W.E.B. DuBois Academy

W.E.B. DUBOIS BASKETBALL PLAYER ONE OF TOP SCORERS IN STATE RISING STAR W.E.B. DuBois sophomore guard Ja'Rye Brown is making a name for himself on the court. He's one of the top scorers in the state and is the city leader in points per game. While he's achieved individual success, he's hoping this is all laying the foundation for a bright future for the DuBois basketball program. Learn more in the video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GqSdQ6-mYQ !

💙 CORE OF COMPASSION AWARD | JCPS was honored to receive the Dare to Care Food Bank Core of Compassion Award last week. This recognition reflects the power of partnership and a shared commitment to supporting students and families across our community.

Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood accepted the award on behalf of the district.

Thank you to Dare to Care for standing alongside JCPS as we work to remove barriers and create brighter futures for every learner!

🧠 THINK FAST | Meet Zahir Covington, team captain of the W.E.B. DuBois Academy High School Quick Recall team, known for his lightning-fast recall and focused drive. He’s built multiple teams, earned several scholarship offers, and turned a once-challenging language arts class with Mr. Homrich into a strength.

Proof that growth comes from pushing past what isn’t easy. 💪✨

It's not too late to learn about the homebuyer's process! It will only last about 1 hr.

Tomorrow morning at 9 am! Bring a friend!

THIS WEEKEND | The East Area Elementary Family Resource Center Coordinators are hosting a Community Baby Shower and Early Childhood Parent Resource Fair this Saturday, March 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Klondike Elementary.

Any expectant parents or parents of children ages 0-5 years are invited to attend this FREE event. The event will feature several parent sessions for new and expectant moms that will provide help with breastfeeding, birthing plans, advocating for yourself and your child, and taking care of your mental health during and after pregnancy.

There will also be over 25 vendors with information and resources, plus FREE Giveaways including: diapers, wipes, clothes, and toys. And...Amazing Door Prizes! RSVP online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScte68JL0A0MEVN6AXRWhqmRiaVDyrw2IJ6cIBz-SBBKFbSuw/viewform

Click here to view the flyer in multiple languages: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NgQNx3d2fAfrQlaGaNfKcrjIl8HMm5gw/view

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✨ PEACE IN THE CHAOS | Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential.

JCPS families came together last week for an evening filled with food, games, and hands-on self-care resources designed to help everyone discover simple, meaningful ways to create inner peace. From laughter and connection to practical tools to take home, this event was all about caring for ourselves and each other.

Because when families feel supported, our whole community grows stronger.

☀️ SUMMER CAMP KICKOFF EVENT THIS WEEKEND | Looking for summer camps and enrichment opportunities for your child? Join us for the 21st Annual JCPS Family Resource & Youth Services Centers Summer Camp Kickoff this Saturday, March 7, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the JCPS Center for Professional Learning (3903 Atkinson Square Dr.).

This FREE event connects JCPS families with a wide variety of summer camps and programs from across Jefferson County. Families can meet providers, ask questions, and enter drawings for summer camp scholarships.

All JCPS families are welcome!

📚 LITERACY NIGHT AT THE CARDINALS GAME ❤️ | What a night celebrating literacy and cheering on the Cards!

Thank you to the University of Louisville for hosting Literacy Night at the KFC Yum! Center as the Cardinals took on Syracuse.

We’re so grateful for the incredible support shown to our JCPS students—and for every new and gently used book donated during the Book Drive. Your generosity is helping spark a love of reading across our district.

📸 Superintendent Dr. Yearwood was there to celebrate the power of reading alongside JCPS families! 📖✨

📚 LITERACY NIGHT AT THE CARDINALS GAME ❤️ | What a night celebrating literacy and cheering on the Cards!

Thank you to the University of Louisville for hosting Literacy Night at the KFC Yum! Center as the Cardinals took on Syracuse.

We’re so grateful for the incredible support shown to our JCPS students—and for every new and gently used book donated during the Book Drive. Your generosity is helping spark a love of reading across our district.

📸 Superintendent Dr. Yearwood was there to celebrate the power of reading alongside JCPS families! 📖✨

🌟 ICYMI | Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood delivered his first State of the District address last week, sharing a strategic vision for the future of Jefferson County Public Schools.

With a focus on long-term financial stability and a renewed commitment to academic growth for all, the plan supports more than 94,000 students across JCPS.

📸 Take a look at photos from the event!
🔗 Read more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2735539

THANK YOU to Seneca High School Agri-Science & Leadership students for designing and producing floral arrangements for the event and Youth Performing Arts School - YPAS students for providing music!

🎉 Historic Win for DuBois Varsity Basketball! 🏀 Our varsity basketball team has made school history by winning the first regional championship DuBois Academy has ever competed in! This incredible achievement reflects their hard work, discipline, and brotherhood on and off the court. To celebrate this milestone victory, all students have earned a dress-down day tomorrow in honor of our champions. Please join us in congratulating our varsity basketball team and coaches for representing DuBois with excellence and PRIDE. 💙🧡

DuBOIS family, Your voice matters! Parent survey participation is currently at 14%, and our goal is 85%. Please take just 5 minutes to complete the survey and help us strengthen our school community. https://assessment.jefferson.kyschools.us/surveyTool/cssParentLandingPage.aspx Thank you in advance!

STAY CONNECTED | It’s Public Schools Week, and there’s so much to celebrate in JCPS! 🎉📚

From student achievements and classroom innovations to districtwide updates and important announcements, you can stay connected to all the great things happening across Jefferson County Public Schools on the JCPS News page.

We’re committed to keeping our families, staff, and community informed with the most up-to-date information.

🔗 Visit jcps.me/news to explore the latest stories and see how our students and educators are making a difference every day.

Check out this week's edition of the Lion's DEN! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o0nI4Qa8VnDGXoMEa1Nvle6c86gbp4pO-GsXTenhpSk/edit?usp=drivesdk

CELEBRATE | From Feb. 23 to 27, 2026, we’re proud to join schools, districts, educators, families, and public education advocates nationwide in celebrating Public Schools Week 2026 (#PSW26).

Public schools serve each and every student, in each and every community. That shared commitment is at the heart of Public Schools Week 2026. Join us in celebrating the people, partnerships, and practices that make our public schools strong!

🚀 NEXT LEVEL | The JCPS Technology division teamed up with Google for Education and Forward Edge to host Google-Palooza earlier this week—welcoming 500+ teachers and staff to level up their skills in Google Workspace and dive into the future of AI with Gemini!

And that’s not all… 🎉 JCPS has officially completed its districtwide migration from Microsoft Outlook to Gmail, powering stronger collaboration, innovation, and connection across our schools! Huge thanks to everyone involved for helping keep JCPS on the cutting edge.

Please find this week's edition of the DEN here. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PIonjuvO-Qp_DnxMmFyjDuEaUBwhaalc14GEUijISas/edit?usp=drivesdk