🎒📚 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!
3 days ago, JCPS Communications
Happy first day of school! 2026-27
🎒 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.
3 days ago, JCPS Communications
Back to School. See you Thursday, August 6!

Big congratulations to Lana Shoemaker for being recognized at the District Board Meeting for winning the national @Flocabulary Rap Contest! 🏆📝

Your creativity and hard work make Pathfinder proud! 👏✨

4 days ago, Pathfinder School of Innovation
pic of winning student
🎒 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
4 days ago, JCPS Communications
Dr. Brian Yearwood smiling.
🎒 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! 🎉
9 days ago, JCPS Communications
One week to go! School starts Thursday, August 6, 2026

🚍 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.

11 days ago, JCPS Communications

🚌 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

12 days ago, JCPS Communications
Download our new bus tracking app now. Available on your smartphone. My Ride K-12. Mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27. myridek12.tylerapp.com, Download app.
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
24 days ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Board Vacancy
🚌 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
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Promotional graphic from JCPS advertising the My Ride K-12 school bus tracking app. The design features a blue and white background with the JCPS logo and the headline, “Download Our New Bus Tracking App Now,” followed by “Available On Your Smartphone.” A card displays the My Ride K-12 app logo, the text “Mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27,” the website myridek12.tylerapp.com, and a star rating. Two smartphone mockups show the app’s Message Center screen with bus arrival notifications. A large “Download App” button appears at the bottom.
☀️ 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
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Two workers load boxes into a car trunk.
🚨 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
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: "Guardian Action Required" and includes a screenshot of the JCPS Transportation Portal website.
🚍 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/
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS & the New TARC Network flyer
JCPS & the New TARC Network flyer
🚌 BUS TRACKING TOOL | 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.

Click the link below to download the app and learn more.
https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/o/jcps/article/2895007
3 months ago, JCPS Communications
Download our new bus tracking app now. Available on your smartphone. My Ride K-12. Mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27. myridek12.tylerapp.com, Download app.
🚌 BUS TRACKING TOOL | 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.

Click the link below to download the app and learn more.

https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/o/jcps/article/2895007
3 months ago, JCPS Communications
Download our new bus tracking app now. Available on your smartphone. My Ride K-12. Mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27. myridek12.tylerapp.com, Download app.

🍎✨ A massive thank you to our administration for making us feel celebrated during Teacher Appreciation Week. Your support reminds us why we love what we do.

3 months ago, Pathfinder School of Innovation
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teacher appreciate image
🩺 NATIONAL SCHOOL NURSE DAY 💙 | They are the first call when a student isn't feeling well, the calm voice in an emergency, and a trusted presence for thousands of students every single day.

Today we celebrate our JCPS school nurses—compassionate, skilled, and absolutely essential. Thank you for taking care of our kids!
3 months ago, JCPS Communications
A Big Thank You. Happy National School Nurse Day!
❤️ FROM THE HEART 📝 | We invited seniors to write a letter to their favorite teacher. For #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we're sharing a few of the heartfelt responses.

"There were days when I needed more than just a teacher, and somehow, you always knew."
3 months ago, JCPS Communications
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week. To: Mrs. Lopez. Fern Creek High School Dear Mrs. Lopez, I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for everything you've done for me. When I look back on my high school experience, I don’t think about or talk about my grade in your class, but rather, I remember and talk about you. There were days when I needed more than just a teacher, and somehow, you always knew. You are someone who listens without judging, someone who can make anyone feel safe and welcome. Now, as I’m about to graduate high school, I can wholeheartedly say you were one of the most important people in my high school journey. You changed me in ways I didn’t even realize at the time. You made me realize that I really can do anything I put my mind to. I don't think I've said it enough and I will continue to say it, thank you Mrs. Lopez. From Itzel R. 12th Grade Fern Creek High School
🎉 CELEBRATING PRINCIPALS | Every day, our principals show up for their students, their staff, and their communities. They are problem-solvers, encouragers, and visionaries. Today we celebrate every one of them and say thank you for everything you do to make JCPS great. Happy National School Principals' Day! 👏
3 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says, "Happy National School Principals' Day. We appreciate you."
We are incredibly proud of our Pathfinder STLP team for their performance at the State Championship last week. 🎓✨
Congratulations to our state winners:

🏆Zahraa A: 1st Place in Digital Storytelling
🏆Zahraa A: 1st Place in Screen Capture Tutorial
🏆Zahraa A: 2nd Place in Digital Music Manipulation
🏆Lana S & Zahraa A: 1st Place in Data for Action
🏆Tony M: 1st Place in Multimedia Mashup

🚀Zaineb A: passed the industry certification in IC3 Digital Literacy
🚀Lana S: passed the industry certification in IC3 Digital Literacy
🚀Aranea: passed the industry certification in IC3 Digital Literacy and Generative AI

💡JCPS STLP Sponsor of the Year:
Dr. Jackie Honghern for her "outstanding job growing Pathfinder’s STLP program over the past few years. This year, she supported students competing in Certipalooza—the first JCPS participants in several years." -Russell Hockenbury (District STLP Lead)
3 months ago, Pathfinder School of Innovation
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🎉 GAMECHANGER AWARD | Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood was honored to accept the Metro United Way Gamechanger Award on behalf of JCPS this week at the organization's seventh annual Community Impact Awards, also known as the "Immies."

Presented by Old National Bank, the Immies event celebrates the great work done to help kids thrive, households grow stronger, and ensure our community is more equitable!
4 months ago, JCPS Communications
Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood accepts an award from another adult.
An award reads, "2026 Immies. Jefferson County Public Schools. Metro United Way. Gamechanger Award."