Farnsley Families, please see your emails for an important first day recap from Principal Smith. We look forward to seeing your student back at Farnsley tomorrow!
5 months ago, Farnsley Middle School
🎒📚 WELCOME BACK, JCPS | The first day of school is here, and we’re so excited to kick off another amazing year of learning and growth. We can’t wait to see all the bright, smiling faces in our classrooms today!

📸 Don’t forget to share your back-to-school moments with us on social media using #JCPSFirstDay!
5 months ago, JCPS Communications
Happy First Day of School

Farnsley Families,
We look forward to welcoming your student at Farnsley tomorrow. Below are a few reminders:
1. School starts at 8:40am and ends at 3:20pm. School door open at 8:00am.
2. Please review the Car Rider Line directions here.
3. All cell phones and outside technology must be off and in lockers from 8:40am-3:20pm. Please Review the updated Cell Phone Policy here
4. Please review the dress code policy here

This year is going to be a great year and we look forward to seeing your student tomorrow.

5 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
🎉 WELCOME BACK, TEACHERS 👩‍🏫 | JCPS teachers returned to their classrooms today ahead of students' first day of school on Thursday, Aug. 7! We're excited to see classrooms come to life again with energy, creativity, and care.
5 months ago, JCPS Communications
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A teacher sharpens pencils in his classroom.
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Farnsley Tennis has been moved to Farnsley Middle School Gym for TODAY's practice due to weather concerns. Please bring tennis shoes, no slides.

Tennis practice for Tuesday, August 5th has been cancelled.

5 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster

Dear Farnsley Families,

We are happy to share that Coach Hopson has been released from the hospital and is recovering well. We appreciate your thoughts and support during this time.

However, due to her ongoing recovery, we will need to postpone Game Day Cheer tryouts until further notice. Once Coach Hopson is medically cleared to return to work, we will set a new tryout schedule and communicate it to all families.

Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.

Best regards,

Frank Johnson, RAA

Athletic Director

Farnsley Middle School 

(502) 485-8245

5 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
Dear Farnsley Families,
Due to overwhelming support and high demand, we have sold out of our in-person inventory and will not hold spirit wear shopping on Saturday, August 2 as originally planned.
The online spirit wear store is now open and will remain available through Saturday, August 10. Orders are expected to arrive 2–3 weeks after August 10.
To place your order, visit:
https://www.four15store.com/farnsley.html
Thank you for your continued support of Farnsley Athletics.
Farnsley Athletics
www.FarnsleyWildcats.com
5 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster

Farnsley Families: Please use this link to complete this year's EBF form: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict?ZipCode=40216&State=

Thank you!

Ms. Roberts

FRYSC

5 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster

Farnsley Athletics Updates:

Game Day Cheer: Game Day Cheer tryouts originally scheduled for this week have been postponed.

Tryouts will now take place next week on the following days:

Monday, August 4
Wednesday, August 6
Thursday, August 7
All sessions will be held at the same time and location as previously scheduled.

Dance Team Clinic and Tryouts for the 2025–26 season. Dance is a fall and winter sport, and team members will perform at school events and athletic competitions during both seasons.
Clinic Dates:
Tuesday, August 13th | 4:00–6:00 PM
Wednesday, August 14th | 4:00–6:00 PM
Tryout Date:
Thursday, August 15th | 4:00–5:00 PM
Location:
All sessions will be held at Farnsley Middle School in the cafeteria.
Important Details:
Students must attend all three days to be eligible for team selection.
An updated JCPS sports physical is required in order to participate.
Please wear athletic attire and bring water each day.
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Asia Rhoads at asia.rhoads@jefferson.kyschools.us.

Cross Country practice for the 2025 season will begin on Monday, August 11th at 5:30 PM at Iroquois Park. All interested boys and girls should meet at the white gate by the amphitheater.
This is a great opportunity for students to build endurance, compete, and represent our school in a positive and supportive environment.
Important Notes:
All participants must have an updated JCPS sports physical on file to participate.
Cross Country is open to both boys and girls.
Please bring a water bottle and wear appropriate running shoes and attire.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Coach Santana Trowell at strowell731@yahoo.com.

We look forward to a great Fall Athletics season of at Farnsley!
Thanks,

Frank Johnson, RAA
Athletic Director
Farnsley Middle School
(502) 485-8245

5 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
Dear Farnsley Families,
We’re excited to announce that our Farnsley Spirit Wear Store will be open for in-person shopping this Friday (10:00 AM–1:00 PM) and Saturday (10:00 AM–12:00 PM) in the school lobby. We will have a limited amount of gear available—first come, first served.
Please note: all in-person sales are cash only.
For more options, our online spirit wear store will open Thursday, August 1st and close Thursday, August 15th. The link to shop will be sent out on August 1st.
Don’t miss your chance to gear up and show off your Wildcat pride!
Thank you,
Farnsley Athletics
www.FarnsleyWildcats.com
5 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
Farnsley Game Day Cheer tryouts are cancelled for today. New tryout dates will be sent out later this week.
6 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
Farnsley Tennis practice is cancelled for today. Tomorrow's practice has been pushed back and will be held from 7-8:30PM.
6 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
Farnsley Families: Please use the link below to see this week's update from Principal Smith.

https://jcps.edurooms.com/engage/farnsley-middle/newsletters/weekly-updates-july-25-2025
6 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
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Dear Farnsley Families,
We are excited to announce cheerleading opportunities for the 2025–26 school year at Farnsley Middle School! This year, students will have the chance to participate in one of two cheer teams:

Game Day Cheer: Supports our football and basketball teams at home events.

Competitive Cheer: For advanced cheerleaders who will represent Farnsley at district and state competitions.

Please note: Students may only participate in one cheer team—either Game Day or Competitive Cheer. All students must try out in order to be selected for a team.

At this time, we will begin with Game Day Cheer. Tryouts will be held as part of our three-day cheer camp next week.

Game Day Cheer Camp & Tryout Schedule:
Monday, July 28 | 6:00–7:45 PM

Mandatory Parent Meeting at 7:40 PM

Wednesday, July 30 | 6:00–7:45 PM

Thursday, July 31 | 6:00–7:45 PM

Location: Farnsley Middle School Gym

More information about the Competitive Cheer team will be shared soon.

If you have any questions, please contact Athletic Director Frank Johnson at frank.johnson@jefferson.kyschools.us.
We look forward to another exciting year of school spirit—Go Wildcats!

Frank Johnson, RAA
Athletic Director
Farnsley Middle School
(502) 485-8245
6 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are excited to kick off the Farnsley Middle School Tennis season! Tennis is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn new skills, stay active, and represent our school with pride.
Tennis Program Details:
Coach: Ms. McKenzie Ingalls (mckenzie.ingalls@jefferson.kyschools.us)

Who Can Participate: Open to boys and girls in grades 6–8

Start Date: Practices will begin the week of Monday, July 28th

Practice Location: Southwest Government Center, 7219 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40258

Students should come dressed in appropriate tennis attire and bring a racquet if they have one (some equipment may be available if needed).
If your child is interested in participating, please contact Coach Ingalls or reach out to me directly for more details.
We look forward to a great season—see you on the courts!


Frank Johnson, RAA
Athletic Director
Farnsley Middle School
(502) 485-8245
6 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
Tennis Flyer
Update on Baseball tryouts for TODAY: Due to heat concerns, BASEBALL tryouts have been pushed back to 6-8PM. All athletes should wear SHORTS, not baseball pants and bring plenty of water.

Day 1: Thursday, July 24 from 6:00-8:00PM
Sun Valley Park ( on the Big Field)
6616 Ashby Ln
Louisville, KY 40272

All participants must have a current JCPS sports physical on file in order to participate—no exceptions. The required 6-page form is available at www.jcpsathletics.com or from the school’s front office.

If you have any questions or need more information, please contact me directly at frank.johnson@jefferson.kyschools.us.
6 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
Farnsley Boys Baseball Tryouts:

Day 1: Thursday, July 24 from 5:30-7:30
Sun Valley Park
6616 Ashby Ln
Louisville, KY 40272

Day 2: Friday, July 25 from 7:30-7:00
Smash House Sports Academy
8501 Als Way
Louisville, KY 40214

All participants must have a current JCPS sports physical on file in order to participate—no exceptions. The required 6-page form is available at www.jcpsathletics.com or from the school’s front office.

If you have any questions or need more information, please contact me directly at frank.johnson@jefferson.kyschools.us.
6 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
Dear Farnsley Families,
We are excited to announce that Mr. Jason Cook has been hired to lead our Farnsley Golf Program! Coach Cook brings with him an extensive background in leading successful middle school golf teams and we are thrilled to have him join our Wildcat family.
Golf tryouts and clinic sessions will be held on the following dates:
Dates: Monday, July 28, Tuesday, July 29, and Thursday, July 31
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Bobby Nichols Golf Course
4301 E Pages Ln, Louisville, KY 40272
All participants must have a current JCPS sports physical on file in order to participate—no exceptions. The required 6-page form is available at www.jcpsathletics.com or from the school’s front office.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact me directly at frank.johnson@jefferson.kyschools.us.
We look forward to a great season under Coach Cook’s leadership!
Best regards,
Frank Johnson, RAA
Athletic Director
Farnsley Middle School
(502) 485-8245
6 months ago, Courtney DeKeuster
📢 COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS | JCPS Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood is hitting the road with Community Conversations—a new series of public forums at high schools across the district!

Join Dr. Yearwood for open, honest dialogue where YOU can ask questions, share your voice, and help shape the future of JCPS.

✅ Open to all
📍 Locations: High schools across JCPS (see the flyer for details)
🗓️ Happening over the coming weeks/months

Together, let’s build on our shared strengths to create even stronger schools and deeper community connections! 🩵 📚
6 months ago, JCPS Communications
Flyer for Community Conversations with Dr. Brian Yearwood. Lists dates and times for public forums at JCPS high schools: July 28 – Seneca HS, 5:30–7 PM July 30 – Fairdale HS, 5:30–7 PM Aug 12 – Valley HS, 5:30–7 PM Aug 16 – Male HS, 10–11:30 AM Aug 21 – Ballard HS, 5:30–7 PM Aug 26 – Jeffersontown HS, 5:30–7 PM Sept 4 – Academy @ Shawnee, 5:30–7 PM Open to the public. JCPS logo shown. Dr. Yearwood pictured engaging with students.
🌟 BIG IDEAS, BRIGHT FUTURES | Our incredible ECE teachers, aides, and staff are diving into three days of learning, sharing, and growing at the JCPS Diverse Learners Institute to better support the 13,500 amazing JCPS students with disabilities. 🙌
6 months ago, JCPS Communications
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