March has lots to celebrate, including Women's History Month and March Book Madness. Stop by the library and check out this display to find a book for both!
12 months ago, SHS Library
books on a shelf in the library
women's history books on a shelf in the library
baskeball fiction books on a shelf in the library
✅ SURVEY CLOSES TOMORROW | The JCPS Comprehensive School Survey closes tomorrow, Feb. 28. Your anonymous feedback impacts school improvement! If you haven't already, please take a moment to complete the survey now: https://bit.ly/JCPSCSS25 #WeAreJCPS
12 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: We want your feedback. Help us improve! Take the 2025 Comprehensive School Survey.
STATE OF THE DISTRICT | Superintendent Dr. Marty Pollio delivered his seventh and final State of the District address today at The Olmsted. Thanks to the generosity of many, the event helped raise more than $65,000 for the JCPS Community Scholarship Fund, which supports graduating JCPS seniors! Watch Dr. Pollio's address and other speakers from today's event on the JCPS YouTube channel ➡️ https://youtube.com/watch?v=TrK6vCobECQ Read more: https://jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2053088 #WeAreJCPS
12 months ago, JCPS Communications
Dr. Pollio speaks at a podium.
📚 BLACK HISTORY READ-IN | Southern High School students spread knowledge and kindness at Blake Elementary School yesterday! Dozens of National Honor Society and Sources of Strength members read powerful books about Black history, inspiring the younger students one story at a time!
12 months ago, JCPS Communications
Three students sit in front of a group of younger students and hold books.
Students select children's books off a table.
Two students stand at the front of a classroom and read to younger students.
Two students sit at the front of a classroom and read to younger students.
Students and adults pose for a picture and smile.
❄️ NTI DAY | Due to forecasted snow during the morning commute, JCPS will utilize a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Day on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. All athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Wednesday.
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day, Non-Traditional Instruction, School Buildings Closed, Due to Inclement Weather Forecast. Wednesday, February 19, 2025
🚨 JCPS UPDATE | All JCPS athletics and extracurricular activities are canceled for Tuesday, February 18, 2025, due to inclement weather.
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
Athletics and extracurricular activities canceled Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
🎉 CELEBRATING SSOs | Today marks School Security Officer (SSO) Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of our SSOs who help keep our schools safe! #WeAreJCPS
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
An SSO stands near a vehicle.
An SSO stands near a vehicle.
An SSO scoops ice cream for a student.
An SSO stands near a vehicle.
🌟 JCPS APP | Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything Jefferson County Public Schools, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app! Download for Android https://aptg.co/5BH22f Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/mqSZlT
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
It's everything Jefferson County Public Schools, in your pocket. News, Events, Documents, Staff, Notifications, Dining. Download the JCPS, KY app from the iOS App Store or Android Play Store and enable Notifications.
✅ MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD | The Jefferson County Board of Education wants your input as they search for a new superintendent. Join us at two upcoming Community Forums on Saturday, Feb. 15: 🌟 10 to 11 a.m. at the Academy @ Shawnee 🌟 12 to 1 p.m. at Ballard High School
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
Superintendent Search Community Forums The Jefferson County Board of Education seeks your input as they search for a new superintendent. Dr. Pollio is retiring this summer, and the board wants to hear what qualities and priorities you desire in the next leader. Attend the forum and make your voice heard! Saturday, February 15, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Academy @ Shawnee Saturday, February 15, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Ballard High School
✅ MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD | The Jefferson County Board of Education wants your input as they search for a new superintendent. Join us at two upcoming Community Forums this Saturday, Feb. 15: 🌟 10 to 11 a.m. at the Academy @ Shawnee 🌟 12 to 1 p.m. at Ballard High School Learn more about the superintendent search process: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/page/superintendent-search-2025 #WeAreJCPS
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
Superintendent Search Community Forums The Jefferson County Board of Education seeks your input as they search for a new superintendent. Dr. Pollio is retiring this summer, and the board wants to hear what qualities and priorities you desire in the next leader. Attend the forum and make your voice heard! Saturday, February 15, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Academy @ Shawnee Saturday, February 15, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Ballard High School
This week our most popular reading promotional is back! Blind Date with a Book is here!! Stop by the library to check out a wrapped book. When you do, you will receive a special treat from your book "date"!
about 1 year ago, SHS Library
flyer with the words Blind date with a book, flyer is black with neon hearts
Visit the Library Website to guess how many twizzler hearts are in the jar. The jar will be in the library between February 10th and 14th. Whoever guesses closest wins the whole jar and all the candy!
about 1 year ago, SHS Library
words that say february monthyl guessing poll
Today is National Bubble Gum Day! Check out a book today and get a piece of bubble gum!
about 1 year ago, SHS Library
flier that says national bubble gum day February 7th
🚨 NTI DAYS | Due to an increase in illness-related student and staff absences, JCPS will utilize Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Days on Friday, February 7, 2025 and Monday, February 10, 2025. All athletic and extracurricular activities will continue as planned. Families and employees should see their email for additional information.
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Days Friday and Monday for JCPS.
✅ COMMUNITY FORUMS | The Jefferson County Board of Education wants your input as they search for a new superintendent. Join us at two upcoming Community Forums on Saturday, Feb. 15: ➡️ 10 to 11 a.m. at the Academy @ Shawnee ➡️ 12 to 1 p.m. at Ballard High School
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
Superintendent Search Community Forums The Jefferson County Board of Education seeks your input as they search for a new superintendent. Dr. Pollio is retiring this summer, and the board wants to hear what qualities and priorities you desire in the next leader. Attend the forum and make your voice heard! Saturday, February 15, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Academy @ Shawnee Saturday, February 15, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Ballard High School
✅ SUPERINTENDENT SURVEY | The Jefferson County Board of Education wants to hear from the public as they search for the next superintendent of JCPS. With Dr. Marty Pollio retiring this summer, the board has begun the process of hiring his successor. To assist in this effort, board members are inviting the public to complete a survey that asks about the qualities and priorities they’d like to see from the next leader of JCPS. Whether you’re a parent, student, staff member, community leader, or simply someone who cares about the future of JCPS and Louisville, your input is invaluable! Take a few moments to fill out the survey and share your thoughts: bit.ly/jcps-superintendent-search #WeAreJCPS
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Share your input! Survey closes February 14, 2025 The Jefferson County Board of Education seeks your input as they search for a new superintendent. Dr. Pollio is retiring this summer, and the board wants to hear what qualities and priorities you desire in the next leader. Take the survey and make your voice heard! bit.ly/jcps-superintendent-search
🖤 BLACK HISTORY MONTH | JCPS is excited to celebrate Black History Month with our students, staff, and community! Check out these resources from the JCPS Diversity, Equity, and Poverty Department on teaching and celebrating Black history: https://adobe.ly/3RpgXDh
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Celebrating Black History Month. February 2025.
Celebrate Black History Month by reading one of these great books!
about 1 year ago, SHS Library
books on a shelf
COMING SOON TO A LOCATION NEAR YOU | The JCPS Summer Success League (formerly known as the Backpack League) will be held June 16 – July 11, 2025. Make plans now to join us! - Breakfast and lunch provided for students - Transportation provided (within proximity to the address) - Math and Literacy Instruction - Enrichment Activities - Social Emotional Learning - Fun - Engaging HOURS: - Elementary Students (incoming 1st through incoming 6th graders) attend 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. - Middle and High School Students (incoming 7th through 12th graders) attend 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Watch the JCPS INSIDER newsletter for more information, including how to sign up!
about 1 year ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Journey to Success. Success League JCPS (formerly known as JCPS Backpack League). Summer Session Save the Date! June 16-July 11, 2025. Available for incoming grades 1-12. Free Meals and Transportation. Math, Literacy, and Enrichment Activities. Social Emotional Learning and Skill Building.
The Louisville Free Public Library is visiting SHS today during lunch! Students can check out books and learn about library events!
about 1 year ago, SHS Library
students at a table looking at books