CALLING COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS | Do you love JCPS and want to help share the good news? We’re looking for passionate community members to join the new JCPS Community Champions program!

This is your chance to become a trusted insider and a powerful advocate by:

✅ Amplifying student success stories.
✅ Gently correcting misinformation.
✅ Providing essential community feedback.

➡️ Deadline to apply is November 24, 2025!

APPLY OR NOMINATE TODAY and help us champion JCPS success: https://forms.gle/6FQ7tqq75VbMCZvw6
1 day ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Champions Graphic

All JCPS schools and buildings will open and operate as normal on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. Our crews tested the water and air quality at all of our schools and buildings today and everything came back normal. Louisville Metro Government officials have also informed us that it is safe to reopen schools. Our thoughts remain with all those affected by Tuesday’s tragic plane crash.

6 days ago, Jefferson County Public Schools
Dear JCPS families,

We appreciate your understanding as our schools and buildings are closed today while the city has implemented a necessary shelter-in-place due to last night’s tragic plane crash.

Today, our teams are checking the air and water quality at all of our schools and buildings. We are doing these checks out of an abundance of caution, as the safety of our students and staff is our top priority.

If you and your family need food assistance today, please reach out to Dare to Care Food Bank:
Website: DaretoCare.org
Phone: (502) 966-3821

We know situations like what happened last night impact our students in different ways. Every JCPS school has a mental health team that is available to talk with students about how they are feeling. If your child would like support when we return to class, please reach out to their school.

As a reminder, we provide important updates via text, email, JCPS social media platforms, the JCPS app, our website, and local media.

Thank you for your continued support of our students and staff.

6 days ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS UPDATE in blue letters on a white background with JCPS logo underneath
All JCPS schools and buildings are closed on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. All athletics and extracurricular activities are also canceled. Employees will telecommute.
7 days ago, Jefferson County Public Schools
❤️ IMMEDIATE CALL FOR SUPPORT | We are partnering with Dare to Care Food Bank to collect donations at all JCPS schools starting today, Tuesday, November 4th.

How you can help:

🥫 Drop off non-perishable food at any JCPS location.
💰 Make a monetary donation to Dare to Care at: bit.ly/4hGClRK
Your contribution is vital in supporting our students and bridging this gap for our neighbors. Thank you for your support!

Learn more here: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2525545
7 days ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS and Dare to Care Launch Community Food Drive. Every JCPS School is now a Dare to Care donation collection site. How you can help: Drop off non-perishable food at any JCPS school. Make a monetary donation at bit.ly/4hGCIRK
APPLICATION PERIOD | The 2026-27 School Application Period is officially open to families through Dec. 19. If your student is entering kindergarten (those who will be 5 on or before Aug. 1, 2026) or has never attended a JCPS school, you must first register online to get your access key. If you need assistance, call 502-485-6250 during business hours.

Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2523492
8 days ago, JCPS Communications
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Check out the work of our student-artists in the Jacob Photography Club at the Redbud Community Art Gallery. This show will be on display until Monday, November 10th at the intersection of W Woodlawn Ave and Southcrest Drive near the Iroquois Library. If you are trick-or-treating in Beechmont tonight be sure to stop and see these photos by our awesome Jacob Photographers!
11 days ago, Jacob Elementary
Photography
REMINDER | There is no school for students on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. This is a professional development day for school staff.
11 days ago, JCPS Communications
Reminder: No School for Students Monday, Nov. 3, 2025
TONIGHT is the night! Thursday October 30th 5:30-7:30pm - The Jacob Elementary Fall Festival & Community Resource Fair is happening and the forecast looks dry and sunny for this afternoon and evening.


There will be Trunk-or-Treat, free books to take home, storytime corner, food trucks, carnival & educational games (with prizes included!), soccer, and nearly 20 community organizations sharing resources for families and community members. We can’t wait to see you all in just a few hours!
12 days ago, Jacob Elementary
Fall Festival English
FREE AI PANEL FEATURING JCPS TECH LEADER | JCPS Chief Information Officer Eric Satterly will join a panel discussion on AI ROI: From Theory to Practice as part of the Menard Family Lecture Series at the University of Louisville College of Business. This free program is open to all and will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 4:30 p.m.

Learn more: https://events.louisville.edu/event/ai-roi-from-theory-to-practice
12 days ago, JCPS Communications
Flyer titled “AI ROI: From Theory to Practice” promoting a Menard Family Lecture Series event hosted by the University of Louisville College of Business. The event takes place Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. in the College of Business. The flyer features four speaker headshots: Jeff Guan, Moderator and Associate Dean of Programs at UofL College of Business; Joshua Howard, AI Program Lead at Heaven Hill Brands; Eric Satterly, Chief Information Officer at JCPS; and Todd Schmiedeler, Founder/CEO of Thumbprint Consulting. The description explains that the panel will discuss how artificial intelligence has transformed business, offering real examples of AI adoption and practical guidance for professionals preparing for the AI-driven job market. Text notes: “This program is free and open to all. Registration not required.” The bottom section includes the Center for Free Enterprise logo, University of Louisville College of Business branding, social media icons, and a QR code. The background features a dark abstract network pattern.
✅ REMINDER | The JCPS Showcase of Schools is tomorrow! Don’t forget, you can park your car hassle-free and hop on one of our free shuttles that will take you to and from the event.
18 days ago, JCPS Communications
2025 Showcase of Schools Flyer
2025 Showcase of Schools Showcase Shuttles flyer.
2025 Showcase of Schools Shuttle schedule flyer
We are so excited to celebrate Red Ribbon Week next week! The focus of this week is to promote positive, healthy choices for all of our students. We hope that you will participate in our fun dress up days!
18 days ago, Jacob Elementary School
Red Ribbon Week flyer with explanation of different days' themes.

Please read this week's family newsletter at: https://secure.smore.com/n/17r2m 

20 days ago, Principal Waggoner
🌟 SPOTLIGHT ON STUDENT RELATIONS 🌟 | “It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish.”

Inside JCPS Student Relations, compassion and second chances drive the work. Meet the team helping students and families navigate tough transitions—and reminding them that one setback doesn’t define their story. 💙

🔗STORY: https://jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2500889
20 days ago, JCPS Communications
Our Mission, Our People. Department Spotlight—Student Relations. Meet the people and processes that power our district. Photo of Tenesha Marshall.
ONE DAY ONLY | We want to see you on Saturday at the 2025 JCPS Showcase of Schools! Don’t miss your only chance to talk with officials from every JCPS school before the application period opens. Families, please bring your Choices Books with you to reference during the event.
22 days ago, JCPS Communications
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Thank you to Dr. Brooks and her team for coming to speak with our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade girls at Jacob about the benefits of sport and ways to get involved in JCPS Athletics. As Dr. Brooks told our girls “anything is possible with hard work, determination and dedication!”.

Don’t miss out on the very special Elementary Girls Sports Clinics on November 3rd (a Monday with no school for students). Signup ASAP here:

Basketball: https://forms.gle/S3x4J1PeZ5cJAMo58

Tennis: https://forms.gle/FPivpKCGt5B6fe3GA

Flag Football: https://forms.gle/9G7LBz912ZggGWRP6
25 days ago, Jacob Elementary
JCPS Athletics
JCPS Athletics
JCPS Athletics
Free Sports Clinic
Don’t miss the showcase of schools next Saturday, October 25th. Representatives from all 160+ JCPS schools will be under one roof to share information with families about the district’s various choices, including magnet schools, career programs, and more! This is especially a great opportunity for students starting Kindergarten, Middle School, and High School next year.


And now you can ride a bus from Jacob or Semple Elementary. Signup at the link below:

https://forms.gle/hNXR14GnJnRuUDtw6
25 days ago, Jacob Elementary
Bus for showcase of schools
CATCH A RIDE | A free shuttle service will be available from eight JCPS schools across the city to the 2025 Showcase of Schools. Join us on Oct. 25 and discover where you belong!
29 days ago, JCPS Communications
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The 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 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools shuttle schedule for Saturday, October 25, 2025. The top banner is blue with the event title and two yellow school buses. Four red boxes on the left list shuttle groups and their paired schools: Hudson (W. Muhammad Ali) and Perry Cane Run and Mill Creek Blue Lick and Southern Ballard and Male Each group has the same shuttle times: 9:00 a.m. – School 9:30 a.m. – Norton SLC 10:00 a.m. – School 10:30 a.m. – Norton SLC 11:00 a.m. – School 11:30 a.m. – Norton SLC 12:00 p.m. – School 12:30 p.m.–1:00 p.m. – Norton SLC Final Pickup The background features an image of a school bus and students boarding. The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The 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 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The 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 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The 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 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The 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 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The 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 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The 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 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
🍂📚 Jacob Elementary Library Presents…
Fall Into Reading!
Hi Families!
This October, our school is starting a fun reading challenge called Fall Into Reading! 🌟
📅 Challenge Dates
October 6th – October 30th
🌟 How to Play
Your child can read a book OR read for 20 minutes.
After reading, write the book title on a leaf.
Initial the leaf to show it’s done.
There are only 10 leaves to fill out – very doable! 🍁
🍬 The Reward
When the sheet is full, your child will turn it in to their teacher.
The teacher will give it to Ms. Rose in the library.
Ms. Rose will send back a special treat! 🎉
🍁 The Display
Finished leaves will go on a display outside classrooms so everyone can see how much we are “falling into reading!”
Thank you for helping your child grow their love of books this fall!
With gratitude,
Ms. Shandis Rose
Jacob Elementary Librarian
about 1 month ago, Jacob Elementary School
Coloring sheet titled "Fall into Reading" Students color a leaf for every book they read.
🌟 CUSTODIAN APPRECIATION DAY 🌟 | Today we honor our incredible JCPS custodians who work tirelessly to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for every student and staff member. Thanks for all you do. Your work makes a world of difference every single day!
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Happy Custodian Appreciation Day