We are so excited to see our new Bears!

Kindergarten Camp July 21st 9:30am-12:30pm
Kindergarten Brigance Testing July 22-23 9:30-3:30 Sign up using the QR Code in your email.
about 7 hours ago, Victoria Lea
Kindergarten Postcard
We are excited to see our Bates Bears!

Supply Drop Off is August 5th.
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1 day ago, Victoria Lea
Important Dates
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
3 days ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Board Vacancy
🚌 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
24 days ago, JCPS Communications
Promotional graphic from JCPS advertising the My Ride K-12 school bus tracking app. The design features a blue and white background with the JCPS logo and the headline, “Download Our New Bus Tracking App Now,” followed by “Available On Your Smartphone.” A card displays the My Ride K-12 app logo, the text “Mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27,” the website myridek12.tylerapp.com, and a star rating. Two smartphone mockups show the app’s Message Center screen with bus arrival notifications. A large “Download App” button appears at the bottom.
☀️ 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
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Two workers load boxes into a car trunk.

Want a quick way to help our school? Make Bates Elementary your school for Community Rewards at Kroger. Visit www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards for details.

about 1 month ago, Victoria Lea
Kroger Communuty Rewards
🚨 ACTION REQUIRED | TODAY IS THE FINAL DAY! 🚨We need to know how your child will get to and from school for the 2026-27 school year.

Today, June 8, 2026, is the final day to request bus transportation for the first day of school. Every JCPS family must complete the Transportation Verification (TV) form to let us know your plans.

Eligible bus riders who fill out the form by the end of the day today will be notified of their bus stop location in July via the JCPS Bus Teller. Don't delay—get your request in now!

👉 Complete the form here: https://cloudapps.jefferson.kyschools.us/TransportationPortal
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: "Guardian Action Required" and includes a screenshot of the JCPS Transportation Portal website.
🚍 BIG CHANGES ARE COMING TO TRANSIT IN LOUISVILLE | Starting Aug. 2, TARC is launching the New TARC Network—with redesigned routes, improved connections, and more frequent service where it’s needed most.

This system update is designed to make transit simpler, faster, and more reliable for riders across the region.

Learn more: https://www.ridetarc.org/newtarcnetwork/
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS & the New TARC Network flyer
JCPS & the New TARC Network flyer
Bates Families: If your student left items at school--Friday May 29th is the last day to pick up! Any items not picked up will be thrown away or donated.
about 2 months ago, Victoria Lea
🚌 BUS TRACKING TOOL | 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.

Click the link below to download the app and learn more.
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/o/jcps/article/2895007
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Download our new bus tracking app now. Available on your smartphone. My Ride K-12. Mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27. myridek12.tylerapp.com, Download app.

Bates Families- It's time to elect your SBDM (School Based Decision Making) Council members. Please review the nominees and choose your favorites. You will make two selections: One candidate for 1-year term and One candidate for 2-year term. See your email for details.

Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPriGwVh23oaE0hkEQwvG1SnIkXUbCBA580AtB1HoFjSX6lQ/viewform

about 2 months ago, Victoria Lea
SBDM Bios
SBDM Bios

Field Day is Wednesday- No School Tomorrow! See your email for important Field Day Reminders and rain plan.

2 months ago, Victoria Lea
Field Day Reminders
Checkout these awesome upcoming opportunities for our students! Fern Creek Optimist Soccer Tryouts and Newburg Tennis Clinic.
2 months ago, Victoria Lea
Soccer Tryouts
Tennis Clinic

Bates Families- We are a week away from Field Day! Reminder: All guests/visitors must RSVP and have an approved background check by May 15th. Please see your email for details.

2 months ago, Victoria Lea
Field Day Reminders
Bates families-Join us tomorrow and wear green for Mental Health Awareness Month!
2 months ago, Victoria Lea
Weare Green

Bates Families- We are a week away from Field Day! Reminder: All guests/visitors must RSVP and have an approved background check by May 15th. Please see your email for details.

2 months ago, Victoria Lea
Field Day Reminders
🚌 BUS TRACKING TOOL | 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.

Click the link below to download the app and learn more.

https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/o/jcps/article/2895007
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Download our new bus tracking app now. Available on your smartphone. My Ride K-12. Mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27. myridek12.tylerapp.com, Download app.
Bates Families: Join us tomorrow night at Fiesta Time Amigos for Bates PTA Spirit Night Fundraiser! 10% of all sales go to Bates!
2 months ago, Victoria Lea
Fiesta Time Fundraiser
Louisville Male HS will be hosting our Bulldog Volleyball Youth Camp on June 16th, 17th, and 18th, and we would love for you to share this with your students and families. The camp is open to both boys and girls and is designed to introduce and develop volleyball skills in a fun and supportive environment.

The elementary session is for students entering 3rd–6th grade and will run from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day. Any 6th graders with prior volleyball experience are also welcome to attend our middle school session, which runs from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for students entering 7th–9th grade.

The cost of the camp is $100, and payment can be mailed in advance or brought on the first day (cash or check accepted). Families can register by scanning the QR code or using the following links:
Elementary Camp: https://forms.gle/d6F5pH4W6xcrreby8
Middle School Camp: https://forms.gle/n5h96bgV42pp7imw9
2 months ago, Victoria Lea
VBall Camp Flyer

Welcome Incoming Kindergartners!

Important! Tell us how your child plans to get to and from school next school year by May 16th. Walker, car rider, school bus, or CEP-We need to know. Please fill out our transportation verification form. If you need help please call 502-485-8208.

Form Transportation Verification

2 months ago, Victoria Lea