Hawthorne 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!

3 months ago, JCPS Communications

The Hawthorne Weekly Newsletter is here! Don’t miss the latest news, events, and important updates.

¡Ya está disponible el boletín semanal de Hawthorne! No se pierdan las noticias, eventos y avisos importantes.

3 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary

🎒 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.

3 months ago, JCPS Communications

Back to School. See you Thursday, August 6!

🎒 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

3 months ago, JCPS Communications

We look forward to seeing you at our Meet the Teacher event TODAY, August 4, from 2:00-3:30 pm.

During this time, students and families will visit classrooms, complete required forms, confirm transportation, and stop by various stations (PTA, health, counselor, FRC).

Kindergarten families are welcome to attend to meet their teachers! Please join during your designated time. If unable to come at that time, you are welcome to attend any session.

2:00-2:30 Last Name A-H
2:20-3:00 Last Name I-P
3:00-3:30 Last Name Q-Z

¡Esperamos verlos en nuestro evento Conozca a los Maestros HOY, 4 de agosto, de 2:00 a 3:30 pm!

Durante este tiempo, los estudiantes y sus familias visitarán los salones de clase, completarán los formularios requeridos, confirmarán el medio de transporte y visitarán las diferentes estaciones (PTA, servicios de salud, consejería y FRC).

¡Las familias de kínder también están invitadas a conocer a sus maestros! Por favor, asistan durante el horario que les corresponde. Si no pueden asistir a esa hora, pueden acompañarnos durante cualquiera de las sesiones.

2:00–2:30 p. m. — Apellidos de la A a la H
2:20–3:00 p. m. — Apellidos de la I a la P
3:00–3:30 p. m. — Apellidos de la Q a la Z

3 months ago, Ms. Elvira Paguada-Gutiérrez

3 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary

🎒 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! 🎉

3 months ago, JCPS Communications

One week to go! School starts Thursday, August 6, 2026

🚍 485-RIDE IS OPEN | Have transportation-related questions? The JCPS 485-RIDE bus hotline is now open! Please note 485-RIDE is a temporary hotline, and hours are subject to change.

2026 485-RIDE Hotline Hours:

Tuesday, July 28, 2026: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday, July 30, 2026: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, July 31, 2026: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday, August 3, 2026: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, August 4, 2026: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday, August 6, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday, August 7, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday, August 10, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

3 months ago, JCPS Communications

🦅✏️ Hawks’ Nest Kindergarten Camp & Orientation – Day 1 was a huge success!

We loved welcoming so many of our newest Hawks and their families today! From meeting new friends and exploring the school to our very first Hawthorne Signing Day, it was a day full of smiles, excitement, and new beginnings. 💙💛

We can’t wait to welcome another group of future Hawks tomorrow and continue the fun!

Welcome to the Nest! 🦅
¡Vamos a Volar!

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🦅✏️ ¡El Día 1 del Campamento y Orientación Hawks’ Nest para Kindergarten fue todo un éxito!

¡Nos encantó dar la bienvenida a tantos de nuestros nuevos Hawthorne Hawks y a sus familias! Desde conocer nuevos amigos y explorar la escuela hasta participar en nuestro primer Hawthorne Signing Day, fue un día lleno de sonrisas, emoción y nuevos comienzos. 💙💛

¡Estamos ansiosos por recibir mañana a otro grupo de futuros Hawthorne Hawks y seguir con la diversión!

¡Bienvenidos al Nido! 🦅
¡Vamos a Volar!

3 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary

🚌 ADD YOUR STUDENT | 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 add your student to your account. Learn more in the link below.

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

3 months ago, JCPS Communications

Download our new bus tracking app now. Available on your smartphone. My Ride K-12. Mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27. myridek12.tylerapp.com, Download app.

3 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary

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3 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary

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

4 months ago, JCPS Communications

🚌 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

4 months ago, JCPS Communications

❤️🖤💚 💛 Today we recognize Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrates freedom, resilience, and hope. As we reflect on our nation’s history, we honor the contributions of Black Americans and reaffirm our commitment to creating a community where everyone is valued, respected, and belongs. At Hawthorne, we are grateful for the many cultures, experiences, and stories that make our Hawk family stronger together. ❤️🖤💚💛 Hoy reconocemos Juneteenth, una fecha que conmemora la emancipación de los afroamericanos esclavizados y celebra la libertad, la resiliencia y la esperanza. Mientras reflexionamos sobre la historia de nuestra nación, honramos las contribuciones de los afroamericanos y reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de crear una comunidad donde todas las personas sean valoradas, respetadas y se sientan parte de ella. En Hawthorne, agradecemos las muchas culturas, experiencias e historias que hacen que nuestra familia Hawk sea más fuerte y unida.

4 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary

🏆🌎 Hawthorne Hawks Shine at the KWLA Student Expo! 🌎🏆

This past Tuesday, our amazing Hawthorne students were recognized by the Jefferson County Board of Education for their outstanding achievements at the Kentucky World Language Association (KWLA) Student Expo!

The KWLA Student Expo celebrates students’ abilities to communicate in multiple languages, explore world cultures, collaborate with others, and showcase their creativity through writing, speaking, visual arts, performances, and more.

We are incredibly proud of our students for representing Hawthorne so well and demonstrating the power of bilingualism, biliteracy, and global citizenship. Their hard work, talent, and dedication continue to inspire us all!

A special congratulations to all of our participants, award winners, and Distinguished Communicators. We are proud to be the home of Kentucky’s future multilingual leaders! 💙🦅💛

We would also like to recognize and thank our incredible Hawthorne World Language teachers for their dedication to language learning, cultural competence, and student success. Your passion and commitment help our students soar! ✈️🌎💙

#VamosAVolar #HawthorneHawks #KWLA #Biliteracy #MultilingualLearners #JCPS

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🏆🌎 ¡Los Hawks de Hawthorne brillan en la Expo Estudiantil de KWLA! 🌎🏆

Esta semana, varios de nuestros increíbles estudiantes de Hawthorne fueron reconocidos por la Junta de Educación del Condado de Jefferson por sus destacados logros en la Expo Estudiantil de la Asociación de Lenguas del Mundo de Kentucky (KWLA).

La Expo Estudiantil de KWLA celebra las habilidades de los estudiantes para comunicarse en múltiples idiomas, explorar culturas del mundo, colaborar con otros y demostrar su creatividad a través de la escritura, el habla, las artes visuales, las presentaciones y mucho más.

Estamos inmensamente orgullosos de nuestros estudiantes por representar tan bien a Hawthorne y demostrar el poder del bilingüismo, la alfabetización bilingüe y la ciudadanía global. ¡Su esfuerzo, talento y dedicación continúan inspirándonos a todos!

Felicitaciones especiales a todos nuestros participantes, ganadores de premios y Comunicadores Distinguidos. ¡Nos enorgullece ser el hogar de los futuros líderes multilingües de Kentucky! 💙🦅💛

También queremos reconocer y agradecer a nuestras increíbles maestras de Lenguas del Mundo, incluyendo a la Sra. Bellot y a todo el equipo de idiomas de Hawthorne, por su dedicación al aprendizaje de idiomas, la competencia cultural y el éxito de nuestros estudiantes. ¡Su pasión y compromiso ayudan a nuestros estudiantes a volar alto! ✈️🌎💙

#VamosAVolar #HawthorneHawks #KWLA #Bilingüismo #AprendicesMultilingües #JCPS

5 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary

☀️ 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

5 months ago, JCPS Communications

Two workers load boxes into a car trunk.

🚨 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

5 months ago, JCPS Communications

Graphic says: "Guardian Action Required" and includes a screenshot of the JCPS Transportation Portal website.

🚍 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/

5 months ago, JCPS Communications

🌈✨ Pride Month ✨🌈 June is Pride Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions, history, and experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals and communities. At Hawthorne, we are proud to be a school where every student and family deserves to feel welcomed, valued, respected, and included. Our diversity is one of our greatest strengths, and we are grateful for the many backgrounds, identities, cultures, and experiences that make our community unique. We wish all of our Hawks a summer filled with kindness, belonging, and joy. 💙🦅 ⸻ 🌈✨ Mes del Orgullo ✨🌈 Junio es el Mes del Orgullo, un momento para reconocer y celebrar las contribuciones, la historia y las experiencias de las personas y comunidades LGBTQ+. En Hawthorne, nos enorgullece ser una escuela donde cada estudiante y familia merece sentirse bienvenido, valorado, respetado e incluido. Nuestra diversidad es una de nuestras mayores fortalezas, y agradecemos las numerosas culturas, identidades, experiencias y antecedentes que hacen que nuestra comunidad sea única. Les deseamos a todos nuestros Hawks un verano lleno de amabilidad, sentido de pertenencia y alegría. 💙🦅

5 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary

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