🌟 DAY OF SERVICE | More than 200 JCPS middle school student leaders stepped up to give back across Louisville today. Explore Ambassadors volunteered at 11 different organizations—making a real impact in our community. 👥 The largest group—70+ Explore Ambassadors from seven schools—packed food boxes at Love the Hungry. 🪑 25 students from Ramsey Middle built chairs and bicycles for refugee families’ apartments with Catholic Charities of Louisville. We’re so proud of these young leaders who are choosing to lead with heart, service, and purpose!
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Students assemble a bicycle.
Students assemble food packets at Love the Hungry.
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🚨 NOW HIRING: BUS DRIVERS 🚨 | Bus drivers earn $55,000/year on average. Come drive the future with JCPS! Join us this week for our Bus Driver Hiring Blitz: 📅 Friday, April 25, 2025 🕙 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 📍 VanHoose Education Center ✅ On-site applications ✅ Learn more about the role ✅ Make a difference in students' lives
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Promotional flyer for the JCPS Bus Driver Hiring Blitz by Jefferson County Public Schools. The event is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VanHoose Education Center, 3332 Newburg Road. A red and white megaphone graphic is at the top, with bold text reading "JCPS Bus Driver HIRING BLITZ." A red star on the left highlights that the average pay for a JCPS bus driver is $55,000 per year. Another star lists items to bring: driver's license, two forms of ID, high school diploma or GED, voided check, and two references (with name, email, address, and phone number). A third star encourages those with questions to contact the JCPS Welcome Center at (502) 485-3370. A QR code is provided to pre-register. A navy blue star in the lower right corner reads "Enter through the front entrance of the building." JCPS and Equal Opportunity Employer logos are at the bottom.
🎧 SUPERINTENDENTS UNPLUGGED | Superintendent Dr. Marty Pollio sat down with Addison Davis of Strategos Group to talk about his tenure and legacy at JCPS! Check out the full Superintendents Unplugged podcast episode now: https://bit.ly/PollioPodcast
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Promotional graphic for the podcast "Superintendents Unplugged – In-Depth with Davis" featuring two guests: Dr. Marty Pollio, Superintendent of Jefferson County Public Schools, and Addison Davis, Partner at Strategos Group. On the left is a circular photo of Dr. Pollio in a blue suit and pink tie, standing in front of a brick wall. On the right is a circular photo of Addison Davis in a navy suit with a white shirt, smiling with arms crossed against a white background. Logos for Jefferson County Public Schools and Strategos Group are displayed under their names. The bottom banner includes the Strategos Podcast Network logo and icons for Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Background color is dark blue.
✅ DEADLINE TODAY | Today is the last day to let us know your child will re-enroll in Butler Traditional High School, Coleridge-Taylor Montessori Elementary, Lyman T. Johnson Traditional Middle, Louisville Male High School, duPont Manual High School, or Whitney Young Elementary for the 2025-26 school year. Students who left these six JCPS magnets in 2024-25 due to lack of JCPS-provided transportation will be allowed to return to those schools for the 2025-26 school year. But families must let the district know by TODAY, April 10 if their student plans to return to their magnet school. Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2104293
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
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🚍 BUS DRIVER HIRING BLITZ | Did you know average pay for a JCPS bus driver is $55,000 per year? Please join us at our upcoming Bus Driver Hiring Blitz on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VanHoose Education Center! Participants can learn more about the position and apply on site!
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Bus Driver Hiring Blitz. Friday, April 25, 2025, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., VanHoose Education Center, 3332 Newburg Road. Enter through the front entrance of the building.
SELF-CARE ADVENTURE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY | Join us for Peace in the Chaos: A Self-Care Adventure for the Whole Family event on Tuesday, March 18. See the flyer below for more information, and register online: https://tinyurl.com/ JCPSpeace25
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Today was full of St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans! From surprise pranks to a magical rainbow science experiment, it was filled with fun, learning, and lots of laughter! We also enjoyed a delicious rainbow of fruit and pots of gold desserts!
9 months ago, Churchill Park
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✅ REGISTER NOW | General registration opened today for the 2025 Summer Success League (formerly known as JCPS Backpack League). Learn more and register now through March 30: https://bit.ly/SummerSuccessLeague2025
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
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🌟 SELF-CARE ADVENTURE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY | Join us for Peace in the Chaos: A Self-Care Adventure for the Whole Family event on Tuesday, March 18. See the flyer below for more information, and register online: https://tinyurl.com/JCPSpeace25 #WeAreJCPS
10 months ago, JCPS Communications
Alt Text: A flyer with a green gradient background promotes "Peace in the Chaos: A Self-Care Adventure for the Whole Family," an event hosted by JCPS (Jefferson County Public Schools). The flyer features an illustration of a smiling person with headphones, surrounded by calming doodles. The event encourages families to explore self-care through various stations, including: Self-Care 101 Journaling Mindful Art Coping Skills Healthy Relationships Sensory Play Positive Self-Talk Mindful Movement Healthy Eating Financial Literacy Family Time Attendees will receive free books, self-care materials, and other resources. Dinner will be provided, and community organizations will be present. Event Details: 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. 📍 Location: JCPS Center for Professional Learning, 3903 Atkinson Square Dr, Louisville, KY 40218 Registration: A QR code and a link (https://tinyurl.com/JCPSpeace25) are provided for registration, with a note stating that interpretation services require registration. At the bottom, logos of event sponsors—including Coco5, Papa John's, The D’Angelo Russell Foundation, and Primerica—are displayed. Partners include the Compassionate Schools Project, YMCA, Fund for the Arts, NAMI Louisville, Maryhurst, and Louisville Water.
NATIONAL AMERICORPS WEEK | Through the Department of Student Support Services and the Office of Community Support Services, JCPS has proudly operated the AmeriCorps REACH Corps program for 15 years. REACH Corps members serve at elementary and middle schools, supporting students who show early signs of disengagement. Our goal is to help students reach their full academic potential and graduate on time. Join us in celebrating our 18 dedicated JCPS REACH Corps members, who have committed this year to serving our most precious resource—our students!
10 months ago, JCPS Communications
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A haircut can make a big difference and for many of our students, getting a haircut isn’t always easy, whether due to sensory sensitivities, accessibility, or other challenges. A huge thank you to the stylist volunteers for helping create a supportive, comfortable environment.
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✅ SURVEY CLOSES TOMORROW | The JCPS Comprehensive School Survey closes tomorrow, Feb. 28. Your anonymous feedback impacts school improvement! If you haven't already, please take a moment to complete the survey now: https://bit.ly/JCPSCSS25 #WeAreJCPS
10 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: We want your feedback. Help us improve! Take the 2025 Comprehensive School Survey.
STATE OF THE DISTRICT | Superintendent Dr. Marty Pollio delivered his seventh and final State of the District address today at The Olmsted. Thanks to the generosity of many, the event helped raise more than $65,000 for the JCPS Community Scholarship Fund, which supports graduating JCPS seniors! Watch Dr. Pollio's address and other speakers from today's event on the JCPS YouTube channel ➡️ https://youtube.com/watch?v=TrK6vCobECQ Read more: https://jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2053088 #WeAreJCPS
10 months ago, JCPS Communications
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❄️ NTI DAY | Due to forecasted snow during the morning commute, JCPS will utilize a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Day on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. All athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Wednesday.
10 months ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day, Non-Traditional Instruction, School Buildings Closed, Due to Inclement Weather Forecast. Wednesday, February 19, 2025
🚨 JCPS UPDATE | All JCPS athletics and extracurricular activities are canceled for Tuesday, February 18, 2025, due to inclement weather.
10 months ago, JCPS Communications
Athletics and extracurricular activities canceled Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
We hosted our first-ever Sibshop at Churchill Park today! 💜 Siblings of our amazing students came together for fun, connection, and support. It was a beautiful day of laughter, learning, and celebrating the special bond they share! Can’t wait for the next one! #weareCHP
10 months ago, Churchill Park
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We were thrilled to welcome the Semple Elementary Step Team to our school Friday! Step is more than dance—it’s a powerful expression of culture, unity, and perseverance. Huge thanks to these talented students for sharing their passion with us! #Inclusion #SempleStepteam
10 months ago, Churchill Park
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Congratulations to ExCEL Winner MacKenzie Ramsey of Churchill Park School! https://youtu.be/N2q4WKnj1rY
10 months ago, Churchill Park
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🎉 CELEBRATING SSOs | Today marks School Security Officer (SSO) Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of our SSOs who help keep our schools safe! #WeAreJCPS
10 months ago, JCPS Communications
An SSO stands near a vehicle.
An SSO stands near a vehicle.
An SSO scoops ice cream for a student.
An SSO stands near a vehicle.
🌟 JCPS APP | Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything Jefferson County Public Schools, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app! Download for Android https://aptg.co/5BH22f Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/mqSZlT
10 months ago, JCPS Communications
It's everything Jefferson County Public Schools, in your pocket. News, Events, Documents, Staff, Notifications, Dining. Download the JCPS, KY app from the iOS App Store or Android Play Store and enable Notifications.