
NATIONAL AMERICORPS WEEK | Through the Department of Student Support Services and the Office of Community Support Services, JCPS has proudly operated the AmeriCorps REACH Corps program for 15 years. REACH Corps members serve at elementary and middle schools, supporting students who show early signs of disengagement. Our goal is to help students reach their full academic potential and graduate on time.
Join us in celebrating our 18 dedicated JCPS REACH Corps members, who have committed this year to serving our most precious resource—our students!


Be on the lookout, Spring Picture order forms came home today! Spring picture day is 3/12.
Just a few reminders:
Students will not be permitted to take pictures unless you order photos. You can either order photos with cash and send it in with the envelope that came home, or you can pay online and make sure you include the order number you recieve on the envelope that is attached to the handout.
Students may come out of uniform if they are taking pictures, but remember to dress your best!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the school!
Thanks!

✅ SURVEY CLOSES TOMORROW | The JCPS Comprehensive School Survey closes tomorrow, Feb. 28. Your anonymous feedback impacts school improvement!
If you haven't already, please take a moment to complete the survey now: https://bit.ly/JCPSCSS25
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STATE OF THE DISTRICT | Superintendent Dr. Marty Pollio delivered his seventh and final State of the District address today at The Olmsted.
Thanks to the generosity of many, the event helped raise more than $65,000 for the JCPS Community Scholarship Fund, which supports graduating JCPS seniors!
Watch Dr. Pollio's address and other speakers from today's event on the JCPS YouTube channel ➡️ https://youtube.com/watch?v=TrK6vCobECQ
Read more: https://jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2053088
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Just a reminder that Black History Month Spirit Week kicks off this upcoming monday (2/24) and will go until friday (2/28). Wednesday will also be picture day!
Have a wonderful weekend!


Hi Families,
We have realized that Class Picture day is during Black History Month Spirit Week next week. They are allowed to participate in that day and wear Red,Black, and Green for African Flag day. If not participating in the Spirit Week, then they must remain in uniform.
If you have any questions feel free to reach out to the schooll. We are very sorry for the confusion.
Thank You,
Layne Elementary

Hello Layne Families,
We will be having class picture day (along with sports, clubs, and and promotion pictures too).
When? Wednesday, February 26th
What to wear? Layne School Uniform (Please see Layne's Uniform policy for guidance). Sports teams may wear their sports uniform or club sponsored shirt.
How to order pictures? Information will be sent home with students on picture day with instructions for ordering.
Thank You,
Layne Elementary

❄️ NTI DAY | Due to forecasted snow during the morning commute, JCPS will utilize a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Day on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. All athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Wednesday.


🚨 JCPS UPDATE | All JCPS athletics and extracurricular activities are canceled for Tuesday, February 18, 2025, due to inclement weather.


Be on the lookout for information coming home soon about Read Across America Week. Read Across America Week is 3/3-3/7!

Black History Month Spirit Week is coming up!! It will be on 2/24-2/28


🎉 CELEBRATING SSOs | Today marks School Security Officer (SSO) Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of our SSOs who help keep our schools safe! #WeAreJCPS





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✅ 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


Hello Layne Families,
This is just a reminder that we will have our love of learning showcase this Friday from 8:15-10:15 at the school. This will be a time for you to visit the classrooms and see what learning is going on in our school community.
We hope to see you there!

Hello Layne Families,
Due to the recent NTI Days and weather conditions we have decided to postpone the Valentine Sneaker Soiree to Thursday, February 27th 2025 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Ticket sales will resume when we return to school until Friday, February 21st at noon.
We appreciate your understanding of this and apologize for any inconvenience this this may cause. We thank you for your continued support and look forward to seeing everyone at the dance on the 27th.

✅ 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
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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.


✅ 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


✅ 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
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