Hartstern Elementary

🎒📚 WELCOME BACK, JCPS | Happy first day of school! We’re so excited to kick off the 2026-27 school year.

📸 Don’t forget to share your back-to-school moments with us on social media using #JCPSFirstDay!

🎒 SCHOOL STARTS TOMORROW | We can't wait to welcome students tomorrow, Thursday, August 6, for the first day of school!

Tips to help you start the year off strong:

🔗 Visit www.jcpsfirstday.com for important back-to-school information and answers to frequently asked questions.
🚍 Continue checking your child's bus stop up until tomorrow morning as routes are subject to change.
📞 Call 485-RIDE with transportation-related questions.

🎒 BACK-TO-SCHOOL PREP | Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood and district leaders met with media today to share key plans and updates for the 2026-27 school year.

📺 Watch the press conference: https://youtu.be/vbVnqP-a83Y

🔗 Read more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3059185

Meet the Teacher Event

🎒 ONE WEEK TO GO | The countdown is officially ON! We are just one week away from welcoming JCPS students back for the 2026–27 school year.

Dust off those backpacks, double-check those supply lists, and get ready for a great year! 🎉

Hartstern Orientation Dates

BOARD VACANCY | The Jefferson County Board of Education (JCBE) is seeking applications for appointment to fill an at-large vacancy on the JCBE, due to the resignation of James Craig.

Application documents must be received by 4:30 p.m. on July 31, 2026. Learn more and download the application: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3032564

Welcome to 2026-2027 School Year

July 13, 2026 Dear Hartstern Families, I hope you and your family have had a wonderful summer! As we begin the 2026–2027 school year, we are excited to welcome you back. At Hartstern Elementary, we believe greatness is achieved when schools and families work together, maintain high expectations, and create a safe, nurturing environment where every scholar can learn, grow, and thrive. Your partnership is one of the most important factors in your child's success, and we are grateful to have you as part of the Hartstern family. What's New This Year ClassDojo Communication This year, Hartstern will use ClassDojo as our main communication tool. Families will be automatically connected by August 5. Please update your email and phone number in the Parent Portal to receive important messages. Important Dates July 28: Kindergarten Screener (9:30-4:30) July 29: Kindergarten Camp (9:30 a.m.–12:30) August 4: Meet the Teacher (3:00–4:30 p.m.) August 6: First Day of School for Students September 15: Open House (5:30–7:00 p.m.) Together, we will continue building a school where students love to learn, families feel welcomed, and every scholar has the opportunity to succeed. Thank you for trusting us with your child. We can't wait to welcome everyone back and begin another amazing year at Hartstern Elementary. Together, let's make this a year of Mission: Greatness! Sincerely, Laquetta Carter, Ed.S.Principal  Hartstern Elementary School Every Scholar. Every Day. Mission:Greatness.

Please share this supply list with parents not on Facebook or do not have JCPS app. Thank you!

🚌 DOWNLOAD NOW | JCPS families will have a new tool to track their students' school bus for the 2026-27 school year. With My Ride K-12, you can see exactly where the bus is on a live map and get accurate, real-time ETAs sent straight to your phone.

Download the app now, and mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27.

https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2895007

☀️ SUMMER MEALS | JCPS is providing nutritious meals to children at no cost through the summer months. For more information, click the link below!

https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2935325

🚨 ACTION REQUIRED | TODAY IS THE FINAL DAY! 🚨We need to know how your child will get to and from school for the 2026-27 school year.

Today, June 8, 2026, is the final day to request bus transportation for the first day of school. Every JCPS family must complete the Transportation Verification (TV) form to let us know your plans.

Eligible bus riders who fill out the form by the end of the day today will be notified of their bus stop location in July via the JCPS Bus Teller. Don't delay—get your request in now!

👉 Complete the form here: https://cloudapps.jefferson.kyschools.us/TransportationPortal

🚍 BIG CHANGES ARE COMING TO TRANSIT IN LOUISVILLE | Starting Aug. 2, TARC is launching the New TARC Network—with redesigned routes, improved connections, and more frequent service where it’s needed most.

This system update is designed to make transit simpler, faster, and more reliable for riders across the region.

Learn more: https://www.ridetarc.org/newtarcnetwork/

🚌 BUS TRACKING TOOL | JCPS families will have a new tool to track their students' school bus for the 2026-27 school year. With My Ride K-12, you can see exactly where the bus is on a live map and get accurate, real-time ETAs sent straight to your phone.

Click the link below to download the app and learn more.
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/o/jcps/article/2895007

Let's keep our scholars reading this summer!

It is the last week of this school year.

May 18–22 ABC Countdown List Monday, May 18 — W: Wear Hartstern Day Tuesday, May 19 — No School - Election Day Wednesday, May 20 — X: X Marks the Spot - Dress like a pirate Thursday, May 21 — Y: You Rock! Day. No dress up theme. Friday, May 22 — Z: Zoom into Summer!