTI DAYS | Due to an increase in illness-related student and staff absences, JCPS will utilize Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Days on Friday, February 7, 2025 and Monday, February 10, 2025. All athletic and extracurricular activities will continue as planned. Families and employees should see their email for additional information.
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NTI Days Friday and Monday for JCPS.
🎉 KNOWLEDGE IS POWER 💡 | Congratulations to W.E.B. DuBois Academy, winner of the third annual Battle for the Lantern! 🏆 They bested the talented young women from Grace James Academy in a fierce trivia showdown testing their knowledge of Black history.
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An adult holds up a microphone to a student during a trivia competition while another student stands nearby. A lantern sits on a table between the two students.
An adult opens his mouth in a surprised expression.
Six people pose for a picture behind a lantern sitting on a table.
Five students pose for a picture and smile.
✅ COMMUNITY FORUMS | The Jefferson County Board of Education wants your input as they search for a new superintendent. Join us at two upcoming Community Forums on Saturday, Feb. 15: ➡️ 10 to 11 a.m. at the Academy @ Shawnee ➡️ 12 to 1 p.m. at Ballard High School
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Superintendent Search Community Forums The Jefferson County Board of Education seeks your input as they search for a new superintendent. Dr. Pollio is retiring this summer, and the board wants to hear what qualities and priorities you desire in the next leader. Attend the forum and make your voice heard! Saturday, February 15, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Academy @ Shawnee Saturday, February 15, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Ballard High School
🐶 SPOTTED 🖤 | Check out Perry Elementary School's paw-sitively precious 101st day of school celebration! We love the 101 Dalmatians theme! 🧡
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Students dressed like Dalmatians pose for a picture and smile.
Students dressed like Dalmatians pose for a picture and smile.
✅ SUPERINTENDENT SURVEY | The Jefferson County Board of Education wants to hear from the public as they search for the next superintendent of JCPS. With Dr. Marty Pollio retiring this summer, the board has begun the process of hiring his successor. To assist in this effort, board members are inviting the public to complete a survey that asks about the qualities and priorities they’d like to see from the next leader of JCPS. Whether you’re a parent, student, staff member, community leader, or simply someone who cares about the future of JCPS and Louisville, your input is invaluable! Take a few moments to fill out the survey and share your thoughts: bit.ly/jcps-superintendent-search #WeAreJCPS
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Graphic says: Share your input! Survey closes February 14, 2025 The Jefferson County Board of Education seeks your input as they search for a new superintendent. Dr. Pollio is retiring this summer, and the board wants to hear what qualities and priorities you desire in the next leader. Take the survey and make your voice heard! bit.ly/jcps-superintendent-search
🖤 BLACK HISTORY MONTH | JCPS is excited to celebrate Black History Month with our students, staff, and community! Check out these resources from the JCPS Diversity, Equity, and Poverty Department on teaching and celebrating Black history: https://adobe.ly/3RpgXDh
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Graphic says: Celebrating Black History Month. February 2025.
COMING SOON TO A LOCATION NEAR YOU | The JCPS Summer Success League (formerly known as the Backpack League) will be held June 16 – July 11, 2025. Make plans now to join us! - Breakfast and lunch provided for students - Transportation provided (within proximity to the address) - Math and Literacy Instruction - Enrichment Activities - Social Emotional Learning - Fun - Engaging HOURS: - Elementary Students (incoming 1st through incoming 6th graders) attend 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. - Middle and High School Students (incoming 7th through 12th graders) attend 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Watch the JCPS INSIDER newsletter for more information, including how to sign up!
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Graphic says: Journey to Success. Success League JCPS (formerly known as JCPS Backpack League). Summer Session Save the Date! June 16-July 11, 2025. Available for incoming grades 1-12. Free Meals and Transportation. Math, Literacy, and Enrichment Activities. Social Emotional Learning and Skill Building.
✅ SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | The 2025 Comprehensive School Survey is open now through Feb. 28, 2025! If you are a JCPS parent/guardian or employee, take the survey now at https://bit.ly/JCPSCSS25!
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Graphic says: We want your feedback. Help us improve! Take the 2025 Comprehensive School Survey.
✅ BOARD UPDATE | During yesterday's Jefferson County Board of Education (JCBE) meeting, the Constitutional Oath of Office was administered to JCBE members Gail Logan Strange (District 1), Tricia Lister (District 2), Trevin Bass (District 4), and Taylor Everett (District 7), who were elected in November. Also during last night's meeting, Dr. Corrie Shull was elected chairperson of the JCBE, and James Craig was elected vice chairperson. Thank you to all of our JCBE members for their dedication to JCPS!
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Trevin Bass, Taylor Everett, Gail Logan Strange, and Tricia Lister stand in a line and raise their right hands.
🏇 HORSING AROUND WITH ART 🎉 | Congratulations to Pleasure Ridge Park High School sophomore Kayci Shacklette, grand prize winner of the Kentucky Derby Museum's 39th annual Horsing Around With Art competition, presented by WinStar Farm! Shacklette’s winning artwork, The Final Furlong, will be displayed at the museum. She also received a Spring Race Day Experience prize package sponsored by Churchill Downs, and PRP High School’s art department was awarded $500 to purchase art supplies!
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A student holds a bouquet of flowers in front of her artwork.
A student shakes hands with an adult in front of the student's award-winning artwork.
The winning artwork titled The Final Furlong with a blue ribbon attached to it.
🔧 ENGINEERING PATHWAY | Jeffersontown High School and Fern Creek High School engineering pathway students got a behind-the-scenes look yesterday at Jones Plastic & Engineering Co., one of Louisville’s largest employers! Students toured the facility and learned about exciting job opportunities and future careers.
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Students and adults look at a piece of machinery.
An adult speaks to students.
Students and adults stand inside a facility.
Students listen to an adult who is standing in front of them.
🌟 THANK YOU | We are so grateful to our Jefferson County Board of Education members for their tireless advocacy and unwavering dedication to JCPS. Their passion for helping our students thrive is truly inspiring. Happy School Board Recognition Month!
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Graphic says Jefferson County Board of Education and includes images of Gail Logan Strange (District 1), Tricia Lister (District 2), James Craig (District 3), Trevin Bass (District 4), Linda Duncan (District 5), Dr. Corrie Shull (District 6), and Taylor Everett (District 7).
🌟 CHECKMATE | Congratulations to the top school chess teams and players, awarded by the Kentucky Chess Ambassadors! ➡️ Grace M. James Academy of Excellence: Middle School Chess Team of the Year ➡️ Valley High School: High School Chess Team of the Year Players of the Year: ➡️ Anna McCandless (Grace James Academy) ➡️ Devyn Hill (Grace James Academy) ➡️ Prathyun Dhanapalraj (Meyzeek Middle School) #WeAreJCPS
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Graphic says: Congratulations. It includes images of two chess pieces.