🎒📚 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!
📸 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.
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
📺 Watch the press conference: https://youtu.be/vbVnqP-a83Y
🔗 Read more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3059185
🎒 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! 🎉
Dust off those backpacks, double-check those supply lists, and get ready for a great year! 🎉
🚍 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.
So much support. So much hard work. So much Bear Pride. 🐻❤️
Thank you to everyone who spent part of your day at Campus Cleanup. Your time and dedication made a difference, and we are so grateful. A special thank you to our PTSA for organizing today's event!
We can't wait to welcome our Bears back!
#MeyzeekPTSA #BearPride
Thank you to everyone who spent part of your day at Campus Cleanup. Your time and dedication made a difference, and we are so grateful. A special thank you to our PTSA for organizing today's event!
We can't wait to welcome our Bears back!
#MeyzeekPTSA #BearPride
The countdown is over... we can't wait to welcome our Meyzeek Bears this week for Registration!
We're excited to kick off a brand-new school year and reconnect with our amazing students and families. Whether you're returning to the Bear family or joining us for the first time, we can't wait to see you and help you get ready for an incredible year of learning, discovery, and success.
See you at registration, Bears—it's going to be an amazing year! ❤️🖤
#BearPride #BackToSchool
We're excited to kick off a brand-new school year and reconnect with our amazing students and families. Whether you're returning to the Bear family or joining us for the first time, we can't wait to see you and help you get ready for an incredible year of learning, discovery, and success.
See you at registration, Bears—it's going to be an amazing year! ❤️🖤
#BearPride #BackToSchool
🚌 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
Join us tomorrow from 2:00–4:00 PM for our Campus Cleanup!
Help us get our campus ready for an amazing school year. Whether you can stay for a few minutes or the full two hours, every helping hand makes a difference!
We can't wait to see our Bear community come together! 🐻❤️🖤
#CampusCleanup #BearPride #BackToSchool
Help us get our campus ready for an amazing school year. Whether you can stay for a few minutes or the full two hours, every helping hand makes a difference!
We can't wait to see our Bear community come together! 🐻❤️🖤
#CampusCleanup #BearPride #BackToSchool
Calling All Meyzeek Bears!
Let’s come together to prepare our school for the year ahead! Join us for a Back-to-School Campus Clean-up as we get Meyzeek ready to welcome our students and families.
Monday, July 27
2:00–4:00 PM
Bring your Bear Pride and help us make Meyzeek shine!
Beta Club members will receive DOUBLE service hours for participating.
We can’t wait to see our Bear community come together!
#BearPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Let’s come together to prepare our school for the year ahead! Join us for a Back-to-School Campus Clean-up as we get Meyzeek ready to welcome our students and families.
Monday, July 27
2:00–4:00 PM
Bring your Bear Pride and help us make Meyzeek shine!
Beta Club members will receive DOUBLE service hours for participating.
We can’t wait to see our Bear community come together!
#BearPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
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
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
Attention Incoming 6th Grade Bear Families! 🐻
If you haven't already, be sure to visit our Back-to-School Site for important information and forms to help you prepare for the school year.
🔴 Camp Meyzeek: If your student would still like to attend on Tuesday, July 28, registration has been extended through Friday, July 17. Be sure to complete the registration form on the site.
🔴 Band or Orchestra: If your student is interested in joining band or orchestra this school year, please complete the Orchestra Interest Form as soon as possible.
🔴 6th Grade Registration: Registration will take place July 28 from 2:00–4:00 PM, immediately following Camp Meyzeek.
We can't wait to welcome our newest Bears! ❤️🖤
#MeyzeekMST #BearNation #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
https://sites.google.com/jefferson.kyschools.us/meyzeekbacktoschool/home
If you haven't already, be sure to visit our Back-to-School Site for important information and forms to help you prepare for the school year.
🔴 Camp Meyzeek: If your student would still like to attend on Tuesday, July 28, registration has been extended through Friday, July 17. Be sure to complete the registration form on the site.
🔴 Band or Orchestra: If your student is interested in joining band or orchestra this school year, please complete the Orchestra Interest Form as soon as possible.
🔴 6th Grade Registration: Registration will take place July 28 from 2:00–4:00 PM, immediately following Camp Meyzeek.
We can't wait to welcome our newest Bears! ❤️🖤
#MeyzeekMST #BearNation #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
https://sites.google.com/jefferson.kyschools.us/meyzeekbacktoschool/home
🐻 Meyzeek PTSA Memberships Are Open for 2026–2027! 🐻
Join the Meyzeek PTSA and stay connected, support our students, and help build a strong school community where we work together to provide the best opportunities for every student.
Membership dues are $10 ($5.50 supports District and Kentucky State PTSA). If you’re able, consider adding a donation. All additional funds go directly back to support programs and opportunities at Meyzeek!
Choose from a simple membership or our membership bundle that includes a $25 donation.
Join today:
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/meyzeekmiddle
❤️🖤 #OnceABearAlwaysABear #MeyzeekBears #MeyzeekPTSA
Join the Meyzeek PTSA and stay connected, support our students, and help build a strong school community where we work together to provide the best opportunities for every student.
Membership dues are $10 ($5.50 supports District and Kentucky State PTSA). If you’re able, consider adding a donation. All additional funds go directly back to support programs and opportunities at Meyzeek!
Choose from a simple membership or our membership bundle that includes a $25 donation.
Join today:
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/meyzeekmiddle
❤️🖤 #OnceABearAlwaysABear #MeyzeekBears #MeyzeekPTSA
We're Hiring!
Meyzeek MST Magnet has teaching positions available for the upcoming school year. We're looking for educators who are ready to inspire, innovate, and grow alongside an amazing school community.
Come join the Bear Family! Apply today. 🐻
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/page/work-with-us
Meyzeek MST Magnet has teaching positions available for the upcoming school year. We're looking for educators who are ready to inspire, innovate, and grow alongside an amazing school community.
Come join the Bear Family! Apply today. 🐻
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/page/work-with-us
🚌 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
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
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
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/
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/
