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.
1 day ago, JCPS Communications
Schools are open Wednesday, December 3, 2025
❄NTI DAY | Due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions throughout the county, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, will be a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day for students and staff. On short-term NTI days, instruction is asynchronous and self-paced, meaning students will not receive live, online lessons from a teacher. Families received school-specific NTI plans last week. NTI Days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar. All after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled. If there are any changes to YMCA CEP, families will be notified by CEP. The community forum originally scheduled for Tuesday evening at the Center for Professional Learning has been rescheduled. It will now take place on Thursday, November 4, from 5–6 p.m. at Stewart Auditorium.
2 days ago, Bates Elementary
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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.
2 days ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025
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.
3 days ago, JCPS Communications
Community Application Event. 12/03/2025. 5:30 to 7 pm. Newburg Library, 4800 Exeter Ave., Louisville, KY 40218. Join us for information about school choices and assistance with submitting applications.

We are being proactive (think Habit #1!) and communicating our Bates Elementary Short Term NTI Plan. We will follow this plan in the event of future weather events and school closures. As always, we will communicate any schools closing via our school website and social media channels. You may want to bookmark this information.

Beginning in November, Chromebooks will be sent home with all students. A charged Chromebook should be kept in students' backpacks and go back and forth between home and school each day.

Please reach out to your child's teacher with any questions or concerns.

Please see link below for our Short Term NTI Plan:

Bates Elementary short term NTI plan

3 days ago, Bates Elementary
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We are excited to welcome our Bates Bears back tomorrow! We hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving Day! As a reminder, each of our students were asked to complete the Thanksgiving Technology Challenge by logging in to their Google Classrooms.

Please return the form that was sent home with your student. Each student who completes the challenge and returns their form will be given a special reward!
4 days ago, Bates Elementary
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REMINDER | JCPS will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28. Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and happy Thanksgiving Break!
8 days ago, JCPS Communications
Happy Thanksgiving. JCPS will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28.
Bates Families-
Beginning Tuesday November 25, Chromebooks will be sent home with all students. A charged Chromebook should be kept in students' backpacks and go back and forth between home and school each day.
Please check your email to view a video shown to all students as a reminder of how to properly handle their Chromebooks. Please take a moment and view this video and discuss expectations with your student:
We are asking each Bates student to practice logging in to Google Classroom sometime from November 26th-November 30th (during Thanksgiving Break). Each student will be sent home with a form indicating they were able to log in or that help is needed. Please complete that form and return to school on Monday, December 1st.
We are resharing our Bates Elementary Short Term NTI Plan. Please check your email for a link to our NTI Plan. We will follow this plan in the event of future weather events and school closures. You may want to bookmark this information.
Please reach out to your child's teacher with any questions or concerns.
9 days ago, Bates Elementary
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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.
10 days ago, JCPS Communications

Bates families!

Don't forget our Bates Bears PTA fundraisers with Bubba's 33!

-on December 4th- mention this flyer and Bates Elementary will get 10% of your check!

-10% of all gift card purchases at Bubba's come back to Bates (scan the QR code on the flyer to order)

10 days ago, Bates Elementary
bubbas fundraiser
bubbas fundraiser
🎉 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 ❤️.
15 days ago, JCPS Communications
National Education Association. Happy Education Support Professionals Day. #WeLoveOurESPs

We are being proactive (think Habit #1!) and communicating our Bates Elementary Short Term NTI Plan. We will follow this plan in the event of future weather events and school closures. You may want to bookmark this information.

Beginning Tuesday November 25, Chromebooks will be sent home with all students. A charged Chromebook should be kept in students' backpacks and go back and forth between home and school each day.

We are asking each Bates student to practice logging in to Google Classroom sometime from November 26th-November 30th (during Thanksgiving Break). Each student will be sent home with a form indicating they were able to log in or that help is needed. Please complete that form and return to school on Monday, December 1st.

Please reach out to your child's teacher with any questions or concerns.

Bates Elementary short term NTI plan

16 days ago, Bates Elementary
💯 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
17 days ago, JCPS Communications
100 Days with Dr. Brian Yearwood.
What we've done so far...Seven community conversations, hearing from parents and community partners across the district.
Dozens of school visits, connecting with students, staff, and principals.
Raised more than $13,000 to fight hunger through Dare to Care.
Announced a 5% reduction in chronic absenteeism.
And so much more to come. Thank you, Dr. Yearwood.
❤️ 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
21 days ago, JCPS Communications
World Kindness Day: JCPS
Make plans to join us Tuesday, Nov. 18th at Fiesta Time Amigos for Bates Spirit Night!
21 days ago, Bates Elementary
Bates Sprit Night
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!
22 days ago, JCPS Communications
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
We are teaming up with Bubba’s 33 for a quick fundraiser. These flyers will come home with your student this week. Great gift ideas to the holidays. If you have any questions please reach out at batesbearspta@yahoo.com
23 days ago, Bates Elementary
Bates PTA fundraiser
CALLING COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS | Do you love JCPS and want to help share the good news? We’re looking for passionate community members to join the new JCPS Community Champions program!

This is your chance to become a trusted insider and a powerful advocate by:

✅ Amplifying student success stories.
✅ Gently correcting misinformation.
✅ Providing essential community feedback.

➡️ Deadline to apply is November 24, 2025!

APPLY OR NOMINATE TODAY and help us champion JCPS success: https://forms.gle/6FQ7tqq75VbMCZvw6
24 days ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Champions Graphic
Congratulations to our Bates Bears Volleyball team for their 2nd place finish! What a great season!! Congratulations Bears!!
26 days ago, Bates Elementary
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Congratulations to our Bates Bears volleyball team. They’ll play for the championship tomorrow at 9:45 am at Stuart middle school. Come out and support our bears! 
26 days ago, Bates Elementary