🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | Ashley Billiter, a senior at duPont Manual High School, will join Sen. Mitch McConnell and Sen. Rand Paul in representing Kentucky during the 63rd annual U.S. Senate Youth Program in March! Read more: bit.ly/2025USSYP
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Ashley Billiter smiling.
DOWNLOAD THE NEW JCPS APP | We're thrilled to announce the new app for JCPS! It's everything Jefferson County Public Schools, in your pocket. Download for Android: https://aptg.co/5BH22f
 Download for iPhone: https://aptg.co/mqSZlT
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: It's everything Jefferson County Public Schools, in your pocket. News, Events, Documents, Staff, Notifications, Dining. Image of three phones showing the app in use. Download the JCPS, KY app from the iOS App Store or Android Play Store and enable Notifications.
✅ SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | The 2025 Comprehensive School Survey is open now through Feb. 28, 2025! If you are a JCPS parent/guardian or employee, take the survey now at ➡️: https://bit.ly/JCPSCSS25
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: We want your feedback. Help us improve! Take the 2025 Comprehensive School Survey.
❄️ THANK YOU | Thank you to our JCPS employees working around the clock this week to prepare our buildings for the return of students and staff. We appreciate you!
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Thank You! and has a picture of a snow shovel in snow.
❄️⛄️ SNOW DAY | The snow day adventures continue for our students and staff today. We love to see how our community is making #WinterFun memories! #SnowDayMagic #WeAreJCPS
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Photo collage of students playing in the snow.
❄️ SNOW MUCH FUN ❄️ | We've missed seeing our students and staff in person this week but love to see how everyone is making the most of this winter wonderland! Thanks to those who shared snow day photos with us on social media!
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Collage of photos of students playing in the snow and a middle box that says "Snow Day Fun."
🎁 SHOP WITH A COP | Thanks to the Louisville Metro Police Department's 2nd District for making the holidays brighter for many of our JCPS students, including some from Maupin Elementary School!
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Police officers, other adults, and students pose for a picture inside a store.
Three police officers and two students pose for a picture and smile inside a store standing by two shopping carts full of toys and goods for children.
A police officer and a student pose for a picture. The student holds up a Batman toy.
A police officer, an adult, and a student stand by a shopping cart.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS | Reminder, there is no school Dec. 23 to Jan. 3. Classes resume on Jan. 6, 2025. Have a safe and relaxing Winter Break!
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Have a wonderful Winter Break
✅ APPLY BY DEC. 20 | Just a few days remain for families to apply to the school that best aligns with their child's learning style and interest for the 2025-26 school year. Applications are due by this Friday, Dec. 20! Apply now: https://bit.ly/JCPSapplication2025-26
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Application Period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 11 through December 20, 2024. Apply now on the JCPS website!
🧠 SHARING LEADS TO LEARNING | 30 of JCPS’ highest-need schools are sharing ideas on how to improve learning in their buildings. For instance, Sanders Elementary's math test scores jumped after starting a 30-minute WHAM session each day featuring fun math exercises!
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
An adult talks to three other adults in front of a poster.
An adult talks to three other adults in front of a poster.
An adult points to a poster on the wall while five other adults stand nearby.
✅ 4 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY | Have you completed your child’s application for the 2025-26 school year yet? Note: If your student is entering kindergarten or has never attended a JCPS school, you must register online first to get your access key. If you need assistance, call 502-485-6250. Apply now: https://bit.ly/JCPSapplication2025-26
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Jefferson County Public Schools 2025-26 School Year Enrollment Information Application Period Flyer. Call 502-485-6250 for more information.
✅ ONE WEEK REMAINING | The application period for the 2025-26 school year ends next Friday, Dec. 20! As a reminder, incoming kindergarten, 6th, and 9th grade students in West Louisville may need to choose between school options that are close to home or farther away. Parents with questions regarding the application period should call 502-485-6250. Apply now: https://bit.ly/JCPSapplication2025-26
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Application Period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 11 through December 20, 2024. Apply now on the JCPS website.
Graphic says: Application Period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 11 through December 20, 2024. Apply now on the JCPS website.
Graphic says: Application Period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 11 through December 20, 2024. Apply now on the JCPS website.
Graphic says: Application Period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 11 through December 20, 2024. Apply now on the JCPS website.
Graphic says: Application Period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 11 through December 20, 2024. Apply now on the JCPS website.
Graphic says: Application Period. All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 11 through December 20, 2024. Apply now on the JCPS website.
🌞 MORNINGS WITH MOMS | #MorningswithMoms celebrated students at @Laukhuf Elementary School today! Thank you to all of the volunteers who made this morning special!
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
A group of women hold signs and pom poms and smile for a picture.
A student raises his hands in the air and smiles.
A student smiles as she walks down the hall.
Women holding signs and pom poms cheer on students as they walk down the hall.
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | JCPS Director of Leadership and Professional Development Faith Stroud was awarded the National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE) 2024 Marcus Foster Distinguished Educator Award! STORY ➡️ https://bit.ly/FaithStroudAward #WeAreJCPS
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Faith Stroud stands on a stage at the NABSE International Conference along with other adults.
Faith Stroud and two other adults pose for a picture and smile. Stroud holds an award.
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | The Louisville Lightning prep wheelchair basketball team placed second in the Hoosier Hoops Classic at Butler University in Indianapolis, IN! We love to see this JCPS adaptive sports team shine!
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Eleven students in wheelchairs hold trophies and pose for a picture with three adults.
🏗️ SITE VISIT | Ballard High School civil engineering students got a chance to tour the new Louisville VA Medical Center today! Thank you to the Louisville District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for giving these Academies of Louisville engineering pathway students a real-world glimpse into the industry!
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Students wear construction hard-hats, safety glasses, and safety vests and walk around a building that is under construction.
Students wear construction hard-hats, safety glasses, and safety vests and listen to an adult who is speaking.
Students wear construction hard-hats, safety glasses, and safety vests and walk around a building that is under construction.
Students wear construction hard-hats, safety glasses, and safety vests and walk around a building that is under construction.
✅ APPLY TODAY | The deadline to apply for the 2025-26 school year is approaching. Don’t forget to use your Choices Books as a guide to help in your decision making process. If you still have questions, contact the Office of School Choice at 502-485-6250. Apply now: https://bit.ly/JCPSapplication2025-26 Choices Books: https://bit.ly/ChoicesBooks2025-26
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Easy School Choice Navigator. Call the Office of School Choice for more information at 502-485-6250.
✅ REMINDER | Need help applying for the 2025-26 school year? Join us for Appetizers & Applications this Saturday, Dec. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the JCPS Satellite Office! 🌟 BONUS: If you are interested in employment with JCPS, Human Resources will be on site!
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Join Us For Appetizers and Applications Dec. 7, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. JCPS Satellite Office 1107 South 17th Street, Louisville, KY 40210 Join us for application assistance for those applying for elementary school, Choice Zone, and Magnet Schools or Magnet Programs. The following magnet schools will be present to answer any criteria-based magnet application questions: Manual, Central, Grace James, Western Middle, and Western high Hosted by the Office of School Choice and Diversity, Equity, & Poverty
✅ APPLICATION ASSISTANCE | Need help applying for the 2025-26 school year? We hope to see you tonight! ⬇️
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Community Application Event, 12/05/2024, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Newburg Library, 4800 Exeter Ave., Louisville, KY 40218. Join us for information about school choices and assistance with submitting applications. Office of School Choice: (502) 485-6250.
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | The Valley High School Band is on a roll! This small but mighty 21-member band has garnered a series of firsts—participation in the Kentucky marching band championship, regional championship and the Bands Of America (BOA) Grand Nationals in Indianapolis—all for the first time. Ft. Knox Commander Col. Sherman Watson and other U.S. Army leaders recently presented the band with a $5,000 prize package that students won at the Grand Nationals in a contest sponsored by the Army and the University of Louisville!
9 months ago, JCPS Communications
An adult conducts a room full of band students.
Army personnel stand behind band students who are seated.
Student play instruments.
Students in the band sit in chairs on a stage.