E.g., Wednesday, June 26, 2019
E.g., Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Dr. Pollio’s energy, enthusiasm and passion resulting in district transformation

Board of Education releases superintendent evaluation of Dr. Pollio

Dr. Marty Pollio’s positive energy, enthusiasm and passion as superintendent for Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) have sparked a “transformational process” within the district and throughout the community, according to the Jefferson County Board of Education (JCBE). During a special-called school board meeting on June 25, JCBE members shared findings from their 2018-19 performance evaluation of Dr. Pollio as JCPS superintendent. 

Art Works at the Waterworks!

Field students work with Water Company to install art along the fence line

On one side of the fence, millions of gallons of water are cleaned and delivered every day. On the other side, a playground full of children rule the schoolyard. The fence, which normally divides Louisville Water Company’s Crescent Hill Treatment Plant and Field Elementary School, is being transformed to celebrate the neighborhood and a very special partnership.

Nearly 2,000 educators attend JCPS Deeper Learning Symposium

The theme of this year's conference was Know Equity, Know Excellence

Nearly 2,000 educators from Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) as well as school districts across Kentucky convened at the Kentucky Exposition Center over three days for the third annual JCPS Deeper Learning Symposium—a powerful summer conference created by JCPS and focused on innovative ideas in education.

Excitement builds as JCPS prepares to kick off Summer Backpack League

For the first time ever, the district is holding camp-like excursions designed to boost reading and math skills 

JCPS students create, produce mental wellness video for fellow students

JCPS students from across the district came together to create a video message about the importance of mental wellness 

JCPS provides free meals to children and teens during summer food program

Meals provided at more than 160 sites across Jefferson County

Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) is once again offering free breakfast and lunch to children and teens during the district’s summer food service program.

More than 6,200 seniors graduate from JCPS

Congratulations to the Class of 2019

High school diplomas are being presented to approximately 6,200 seniors from 24 Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) high schools this year, with Class of 2019 commencement exercises being held from Friday, June 7 through Wednesday, June 12.

Drive the Future: JCPS to hold transportation job fair Wednesday

Applications accepted for bus driver, monitor positions

Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) is encouraging job seekers to help “Drive the Future” and attend the district’s transportation job fair on Wednesday, June 12.

The job fair will be held from 1 to 5 p.m., at the C.B. Young Jr. Building (3001 Crittenden Drive). Interested applicants will be able to meet the transportation team and learn more about career opportunities. Applications will be accepted for bus driver and bus monitor positions. Starting pay for full-time bus drivers is $20.75 an hour.

JCPS to Roll Out Book Buggy on Tuesday

Students can receive free books and more throughout June

June 7, 2019 – Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) will roll out its Book Buggy next week, providing children and teens with free books and more to help them keep learning all summer long.

The buggy will run every Tuesday and Wednesday in June starting June 11th, and will follow the Bus Stop Café, which provides free lunches throughout the summer to anyone age 18 or under, regardless of whether he or she attends JCPS.

Fairdale Elementary's 'Miracle Project' dedicated in memory of beloved teacher

Gary Miracle had been a special needs teacher at Fairdale for 12 years

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