Please see the information about Family Teacher Conference Day. Please join us on September 23, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm.

ACTION REQUIRED | We need to know how your child will get to and from school for the 2026-27 school year. The JCPS Transportation Verification (TV) form is now open. Every JCPS family must complete this form to let us know how your child will get to and from school.
The final day to request bus transportation for the first day of school is June 8, 2026. Eligible bus riders who fill out the Transportation Verification form by June 8, 2026, will be notified of their bus stop location in July via the JCPS Bus Teller. You can find more information here: https://cloudapps.jefferson.kyschools.us/TransportationPortal

🌟 Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 6 to 8 p.m. | Central High School
🌟 Thursday, Oct. 29 | 6 to 8 p.m. | W.E.B. DuBois Academy
Learn more and RSVP: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3182281/

Please take a moment to complete this brief survey regarding your student's access to Google Classroom at home (via phone, tablet, computer, etc.):
https://forms.gle/mKBhhSiXtTrQjkHL7
Kindly enter their name as listed in Infinite Campus.
Thank you for your support.
Dear Parents/Guardians
Coach Jeremy Baker is hosting a Parent Cafe here at Southern HS on November 11th. This is an opportunity for parents and guardians to have access to ideas and resources to be successful in their home and community. Be one of the first 25 families to attend and receive a FREE $25 KROGER GIFT CARD. The event will take place from 6:30-7:30pm in the library. We hope to see you there!

Need help with school applications? Join the JCPS Office of School Choice Outreach at the Showcase of Schools on Oct. 24 at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center! Stop by "The Fun Zone" (next to the concession stand) for "Let’s Talk JCPS Applications: Who, What, When & How."
Presentation Times: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m.
We’re here to walk you through the process step-by-step and answer your questions.
Learn more about the Showcase of Schools here: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3155640

Whether you need to report a safety concern or address an issue that wasn't resolved through standard school channels, secure support is always available:
💻 Online: Visit jcps.ethicspoint.com or click the red ❗️ icon at the top of any JCPS webpage. Forms translate directly into our top non-English languages!
📞 Phone: Call 888-393-6780 to submit a tip over the phone with additional language support.
Your child's teacher and principal remain your main contact for daily school matters, but this hotline is here whenever you need direct, confidential support.
👉 Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3081913


Park at one of the designated school pick up locations, ride with your neighbors, and let us handle the driving. More details, including bus schedules & locations: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3155640

Southern will be offering free FAFSA assistance to help you and your families complete the application. This event will be on October 19th from 5:30-7:00 pm. This is a drop-in event, and no appointment is necessary.
We will also have a FAFSA Workshop on November 10th at Southern during the school day from 9-11:30am! If you are interested in receiving assistance during this time, use the sign up link. Below is a guide, along with a video to help!
Youtube Guide
FAFSA Guide
Thank you,
Counseling Team





October 8th - Senior Pictures
October 9th - Underclassmen Pictures

Please see the information about Family Teacher Conference Day. Please join us on September 23, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm.






