CELEBRATE | From Feb. 23 to 27, 2026, we’re proud to join schools, districts, educators, families, and public education advocates nationwide in celebrating Public Schools Week 2026 (#PSW26).
Public schools serve each and every student, in each and every community. That shared commitment is at the heart of Public Schools Week 2026. Join us in celebrating the people, partnerships, and practices that make our public schools strong!
Public schools serve each and every student, in each and every community. That shared commitment is at the heart of Public Schools Week 2026. Join us in celebrating the people, partnerships, and practices that make our public schools strong!
Come join us for fun filled night!
🚀 NEXT LEVEL | The JCPS Technology division teamed up with Google for Education and Forward Edge to host Google-Palooza earlier this week—welcoming 500+ teachers and staff to level up their skills in Google Workspace and dive into the future of AI with Gemini!
And that’s not all… 🎉 JCPS has officially completed its districtwide migration from Microsoft Outlook to Gmail, powering stronger collaboration, innovation, and connection across our schools! Huge thanks to everyone involved for helping keep JCPS on the cutting edge.
And that’s not all… 🎉 JCPS has officially completed its districtwide migration from Microsoft Outlook to Gmail, powering stronger collaboration, innovation, and connection across our schools! Huge thanks to everyone involved for helping keep JCPS on the cutting edge.
Come out and show our seniors some support
#VikingStrong
Hope to see you there!
🚍 DRIVE WITH US | We’re hosting a Job Fair for bus and van drivers, and we want to meet YOU! 🫵 Come find your next career opportunity with JCPS.
⏰ Date & Time: Friday, March 6 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 Location: VanHoose Education Center (3332 Newburg Road)
⏰ Date & Time: Friday, March 6 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 Location: VanHoose Education Center (3332 Newburg Road)
Due to the additional snow and ice on roads and sidewalks throughout Jefferson County, JCPS will utilize a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Students should follow their school’s established NTI protocols. NTI days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar.
All after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Wednesday. If there are any changes to the YMCA CEP program, families will be notified by YMCA CEP.
All after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Wednesday. If there are any changes to the YMCA CEP program, families will be notified by YMCA CEP.
🌟 CELEBRATING SCHOOL COUNSELORS | Feb. 2 to 6 is National School Counselor Week, a time to recognize and celebrate the vital role school counselors play in supporting students’ academic success, social-emotional development, and career readiness.
Thank you to our JCPS school counselors for all you do!
Thank you to our JCPS school counselors for all you do!
🚨REGULAR SCHEDULE | After careful consideration, JCPS will return to its normal, in-person schedule on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
As always, we encourage everyone to use caution and their best judgment when traveling to and from school.
We appreciate your continued support of our students and staff throughout JCPS.
As always, we encourage everyone to use caution and their best judgment when traveling to and from school.
We appreciate your continued support of our students and staff throughout JCPS.
DELAYED START| All JCPS schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 2, 2026. Early Childhood classes are canceled for the day. All after school athletic events and extracurricular activities remain as scheduled. There is no change to dismissal times.
A delayed start will allow students to be at bus stops and walking to school in the daylight.
Basketball Homecoming Week!
NTI DAY | Today, our teams spent the day evaluating road conditions and school campuses across the District. While many main roads remain in good shape, several side streets and neighborhood roadways are still icy.
These conditions have led us to utilize another Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day on Friday, January 30. Students should follow their school-specific NTI instructions. NTI days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar.
All athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
These conditions have led us to utilize another Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day on Friday, January 30. Students should follow their school-specific NTI instructions. NTI days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar.
All athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
STAY UP TO DATE | JCPS families, if you did not receive alerts earlier this week related to the winter weather, please double-check that your contact information in Infinite Campus is current. You can update your details online or by calling your child’s school.
👉 Update online: https://bit.ly/JCPSUpdateContactInfo
Note: Updates may take up to 24 hours to show up in the app.
👉 Update online: https://bit.ly/JCPSUpdateContactInfo
Note: Updates may take up to 24 hours to show up in the app.
Step back into the early 2000s and prepare for a night of suspense, secrets, and serious nostalgia at our Y2K Murder Mystery Dinner.
This immersive evening will be brought to life by our talented Valley Theater students, who will guide guests through a dramatic, twist-filled mystery where nothing is quite as it seems. As you enjoy dinner, you’ll become part of the story—listening closely, catching clues, and trying to uncover who did it before the final reveal.
The night promises:
A fully staged murder mystery performance
Interactive moments that keep you guessing
A fun Y2K-inspired atmosphere filled with throwback vibes
An opportunity to support and celebrate our Valley Theater students
Y2K-inspired attire is encouraged to add to the fun and nostalgia, so break out your early-2000s fashion and get ready for an unforgettable evening of drama and suspense.
Seating is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot soon. We hope you’ll join us for a night where dinner meets mystery—and everyone is a suspect.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Kelly Nixon
This immersive evening will be brought to life by our talented Valley Theater students, who will guide guests through a dramatic, twist-filled mystery where nothing is quite as it seems. As you enjoy dinner, you’ll become part of the story—listening closely, catching clues, and trying to uncover who did it before the final reveal.
The night promises:
A fully staged murder mystery performance
Interactive moments that keep you guessing
A fun Y2K-inspired atmosphere filled with throwback vibes
An opportunity to support and celebrate our Valley Theater students
Y2K-inspired attire is encouraged to add to the fun and nostalgia, so break out your early-2000s fashion and get ready for an unforgettable evening of drama and suspense.
Seating is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot soon. We hope you’ll join us for a night where dinner meets mystery—and everyone is a suspect.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Kelly Nixon
TECHNICAL ISSUE | We’re aware of a technical issue with the Parent Portal that is causing some 2026–27 school year enrollment information to display incorrectly. Our IT team is actively working to resolve the issue, and we anticipate it will be fixed by next week.
We’ll share an update once the issue is resolved. Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we apologize for any inconvenience.
We’ll share an update once the issue is resolved. Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we apologize for any inconvenience.
❄ NTI DAYS | After evaluating road conditions throughout the community, Wednesday, Jan. 28 and Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, will be Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Days for JCPS students and staff.
While our crews report that most main roads are in good shape, many side streets and neighborhood roads across the county remain hazardous. Due to these lingering conditions and low temperatures, we believe transitioning to NTI is the safest choice for our students and staff.
Students should follow their school’s established NTI protocols. NTI days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar.
All after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Wednesday and Thursday. If there are any changes to the YMCA CEP program, families will be notified by YMCA CEP.
Thank you for your continued patience and flexibility as we navigate these winter conditions. Please stay warm and safe.
While our crews report that most main roads are in good shape, many side streets and neighborhood roads across the county remain hazardous. Due to these lingering conditions and low temperatures, we believe transitioning to NTI is the safest choice for our students and staff.
Students should follow their school’s established NTI protocols. NTI days are recognized as standard instructional days and will not extend the school calendar.
All after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled for Wednesday and Thursday. If there are any changes to the YMCA CEP program, families will be notified by YMCA CEP.
Thank you for your continued patience and flexibility as we navigate these winter conditions. Please stay warm and safe.
❄️ SNOW DAY FUN ❄️ | We love seeing how our JCPS students are spending their snow days! Share your photos with us on Facebook @JCPSKY!
Due to snow and hazardous road conditions, Monday, Jan. 26 and Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 will be traditional snow days with no online learning. All after school athletic and extracurricular activities are canceled. If there are any changes to YMCA CEP, families will be notified by CEP.
Valley High Schools Snacks With Your Students – Family Literacy Program
Families are invited to join us for Snacks With Your Students, a fun and informative event designed to strengthen connections between families and literacy!
Come enjoy snacks with your student while learning more about our Family Literacy Program and how it supports student success at home and at school. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, explore resources, and spend quality time reading and learning together.
Date: Thursday, March 19
Time: 1:30–4:00 PM
Location: Valley High School Library
👉 Please sign up here: https://bit.ly/3Umj4KU
(You can also scan the QR code on the flyer.)
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Ruffin, Librarian,
sheila.ruffin@jefferson.kyschools.us
502-485-8339
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing an afternoon of learning and connection!
