🌟 ICYMI | Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood delivered his first State of the District address last week, sharing a strategic vision for the future of Jefferson County Public Schools.
With a focus on long-term financial stability and a renewed commitment to academic growth for all, the plan supports more than 94,000 students across JCPS.
📸 Take a look at photos from the event!
🔗 Read more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2735539
THANK YOU to Seneca High School Agri-Science & Leadership students for designing and producing floral arrangements for the event and Youth Performing Arts School - YPAS students for providing music!
With a focus on long-term financial stability and a renewed commitment to academic growth for all, the plan supports more than 94,000 students across JCPS.
📸 Take a look at photos from the event!
🔗 Read more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2735539
THANK YOU to Seneca High School Agri-Science & Leadership students for designing and producing floral arrangements for the event and Youth Performing Arts School - YPAS students for providing music!
🎶 A Big Day for Our Bandlings! 🎶
This past Saturday, our students spent the day at Atherton High School for the annual Solo & Ensemble Contest — a non-competitive event where students are judged on standards and skill.
🏅 Our Rating Totals:
Division Four: 0
Division Three: 1
Division Two: 27
Division One: 43
A huge shoutout to our talented Bandlings and the families who support them every step of the way.
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
This past Saturday, our students spent the day at Atherton High School for the annual Solo & Ensemble Contest — a non-competitive event where students are judged on standards and skill.
🏅 Our Rating Totals:
Division Four: 0
Division Three: 1
Division Two: 27
Division One: 43
A huge shoutout to our talented Bandlings and the families who support them every step of the way.
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
8th grade accelerated math in action!
They created scatter plots with 20 data points, drew lines to best fit their data, wrote equations, described correlations, and used their models to make predictions — then presented their findings to the class.
Math + data skills = next-level thinking!
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
They created scatter plots with 20 data points, drew lines to best fit their data, wrote equations, described correlations, and used their models to make predictions — then presented their findings to the class.
Math + data skills = next-level thinking!
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Big celebration for our Meyzeek students!
Ahaan A, Anamta A, Nivaan K, Vrinda A, and Darshini U won the KY State First LEGO League competition held at Northern Kentucky University over the weekend.
With their outstanding teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills, they have qualified for the World Championship in Houston this April 2026!
#MeyzeekPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Ahaan A, Anamta A, Nivaan K, Vrinda A, and Darshini U won the KY State First LEGO League competition held at Northern Kentucky University over the weekend.
With their outstanding teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills, they have qualified for the World Championship in Houston this April 2026!
#MeyzeekPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
8th graders on Team VIP are owning the "Lead like a Legend" team competition!
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
STAY CONNECTED | It’s Public Schools Week, and there’s so much to celebrate in JCPS! 🎉📚
From student achievements and classroom innovations to districtwide updates and important announcements, you can stay connected to all the great things happening across Jefferson County Public Schools on the JCPS News page.
We’re committed to keeping our families, staff, and community informed with the most up-to-date information.
🔗 Visit jcps.me/news to explore the latest stories and see how our students and educators are making a difference every day.
From student achievements and classroom innovations to districtwide updates and important announcements, you can stay connected to all the great things happening across Jefferson County Public Schools on the JCPS News page.
We’re committed to keeping our families, staff, and community informed with the most up-to-date information.
🔗 Visit jcps.me/news to explore the latest stories and see how our students and educators are making a difference every day.
Ms. Cross’s 6th grade students are hard at work creating their own Podcasts featuring Innovative Designers! From researching creative visionaries to scripting, recording, and producing, our students are building their voices and showcasing the power of design thinking.
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
CELEBRATE | From Feb. 23 to 27, 2026, we’re proud to join schools, districts, educators, families, and public education advocates nationwide in celebrating Public Schools Week 2026 (#PSW26).
Public schools serve each and every student, in each and every community. That shared commitment is at the heart of Public Schools Week 2026. Join us in celebrating the people, partnerships, and practices that make our public schools strong!
Public schools serve each and every student, in each and every community. That shared commitment is at the heart of Public Schools Week 2026. Join us in celebrating the people, partnerships, and practices that make our public schools strong!
Our talented debaters brought incredible Bear pride and excellence to Atherton High School at this month’s Wyatt Debate League tournament, competing alongside both middle and high school students!
14 Meyzeek students stepped up to the challenge, supported by 9 dedicated parent judges — thank you for making this possible!
We’re proud to share that Meyzeek earned 2nd PLACE overall, with standout performances across multiple divisions:
Varsity Lincoln–Douglas
Sanjey G — 1st place overall & 3rd place speaker
Akhshara K — 2nd place overall & 1st place speaker
Tavish K— 4th place speaker
Vedansh T — 5th place speaker
Varsity Extemp
Anatma A — 3rd place overall & 5th place speaker
Junior Varsity Extemp
Arnav P — Semifinalist & 5th place speaker
Novice Lincoln–Douglas
Amolika M — 6th place speaker
Students tackled challenging topics that included:
LD: Resolved: The possession of nuclear weapons is immoral.
PF: The Federal Trade Commission should establish a federal regulatory framework for sports betting.
We are so proud of our Bears for their preparation, poise, and powerful arguments. The future is bright at Meyzeek!
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
14 Meyzeek students stepped up to the challenge, supported by 9 dedicated parent judges — thank you for making this possible!
We’re proud to share that Meyzeek earned 2nd PLACE overall, with standout performances across multiple divisions:
Varsity Lincoln–Douglas
Sanjey G — 1st place overall & 3rd place speaker
Akhshara K — 2nd place overall & 1st place speaker
Tavish K— 4th place speaker
Vedansh T — 5th place speaker
Varsity Extemp
Anatma A — 3rd place overall & 5th place speaker
Junior Varsity Extemp
Arnav P — Semifinalist & 5th place speaker
Novice Lincoln–Douglas
Amolika M — 6th place speaker
Students tackled challenging topics that included:
LD: Resolved: The possession of nuclear weapons is immoral.
PF: The Federal Trade Commission should establish a federal regulatory framework for sports betting.
We are so proud of our Bears for their preparation, poise, and powerful arguments. The future is bright at Meyzeek!
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Last week, Ms. Anderson’s 8th grade Science classes transformed the library into their very own “Shark Tank” as students pitched creative climate change solutions.
Now, the results are in… and we have our winners!
Maya F. – Algae Biofuel
Evan A. – Wind Turbines
Bhavit G. & Arambha S. – Electric Vehicles
Rodney M. – Green Buildings
We are so proud of their innovation and hard work!
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Now, the results are in… and we have our winners!
Maya F. – Algae Biofuel
Evan A. – Wind Turbines
Bhavit G. & Arambha S. – Electric Vehicles
Rodney M. – Green Buildings
We are so proud of their innovation and hard work!
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
🚀 NEXT LEVEL | The JCPS Technology division teamed up with Google for Education and Forward Edge to host Google-Palooza earlier this week—welcoming 500+ teachers and staff to level up their skills in Google Workspace and dive into the future of AI with Gemini!
And that’s not all… 🎉 JCPS has officially completed its districtwide migration from Microsoft Outlook to Gmail, powering stronger collaboration, innovation, and connection across our schools! Huge thanks to everyone involved for helping keep JCPS on the cutting edge.
And that’s not all… 🎉 JCPS has officially completed its districtwide migration from Microsoft Outlook to Gmail, powering stronger collaboration, innovation, and connection across our schools! Huge thanks to everyone involved for helping keep JCPS on the cutting edge.
🎻 Orchestra KMEA Solo & Ensemble Results 🎻
The Meyzeek Orchestra had an incredible showing at KMEA Solo & Ensemble!
🎶 35 soloists
🎶 19 ensembles
🎶 Students ranging from 6th–8th grade
Our musicians earned:
🏅 28 Distinguished ratings
🏅 21 Proficient ratings
We are so proud of the dedication, preparation, and talent our Bears demonstrated on stage.
#BearExcellence #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
The Meyzeek Orchestra had an incredible showing at KMEA Solo & Ensemble!
🎶 35 soloists
🎶 19 ensembles
🎶 Students ranging from 6th–8th grade
Our musicians earned:
🏅 28 Distinguished ratings
🏅 21 Proficient ratings
We are so proud of the dedication, preparation, and talent our Bears demonstrated on stage.
#BearExcellence #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Congratulations to 8th grader Rhea T. for placing in the Top 5 among middle school students across Kentucky in the Kentucky Association for Academic Competition (KAAC) Scenario Writing Competition!
Rhea’s futuristic creative writing piece earned her a spot among the very best in the state. Her final placement will be announced at the State Competition in March at the Galt House.
We are so proud of her creativity, talent, and hard work—Way to represent!
#BearPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Rhea’s futuristic creative writing piece earned her a spot among the very best in the state. Her final placement will be announced at the State Competition in March at the Galt House.
We are so proud of her creativity, talent, and hard work—Way to represent!
#BearPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
🐻🎉 The Bears Did It Again! Region 7 CHAMPIONS! 🎉🐻
Our Academic Team showed up and showed OUT at the Region 7 Competition last week — and the results speak for themselves!
🏆 Overall Champions (winning by 30 points!)
⚡ Quick Recall Champions (undefeated all day!)
🧠 Future Problem Solving Champions (1st place from all 3 evaluators!)
Shoutout to Jaini S., William K., Arnav Y., and Gargi B.!
🥇 Event Results
Math
1st – Shub V.
2nd – George Z.
3rd – Sophia R.
Science
1st – Shub V.
2nd – Sophia R.
3rd – Dhruv N.
Social Studies
2nd – Dhruv N.
5th – Shubh K.
6th – Derrick M.
Language Arts
1st – Alesha H.
4th – Rithika P.
Arts & Humanities
1st – Kaylee X.
3rd – Hanna W.
Composition
1st – Rhea T.
4th – Jaini S.
🌟 Statewide Top 10 Honors
Math:
🥇 Shub V. (1st)
🥉 George Z. (Tied for 3rd)
Sophia R. (Tied for 6th)
Science:
🥇 Shub V. (1st)
Sophia R. (Tied for 4th)
Arts & Humanities:
Kaylee X. (4th)
Next Stop: STATE at the Galt House in March!
We are incredibly proud of the discipline, teamwork, and excellence our Meyzeek Bears continue to demonstrate. Let’s wish them luck as they prepare to compete at the state level!
#MeyzeekPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Our Academic Team showed up and showed OUT at the Region 7 Competition last week — and the results speak for themselves!
🏆 Overall Champions (winning by 30 points!)
⚡ Quick Recall Champions (undefeated all day!)
🧠 Future Problem Solving Champions (1st place from all 3 evaluators!)
Shoutout to Jaini S., William K., Arnav Y., and Gargi B.!
🥇 Event Results
Math
1st – Shub V.
2nd – George Z.
3rd – Sophia R.
Science
1st – Shub V.
2nd – Sophia R.
3rd – Dhruv N.
Social Studies
2nd – Dhruv N.
5th – Shubh K.
6th – Derrick M.
Language Arts
1st – Alesha H.
4th – Rithika P.
Arts & Humanities
1st – Kaylee X.
3rd – Hanna W.
Composition
1st – Rhea T.
4th – Jaini S.
🌟 Statewide Top 10 Honors
Math:
🥇 Shub V. (1st)
🥉 George Z. (Tied for 3rd)
Sophia R. (Tied for 6th)
Science:
🥇 Shub V. (1st)
Sophia R. (Tied for 4th)
Arts & Humanities:
Kaylee X. (4th)
Next Stop: STATE at the Galt House in March!
We are incredibly proud of the discipline, teamwork, and excellence our Meyzeek Bears continue to demonstrate. Let’s wish them luck as they prepare to compete at the state level!
#MeyzeekPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Meyzeek Bears took a little time to fall in love… with books! Yesterday in the library, students tried “Speed Dating with a Book” and discovered their next great read!
#LibraryAdventures #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
#LibraryAdventures #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
💖 Happy Valentine’s Day! 💖
We ❤️ our Meyzeek Bears today and every day!
We ❤️ our Meyzeek Bears today and every day!
It was great having our community members with Focus Louisville visit us today! We always appreciate the opportunity to showcase the amazing things happening in our school and connect with partners who support our students and staff.
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
#TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Last night, the 15th District PTA Spelling Bee brought together 55 incredible students for an impressive 12 rounds of competition!
We are so proud of Meyzeek Bear Manya J. for earning 2nd place in this outstanding field of spellers!
Manya will go on to represent Meyzeek at the Scripps Regional Bee on March 7.
#MeyzeekPride. #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
We are so proud of Meyzeek Bear Manya J. for earning 2nd place in this outstanding field of spellers!
Manya will go on to represent Meyzeek at the Scripps Regional Bee on March 7.
#MeyzeekPride. #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Ms. Anderson’s 8th grade Science classes are turning the library into their very own “Shark Tank”!
Students are diving into climate change research, developing innovative solutions, and preparing powerful pitches to showcase their ideas.
#FutureInnovators #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Students are diving into climate change research, developing innovative solutions, and preparing powerful pitches to showcase their ideas.
#FutureInnovators #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
This week we proudly recognized our amazing 8th grade cheerleaders and boys basketball players!
Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and the energy you have brought to our school all season long. You’ve represented us with pride both on and off the court.
#BearPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and the energy you have brought to our school all season long. You’ve represented us with pride both on and off the court.
#BearPride #TodayaLearnerTomorrowaLeader
