💡 DID YOU KNOW | JCPS has adopted a Language Access Plan (LAP), available in multiple languages, to help ensure multilingual students, families, and employees can communicate effectively and access district services and information in their preferred language.
View the LAP: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG2bBklRnQ/3r-5oYH2VnEDGflVdbC5PQ/view?utm_content=DAG2bBklRnQ&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hfa48bdac12
Available in multiple languages: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FSP9gKb5lplKaJpYFC3WZrHpgf5puE6U/view?ts=6a724033
The LAP explains the language support services, resources, and communication assistance available throughout the district. It also describes how JCPS provides interpretation and translation services, approved language-access technology, employee training, and multilingual communication practices across schools and programs.
If employees prefer to communicate in a language other than English, they can contact their immediate supervisor for work-related communication within their department or the appropriate district department when seeking assistance from another district office, such as Human Resources.
Schools, programs, and departments may request language support services through the Language Services Office to facilitate communication with students, families, and employees who prefer to communicate in a language other than English.
To learn more about the LAP, information about language support services, and district language access resources, visit the JCPS Language Services webpage: https://jeffersoncpsky.sites.thrillshare.com/o/jcps/page/language-services
View the LAP: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG2bBklRnQ/3r-5oYH2VnEDGflVdbC5PQ/view?utm_content=DAG2bBklRnQ&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hfa48bdac12
Available in multiple languages: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FSP9gKb5lplKaJpYFC3WZrHpgf5puE6U/view?ts=6a724033
The LAP explains the language support services, resources, and communication assistance available throughout the district. It also describes how JCPS provides interpretation and translation services, approved language-access technology, employee training, and multilingual communication practices across schools and programs.
If employees prefer to communicate in a language other than English, they can contact their immediate supervisor for work-related communication within their department or the appropriate district department when seeking assistance from another district office, such as Human Resources.
Schools, programs, and departments may request language support services through the Language Services Office to facilitate communication with students, families, and employees who prefer to communicate in a language other than English.
To learn more about the LAP, information about language support services, and district language access resources, visit the JCPS Language Services webpage: https://jeffersoncpsky.sites.thrillshare.com/o/jcps/page/language-services
🚌 485-RIDE NOW CLOSED | The JCPS 485-RIDE Bus Hotline has closed for the 2026-27 school year. JCPS families who have transportation-related questions can reach out to their child's school for assistance or check out http://jcpsfirstday.com for frequently asked questions and resources.
If you haven't already, download the My Ride K-12 app and add your student to track bus locations in real time, check route schedules, and view substitute bus numbers.
Learn more: https://jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2895007
If you haven't already, download the My Ride K-12 app and add your student to track bus locations in real time, check route schedules, and view substitute bus numbers.
Learn more: https://jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2895007
📸 FIRST DAY IN PHOTOS | Looking back at Thursday's big smiles as we step into our first full week of the 2026-27 school year! Let's keep that first-day energy going in every classroom across the district. 💛✏️
🎒📚 WELCOME BACK, JCPS | Happy first day of school! We’re so excited to kick off the 2026-27 school year.
📸 Don’t forget to share your back-to-school moments with us on social media using #JCPSFirstDay!
📸 Don’t forget to share your back-to-school moments with us on social media using #JCPSFirstDay!
🎒 SCHOOL STARTS TOMORROW | We can't wait to welcome students tomorrow, Thursday, August 6, for the first day of school!
Tips to help you start the year off strong:
🔗 Visit www.jcpsfirstday.com for important back-to-school information and answers to frequently asked questions.
🚍 Continue checking your child's bus stop up until tomorrow morning as routes are subject to change.
📞 Call 485-RIDE with transportation-related questions.
Tips to help you start the year off strong:
🔗 Visit www.jcpsfirstday.com for important back-to-school information and answers to frequently asked questions.
🚍 Continue checking your child's bus stop up until tomorrow morning as routes are subject to change.
📞 Call 485-RIDE with transportation-related questions.
🎒 BACK-TO-SCHOOL PREP | Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood and district leaders met with media today to share key plans and updates for the 2026-27 school year.
📺 Watch the press conference: https://youtu.be/vbVnqP-a83Y
🔗 Read more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3059185
📺 Watch the press conference: https://youtu.be/vbVnqP-a83Y
🔗 Read more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3059185
🎉 ADMIN KICKOFF | JCPS leaders gathered this week to kick off the 2026-27 school year and hear from Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood, students, and keynote speaker Jeff Walz, head coach of the University of Louisville Women's Basketball team!
The Jefferson County Association of School Administrators (JCASA) also announced its 2026 JCASA Administrator of the Year awards. Congratulations to:
🌟 Brandon Brooks, Plant Operator, Hite Elementary School
🌟 Ashley Dabney, School Safety Administrator, Indian Trail Elementary School
🌟 Shanee Lassiter, FRYSC Coordinator - Elementary, Crums Lane Elementary School
🌟 Carla Wright, FRYSC Coordinator - Middle, Crosby Middle School
🌟 Regina Jackson-Willis, FRYSC Coordinator - High, Liberty High School
🌟 Nikki Farris, Early Childhood Counselor, Westport Early Childhood
🌟 Malia Gibson, Counselor - Elementary, Whitney Young at Englehard
🌟 Brandy McMillen, Counselor - Middle, Meyzeek Middle School
🌟 Dr. Danielle Washburn, Counselor - High, Central High School
🌟 Brian Meers, Assistant Principal - Elementary, Schaffner Elementary
🌟 Emily Rickert, Assistant Principal - Middle, Echo Trail Middle School
🌟 Lekieta Chinn, Assistant Principal - High, W.E.B. DuBois Academy
🌟 Heather Brumback, Early Childhood Principal, Dawson-Orman Preschool
🌟 Keisha Fulson, Principal - Elementary, Perry Elementary School
🌟 Joshua Bourgeois, Principal - Middle, Thomas Jefferson Middle School
🌟 Sariena Sampson, Principal - High, Southern High School
🌟 Dr. Marco Munoz, School Support Administrator, VanHoose Education Center - ARSI
See more photos from the event: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DKtMXIx7ZiMT1ygpI4KZEndomZiBNqlz
The Jefferson County Association of School Administrators (JCASA) also announced its 2026 JCASA Administrator of the Year awards. Congratulations to:
🌟 Brandon Brooks, Plant Operator, Hite Elementary School
🌟 Ashley Dabney, School Safety Administrator, Indian Trail Elementary School
🌟 Shanee Lassiter, FRYSC Coordinator - Elementary, Crums Lane Elementary School
🌟 Carla Wright, FRYSC Coordinator - Middle, Crosby Middle School
🌟 Regina Jackson-Willis, FRYSC Coordinator - High, Liberty High School
🌟 Nikki Farris, Early Childhood Counselor, Westport Early Childhood
🌟 Malia Gibson, Counselor - Elementary, Whitney Young at Englehard
🌟 Brandy McMillen, Counselor - Middle, Meyzeek Middle School
🌟 Dr. Danielle Washburn, Counselor - High, Central High School
🌟 Brian Meers, Assistant Principal - Elementary, Schaffner Elementary
🌟 Emily Rickert, Assistant Principal - Middle, Echo Trail Middle School
🌟 Lekieta Chinn, Assistant Principal - High, W.E.B. DuBois Academy
🌟 Heather Brumback, Early Childhood Principal, Dawson-Orman Preschool
🌟 Keisha Fulson, Principal - Elementary, Perry Elementary School
🌟 Joshua Bourgeois, Principal - Middle, Thomas Jefferson Middle School
🌟 Sariena Sampson, Principal - High, Southern High School
🌟 Dr. Marco Munoz, School Support Administrator, VanHoose Education Center - ARSI
See more photos from the event: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DKtMXIx7ZiMT1ygpI4KZEndomZiBNqlz
🎒 ONE WEEK TO GO | The countdown is officially ON! We are just one week away from welcoming JCPS students back for the 2026–27 school year.
Dust off those backpacks, double-check those supply lists, and get ready for a great year! 🎉
Dust off those backpacks, double-check those supply lists, and get ready for a great year! 🎉
🌟 JCPS 101 | Big welcome to the newest members of the JCPS family! 🍎✨
This week, our Professional Development & Learning (PDL) team hosted JCPS 101, giving new and new-to-district teachers the ultimate welcome.
Educators kicked off the day with inspiring remarks from PDL Director Dr. Carla Kent, Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood, and Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman. From content deep-dives to connecting with partners like JCTA and Class Act, our teachers are geared up and ready for an incredible year!
This week, our Professional Development & Learning (PDL) team hosted JCPS 101, giving new and new-to-district teachers the ultimate welcome.
Educators kicked off the day with inspiring remarks from PDL Director Dr. Carla Kent, Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood, and Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman. From content deep-dives to connecting with partners like JCTA and Class Act, our teachers are geared up and ready for an incredible year!
🚍 485-RIDE IS OPEN | Have transportation-related questions? The JCPS 485-RIDE bus hotline is now open! Please note 485-RIDE is a temporary hotline, and hours are subject to change.
2026 485-RIDE Hotline Hours:
Tuesday, July 28, 2026: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday, July 30, 2026: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, July 31, 2026: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday, August 3, 2026: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, August 4, 2026: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday, August 6, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday, August 7, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday, August 10, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
🚌 ADD YOUR STUDENT | JCPS families will have a new tool to track their students' school bus for the 2026-27 school year. With My Ride K-12, you can see exactly where the bus is on a live map and get accurate, real-time ETAs sent straight to your phone.
Download the app now, and add your student to your account. Learn more in the link below.
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2895007
🎒 GEARED FOR SUCCESS | Local families came together this weekend for a Back-to-School Backpack & School Supplies Giveaway and Community Fair!
Students received free backpacks filled with supplies, JCPS summer meals, books, health screenings, and help scheduling appointments for school uniforms.
A massive THANK YOU to the incredible community partners and JCPS staff who made this possible:
🌟 Newburg Apostolic Church
🌟 First Neighborhood Place
🌟 12+ JCPS Family Resource & Youth Services Centers (FRYSCs)
Thank you for coming together to ensure our students start the school year prepared, supported, and ready to learn! 📚✨
Students received free backpacks filled with supplies, JCPS summer meals, books, health screenings, and help scheduling appointments for school uniforms.
A massive THANK YOU to the incredible community partners and JCPS staff who made this possible:
🌟 Newburg Apostolic Church
🌟 First Neighborhood Place
🌟 12+ JCPS Family Resource & Youth Services Centers (FRYSCs)
Thank you for coming together to ensure our students start the school year prepared, supported, and ready to learn! 📚✨
🌟 LEADERSHIP SUMMIT | New school year, same relentless focus on student success! Last week, JCPS principals, regional assistant superintendents, principal supervisors, and division leaders came together for the JCPS Leadership Summit.
From hearing updates from Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood to diving deep into school improvement, opportunity and access, student attendance, and more, this dedicated group of staff collaborated on the critical work that drives our district forward.
We can't wait to welcome our students back for the 2026-27 school year!
From hearing updates from Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood to diving deep into school improvement, opportunity and access, student attendance, and more, this dedicated group of staff collaborated on the critical work that drives our district forward.
We can't wait to welcome our students back for the 2026-27 school year!
BOARD VACANCY | The Jefferson County Board of Education (JCBE) is seeking applications for appointment to fill an at-large vacancy on the JCBE, due to the resignation of James Craig.
Application documents must be received by 4:30 p.m. on July 31, 2026. Learn more and download the application: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3032564
Application documents must be received by 4:30 p.m. on July 31, 2026. Learn more and download the application: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3032564
✅ BECOME AN INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT | Someone's favorite part of the school day could be you. ❤️
As an Instructional Assistant, you'll encourage, support, and inspire students while helping them reach their full potential.
If you're looking for more than just a paycheck, this is your chance to build a career that matters.
✔ Competitive pay & benefits
✔ Early Childhood & Exceptional Child Education opportunities
✔ 48 college credit hours required
Join the team that's helping shape tomorrow: https://www.applitrack.com/jefferson/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Classroom+Instructional+(Non-Certified)
As an Instructional Assistant, you'll encourage, support, and inspire students while helping them reach their full potential.
If you're looking for more than just a paycheck, this is your chance to build a career that matters.
✔ Competitive pay & benefits
✔ Early Childhood & Exceptional Child Education opportunities
✔ 48 college credit hours required
Join the team that's helping shape tomorrow: https://www.applitrack.com/jefferson/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Classroom+Instructional+(Non-Certified)
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) has named Stephanie Roberts as the new principal of Dixie Elementary School.
STORY ➡️ https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3025030
STORY ➡️ https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3025030
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | Dr. Melvin J. Brown has been appointed to be the new executive officer of Talent at JCPS.
STORY ➡️ https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3024842
STORY ➡️ https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3024842
💡 INVESTING IN EXCELLENCE | JCPS staff have been hard at work this summer growing, learning, and preparing for the upcoming school year! The Professional Development and Learning division recently hosted events focused on equipping staff for success.
☀️ Instructional Classified Summer Institute: More than 420 instructional assistants and classified staff members packed Marion C. Moore School for a day tailored specifically to their vital roles. Attendees explored topics like Mindfulness for Educators, Supporting Positive Classroom Behavior, and more. Special thanks to Class Act Federal Credit Union for providing lunch!
🔥 Summer Breakthrough PD: More than 380 teachers gathered across two campuses (Moore and Ballard High) for a deep dive into High-Quality Instructional Resources (HQIR) and student-centered classroom strategies. Teachers fueled up at local food trucks and tackled topics like Math Language Routines and Designing Learner-Centered Environments. The Summer Breakthrough PD will be offered again on July 29!
☀️ Instructional Classified Summer Institute: More than 420 instructional assistants and classified staff members packed Marion C. Moore School for a day tailored specifically to their vital roles. Attendees explored topics like Mindfulness for Educators, Supporting Positive Classroom Behavior, and more. Special thanks to Class Act Federal Credit Union for providing lunch!
🔥 Summer Breakthrough PD: More than 380 teachers gathered across two campuses (Moore and Ballard High) for a deep dive into High-Quality Instructional Resources (HQIR) and student-centered classroom strategies. Teachers fueled up at local food trucks and tackled topics like Math Language Routines and Designing Learner-Centered Environments. The Summer Breakthrough PD will be offered again on July 29!
🚌 DOWNLOAD NOW | JCPS families will have a new tool to track their students' school bus for the 2026-27 school year. With My Ride K-12, you can see exactly where the bus is on a live map and get accurate, real-time ETAs sent straight to your phone.
Download the app now, and mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27.
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2895007
Download the app now, and mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27.
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2895007
☀️ SUMMER MEALS | JCPS is providing nutritious meals to children at no cost through the summer months. For more information, click the link below!
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2935325
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2935325
