



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

Attendance Reminder!
Hey students! Just a quick heads-up: Starting November 1st, we will no longer accept absence notes for the months of August, September, and the first half of October.
Please remember: You have 3 school days from the date of your absence to turn in a valid note. After that window, the absence will remain unexcused.







Southern HS Weekly News: Check out the latest edition.


Southern HS Weekly News: Check out the latest edition.









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

🌟 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

The first term progress reports are now available in the parent/student portal. In the portal, click the menu bars at the top left corner & select Documents. Under Report Card click the Portal Report Card. You can access the student transcript in the parent/student portal under documents as well by clicking "portal transcript".
If you need a hard copy of the first grading period report, please call the school at 485-8330 to request a copy be mailed home.
Promotion to the next grade level is based on total credits. For total credits - view student transcript in the parent portal under "Documents".
Minimum of 5 credits - 10th grade
Minimum of 11 credits - 11th grade
Minimum of 16 credits - 12th grade
We hope everyone has a safe, enjoyable fall break!
Thank you,
Southern High School Administrative Team
See the full list of winners and learn more: https://bit.ly/Baird2025
Photo credit: Marvin Young for Baird

🌟 GROW WITH US AT JCPS | Looking for your next career opportunity? Join us on Oct. 17 to explore the many career paths at JCPS and learn how you can make the difference in the lives of students and families.
🥟 Back by delicious demand! Con Ají y Café will be rolling in again with their irresistible arepas and empanadas, so come hungry and ready to fuel up while you explore your future at the JCPS. Cash and card accepted.
Apply for open positions online at jcps.me/careers.
Job Fair Details:
📆 Friday, Oct. 17, 2025
⏰ 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 JCPS Center for Professional Learning (CPL), 3903 Atkinson Square Drive, Louisville, 40218
📢 TAG A FRIEND who’s job hunting!
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