Cochran Elementary

✅ DEADLINE TODAY | Today is the last day to let us know your child will re-enroll in Butler Traditional High School, Coleridge-Taylor Montessori Elementary, Lyman T. Johnson Traditional Middle, Louisville Male High School, duPont Manual High School, or Whitney Young Elementary for the 2025-26 school year. Students who left these six JCPS magnets in 2024-25 due to lack of JCPS-provided transportation will be allowed to return to those schools for the 2025-26 school year. But families must let the district know by TODAY, April 10 if their student plans to return to their magnet school. Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2104293

🚍 BUS DRIVER HIRING BLITZ | Did you know average pay for a JCPS bus driver is $55,000 per year? Please join us at our upcoming Bus Driver Hiring Blitz on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VanHoose Education Center! Participants can learn more about the position and apply on site!

✅ REGISTER NOW | General registration opened today for the 2025 Summer Success League (formerly known as JCPS Backpack League). Learn more and register now through March 30: https://bit.ly/SummerSuccessLeague2025

🌟 SELF-CARE ADVENTURE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY | Join us for Peace in the Chaos: A Self-Care Adventure for the Whole Family event on Tuesday, March 18. See the flyer below for more information, and register online: https://tinyurl.com/JCPSpeace25 #WeAreJCPS

NATIONAL AMERICORPS WEEK | Through the Department of Student Support Services and the Office of Community Support Services, JCPS has proudly operated the AmeriCorps REACH Corps program for 15 years. REACH Corps members serve at elementary and middle schools, supporting students who show early signs of disengagement. Our goal is to help students reach their full academic potential and graduate on time. Join us in celebrating our 18 dedicated JCPS REACH Corps members, who have committed this year to serving our most precious resource—our students!

✅ 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

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

❄️ 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.

🚨 JCPS UPDATE | All JCPS athletics and extracurricular activities are canceled for Tuesday, February 18, 2025, due to inclement weather.

🎉 CELEBRATING SSOs | Today marks School Security Officer (SSO) Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of our SSOs who help keep our schools safe! #WeAreJCPS

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✅ 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

✅ 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

Dear Cochran Famlies, Due to an increase in illness-related student and staff absences, Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) will implement Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Days on Friday, February 7, 2025 and Monday, February 10, 2025. Cochran students are expected to complete Day 2 and 3 of NTI packets that were sent home in the red folder the week of January 13th. Students will turn in their work on February 11th in order to be marked present for the NTI days. All athletic and extracurricular activities will continue as planned. Thank you, Cochran Elementary

🚨 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.

Family Teacher Conferences are scheduled for February 17th! Students should be bringing home a letter and a form to select a time for a conference. Please return the form with your students ASAP for your preferred time! 📅 Conference Date: February 17th, 2025 🕒 Time: Request a time between 9-4 📍 Location: Cochran Elementary What is a #CtheSuccess Conference? The #CtheSuccess Conference is a Student-Led event where your child takes the lead in sharing their academic progress and achievements with you during Parent-Teacher Conference day! This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with your child’s learning and growth in a meaningful way! What Will Your Child Share? Your child will present their Student Portfolio, which includes: MAP Data: Insights into your child’s academic progress. Classroom Reflection: A look into their learning experiences, successes, and challenges. Behavior Reflection: An overview of their behavior and its impact on their learning. Why Attend? Empower Your Child: Let them take the reins and showcase their learning journey. Celebrate Achievements: Acknowledge the successes and progress they’ve made. Identify Areas for Growth: Collaborate with your child to set goals and determine areas for improvement. Build Responsibility: Help your child become more accountable for their learning. What Should You Do? Bring Your Child: This is a collaborative experience, so it’s essential for your child to attend the conference. Ask Questions: Discuss your child’s work, listen to their reflections, and ask how you can support their goals. Focus on Growth: Encourage your child to talk about what they need from you to succeed. Let’s Make Learning a Partnership! We look forward to seeing you at the #CtheSuccess Conference and celebrating your child’s progress together! 🔹 Remember, your involvement is key to your child’s success! 🔹

✅ 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

✅ 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

🖤 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

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!