East Jessamine High School’s Lauren Jones has been named the JCS High School Special Educator of the Year!🏆
A proud EJHS Class of 2004 graduate, Lauren has come full circle and now walks the same halls as an educator, pouring her Jaguar pride into her students every single day. 💙
Her ability to lead with heart, create a caring and supportive environment, and maintain high expectations empowers her students to grow, achieve, and reach their full potential. 🔥
Congratulations, Lauren! Your impact is felt far beyond the classroom, and we are so grateful to have you in the JCS family. 👏
During East Jessamine Middle School’s trip to Washington, D.C. , eighth-graders Nora Pickerill, Grace Heffelbower, Chyler Vittitow, and Mia Campbell had the incredible honor of participating in a historic ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.
With their classmates watching, these students paid tribute to our fallen heroes with remarkable grace and poise—creating a powerful moment that left a lasting impression on the entire 8th grade class. To make the experience even more meaningful, they were able to briefly speak with a Sentinel following the ceremony.
These are the moments that bring learning to life—connecting history to the present and inspiring our students as they look toward the future.✨
A special thank you to Mrs. Harlan and the dedicated parent chaperones for making this once-in-a-lifetime experience possible! #JaguarExcellence #BeyondTheClassroom
But the hardware didn’t stop there—their undeniable energy earned them a Specialty Award for truly standing out from the crowd. 🌟
Huge congratulations to Coach Pinney and this incredible group of dancers. Your grit, hustle, and spirit are what being a Colt is all about!❤️
Madison's classroom is a welcoming space where students feel empowered to take on new challenges, stretch toward their full potential, and master the art of teamwork. It's more than a room; it's a launchpad where students don't just learn, they thrive.🪴
Madison, thank you for your heart, your dedication, and for helping to make WES such a wonderful place to learn. We are so proud to have you in the JCS Family! 🧡
Spring gave us a free trial, and honestly? We’re ready to subscribe. 🌱
The temperature might have dropped today, but these shots from the courts prove that tennis season is heating up, even if the thermometer isn't quite there yet! 🔥
Throwing it back to these sunny vibes from last week.☀️🎾
Here’s the breakdown of the hardware they brought home:
🏆 8th Grade: Salt River Conference Champions!
🏆 7th Grade: Salt River Conference Champions!
🥈 6th Grade: Salt River Conference Runners-Up!
We are so proud of the grit, teamwork, and sportsmanship these athletes displayed all season long. From the opening serves to the final championship points, you represented WJMS with heart!
Congratulations to all the players and coaches. ✨
🎉It's been an incredible week full of achievement and activity across our secondary schools!
Here’s a recap of just a few of the amazing things our students and staff have been up to:
🏀 WJHS girls basketball team went dancing in the Sweet 16 for the first time ever
🎶 EJHS Choral students headed to KMEA for assessment, aiming for a Distinguished rating
👩🍳 WJMS students put their new culinary classroom to work with some delicious baking
🎾 Tennis season got underway
🔬 Hands-on STEM learning was in action
🐄 EJMS Agriscience students got some learning time with Olivia the Jersey cow
📚 Juniors took the SAT as they prepare for the next chapter
🏫 We welcomed a new athletic director to the team
🎨 Students geared up for the upcoming Sources of Strength Color Run
These moments are what make our schools so special—students learning, competing, creating, and supporting one another every step of the way.
Check out the photos from another great week in our secondary schools! 📸
What a week! From historical reenactments to slithery science encounters, our elementary students have been busy exploring, creating, and connecting. ✨
Here’s a look back at the some of what we’ve been up to:
💡Learning by Doing
The best way to learn is to dive right in! This week, our classrooms transformed into hubs of activity:
🖼️Culture & History: Students explored the rich traditions of Native American culture and stepped back in time to experience the Boston Tea Party.
🚀Future Leaders: Our young professionals put on their CEO hats for the Entrepreneur Fair, showing off some serious business savvy!
🐍"Sciencey stuff" was at an all-time high. We took a closer look at our skies and got up close and personal with some scaly friends.
🤝Better Together
Beyond the books, we focused on what matters most: Relationships. Whether it was through family events, school-wide assemblies, or simple classroom gatherings, we were reminded that our district is built on togetherness and community.
What was your student’s favorite this week?
When we se our students earn these amazing opportunities, we see our Graduate Profile in action. Kyla is the perfect example of Work Ethic personified. In this case, hard work literally paid off!🙌
We are so incredibly proud of you, Kyla. We can’t wait to see you shine at Transy! ❤️
Summer 2026 is just around the corner, and the JCS ASP Summer Camp is ready to make it the best one yet!
Spots fill up fast, so be sure to set an alert for April 13th to reserve your spot when registration officially opens!
JCTC Takes the Title!🏆
Huge shoutout to the JCTC Robotics team for absolute dominance at the Robot Gladiator League Melee Championship!🤖
Our squad combined elite engineering with ruthless strategy to defeat Ashland Community and Technical College in both rounds. The highlight? A Technical Knockout in the final round to seal the title! 💥
We are incredibly proud of these innovators for bringing the trophy home. Way to go!✨
Elizabeth does so much more than teach; she builds a community. Her classroom is a true second home where every student feels a deep sense of belonging and the support they need to soar. 💖
But her impact doesn’t stop at the classroom door. Elizabeth has a heart for the whole family, building meaningful bridges between home and school. 🏠 Plus, her team-first spirit makes her a constant source of encouragement for her fellow educators! 🤝
Elizabeth, thank you for your passion, your kindness, and for being such a bright light in our Warner Family. We are so lucky to have you in JCS! 🌟
Join us in the comments to congratulate Elizabeth! 👇
We're cheering for not one... not two... but THREE WJMS Volleyball wins tonight vs. Boyle at Anderson Middle!🔥
The 6th, 7th, and 8th grade teams are all taking the court to battle for the Salt River Conference Championships! 🏆
Clear some space in the trophy case! 🎖️
Go Colts, you've got this !🐎
From elite performances and trophies, to character, sportsmanship, and work ethic, these Jags have been impressive. We're so proud of the growth, teamwork, and resilience you've shown this year! ✨
💚The night also featured a heartfelt tribute to Athletic Director Chelsea Switzer, celebrating her years of leadership and everything she has poured into the EJHS athletic programs.
🎉 Congrats to all of the nominees and winners!
📸 Huge thanks to Lindsey Coy for capturing these amazing memories.
Come out tonight to cheer on the Lady Colts in the Sweet 16!
🕣8:30 PM vs Taylor County
📍Rupp Arena
🎟️Get tickets at https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/16006464FB79D905?did=hometeam
As a dedicated music educator, Mr. Schatko does more than teach notes and rhythms; he orchestrates a classroom where every child feels empowered to find their voice. 🎵
Dylan understands that every student learns at a different tempo, and he works tirelessly to ensure each child who walks through his doors has the support they need to shine.✨
Thank you, Mr. Schatko, for your harmony, your heart, and for helping our students succeed!
Known for her boundless energy and a genuine joy for teaching, Theresa has a "superpower" for making every student feel like they belong.🧡
She doesn't just run a classroom; she builds a family. Whether she’s inspiring her students or her colleagues, Theresa leaves a trail of motivation everywhere she goes. 🌟
Please join us in congratulating Theresa on this well-deserved honor!
Middle school is such a pivotal time in a student's journey and it takes a total rockstar to lead the way with so much energy and heart. We are lucky to have such an amazing educator on our team, making a real difference for our Jaguars every single day.
Congratulations, Anna!
While we know that these are busy times of day, we have seen a rise in reports of unsafe situations on the streets surrounding our campuses. 🛑
Using side streets or neighborhoods to bypass school lines creates several preventable risks:
🚸Traffic Hazards: Students may walk in unsafe areas without crossing guards.
🚸Congestion: Unofficial staging on side streets can block emergency vehicles and create dangerous blind spots.
🚸Property Issues: Vehicles have been reported blocking private driveways and neighborhood entrances.
How you can help:
🚗Use Official School Lanes: These routes are efficient and are the only areas where we can provide supervised traffic control.
🚗Be a Good Neighbor: Please respect the property of those living near our schools.
🚗Choose Safety Over Speed: A few minutes saved is never worth the risk of an accident.
Let’s work together to ensure every student travels safely from their front door to ours!
Thank you for choosing to put our students first. 💙
Today is Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day, and we’re recognizing the experts who keep our district safe, comfortable, and running smoothly.
Behind every successful school day is a maintenance team making it possible! 🛠️🏫
🔧 Fixing that "mystery" leak before it becomes a flood.
❄️ Tuning the HVAC so our classrooms stay comfy.
🛡️ Ensuring every building is safe, functional, and ready for learning.
Their best work is often invisible because they fix problems before they ever disrupt a lesson. We see you, we appreciate you, and we couldn't do this without you!
Help us celebrate this incredible crew! Drop a shout-out in the comments below! 👇✨
#MaintenanceWorkerAppreciationDay #BehindTheScenes #InvestInJess
