📢 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
You can read more on the JCPS News Page. https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2583609

📢 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
You can read more on the JCPS News Page. https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2583609

✅ 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.
Start making a difference now: jcps.me/careers.
Grow With JCPS. Build A Future Where You Belong.

🛠️ 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
Learn more: https://www.aoflalliance.org/news/framing-the-future-how-valley-highs-bam-pathway-lays-the-foundation-for-lucrative-careers


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.
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.

📺 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
✅ Check it out: https://youtu.be/X6HRhlpwvGc

Due to inclement weather, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, will be a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day for JCPS students and staff. All JCPS buildings are closed and all after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled.

SCHOOL APPLICATION ASSISTANCE | The JCPS School Application Period remains open through Dec. 19. If you need help submitting your application for the 2026-27 school year, the Office of School Choice will be on-site at the Newburg Library this Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. You can also receive assistance from the Office of School Choice, M-F, over the phone at (502) 485-6250 or at the LAM building.

REMINDER | JCPS will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28. Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and happy Thanksgiving Break!

📺 OUR KIDS PREVIEW | Atherton High School correspondent Edwin Sabic gives us a preview of the December 2025 “Our Kids” show.
✅ Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FG6afR8V3j0
✅ Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FG6afR8V3j0

SCHOOL CHOICE | JCPS offers a variety of school choices. Do you need help deciding which is the best fit for your student before applying? Hear from the Office of School Choice about the registration and application process, and what to consider when choosing a school: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzI5Wt4Rqws
Applications are open now through Dec. 19.
Applications are open now through Dec. 19.
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | Congratulations to our ECE Department's own Samantha Howard and Brittany Mason! Both were honored at the Kentucky Association for Applied Behavior Analysis (KYABA) Conference for their incredible impact on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Samantha received the Friend of Behavior Analysis Award, and Brittany earned the Educator for ABA Award. We’re proud of their dedication to supporting our students and staff. 💙
Samantha received the Friend of Behavior Analysis Award, and Brittany earned the Educator for ABA Award. We’re proud of their dedication to supporting our students and staff. 💙

💛 FORCE FOR GOOD | Academy @ Shawnee students are proving that business can be a force for good. At the Good Business Summit, they highlighted Canopy’s new “Business Beyond Profit” curriculum—an innovative partnership empowering teens to tackle real business challenges with purpose-driven solutions.
From consulting local businesses to pitching ventures that uplift their community, these young leaders are redefining success with joy at the center. Read how this pilot is shaping Kentucky’s next generation of changemakers: jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2540644
From consulting local businesses to pitching ventures that uplift their community, these young leaders are redefining success with joy at the center. Read how this pilot is shaping Kentucky’s next generation of changemakers: jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2540644
🎉 HAPPY EDUCATION SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS DAY | Thank you to all of the education support professionals who keep our schools running smoothly. Success takes a team, and ESPs are at the heart of it ❤️.

🏫 CROSBY OPEN HOUSE | Tonight at 5:30, Crosby Middle School will welcome in families to learn about what makes their school great. After a general information session, parents can choose from the following options:
👀 Take a tour of the campus
🎵 Meet the Crosby Music / KEY teachers
💡 Tour EXPLORE Programs
🔍 Inquire about any Crosby programs
👀 Take a tour of the campus
🎵 Meet the Crosby Music / KEY teachers
💡 Tour EXPLORE Programs
🔍 Inquire about any Crosby programs

🍴 CULINARY CONGRATS | Iroquois High School’s Culinary & Food Services Pathway received a $15,000 donation from the Black Chef Showcase! They plan to use the funds to support student scholarships for culinary school so that these young chefs can work toward opening restaurants, catering companies, and more.





💯 100 DAYS WITH DR. YEARWOOD | We're proud to celebrate the progress made during Dr. Brian Yearwood's first 100 days as Superintendent! Click below to read his letter to our community about the work he’s done in these first days.
Read more here: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2551228
Read more here: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2551228






🦅 LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE 🇺🇸 | Fern Creek High School Marine Corps JROTC (MCJROTC) continues its legacy of excellence! The program earned the Marine Corps Reserve Association Award for the sixth time, recognizing them as one of the top medium-category MCJROTC units in the nation. They were also named a Naval Honor School—an honor earned by only the top 20% of units—marking an incredible 41 total designations and 27 consecutive years!
A special moment of the ceremony: Superintendent Dr. Yearwood helped present the awards, celebrating this outstanding achievement with our community.
A special moment of the ceremony: Superintendent Dr. Yearwood helped present the awards, celebrating this outstanding achievement with our community.
❤️ HAPPY WORLD KINDNESS DAY! 🌍 | Hear from students at Indian Trail Elementary School as they remind us what kindness is all about: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7MpwY7aTspo

APPLICATIONS OVER APPS | On Saturday, Nov. 15, the Office of School Choice will be on-site at the JCPS Satellite Office (1107 S. 17th St.) to answer any questions you have about the school application process. Several criteria-based magnet school representatives will also be present to assist. See the flyers below for more details!






