🏆 Congratulations to Meridian Winter Guard—2025 Tri-State Marching Arts Grand Champions!
This incredible team, led by Angela and Adam Miller, went undefeated this season, earning back-to-back titles and achieving the highest score in program history. They continue to be recognized at JCBOE meetings for their outstanding success—and they’ve earned every bit of it! 🎉
History made at EJHS! At last night's meeting, the Jessamine County Board of Education congratulated Shaylin Adams, the first EJHS student to receive the prestigious Gates Scholarship! Out of more than 48,000 applicants nationwide, only 750 students were selected—and Shaylin earned her place among them! This incredible honor includes a full cost of attendance scholarship to any college in the U.S., along with ongoing support throughout her college journey. Shaylin’s dedication, drive, and excellence truly shine and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things this Jaguar will accomplish next. We're SO proud of you, Shaylin! 💙 #JaguarPride #GatesScholar
This past Friday, Director of Special Education Megan McCarty and Assistant Director of Special Education Emily Linton had the pleasure of celebrating Rachel Shelton, the JCS Outstanding Elementary and Overall Special Educator of the Year Recipient, at the CKEC Outstanding Educator Luncheon. We are so thankful for the amazing contributions Rachel brings to our district.
JELV's new Preschool Wrap Around Care Program has a few spots open for next year!
If you're looking for childcare to complement your little learner's preschool hours, Jessamine Early Learning Village has a high-quality, state-licensed program for kids ages 3–4.
Enrollment in Wrap Around Care will be based on JELV Preschool acceptance
Enroll today at https://qrco.de/bfm2ex
If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, come check out School of Rock! This group has been working so hard and they seriously bring the energy. It’s a fun show with a ton of talent! You’ll be singing along before you know it.
Please note that this show is rated PG-13.
Get tickets at https://ejhsdrama.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200481584
Our final Superintendent Student Forum meetings of the year were a blast! Students provided valuable feedback to JCS Food Service leaders—sharing their favorite (and not-so-favorite) cafeteria items, tips on how we can improve, and even taste-testing potential new menu options. A big shout out to JCS Food Service for their continued efforts to make our menus both nutritious and delicious! 🍽️
We've learned so much from each other-thank you to these incredible student leaders for their insights and input on so many important topics throughout the year!
Happy Earth Day! 🌍
Today students are celebrating our amazing planet with a sweet treat — KY Proud ice cream! 🍦Supporting area businesses is just one small way we can show love for the Earth. Let’s continue to take care of our world, one scoop (and one good choice) at a time!
Today, please join us in showing some extra appreciation for our dedicated staff who keep our schools moving forward! 🚍
Long before our hallways fill with footsteps, our drivers and monitors are already on the road. They greet with a smile, offer a listening ear, remember routines, and help start and end each day on a positive note. Through early mornings, rainy afternoons, and everything in between, they make sure each student gets to school and back home safe and sound.
We're so grateful for our amazing Transportation Team - they're at the foundation of everything that we do. 💛
If you were there, you felt it — our first-ever district-wide Color Run was an absolute blast! 🏃♂️ A huge shoutout to our incredible Sources of Strength students, dedicated staff, enthusiastic participants, and everyone who pitched in to make this event such a colorful success!
Communication and Connected Citizenship in Action!
Writing might seem like a solo task, but these BES 3rd graders are proving it’s a true team effort! They’re editing each other’s work, offering kind and thoughtful feedback, and cheering one another on every step of the way!
Did You Know?
Students at JCTC are getting hands-on experience in emergency response through our Fire Science program! 🚒🔥 Not only are they learning about fire safety and firefighting techniques, they’re also mastering lifesaving skills like CPR. 💓
JCS CTE programs empower students with knowledge, confidence, and real-world skills that can make a difference in their future careers — and in our community!
Great teachers know that some of the best lessons happen beyond the classroom! 🌍
EJMS's Amy Harlan is one of only eight finalists from around the US for the Teach & Travel Magazine Traveling Teacher of the Year! Vote for Amy at the link below and help to bring this award home to one of our very own!
Thank you, Amy, for going the extra mile for our students; we're so proud of you!
🔗 https://teachtravel.org/amy-harlan/
The nominees for this award are educators who are passionate about student travel and combine the thrill of exploration with enriching learning experiences. These teachers go beyond the traditional classroom walls, harnessing the power of travel to broaden horizons, foster cultural understanding and ignite a lifelong passion for learning in their students.
Voting ends on May 23, 2025.
Do you know an outstanding arts teacher who inspires creativity, passion, and excellence in their students? Now’s your chance to give them the recognition they deserve!
Nominate your favorite for the Arts Star Teacher Award today✨
📅 Deadline: April 25
http://bit.ly/4iinU50
EARLYBIRD TICKETS are ON SALE NOW for LOVE, BROADWAY 2025!
Experience a night full of musical theatre under the stars as we welcome Broadway artists, MARY KATE MORRISSEY (Wicked, Mean Girls, Hair), NOAH J. RICKETTS (The Great Gatsby, Frozen, Beautiful the Carole King Musical), and COURTNEY REED (Aladdin, Moulin Rouge, In the Heights, Mamma Mia) as they join our local adult and youth talent in support of arts education and outreach!
EARLYBIRD tickets are limited, and only available until April 30th at 11:59pm EST, so be sure to get your tickets today!
LOVE, BROADWAY 2025
Saturday, August 23rd at 7:00pm
Equus Run Vineyards
🎟️ : To PURCHASE your tickets, visit: bit.ly/lovebroadway25
We're committed to building a stronger, more connected school community—and we need your input! Share your thoughts on this short survey and help us enhance our family engagement efforts. Scan the code or visit the link by May 2, 2025. https://tinyurl.com/mas56hyp
Get ready to walk, run, have a ton of fun, and be covered in color! Who will you be running with? Tag your peeps and let’s see who can bring the most color to the race! #ColorRunChallenge
Join us at JELV for Touch A Truck on Saturday, April 26th from 9-Noon. We will be accepting preschool applications and kindergarten registration packets for the 2025-2026 school year during this event. Register to be entered to win prizes! HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/ZJDEY4UT
A huge congratulations to Haley Hager for qualifying for the KHSAA State Archery Tournament! Best of luck as she competes at state on April 17th! Great job, Haley, we're so proud of you!
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month 💙
This month, let's come together to raise awareness and show support for the children who need us the most. An iconic symbol of this important cause is the Pinwheel – a symbol of hope, joy, and the bright future every child deserves.
Here’s how you can get involved: 1️⃣ Display a pinwheel in your yard or at your workplace. 2️⃣ Educate others about the importance of preventing child abuse. 3️⃣ Support local organizations that work to prevent abuse and help children in need.
Together, we can make a difference! 💙 Let's stand united for a brighter, safer future for all children.
Have a safe and relaxing Spring Break! We'll see everyone back on Monday, April 14th.
