Happy Holi! Please check out Bear Essentials #28.

https://sites.google.com/jefferson.kyschools.us/2025-26brownbe/march-4-28
7 months ago, J. Graham Brown School
Bear and bees
🌟 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!
7 months 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.
Happy Black History Month! We have a lot happening through the end of March. Be sure to read Bear Essentials #27. Have a great day!

https://sites.google.com/jefferson.kyschools.us/2025-26brownbe/february-25-27
7 months ago, J. Graham Brown School
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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.
7 months 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!
7 months ago, JCPS Communications
Public Schools Week. February 23-27, 2026 #PSW26
🚀 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.
8 months 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.
Join us tonight when we dedicate our gymnasium in honor of Wade Houston!
8 months ago, J. Graham Brown School
Wade Houston Naming Ceremony

🌟 FUTURE FOCUSED | The Black Expo Career & College Fair at J. Graham Brown School brought learning to life!

Students connected with professionals across diverse industries, explored dynamic businesses, and discovered opportunities with inspiring HBCUs—all while tying real-world possibilities to their Individual Learning Plans. 🚀

Check it out: https://youtu.be/dB_bOVF1vjA

8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Two adults talk to three students during a career fair.

Bear Essentials #26 is here with info on student-led conference day and more!

https://sites.google.com/jefferson.kyschools.us/2025-26brownbe/february-11-26

8 months ago, J. Graham Brown School
Read all about our amazing Nationally Board Certified Teacher Tamika Carr!

https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2681959
8 months ago, J. Graham Brown School
Photo of orchestra teacher in classroom

🩷 Check out our Elementary Newsletter for February! https://sites.google.com/jefferson.kyschools.us/202526brownk5/february-issue-6

8 months ago, J. Graham Brown
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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)
8 months 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.

We hope you are staying warm on NTI Day #7! Please check out Bear Essentials #25. Information from yesterday's PTSA Town Hall on the Budget Reductions facing Brown School can be found inside. Have a great day!

https://sites.google.com/jefferson.kyschools.us/2025-26brownbe/february-4-25

8 months ago, J. Graham Brown School
Cartoon Bear and bees
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.
8 months 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!
8 months 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.
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS schools are open Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

J. Graham Brown School will be on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 2nd. Morning drop off will begin at 9:20 AM and school will start at 10:00 AM. We look forward to welcoming our students back in person!

8 months ago, J. Graham Brown School

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.


8 months ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS on a two-hour delay Monday, February 2, 2026
NTI DAY | Today, our teams spent the day evaluating road conditions and school campuses across the District. While many main roads remain in good shape, several side streets and neighborhood roadways are still icy.

These conditions have led us to utilize another Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day on Friday, January 30. Students should follow their school-specific NTI instructions. NTI days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar.

All athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
NTI Day Friday, Jan. 30, 2026
STAY UP TO DATE | JCPS families, if you did not receive alerts earlier this week related to the winter weather, please double-check that your contact information in Infinite Campus is current. You can update your details online or by calling your child’s school.

👉 Update online: https://bit.ly/JCPSUpdateContactInfo

Note: Updates may take up to 24 hours to show up in the app.
8 months ago, JCPS Communications
Stay Up to Date: Double-check that your contact information in Infinite Campus is current.