Jefferson County Public Schools

NTI DAY | Today, our teams spent the day evaluating road conditions and school campuses across the District. While many main roads remain in good shape, several side streets and neighborhood roadways are still icy.

These conditions have led us to utilize another Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day on Friday, January 30. Students should follow their school-specific NTI instructions. NTI days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar.

All athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

STAY UP TO DATE | JCPS families, if you did not receive alerts earlier this week related to the winter weather, please double-check that your contact information in Infinite Campus is current. You can update your details online or by calling your child’s school.

👉 Update online: https://bit.ly/JCPSUpdateContactInfo

Note: Updates may take up to 24 hours to show up in the app.

TECHNICAL ISSUE | We’re aware of a technical issue with the Parent Portal that is causing some 2026–27 school year enrollment information to display incorrectly. Our IT team is actively working to resolve the issue, and we anticipate it will be fixed by next week.

We’ll share an update once the issue is resolved. Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we apologize for any inconvenience.

❄ NTI DAYS | After evaluating road conditions throughout the community, Wednesday, Jan. 28 and Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, will be Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Days for JCPS students and staff.

While our crews report that most main roads are in good shape, many side streets and neighborhood roads across the county remain hazardous. Due to these lingering conditions and low temperatures, we believe transitioning to NTI is the safest choice for our students and staff.

Students should follow their school’s established NTI protocols. NTI days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar.

All after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Wednesday and Thursday. If there are any changes to the YMCA CEP program, families will be notified by YMCA CEP.

Thank you for your continued patience and flexibility as we navigate these winter conditions. Please stay warm and safe.

❄️ SNOW DAY FUN ❄️ | We love seeing how our JCPS students are spending their snow days! Share your photos with us on Facebook @JCPSKY!

Due to snow and hazardous road conditions, Monday, Jan. 26 and Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 will be traditional snow days with no online learning. All after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled. If there are any changes to YMCA CEP, families will be notified by CEP.

📺 OUR KIDS PREVIEW | Pleasure Ridge Park High School correspondent Desiree Robear gives us a preview of the February 2026 “Our Kids” show.

✅ Check it out: https://youtu.be/9dX2GEmKDVw

🚨 EVENTS CANCELED THIS WEEKEND | Due to the forecasted winter storm, all JCPS athletic events, practices, and extracurricular activities scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 24, and Sunday, Jan. 25, are CANCELED. Please stay safe and check the JCPS website for further updates regarding Monday’s schedule.

✨ MORNING MAGIC | Last week, JCPS's Mornings with Moms brought incredible energy to Stopher Elementary School, surprising students at drop-off with a warm welcome!

Thank you to these amazing women for showing our students that their community is cheering them on every step of the way!

✍️ POWERFUL VOICE | Congratulations to Newcomer Academy student Juan Garcia Chich, who tied for 1st place in the Kentucky Martin Luther King Jr. State Commission's 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. essay contest! 🥇

Our students are not just learning history—they are writing the future. Way to go, Juan!

❤️ COMPASSION IN ACTION | Music, gifts, and a whole lot of heart.

The Waggener High School Black Student Union recently visited Little Sisters of the Poor, sharing their time and talent. Not only did they perform music and sing, but these students also collected $100+ out of their own pockets to buy gifts for the residents.

This is what leadership looks like! 👏

NEW YEAR, NEW PURPOSE | Join a district where every role contributes to student success. We want YOU on our team.

📚 Teachers
🤝 Instructional Assistants
🛠️ Operations

👉 Apply today and make an impact: jcps.me/careers
🌱 Grow With JCPS. Build A Future Where You Belong.

🗓️ 2026-27 CALENDAR | The 2026–27 School Calendar is now available! Plan ahead for key dates, breaks, and important milestones. 🎒✏️

Check it out: https://bit.ly/2026-27CalendarJCPS

🎥 STUDENT PRODUCED | Pleasure Ridge Park High School Academies of Louisville students went all in producing this story about their beloved plant operator, Kellea Charleston. This one’s a must-watch! 🔥🎬

Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKz8tIGmG_A

⚡️ POWERHOUSE PRESENCE | The #JCPSFlashDads showed up BIG at Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Elementary this morning. 💙 More than 110 men surprised students with smiles, high-fives, and encouragement—one of the largest Flash Dads turnouts yet!

Proof that showing up makes all the difference. 👏

📺 OUR KIDS JANUARY 2026 | The new episode of "Our Kids" is out! This month's show is hosted by Ballard High School correspondent Taylar Palmer.

✅ Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y71ya_ubvNs

🗓️ MARK YOUR CALENDARS | Welcome back, students and families! While we settle back into routines, don’t forget to plan ahead for a well-deserved break.

🌼 Spring Break is April 6–10, 2026. 🌼

🩺 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

📚 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!