UPDATE: Friday, Dec. 12, 2025 will be an NTI day for students and staff. All athletic and extracurricular events are canceled.
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day on Friday, December 12, 2025
❄️IMPORTANT | Due to forecasted winter weather, all JCPS events scheduled for 7 p.m. or later this evening (Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025) are canceled. A decision on Friday’s schedule will be announced tonight or early tomorrow morning.
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
All JCPS events scheduled for 7 p.m. of later this evening (Thursday, December 11) are canceled.
✅ APPLICATION ASSISTANCE | Need help completing your child's application for the 2026-27 school year? JCPS will host a Community Application Assistance event at the Passport Community Space on Wednesday, Dec. 9. See the flyer for more details!
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
"Flyer with a yellow background decorated with school supplies such as pencils, scissors, paper clips, paintbrushes, and notebooks. In the center is a white cloud-shaped text box that reads: 'Community Application Assistance at the Passport Community Space.' Below it, the flyer lists the event location and details: '2028 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40210. Dec 9th from 4:30 PM–6:30 PM.' It states the event is sponsored by the Office of School Choice and includes contact information: '(502) 485-6250, jcpsschoolchoice@jefferson.kyschools.us.' On the right side, there is a small illustration of a graduation cap on a globe and a laptop with a person’s silhouette on the screen. A note at the bottom says: 'The School Choice Office will be on site to help complete student applications.' JCPS logo appears in the lower left corner."
✅ DON’T FORGET | Have you completed your child’s application yet? The deadline is coming up! If your student is entering kindergarten or has never attended a JCPS school, remember to register online first to get your access key. Need help? Call the Office of School Choice at 502-485-6250.

Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2523492
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
“JCPS graphic announcing the application period for students entering kindergarten or new to JCPS. Text states that applications are required from November 3 through December 19, 2025. Icons of a backpack, a computer cursor, and a location pin appear at the top. Message at bottom says ‘Apply Now on the JCPS website.’”
📢 JCBE ANNOUNCEMENT | The Chair and Vice Chair of the Jefferson County Board of Education announced they will formally move to pause the plan to consolidate and close schools, following recent community input.

You can read more on the JCPS News Page. https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2583609
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
Jefferson County Board of Education Announcement
📢 JCBE ANNOUNCEMENT | The Chair and Vice Chair of the Jefferson County Board of Education announced they will formally move to pause the plan to consolidate and close schools, following recent community input.

You can read more on the JCPS News Page. https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2583609
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
Jefferson County Board of Education Announcement
✅ NOW HIRING | This season, choose purpose. Instructional assistants provide essential support and stability in the classroom, helping students reach their full potential every day. Be part of their journey!

Start making a difference now: jcps.me/careers.

Grow With JCPS. Build A Future Where You Belong.
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
A promotional flyer for JCPS recruiting Instructional Assistants. At the top, a photo shows an adult woman smiling and talking with a young child in a classroom setting. A megaphone graphic sits beside the headline: “Make This Season Meaningful – Join JCPS as an Instructional Assistant.” Benefits listed include: benefits package, family-friendly schedule, growth opportunities, and pay from $17.43–$20.07 per hour with noted stipends. Positions available include Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education, with brief role descriptions. A QR code appears at the bottom next to the text “Grow With JCPS. Build A Future Where You Belong.” The flyer ends with “Apply Now” and the link jcps.me/careers along with the JCPS logo.
All JCPS schools and offices will return to a regular, in-person schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

Our teams have worked hard to ensure our facilities and transportation routes are ready, and we’re excited to have students and staff back in our buildings.
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
Schools are open Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Due to inclement weather, JCPS, and Newcomer Academy, will be on NTI (non-traditional instruction) today, Dec 2, 2025.

Please refer to directions here for more information - https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1weHwnHn6N6JaNDD0bG7cwK85UtjH-KXHqXbtImX86xY/edit?slide=id.g2b4d64bbf47_0_8#slide=id.g2b4d64bbf47_0_8
7 months ago, Gwen Snow
nti dec 2 25
Due to inclement weather, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, will be a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day for JCPS students and staff. All JCPS buildings are closed and all after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled.
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025
SCHOOL APPLICATION ASSISTANCE | The JCPS School Application Period remains open through Dec. 19. If you need help submitting your application for the 2026-27 school year, the Office of School Choice will be on-site at the Newburg Library this Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. You can also receive assistance from the Office of School Choice, M-F, over the phone at (502) 485-6250 or at the LAM building.
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
Community Application Event. 12/03/2025. 5:30 to 7 pm. Newburg Library, 4800 Exeter Ave., Louisville, KY 40218. Join us for information about school choices and assistance with submitting applications.
REMINDER | JCPS will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28. Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and happy Thanksgiving Break!
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
Happy Thanksgiving. JCPS will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28.
SCHOOL CHOICE | JCPS offers a variety of school choices. Do you need help deciding which is the best fit for your student before applying? Hear from the Office of School Choice about the registration and application process, and what to consider when choosing a school: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzI5Wt4Rqws

Applications are open now through Dec. 19.
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
🎉 HAPPY EDUCATION SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS DAY | Thank you to all of the education support professionals who keep our schools running smoothly. Success takes a team, and ESPs are at the heart of it ❤️.
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
National Education Association. Happy Education Support Professionals Day. #WeLoveOurESPs
Dear Parent or Guardian,

As part of our effort to support the Whole Child, JCPS will be implementing a universal social and emotional screening for students in grades 6 - 12. We will be utilizing the BESS (Behavior and Emotional Screening System).

Universal social and emotional screening can provide a fair and impartial way of looking at how students are progressing in their social and emotional development. Screenings can also help identify areas where school personnel can improve or adjust our support. Please understand that screening is NOT an assessment or an evaluation.

Students will be allowed to complete a self-screener that will take approximately 10-15 minutes. Information from this survey will be used to help our staff identify supports that may benefit our students.

Participation in the screener is completely voluntary. Parents may review the screener upon request. If you do not want your child to participate, please complete and return the form that you will receive this week to your child’s school by 11/21/2025.

We appreciate your assistance as we work together to educate and support our student(s).

Sincerely,
Gwen Snow, Principal Newcomer Academy
7 months ago, Gwen Snow
💯 100 DAYS WITH DR. YEARWOOD | We're proud to celebrate the progress made during Dr. Brian Yearwood's first 100 days as Superintendent! Click below to read his letter to our community about the work he’s done in these first days.

Read more here: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2551228
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
100 Days with Dr. Brian Yearwood.
What we've done so far...Seven community conversations, hearing from parents and community partners across the district.
Dozens of school visits, connecting with students, staff, and principals.
Raised more than $13,000 to fight hunger through Dare to Care.
Announced a 5% reduction in chronic absenteeism.
And so much more to come. Thank you, Dr. Yearwood.
❤️ HAPPY WORLD KINDNESS DAY! 🌍 | Hear from students at Indian Trail Elementary School as they remind us what kindness is all about: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7MpwY7aTspo
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
World Kindness Day: JCPS
APPLICATIONS OVER APPS | On Saturday, Nov. 15, the Office of School Choice will be on-site at the JCPS Satellite Office (1107 S. 17th St.) to answer any questions you have about the school application process. Several criteria-based magnet school representatives will also be present to assist. See the flyers below for more details!
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.
Flyer titled “Join Us for Appetizers & Applications.” Event date and time: November 15th, 10 AM–1 PM. Location: JCPS Satellite Office, 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210. Text explains that attendees can receive application assistance for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. It lists participating magnet schools: Middle Schools: Meyzeek, Newburg, Noe, Western, Westport High Schools: Academy @ Shawnee, Atherton, Central, duPont Manual, Western Hosted by the Office of School Choice & Diversity Equity & Poverty. Background shows two women reviewing papers together. JCPS logo appears in the bottom right corner. Flyer colors include blue, red, green, and cream.

JCPS Equal Opportunity EmployerDear Newcomer Academy parents and guardians,

We invite you to give your feedback on the programs and services offered by the Newcomer Academy Youth Service Center by completing the Needs Assessment Survey.

Your responses are 100% anonymous and will directly impact how we serve you and your families throughout the school year.

Please access the survey at the following link:
https://forms.gle/9dpK6Z1d2HUgLzxd7

Feel free to translate the form in your browser!

8 months ago, Gwen Snow
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
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Champions Graphic