☀️ SUMMER CAMP KICKOFF EVENT THIS WEEKEND | Looking for summer camps and enrichment opportunities for your child? Join us for the 21st Annual JCPS Family Resource & Youth Services Centers Summer Camp Kickoff this Saturday, March 7, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the JCPS Center for Professional Learning (3903 Atkinson Square Dr.).

This FREE event connects JCPS families with a wide variety of summer camps and programs from across Jefferson County. Families can meet providers, ask questions, and enter drawings for summer camp scholarships.

All JCPS families are welcome!
4 days ago, JCPS Communications
Colorful flyer for the Summer Camp Kickoff hosted by JCPS Family Resource and Youth Services Centers. The event takes place March 7 from 11 AM to 2 PM at the JCPS Center for Professional Learning, 3903 Atkinson Square Drive, Louisville, KY 40218 (new location). The event is free and sponsored by JCPS Family Resource and Youth Service Centers. The flyer announces the 21st Annual Summer Camp Kickoff 2026, where numerous summer camp providers will share information about summer programs and activities available for children and families during summer break. It also notes that free camp scholarships will be given away as door prizes. Families must attend the kickoff but do not need to be present during the prize drawing to win. The design features bright circles with photos of children participating in outdoor activities like tug-of-war and sitting inside a camping tent, along with playful summer graphics such as a sun, mountains, trees, and waves.
Colorful flyer for the Summer Camp Kickoff hosted by JCPS Family Resource and Youth Services Centers. The event takes place March 7 from 11 AM to 2 PM at the JCPS Center for Professional Learning, 3903 Atkinson Square Drive, Louisville, KY 40218 (new location). The event is free and sponsored by JCPS Family Resource and Youth Service Centers. The flyer announces the 21st Annual Summer Camp Kickoff 2026, where numerous summer camp providers will share information about summer programs and activities available for children and families during summer break. It also notes that free camp scholarships will be given away as door prizes. Families must attend the kickoff but do not need to be present during the prize drawing to win. The design features bright circles with photos of children participating in outdoor activities like tug-of-war and sitting inside a camping tent, along with playful summer graphics such as a sun, mountains, trees, and waves.
📚 LITERACY NIGHT AT THE CARDINALS GAME ❤️ | What a night celebrating literacy and cheering on the Cards!

Thank you to the University of Louisville for hosting Literacy Night at the KFC Yum! Center as the Cardinals took on Syracuse.

We’re so grateful for the incredible support shown to our JCPS students—and for every new and gently used book donated during the Book Drive. Your generosity is helping spark a love of reading across our district.

📸 Superintendent Dr. Yearwood was there to celebrate the power of reading alongside JCPS families! 📖✨
5 days ago, JCPS Communications
Students and adults stand on the court at the KFC Yum! Center.
Dr. Yearwood talks to two adults at the UofL basketball game.
Students and adults stand on the court at the KFC Yum! Center.
Students and adults stand on the court at the KFC Yum! Center.
📚 LITERACY NIGHT AT THE CARDINALS GAME ❤️ | What a night celebrating literacy and cheering on the Cards!

Thank you to the University of Louisville for hosting Literacy Night at the KFC Yum! Center as the Cardinals took on Syracuse.

We’re so grateful for the incredible support shown to our JCPS students—and for every new and gently used book donated during the Book Drive. Your generosity is helping spark a love of reading across our district.

📸 Superintendent Dr. Yearwood was there to celebrate the power of reading alongside JCPS families! 📖✨
5 days ago, JCPS Communications
Students and adults stand on the court at the KFC Yum! Center.
Dr. Yearwood talks to two adults at the UofL basketball game.
Students and adults stand on the court at the KFC Yum! Center.
Students and adults stand on the court at the KFC Yum! Center.
🌟 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!
6 days ago, JCPS Communications
Dr. Yearwood speaks at a podium.
Students play guitars.
A floral arrangement sits on a table.
Dr. Yearwood shakes hands with an adult.
An adult smiles.
Adults sit in chairs and listen to a speech.
Dr. Yearwood speaks at a podium.
An adult smiles.

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Make sure that you pre-order your 2026 Yearbook.

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Navy Modern High School Yearbook (Instagram Post (45))

Let's pack the house!

11 days ago, Valley High School
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Come out, cheer them to Victory!
12 days ago, Jenny Cotton
Pink And Green Floral Tropical Exotic hawaii Luau Aloha Birthday Invitation
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.
13 days ago, JCPS Communications
Get Your JCPS News From the Source. jcps.me/news (includes a screenshot of the JCPS news page)
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!
14 days ago, JCPS Communications
Public Schools Week. February 23-27, 2026 #PSW26
Come join us for fun filled night!
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🚀 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.
19 days ago, JCPS Communications
Photo collage of adults attending the Google-Palooza PD event with adults sitting at tables.
Three adults pose for a picture and smile.

Come out and show our seniors some support

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senior night (Instagram Post (45))

#VikingStrong

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Theater celebration (Instagram Post (45))
Hope to see you there!
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🚍 DRIVE WITH US | We’re hosting a Job Fair for bus and van drivers, and we want to meet YOU! 🫵 Come find your next career opportunity with JCPS.

⏰ Date & Time: Friday, March 6 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 Location: VanHoose Education Center (3332 Newburg Road)
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Job Fair. Hiring Bus & Van Drivers, Friday, March 6, 2026. 10 a.m. 2 p.m., VanHoose Education Center, 3332 Newburg Road, Louisville, KY 40218.
Due to the additional snow and ice on roads and sidewalks throughout Jefferson County, JCPS will utilize a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Students should follow their school’s established NTI protocols. NTI days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar.

All after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Wednesday. If there are any changes to the YMCA CEP program, families will be notified by YMCA CEP.
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day for JCPS on Wednesday, Feb, 4, 2026
🌟 CELEBRATING SCHOOL COUNSELORS | Feb. 2 to 6 is National School Counselor Week, a time to recognize and celebrate the vital role school counselors play in supporting students’ academic success, social-emotional development, and career readiness.

Thank you to our JCPS school counselors for all you do!
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
National School Counseling Week. School Counselors Amplify Student Success. Thank you, school counselors.
🚨REGULAR SCHEDULE | After careful consideration, JCPS will return to its normal, in-person schedule on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

As always, we encourage everyone to use caution and their best judgment when traveling to and from school.

We appreciate your continued support of our students and staff throughout JCPS.
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS schools are open Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

DELAYED START| All JCPS schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 2, 2026. Early Childhood classes are canceled for the day. All after school athletic events and extracurricular activities remain as scheduled. There is no change to dismissal times. 

A delayed start will allow students to be at bus stops and walking to school in the daylight.


about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS on a two-hour delay Monday, February 2, 2026
Basketball Homecoming Week!
about 1 month ago, Jenny Cotton
Winter  spirit week  (Instagram Post (45))