Meet the Teacher Night is from 5:00-6:30pm ! We are so excited to see everyone! Click HERE to see the parking plan for this evening!

about 1 month ago, Medora Elementary
Meet the Teacher Parking
Friday, August 1st, is the last day before Meet the Teacher to verify transportation and to pick up teacher assignments. Please come from 9-Noon and 1-3pm.
about 1 month ago, Medora Elementary
Transportation Verification and Teacher Assignment Pick Up
Meet the Teacher Night is Monday, August 4th!
This is an opportunity to turn in medication, drop off school supplies and meet your child’s teacher. We are asking families to follow the schedule below. If you have a conflict with the assigned time, please come anytime between 5:00-6:30 pm.

Kindergarten and 3rd Grade 5:00-5:30 pm
1st Grade and 4th Grade 5:30 pm-6:00 pm
2nd Grade and 5th Grade 6:00-6:30 pm
about 1 month ago, Medora Elementary
Medora- Meet the Teacher Night
Medora's Ice Cream Social at Valley Dairy Freeze on Friday, August 29th from 5-8:00 pm
about 2 months ago, Medora Elementary
Medora Ice Cream Social
Transportation Verification and Teacher Assignment Pick Up Dates and Times
Monday, July 28th 9:00 am - Noon and 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Tuesday, July 29th 9:00 am - Noon and 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Wednesday, July 30th 9:00 am - Noon and 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Thursday, July 31st 9:00 am - Noon and 1:00
about 2 months ago, Medora Elementary
Transportation Verification and Teacher Assignment Pick Up
August 4th- Meet the Teacher 5-6:30 pm

August 7th- First Day of School!

August 18th-29th- PTA Fundraiser: Coupon Books

August 25th-29th- MAP Testing

August 29th- Fall Picture Day

August 29th- PTA Ice Cream Social at Valley Dairy Freeze, 5pm-8pm
about 2 months ago, Medora Elementary
August Events
📢 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! 🩵 📚
about 2 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. 🙌
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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A screen says "Inclusive Excellence, At-Promise vs. At-Risk, Maximizing Academic Potential, Difference Does Not Denote Deficit, Student Empowerment" as a session leader points at participants.
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🌟 INSPIRING PATHWAYS | Leaders from JCPS Academies of Louisville and Explore schools came together today for an inspiring Leadership Conference. These innovative middle and high schools are helping students discover their passions and plan their careers—serving as national models for student success! ✨
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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Dr. Brian Yearwood speaks at a podium.
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A screen says "PRP students get hired! Shawnee students fly to new heights! Fairdale students teach!" and includes pictures of students.
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🏆 KICKING OFF THE SEASON | JCPS fall sports coaches gathered last week for a Coaches Clinic, where they brushed up on KHSAA and district rules, Character First, CPR, SB 181, Unified Sports, and ways to support the mental health and wellness of our student-athletes.

Our leaders are ready to inspire and guide!
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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Adults sit in seats in an auditorium at the JCPS Coaches Clinic.
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We are excited to announce Amber Parker as our new School Counselor. Mrs. Parker has served as Medora’s Mental Health Practitioner since 2019. During her time as our MHP, she has provided individual and group counseling for students to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs. She taught monthly SEL lessons, delivered suicide prevention education and responded to safety concerns. Most importantly Mrs. Parker built relationships with students, staff and families. Prior to coming to JCPS, Mrs. Parker worked at Norton Children’s Hospital in the Ackerly Child Psychiatric Unit where she gained knowledge and experience with supporting children and their families.
about 2 months ago, Medora Elementary
Congratulations Mrs. Parker
Transportation Verification and Teacher Assignment Pick Up Dates and Times
Monday, July 28th 9:00 am - Noon and 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Tuesday, July 29th 9:00 am - Noon and 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Wednesday, July 30th 9:00 am - Noon and 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Thursday, July 31st 9:00 am - Noon and 1:00
about 2 months ago, Medora Elementary
Transportation Verification and Teacher Assignment Pick Up
2025-2026 Supply List
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S7e2b67mZ7_T8t6p1A0Se-FaAbDy2jS-C_OUn_0NX9Y/edit?usp=sharing
about 2 months ago, Medora Elementary
25-26 Supply List
Who: Incoming Kindergarteners and parents
Where: Medora Elementary 11801 Deering Road
When: July 29th 9:00-11:30 am or 1-3:30 pm

There will be two sessions, please pick one to attend. Please arrive promptly to get signed in and receive the proper paperwork. Your child will be with Kindergarten teachers and other Medora staff to learn school procedures. Please make sure your child knows they will be in a separate room from you for the Kindergarten Camp.
Parents and students are expected to stay for the entire 2 1/2 hours of kindergarten camp. If you have any questions, please call the school at 502-485-8298. We look forward to seeing both you and your child at our kindergarten camp!

Registration starts at 8:45 am for the am session and 12:45 pm for the pm session
about 2 months ago, Medora Elementary
Kindergarten Camp
🚨 HAPPENING NOW | Ready to turn your skills into support for students/schools?

Meet with hiring managers at our job fair TODAY, Friday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

✅ Family-Friendly Schedule
✅ On-the-Job Training Provided
✅ Competitive Pay
📢 Tag a friend who’s job hunting!

To learn more about upcoming opportunities, follow JCPS Recruitment on social:

⭐️ X: @JCPSRecruit
⭐️ Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064061559633
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Job Fair flyer for JCPS. The flyer invites people to meet hiring managers for positions in Custodians, Maintenance, Early Childhood, Nutrition Services, Mechanics/Body Workers, Transportation, and Bilingual Associate Instructors. Services available include interpreters and application assistance. Attendees should bring a resume and two references with emails. The job fair is on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at 3903 Atkinson Sq Dr, Louisville, KY 40218. There will be a local food truck from Burger Word. Images show food, a painted child’s hand, car repair, a garbage truck, smiling school children, and maintenance workers. JCPS logo included.
JCPS families who have recently moved or will move before August 7 must report address changes by Monday, July 21, to be considered for a bus stop on the first day of school, August 7. Families can report their address changes by: - Filling out the Proof of Address Form: https://apps.jefferson.kyschools.us/StudentAssignment/LandingPad/EmailForm.aspx?Action=UpdateAddress - Calling their child’s school: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4298/JCPS/4106718/School_Directory_Phone_List_Red_White_and_Blue.pdf
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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✨ JCPS SPOTLIGHT MAGAZINE | From everyday heroes to historic firsts, the JCPS Spotlight Magazine captures the stories that made the 2024-25 school year unforgettable! ⭐️🎓

💫 Check it out! 👉 https://bit.ly/JCPSSpotlight25
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS Spotlight Year in Review 2025 magazine cover.
✨ FIRST VISIT | Dr. Brian Yearwood stopped by Auburndale Elementary yesterday to see the Summer Success League in action, marking his first school visit as JCPS superintendent!

"The individuals in our schools, the passion behind what they’re doing, knows no boundaries," Yearwood said. "That to me means that we are poised for greatness."
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Dr. Brian Yearwood talks to a student while sitting at a table.
Dr. Brian Yearwood and students sit at a table.
Dr. Brian Yearwood speaks at a podium.
📚✨ ONE MONTH TO GO | We're so excited to welcome students back for another amazing school year just one month from now on August 7!

Check out JCPSFirstDay.com for 2025-26 school year information!
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
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☀️ SUMMER SUCCESS LEAGUE | Great things are happening every day across the district in the JCPS Summer Success League!

📚 Boosting academics & enrichment
⭐️ Exploring new passions
👟 Having FUN every step of the way!

📸 See the magic in action!
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
A student smiles while cutting a piece of paper.
Students stand at a table and do an activity with spaghetti noodles and marshmallows.
A teacher stands with students in a hallway.
A student stands behind a table and gives a thumbs up. On the table is a project the student worked on involving rolling a ball down a ramp made of paper.
Students play a physical activity in a gym.
Students and staff pose for a picture and smile.
Students sit on bleachers in a gym and eat popsicles.
Students work in workbooks at a table.
A student smiles while sitting on a rug on the ground.
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