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 !
over 1 year ago, W.E.B. DuBois Academy

🍎 ASPIRING TEACHER FAIR | Join us for the JCPS Aspiring Teacher Fair on Nov. 13!

Connect with 15+ Kentucky colleges and teacher preparation programs, and explore your path to the classroom.

📅 12–4 p.m.
📍 JCPS Center for Professional Learning
✅ Register: https://forms.gle/nZtfiQWfJzt5Bdru5

about 7 hours ago, JCPS Communications
Event flyer for the JCPS Aspiring Teacher Fair on November 13, 2026, from 12:00 PM–4:00 PM EDT at the Center for Professional Learning in Louisville, KY. Includes event details, key highlights, a QR code, and participating partner logos.
✅ STRATEGIC PLAN COMMUNITY FORUMS THIS WEEK | JCPS is developing a strategic plan—a blueprint as we shape our students’ futures together. It is vital that our strategic plan reflect the hopes and aspirations our community has for our young people. This week, we are hosting the final two of four community forums to engage staff, families, and community members. Please join us at a session near you!

🌟 Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 6 to 8 p.m. | Central High School
🌟 Thursday, Oct. 29 | 6 to 8 p.m. | W.E.B. DuBois Academy

Learn more and RSVP: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3182281/
2 days ago, JCPS Communications
A promotional graphic for Jefferson County Public Schools titled "JCPS Strategic Plan Community Forums" with the prompt "JOIN US AT A FORUM NEAR YOU!"   Session 3: Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 6 to 8 p.m. | Central High School, 1130 W. Chestnut St.   Session 4: Thursday, Oct. 29 | 6 to 8 p.m. | W.E.B. DuBois Academy, 4929 Poplar Level Rd.   Footer: Jefferson County Public Schools logo with the text "EVERY STUDENT. EVERY YEAR."
Please find this week's newsletter attached!
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Need help with school applications? Join the JCPS Office of School Choice Outreach at the Showcase of Schools on Oct. 24 at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center! Stop by "The Fun Zone" (next to the concession stand) for "Let’s Talk JCPS Applications: Who, What, When & How."

Presentation Times: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m.

We’re here to walk you through the process step-by-step and answer your questions.

Learn more about the Showcase of Schools here: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3155640

8 days ago, JCPS Communications
Jefferson County Public Schools. 2026 Showcase of Schools. Saturday, October 24 | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. 3029 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., Louisville, KY 40212.
📢 NEW HOTLINE LIVE | JCPS is making it easier than ever for families and staff to share confidential tips and resolve school concerns with our upgraded JCPS Reporting Hotline.

Whether you need to report a safety concern or address an issue that wasn't resolved through standard school channels, secure support is always available:

💻 Online: Visit jcps.ethicspoint.com or click the red ❗️ icon at the top of any JCPS webpage. Forms translate directly into our top non-English languages!
📞 Phone: Call 888-393-6780 to submit a tip over the phone with additional language support.

Your child's teacher and principal remain your main contact for daily school matters, but this hotline is here whenever you need direct, confidential support.

👉 Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3081913
9 days ago, JCPS Communications
Screenshot of the JCPS Compliance Hotline webpage.
Hello, families! Our family newsletter is linked here. Please take a look for this week’s updates, athletics schedule, and upcoming dates. Thank you! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v848K2YgObHG-b099JfghiHOww5ZDAGk/view?usp=drivesdk
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🚍 ALL ABOARD | Don't worry about driving or parking for the Showcase of Schools on Oct. 24! Hop on the Showcase Shuttle! We’re running free JCPS buses back and forth all day from select JCPS schools directly to the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center.

Park at one of the designated school pick up locations, ride with your neighbors, and let us handle the driving. More details, including bus schedules & locations: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3155640
12 days ago, JCPS Communications
Header & Main Event DetailsOrganization: Jefferson County Public Schools   Event Title: 2026 Showcase of Schools – Showcase Shuttles   Date & Time: Saturday, October 24 | 9 a.m.– 2 p.m.   Location: Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center ("All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only")   JCPS Showcase Pick-Up/Drop-Off Locations   Ballard High   Blue Lick Elementary   Cane Run Elementary   Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali)   Louisville Male High   Mill Creek Elementary   Perry Elementary   Southern High   Policies & Important NotesThe last bus leaves Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center at 1 p.m.   No kids under the age of 3 or strollers will be allowed on JCPS buses transporting families to the 2026 Showcase of Schools.   Visual & Interactive ElementsFeatures a QR code accompanied by the text: "Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule".   Graphic illustrations of red school buses and the official JCPS logo.
Flyers are attached.
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DuBOIS Family, In recognition of Bullying Prevention Month, students may wear orange shirts on Wednesdays throughout October. Students may choose one of these options: * Wear their full school uniform. * Wear an orange T-shirt in place of the button-down shirt and tie, with the rest of the full uniform. * Wear khaki pants, tennis shoes, and an orange spirit wear shirt. No other color spirit wear is permitted.
22 days ago, Monica Hunter
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Happy Saturday! Find our multilingual family newsletter linked here. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hitB-ZTY47K_nhAM07ZjBYlYxPGxuJhZ/view?usp=drivesdk
about 1 month ago, Monica Hunter
SAVE THE DATE | Join us at the 2026 Showcase of Schools on October 24 at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center!
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS 2026 Showcase of Schools. All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.
🎉 NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH | Today marks the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15).

We are proud to honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino, Latina, and Latinx Americans throughout our schools.

Follow along all month for stories and highlights from across JCPS!
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Students may not wear shorts this week or thereafter. We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding.
about 1 month ago, Monica Hunter
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☀️ ENJOY THE LONG WEEKEND | JCPS will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Reminder: JCPS Closed, Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day

HEAT UPDATE | Friday JCPS outdoor athletics start time moved to 8 p.m.

Due to the heat advisory on Friday, September 4, JCPS schools must adhere to the following updated schedule requirements:

- Football Games: Must now start at 8 p.m. or later (pushed back from 7 p.m.)
- Outdoor Practices and Other Competitions: Must be held in the morning or start at 8 p.m. or later

Reminder: All outdoor practices and competitions remain canceled today, Thursday, September 3.

Thank you in advance for prioritizing student safety. Please contact your coach or athletic director for updated information.

about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Update