🩺 HEALTHCARE HIGHLIGHTS | From dental checkups to vision screenings, our healthcare teams have been busy ensuring that every student has what they need to succeed in the classroom. When we remove barriers to health, we open doors to learning.

#JCPS #StudentHealth #HealthcareHeroes #BreakingBarriers #SchoolNurses
7 days ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic titled 'Healer Headlines 2025' on a blue textured background with a hand-drawn arrow pointing to the title.
nfographic showing that school nurses saw over 133,000 student visits in 2025. Text emphasizes their role as daily anchors providing routine care and chronic condition management.
Graphic titled 'Filling the Gap' featuring a tooth icon. Statistics include 157 dental clinics across 77 schools, 3,911 students served, 800 fillings, and 1,800 fluoride treatments.
Infographic titled 'See the Potential' with a 'Focus Found' subheading and a background pattern of eyeglasses. It details 32,000 vision screenings, 16,000 hearing screenings, and 673 prescriptions for new glasses provided through the Adarsh Foundation.
Closing graphic on a blue background with a yellow arrow and bookmark icon. Text reads 'THANK YOU School Nurses' with the JCPS district logo at the bottom.
📚 BOOKS AND BADGES 👮🏼‍♀️ | JCPS police officers surprised students across the district with books and gifts through their Books and Badges program, sharing the joy of the season!
11 days ago, JCPS Communications
A police officer and an adult pose for a picture with three students who are holding gifts.
A student holds a basket of gifts.
Two police officers and an adult pose for a picture with two students who are holding baskets of gifts.
A police officer shakes hands with a student.
❄️ SNOW FUN | Check out the festive flair JCPS students added to Louisville Metro Public Works snowplows this year!

🎨 Participating schools:

⭐️ Carter Traditional Elementary School
⭐️ Brandeis Elementary School
⭐️ Coleridge-Taylor Montessori Elementary
⭐️ Klondike Lane Elementary School

Thank you, students! Your creativity helps brighten the season. ✨
12 days ago, JCPS Communications
A decorated snowplow.
Two adults and six students pose for a picture in front of a decorated snowplow.
A decorated snowplow.
Mayor Craig Greenberg holds up a student to speak at a podium.

🧦 SOCK DRIVE | Big thanks to the Waggener High School Black Student Union (BSU) for donating more than 400 pairs of new socks to students at King Elementary. This simple but powerful act helps ensure students have access to basic necessities that support their comfort, health, and ability to learn!

14 days ago, JCPS Communications
Three students and an adult hold sock donations.
❄️ WINTER BREAK | We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing Winter Break Dec. 22 to Jan. 2. We will welcome students back on Jan. 5, 2026.
17 days ago, JCPS Communications
Have a wonderful winter break.
‼️ DEADLINE | Today is the last day to apply for the 2026-27 school year. Don’t miss the deadline. Apply now: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2523492
17 days ago, JCPS Communications
Application Period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Apply now on the JCPS website!
🚲 LEARN TO RIDE | Thanks to a generous donation from Coca-Cola Consolidated, All Kids Bike is bringing its Kindergarten PE Learn-to-Ride Bicycle Program to five local schools—four of them right here in JCPS! The partnership was celebrated last week at Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School, where students took their first spins on a new fleet of 24 Strider balance-to-pedal bikes. Thank you to Coca-Cola Consolidated and All Kids Bike for helping students learn to ride at school! 💛
18 days ago, JCPS Communications
A student rides a bike.
An adult fits a bike helmet on a student's head.
Students smile and cheer while sitting at a table.
Students ride bikes.
‼️ 4 DAYS LEFT | Don’t wait! There are only 4 days left to apply for the 2026-27 school year. As a reminder, if your student is entering kindergarten or has never attended a JCPS school, you must register online first to get your access key. If you need assistance, call 502-485-6250.
21 days ago, JCPS Communications
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Due to forecasted frigid temperatures in the early morning hours on Monday, December 15, 2025, we have made the decision to use a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day for students and staff. Temperatures are expected to warm throughout the day so all after school athletic and extracurricular activities will go on as scheduled.
22 days ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day Monday, December 15, 2025.
ONE WEEK | Reminder! The Application Period for the 2026–27 school year closes in one week. Families with incoming kindergarten, 6th, or 9th-grade students who live in the Choice Zone will need to select between their close-to-home or their far-away school options before next Friday’s deadline.

Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2523492

#WeAreJCPS
24 days ago, JCPS Communications
Application period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Apply now on the JCPS website.
UPDATE: Friday, Dec. 12, 2025 will be an NTI day for students and staff. All athletic and extracurricular events are canceled.
24 days ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day on Friday, December 12, 2025
❄️IMPORTANT | Due to forecasted winter weather, all JCPS events scheduled for 7 p.m. or later this evening (Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025) are canceled. A decision on Friday’s schedule will be announced tonight or early tomorrow morning.
25 days ago, JCPS Communications
All JCPS events scheduled for 7 p.m. of later this evening (Thursday, December 11) are canceled.
✅ APPLICATION ASSISTANCE | Need help completing your child's application for the 2026-27 school year? JCPS will host a Community Application Assistance event at the Passport Community Space on Wednesday, Dec. 9. See the flyer for more details!
27 days ago, JCPS Communications
"Flyer with a yellow background decorated with school supplies such as pencils, scissors, paper clips, paintbrushes, and notebooks. In the center is a white cloud-shaped text box that reads: 'Community Application Assistance at the Passport Community Space.' Below it, the flyer lists the event location and details: '2028 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40210. Dec 9th from 4:30 PM–6:30 PM.' It states the event is sponsored by the Office of School Choice and includes contact information: '(502) 485-6250, jcpsschoolchoice@jefferson.kyschools.us.' On the right side, there is a small illustration of a graduation cap on a globe and a laptop with a person’s silhouette on the screen. A note at the bottom says: 'The School Choice Office will be on site to help complete student applications.' JCPS logo appears in the lower left corner."
✅ DON’T FORGET | Have you completed your child’s application yet? The deadline is coming up! If your student is entering kindergarten or has never attended a JCPS school, remember to register online first to get your access key. Need help? Call the Office of School Choice at 502-485-6250.

Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2523492
28 days ago, JCPS Communications
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
📢 JCBE ANNOUNCEMENT | The Chair and Vice Chair of the Jefferson County Board of Education announced they will formally move to pause the plan to consolidate and close schools, following recent community input.

You can read more on the JCPS News Page. https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2583609
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Jefferson County Board of Education Announcement
📢 JCBE ANNOUNCEMENT | The Chair and Vice Chair of the Jefferson County Board of Education announced they will formally move to pause the plan to consolidate and close schools, following recent community input.

You can read more on the JCPS News Page. https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2583609
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Jefferson County Board of Education Announcement
✅ NOW HIRING | This season, choose purpose. Instructional assistants provide essential support and stability in the classroom, helping students reach their full potential every day. Be part of their journey!

Start making a difference now: jcps.me/careers.

Grow With JCPS. Build A Future Where You Belong.
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
A promotional flyer for JCPS recruiting Instructional Assistants. At the top, a photo shows an adult woman smiling and talking with a young child in a classroom setting. A megaphone graphic sits beside the headline: “Make This Season Meaningful – Join JCPS as an Instructional Assistant.” Benefits listed include: benefits package, family-friendly schedule, growth opportunities, and pay from $17.43–$20.07 per hour with noted stipends. Positions available include Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education, with brief role descriptions. A QR code appears at the bottom next to the text “Grow With JCPS. Build A Future Where You Belong.” The flyer ends with “Apply Now” and the link jcps.me/careers along with the JCPS logo.
🛠️ FRAMING THE FUTURE | Valley High School's Building and Maintenance (BAM) Pathway gives students real-world, in-demand trade skills, preparing them for well-paid careers without college debt.

Learn more: https://www.aoflalliance.org/news/framing-the-future-how-valley-highs-bam-pathway-lays-the-foundation-for-lucrative-careers
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
A teachers holds a 2x4 while students watch.
A student operates a table saw.
All JCPS schools and offices will return to a regular, in-person schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

Our teams have worked hard to ensure our facilities and transportation routes are ready, and we’re excited to have students and staff back in our buildings.
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Schools are open Wednesday, December 3, 2025
📺 OUR KIDS DECEMBER 2025 | The new episode of "Our Kids" is out! This month's show is hosted by Atherton High School correspondent Edwin Sabic.

✅ Check it out: https://youtu.be/X6HRhlpwvGc
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Our kids correspondent.