📢 Missed Meet the Teacher?
If you weren’t able to attend yesterday and still need your student’s transportation information, the front office is open today until 3:00 p.m. for transportation folder pickup.
🚸 Tomorrow is the first day of school, ensure you’re ready!



📢 ¿No pudo asistir a Meet the Teacher?
Si no pudo venir ayer y aún necesita la información de transporte de su estudiante, la oficina principal estará abierta hoy hasta las 3:00 p.m. para recoger su carpeta de transporte.
🚸 ¡Mañana es el primer día de clases, prepárese con tiempo!
about 1 month ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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🦅✨ Our Meet the Teacher night was a soaring success! We loved seeing all of our little hawks and their families, and the excitement for the year ahead is flying high. We can’t wait to spread our wings together and make this the best school year yet! 💛📚
about 1 month ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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📢 Meet the Teacher is TODAY!
📅 Tuesday, August 5 | ⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM
Come meet your teacher, drop off supplies, complete forms, confirm transportation & visit stations (PTA, nurse, counselor, FRC).
🕑 A–H: 2:00 | I–P: 2:30 | Q–Z: 3:00
Come anytime if needed!

📢 ¡Hoy es Meet the Teacher!
📅 Martes, 5 de agosto | ⏰ 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Conozca al maestro(a), deje útiles escolares, complete formularios, confirme transporte y visite estaciones (PTA, enfermera, consejera, FRC).
🕑 A–H: 2:00 | I–P: 2:30 | Q–Z: 3:00
¡Puede venir en cualquier horario!
about 1 month ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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🎉 WELCOME BACK, TEACHERS 👩‍🏫 | JCPS teachers returned to their classrooms today ahead of students' first day of school on Thursday, Aug. 7! We're excited to see classrooms come to life again with energy, creativity, and care.
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
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NEW platform, same Hawthorne spirit! Catch all the latest updates in our Hawthorne Weekly Newsletter here: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

¡NUEVA plataforma, el mismo espíritu de Hawthorne! Manténgase al día con las últimas novedades en nuestro boletín semanal de Hawthorne aquí: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

about 1 month ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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We’re thrilled to welcome some amazing new members to the Hawthorne Elementary family! From classrooms to offices, this year’s team is full of energy, talent, and heart — and they’re ready to make a big impact.

Each new staff member brings something special to our school community, and we can’t wait for you to get to know them! Be sure to check out their bios and their photos!

Let’s give them a warm Hawthorne welcome!
about 1 month ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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New Hawthorne Staff 2025-2026 Ms. Hummel
New Hawthorne Staff 2025-2026 Ms Hebert
New Hawthorne Staff 2025-2026 Mr. Spugnardi
New Hawthorne Staff 2025-2026 Ms. Lawson
New Hawthorne Staff 2025-2026 Ms. Yera
🎒💫 Back-to-school season is here, and the Louisville community has tons of exciting events to get you and your student ready for the new year!

Check out any of the events happening across the city, but be sure to stop by the Westport Middle School Back-to-School Bash, where I, your HFRC Coordinator, will be helping give out free backpacks! 👋🎒

PLUS, if you have an incoming kindergartner, you won’t want to miss the Blast Off to Kindergarten event at McFerran Preparatory Academy on Saturday, July 26, from 10 AM–12 PM. It’s open to all incoming JCPS kindergarten families!

📍 Find flyers for both events in your email.

Let’s start the school year strong, Hawthorne! 💚 #HawthorneHawks #BacktoSchool2025

🎒💫 ¡Ya comenzó la temporada de regreso a clases en Louisville, y hay muchos eventos comunitarios para ayudar a las familias a prepararse!

¡Asista a cualquier evento en la ciudad, pero asegúrese de pasar por el evento en Westport Middle School, donde estare yo, Coordinadora del HFRC, regalando mochilas escolares gratis! 👋🎒

Y si tiene un/a estudiante que entrará a kindergarten, no se pierda el evento especial Blast Off to Kindergarten en McFerran Preparatory Academy el sábado 26 de julio de 10 a.m. a 12 p.m.. ¡Está abierto a todas las familias con niños que ingresan a kindergarten en JCPS!

📍 A continuación, encontrará los volantes en su correo electronico.

¡Comencemos este año escolar con el pie derecho, Hawthorne! 💚 #HawthorneHawks #RegresoAClases2025
about 1 month ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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Teacher/class assignments were emailed, so be sure to check your email! Kindergarten teacher/class assignments will be sent out after our Hawks' Nest Kindergarten Camp & Orientation next week!

🖍️✂️ La Casita School Supply Blitz! Help us provide safety scissors and glue sticks for La Casita and their school supply drive. Here’s a link to an Amazon wish list to make donating easy! All items will ship to Cecilia Haynes. A bin is also located on Hawthorne’s front porch for supply collection. We truly appreciate your support! https://tinyurl.com/LaCasitaSupplies
¡Gracias!

¡Se enviaron por correo electrónico las asignaciones de maestro/clase, así que asegúrese de revisar su email! ¡Las asignaciones de maestro/clase para Kinder se enviarán después de nuestro Campamento y Orientación de Kinder El Nido de Halcones la próxima semana!

🖍️✂️ ¡Campaña de Útiles Escolares para La Casita! Ayúdenos a proporcionar tijeras de seguridad y barras de pegamento para La Casita y su colecta de útiles escolares. Aquí tiene un enlace a una lista de deseos de Amazon para facilitar su donación: https://tinyurl.com/LaCasitaSupplies.
Todos los artículos se enviarán a Cecilia Haynes. También hay un contenedor en el porche de Hawthorne para dejar sus donaciones. ¡Agradecemos mucho su apoyo!
¡Gracias!

about 2 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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📢 COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS | JCPS Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood is hitting the road with Community Conversations—a new series of public forums at high schools across the district!

Join Dr. Yearwood for open, honest dialogue where YOU can ask questions, share your voice, and help shape the future of JCPS.

✅ Open to all
📍 Locations: High schools across JCPS (see the flyer for details)
🗓️ Happening over the coming weeks/months

Together, let’s build on our shared strengths to create even stronger schools and deeper community connections! 🩵 📚
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Flyer for Community Conversations with Dr. Brian Yearwood. Lists dates and times for public forums at JCPS high schools:  July 28 – Seneca HS, 5:30–7 PM July 30 – Fairdale HS, 5:30–7 PM Aug 12 – Valley HS, 5:30–7 PM Aug 16 – Male HS, 10–11:30 AM Aug 21 – Ballard HS, 5:30–7 PM Aug 26 – Jeffersontown HS, 5:30–7 PM Sept 4 – Academy @ Shawnee, 5:30–7 PM Open to the public. JCPS logo shown. Dr. Yearwood pictured engaging with students.

NEW platform, same Hawthorne spirit! Catch all the latest updates in our Hawthorne Weekly Newsletter here: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

¡NUEVA plataforma, el mismo espíritu de Hawthorne! Manténgase al día con las últimas novedades en nuestro boletín semanal de Hawthorne aquí: https://tinyurl.com/HawkWeeklyNews

about 2 months ago, Hawthorne Elementary
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🌟 BIG IDEAS, BRIGHT FUTURES | Our incredible ECE teachers, aides, and staff are diving into three days of learning, sharing, and growing at the JCPS Diverse Learners Institute to better support the 13,500 amazing JCPS students with disabilities. 🙌
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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🌟 INSPIRING PATHWAYS | Leaders from JCPS Academies of Louisville and Explore schools came together today for an inspiring Leadership Conference. These innovative middle and high schools are helping students discover their passions and plan their careers—serving as national models for student success! ✨
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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🏆 KICKING OFF THE SEASON | JCPS fall sports coaches gathered last week for a Coaches Clinic, where they brushed up on KHSAA and district rules, Character First, CPR, SB 181, Unified Sports, and ways to support the mental health and wellness of our student-athletes.

Our leaders are ready to inspire and guide!
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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🚨 HAPPENING NOW | Ready to turn your skills into support for students/schools?

Meet with hiring managers at our job fair TODAY, Friday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

✅ Family-Friendly Schedule
✅ On-the-Job Training Provided
✅ Competitive Pay
📢 Tag a friend who’s job hunting!

To learn more about upcoming opportunities, follow JCPS Recruitment on social:

⭐️ X: @JCPSRecruit
⭐️ Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064061559633
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Job Fair flyer for JCPS. The flyer invites people to meet hiring managers for positions in Custodians, Maintenance, Early Childhood, Nutrition Services, Mechanics/Body Workers, Transportation, and Bilingual Associate Instructors. Services available include interpreters and application assistance. Attendees should bring a resume and two references with emails. The job fair is on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at 3903 Atkinson Sq Dr, Louisville, KY 40218. There will be a local food truck from Burger Word. Images show food, a painted child’s hand, car repair, a garbage truck, smiling school children, and maintenance workers. JCPS logo included.
JCPS families who have recently moved or will move before August 7 must report address changes by Monday, July 21, to be considered for a bus stop on the first day of school, August 7. Families can report their address changes by: - Filling out the Proof of Address Form: https://apps.jefferson.kyschools.us/StudentAssignment/LandingPad/EmailForm.aspx?Action=UpdateAddress - Calling their child’s school: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4298/JCPS/4106718/School_Directory_Phone_List_Red_White_and_Blue.pdf
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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✨ JCPS SPOTLIGHT MAGAZINE | From everyday heroes to historic firsts, the JCPS Spotlight Magazine captures the stories that made the 2024-25 school year unforgettable! ⭐️🎓

💫 Check it out! 👉 https://bit.ly/JCPSSpotlight25
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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✨ FIRST VISIT | Dr. Brian Yearwood stopped by Auburndale Elementary yesterday to see the Summer Success League in action, marking his first school visit as JCPS superintendent!

"The individuals in our schools, the passion behind what they’re doing, knows no boundaries," Yearwood said. "That to me means that we are poised for greatness."
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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Dr. Brian Yearwood and students sit at a table.
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📚✨ ONE MONTH TO GO | We're so excited to welcome students back for another amazing school year just one month from now on August 7!

Check out JCPSFirstDay.com for 2025-26 school year information!
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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☀️ SUMMER SUCCESS LEAGUE | Great things are happening every day across the district in the JCPS Summer Success League!

📚 Boosting academics & enrichment
⭐️ Exploring new passions
👟 Having FUN every step of the way!

📸 See the magic in action!
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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Students stand at a table and do an activity with spaghetti noodles and marshmallows.
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A student stands behind a table and gives a thumbs up. On the table is a project the student worked on involving rolling a ball down a ramp made of paper.
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Ready to turn your skills into support for students and schools? We’re hiring across departments! Come meet face-to-face with hiring managers at our job fair and learn more about our open positions.

Join us on Friday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the JCPS Center for Professional Learning (CPL), 3903 Atkinson Square Drive, Louisville, 40218.

✅ Family-Friendly Schedule
✅ On-the-Job Training Provided
✅ Competitive Pay

What to Bring: Resume & two references with email addresses
Burger World food truck will be on site. Cash and card accepted.

Tag a friend who’s job hunting! hashtag#WeAreJCPS hashtag#GrowWithJCPS

To learn more about upcoming opportunities, follow the JCPS Recruitment Facebook and Twitter pages:

🔗 Facebook: https://lnkd.in/eDUVYs77
🔗 Twitter: https://x.com/JCPSRecruit
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Job Fair flyer for JCPS. The flyer invites people to meet hiring managers for positions in Custodians, Maintenance, Early Childhood, Nutrition Services, Mechanics/Body Workers, Transportation, and Bilingual Associate Instructors. Services available include interpreters and application assistance. Attendees should bring a resume and two references with emails. The job fair is on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at 3903 Atkinson Sq Dr, Louisville, KY 40218. There will be a local food truck from Burger Word. Images show food, a painted child’s hand, car repair, a garbage truck, smiling school children, and maintenance workers. JCPS logo included.