Reminder for all K/1 families! Our doors will open at 10:00 tomorrow for the parade!
2 months ago, Bates Elementary
holidays around the world
We're excited to welcome our Bates Bears back tomorrow! We invite our students to join us in our 4 Days of Holiday Tidings this week!
2 months ago, Bates Elementary
holiday tidings
‼️ 4 DAYS LEFT | Don’t wait! There are only 4 days left to apply for the 2026-27 school year. As a reminder, if your student is entering kindergarten or has never attended a JCPS school, you must register online first to get your access key. If you need assistance, call 502-485-6250.
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer
Application Period Frequently Asked Questions Flyer

NTI DAY | Due to forecasted frigid temperatures in the early morning hours on Monday, December 15, 2025, we have made the decision to use a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day for students and staff.

This decision was made with the safety and well-being of our students in mind, as they would be waiting at bus stops and walking to school in extremely cold conditions. The National Weather Service tells us temperatures could drop as low as 1 below with windchill.

On short-term NTI days, instruction is asynchronous and self-paced, meaning students will not receive live, online lessons from a teacher. All families received NTI instructions from their schools.

Temperatures are expected to warm throughout the day so all after school athletic and extracurricular activities will go on as scheduled.

If there are any changes to YMCA CEP, families will be notified by CEP.

Bates short term NTI plan can be found here: Bates NTI Plan

2 months ago, Bates Elementary
NTI day
Due to forecasted frigid temperatures in the early morning hours on Monday, December 15, 2025, we have made the decision to use a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day for students and staff. Temperatures are expected to warm throughout the day so all after school athletic and extracurricular activities will go on as scheduled.
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day Monday, December 15, 2025.
ONE WEEK | Reminder! The Application Period for the 2026–27 school year closes in one week. Families with incoming kindergarten, 6th, or 9th-grade students who live in the Choice Zone will need to select between their close-to-home or their far-away school options before next Friday’s deadline.

Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2523492

#WeAreJCPS
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Application period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Apply now on the JCPS website.

JCPS will use Friday, December 12th as an NTI Day.

Please see link below for our Short Term NTI Plan:

Bates Elementary short term NTI plan

2 months ago, Bates Elementary
NTI day
UPDATE: Friday, Dec. 12, 2025 will be an NTI day for students and staff. All athletic and extracurricular events are canceled.
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day on Friday, December 12, 2025
❄️IMPORTANT | Due to forecasted winter weather, all JCPS events scheduled for 7 p.m. or later this evening (Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025) are canceled. A decision on Friday’s schedule will be announced tonight or early tomorrow morning.
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
All JCPS events scheduled for 7 p.m. of later this evening (Thursday, December 11) are canceled.
✅ APPLICATION ASSISTANCE | Need help completing your child's application for the 2026-27 school year? JCPS will host a Community Application Assistance event at the Passport Community Space on Wednesday, Dec. 9. See the flyer for more details!
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
"Flyer with a yellow background decorated with school supplies such as pencils, scissors, paper clips, paintbrushes, and notebooks. In the center is a white cloud-shaped text box that reads: 'Community Application Assistance at the Passport Community Space.' Below it, the flyer lists the event location and details: '2028 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40210. Dec 9th from 4:30 PM–6:30 PM.' It states the event is sponsored by the Office of School Choice and includes contact information: '(502) 485-6250, jcpsschoolchoice@jefferson.kyschools.us.' On the right side, there is a small illustration of a graduation cap on a globe and a laptop with a person’s silhouette on the screen. A note at the bottom says: 'The School Choice Office will be on site to help complete student applications.' JCPS logo appears in the lower left corner."
We are gearing up for Winter Break by dressing up each day next week (December 15-19). We would like to invite students to join in on the fun!
2 months ago, Bates Elementary
5 Days of Holiday Tidings 2025
Our Lost and Found is FULL! Bates families- please take a look at the items below. If you are missing something let us know and we will do our best to return it to its owner: https://forms.gle/YLNHUdPEUGUMd4WTA
2 months ago, Bates Elementary
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✅ DON’T FORGET | Have you completed your child’s application yet? The deadline is coming up! If your student is entering kindergarten or has never attended a JCPS school, remember to register online first to get your access key. Need help? Call the Office of School Choice at 502-485-6250.

Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2523492
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
Thank you for helping our car rider line run smoothly in the mornings and afternoons💙
3 months ago, Bates Elementary
car rider reminders
📢 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
3 months ago, JCPS Communications
Jefferson County Board of Education Announcement
📢 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
3 months ago, JCPS Communications
Jefferson County Board of Education Announcement
Make plans to join us!
3 months ago, Bates Elementary
skate night
✅ 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.
3 months ago, JCPS Communications
A promotional flyer for JCPS recruiting Instructional Assistants. At the top, a photo shows an adult woman smiling and talking with a young child in a classroom setting. A megaphone graphic sits beside the headline: “Make This Season Meaningful – Join JCPS as an Instructional Assistant.” Benefits listed include: benefits package, family-friendly schedule, growth opportunities, and pay from $17.43–$20.07 per hour with noted stipends. Positions available include Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education, with brief role descriptions. A QR code appears at the bottom next to the text “Grow With JCPS. Build A Future Where You Belong.” The flyer ends with “Apply Now” and the link jcps.me/careers along with the JCPS logo.
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.
3 months 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.
3 months ago, Bates Elementary
NTI