❤️ IMMEDIATE CALL FOR SUPPORT | We are partnering with Dare to Care Food Bank to collect donations at all JCPS schools starting today, Tuesday, November 4th.

How you can help:

🥫 Drop off non-perishable food at any JCPS location.
💰 Make a monetary donation to Dare to Care at: bit.ly/4hGClRK
Your contribution is vital in supporting our students and bridging this gap for our neighbors. Thank you for your support!

Learn more here: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2525545
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
JCPS and Dare to Care Launch Community Food Drive. Every JCPS School is now a Dare to Care donation collection site. How you can help: Drop off non-perishable food at any JCPS school. Make a monetary donation at bit.ly/4hGCIRK
Metro United Way's Hardship to Hope Food Relief Fund gives Kroger gift cards to SNAP recipients. You can apply if you have a child under 18 or an elderly individual.

Applications for Jefferson County open Monday, Nov 3. SNAP Households with children or seniors who are expected to receive their SNAP benefits from November 1 to 7 are eligible to apply. Other counties (Oldham, Shelby, Bullitt, Clark, Floyd, Harrison) should be able to apply by Friday, Nov 7. Go to https://metrounitedway.org/community-food-resources/ to apply!
about 1 month ago, Medora Communications
Metro United Way Logo
APPLICATION PERIOD | The 2026-27 School Application Period is officially open to families through Dec. 19. If your student is entering kindergarten (those who will be 5 on or before Aug. 1, 2026) or has never attended a JCPS school, you must first register online to get your access key. If you need assistance, call 502-485-6250 during business hours.

Learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2523492
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
Application Period: All students entering kindergarten and those new to JCPS are required to apply from November 3 through December 19, 2025.
REMINDER | There is no school for students on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. This is a professional development day for school staff.
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Reminder: No School for Students Monday, Nov. 3, 2025

🍎 Local Food Resources 🤝
With all the recent discussions and changes regarding SNAP benefits, finding reliable food resources can be more important than ever for many families. To help our community, here is a list of food pantries available in the area: https://tinyurl.com/bn7sjvp3

These organizations are dedicated to providing support and nourishment to those in need. Please share this information with anyone who could benefit.

about 1 month ago, Medora Communications
Food Pantries in VS
FREE AI PANEL FEATURING JCPS TECH LEADER | JCPS Chief Information Officer Eric Satterly will join a panel discussion on AI ROI: From Theory to Practice as part of the Menard Family Lecture Series at the University of Louisville College of Business. This free program is open to all and will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 4:30 p.m.

Learn more: https://events.louisville.edu/event/ai-roi-from-theory-to-practice
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Flyer titled “AI ROI: From Theory to Practice” promoting a Menard Family Lecture Series event hosted by the University of Louisville College of Business. The event takes place Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. in the College of Business. The flyer features four speaker headshots: Jeff Guan, Moderator and Associate Dean of Programs at UofL College of Business; Joshua Howard, AI Program Lead at Heaven Hill Brands; Eric Satterly, Chief Information Officer at JCPS; and Todd Schmiedeler, Founder/CEO of Thumbprint Consulting. The description explains that the panel will discuss how artificial intelligence has transformed business, offering real examples of AI adoption and practical guidance for professionals preparing for the AI-driven job market. Text notes: “This program is free and open to all. Registration not required.” The bottom section includes the Center for Free Enterprise logo, University of Louisville College of Business branding, social media icons, and a QR code. The background features a dark abstract network pattern.
✅ REMINDER | The JCPS Showcase of Schools is tomorrow! Don’t forget, you can park your car hassle-free and hop on one of our free shuttles that will take you to and from the event.
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
2025 Showcase of Schools Flyer
2025 Showcase of Schools Showcase Shuttles flyer.
2025 Showcase of Schools Shuttle schedule flyer
🌟 SPOTLIGHT ON STUDENT RELATIONS 🌟 | “It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish.”

Inside JCPS Student Relations, compassion and second chances drive the work. Meet the team helping students and families navigate tough transitions—and reminding them that one setback doesn’t define their story. 💙

🔗STORY: https://jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2500889
about 1 month ago, JCPS Communications
Our Mission, Our People. Department Spotlight—Student Relations. Meet the people and processes that power our district. Photo of Tenesha Marshall.
ONE DAY ONLY | We want to see you on Saturday at the 2025 JCPS Showcase of Schools! Don’t miss your only chance to talk with officials from every JCPS school before the application period opens. Families, please bring your Choices Books with you to reference during the event.
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer
Showcase of Schools flyer

🧤🧥 Winter Gear Drive is ON! ❄️

We’re collecting coats, hats, gloves, scarves, and more for our Annual Winter Gear Giveaway on Nov. 15th at Kenwood Elementary!

Donations are being accepted through the event date — help keep our students and families warm this winter!

Send any winter gear items to Mr. Howard at Medora or drop them off at Kenwood Elementary. Every bit helps! 💙

about 2 months ago, Medora Communications
Winter Wear Giveaway
🏃Our Medora students crushed their first XC race with many of our runners placing in the top 10 for their age groups! Come out tonight at Stuart Middle to support our Runners. First race starts at 6:00pm!
about 2 months ago, Medora Communications
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Medora XC 10/9/2025
Medora XC 10/9/2025
CATCH A RIDE | A free shuttle service will be available from eight JCPS schools across the city to the 2025 Showcase of Schools. Join us on Oct. 25 and discover where you belong!
about 2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The last bus leaves Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center at 1 p.m. No kids under the age of 3 or strollers will be allowed on JCPS buses transporting families to the 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools shuttle schedule for Saturday, October 25, 2025. The top banner is blue with the event title and two yellow school buses. Four red boxes on the left list shuttle groups and their paired schools: Hudson (W. Muhammad Ali) and Perry Cane Run and Mill Creek Blue Lick and Southern Ballard and Male Each group has the same shuttle times: 9:00 a.m. – School 9:30 a.m. – Norton SLC 10:00 a.m. – School 10:30 a.m. – Norton SLC 11:00 a.m. – School 11:30 a.m. – Norton SLC 12:00 p.m. – School 12:30 p.m.–1:00 p.m. – Norton SLC Final Pickup The background features an image of a school bus and students boarding. The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The last bus leaves Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center at 1 p.m. No kids under the age of 3 or strollers will be allowed on JCPS buses transporting families to the 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The last bus leaves Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center at 1 p.m. No kids under the age of 3 or strollers will be allowed on JCPS buses transporting families to the 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The last bus leaves Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center at 1 p.m. No kids under the age of 3 or strollers will be allowed on JCPS buses transporting families to the 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The last bus leaves Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center at 1 p.m. No kids under the age of 3 or strollers will be allowed on JCPS buses transporting families to the 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The last bus leaves Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center at 1 p.m. No kids under the age of 3 or strollers will be allowed on JCPS buses transporting families to the 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.
Flyer for Jefferson County Public Schools 2025 Showcase of Schools. Event takes place Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center. Tagline reads: “All JCPS Schools in One Place for One Day Only.” A red banner says “Showcase Shuttles.” Below it lists JCPS Showcase pick-up and drop-off locations: Ballard High, Blue Lick Elementary, Cane Run Elementary, Hudson Middle (W. Muhammad Ali), Male High, Mill Creek Elementary, Perry Elementary, and Southern High. Note states: “The last bus leaves Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center at 1 p.m. No kids under the age of 3 or strollers will be allowed on JCPS buses transporting families to the 2025 Showcase of Schools.” A QR code at the bottom reads, “Scan the QR code to see the shuttle schedule.” The JCPS logo appears in the lower right corner along with a red bus illustration.

🦷 Dental Screens Reminder!
Day 2 of dental screenings is coming on October 20th! If you have not signed up your child yet, there is still time! You can sign up online at MySchoolDentist.com or contact Mr. Howard for help. Healthy smiles start here! 😁

2 months ago, Medora Communications
Big Smiles Dental Screen
🌟 CUSTODIAN APPRECIATION DAY 🌟 | Today we honor our incredible JCPS custodians who work tirelessly to keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for every student and staff member. Thanks for all you do. Your work makes a world of difference every single day!
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Graphic says: Happy Custodian Appreciation Day
ICYMI | Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood shared important updates this week with staff and the community about the JCPS budget. He addressed the district’s current financial challenges and outlined steps we are taking to move forward.

Watch his remarks here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nb48oOtXudU

Visit our Financial Stability page to learn more: https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/o/jcps/page/financial-stability
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
5th Grade Parents-save the date! 🎉 Join us for our 5th Grade Information Night on October 16th at 6:00 PM. We'll cover what to expect this year and walk you through the middle school application process.
2 months ago, Medora Communications
5th Grade Information Night Flyer - Eng
5th Grade Information Night Flyer - Spanish
🍂🍁 FALL BREAK | Wishing JCPS students, staff, and families a safe and relaxing Fall Break Sept. 29-Oct. 3! 🍁🍂
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
Happy Fall Break, Sept. 29-Oct. 3
🎉Congratulations to our amazing Spelling Bee contestants! 🐝 These students worked hard to place in the Annual Southwest Spelling Bee! 👏 2nd Grade – Alyssa Hecht (3rd Place) 👏 3rd Grade – Layla Roof (2nd Place) 👏 4th Grade – Rylee Bailey (3rd Place) 👏 5th Grade – Jana Kheireddine (1st Place) We are so proud of each one of them for stepping up, showing courage, and giving it their all. 🙌 These students will be recognized at the Southwest Community Festival on October 11th! Come cheer them on and celebrate their success!
2 months ago, Medora Communications
Spelling Bee Contestants

🌟 BAIRD AWARDS | Congratulations to more than 40 extraordinary JCPS educators who were honored at the 2025 Baird Excellence Awards! The awards ceremony, sponsored by Baird, recognizes outstanding teaching and leadership performance from educators across the district.

See the full list of winners and learn more: https://bit.ly/Baird2025

Photo credit: Marvin Young for Baird

2 months ago, JCPS Communications
A Baird Award winner poses for a picture with three other adults while holding their award.
🌟 BAIRD AWARDS | Congratulations to more than 40 extraordinary JCPS educators who were honored at the 2025 Baird Excellence Awards! The awards ceremony, sponsored by Baird, recognizes outstanding teaching and leadership performance from educators across the district.

See the full list of winners and learn more: https://bit.ly/Baird2025

Photo credit: Marvin Young for Baird
2 months ago, JCPS Communications
A Baird Award winner poses for a picture with three other adults while holding their award.