🥜 Peanut Butter level: 0% 🤩 Excitement level: 100%
Our JCS therapy dogs are officially off the couch and back on campus—and they could not be more ready. 🐾
We’ve missed your faces (and so have our pups!) and it makes us so happy to see our hallways filled with high-fives, wagging tails, and happy reunions. 🤗
Arie’s jar may be empty for now, but our hearts are full. ❤️
Welcome back, everyone! ✨
Our amazing school counselors are a bridge between where a student is and where they want to go. Whether it’s navigating a tough day, planning for college, or building a culture of kindness, they do it all with heart and dedication.
Join us in saying THANK YOU to the dedicated team of professionals who help our students dream big and reach their full potential.
Drop a comment below to shout out a counselor who has made a difference in your life or your child’s! 👇 #NSCW26
It's the Winterguard equivalent of skipping a grade because you're Just. That. Good.
Meridian took the floor for their inaugural contest last weekend and delivered such a powerhouse performance that they were officially bumped to IA Class. This is an incredibly rare feat for a season opener!
From our 6th graders to our juniors, these performers proved that hard work and heart are a winning combo. Congratulations to the performers, coaches, and staff! Next stop: The National Stage. 🏳️🌈✨
Huge shoutout to Toyota on Nicholasville and Nicholasville CDJR for organizing and hosting a clothing drive for our students! 🧥👕 We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the mountain of donations we received.
To everyone in our community who dropped off a bag, donated a coat, or spread the word: THANK YOU. Your generosity ensures our students head to class feeling warm, confident, and supported by their neighbors. We truly have the best community! 💙
For our students, that perfect pair is classroom learning + real-world application. 🛠️
Check out this absolute beast of an engine stand! Our Advanced Manufacturing students designed and built it from scratch to support hands-on learning for our Diesel Technology program. 🚛⚙️
This isn’t just a piece of equipment — it’s a powerful example of collaboration, connecting skills to purpose, and learning that lasts. ⚙️
After an extensive on-site visit, the state confirmed what we already knew — TPS is exemplary. 🌟
We are incredibly proud to share that The Providence School has once again been named an Alternative Education Program of Distinction by the Kentucky Department of Education. 🏆
While this isn’t the first time TPS has earned this honor, their unwavering commitment to student success makes it just as meaningful each & every time.
Congratulations to the students, staff, and leadership at TPS on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉
Big congratulations are in order for the Jessamine County Mock Trial Team!
Representing both East and West Jessamine, these talented students delivered an outstanding performance this past weekend, securing 3rd Place in the regional competition. Under the leadership of JCTC's Will Hall, their dedication to the law, sharp debate skills, and exceptional teamwork truly paid off.
Next up...
This impressive finish officially earns the team a spot in the State Competition, kicking off on February 27, 2026.
We are incredibly proud of the hard work and preparation these students have put in. Join us in wishing them the best of luck as they advance to the state level!
Top 7!
A huge congrats to WJHS Cheer on a powerhouse performance at the UCA National Cheerleading Championship!
After leaving it all on the blue mat in Orlando, the Colts are coming home as the 7th place team in the nation! 🏆We're so proud of their grit, teamwork, and talent!
We're so proud of the heart, hustle, and Jaguar spirit you showed on the big stage. Way to represent!
As School Board Recognition Month wraps up, we’re taking a moment to honor the dedicated individuals who serve our community on the Jessamine County Board of Education.
Being a board member goes far beyond the public meetings you see on the calendar. It’s about:
👂Listening: Taking time for community conversations in the grocery store aisles or church pews.
🕯️Commitment: The late-night research and deep dives into the issues facing our district.
⚖️Leadership: Making the tough calls with one goal in mind—the success of every student.
These leaders volunteer countless hours to ensure our schools remain a place where both students and staff can thrive. We are so grateful for the heart they pour into our community.
To our board: This month-and every month-thank you for putting our students first, every single day! 💙
We are excited to share that JCTC's Gary Burdine has been honored with the Jessamine County Chamber of Commerce 2026 Education Award! 🏆
With an incredible 50 years of service, Mr. Burdine has helped shape the landscape of Jessamine County agriculture across generations. From his decades spent teaching high school students to his current role leading our Adult Agriculture program, he has been a steady hand and a wealth of knowledge for our community.
Gary, thank you for showing us that growth never stops. Congratulations on this wonderful honor!
Join the celebration! Share your favorite "Mr. Burdine" story or a congratulatory note in the comments below. 👇
They work behind the scenes to make sure we’re ready to hit the ground running the moment it's safe to return. Also, how cool is this find? Just further proof that we have the best crew in the state! 🏆
🚨 BINGO IS CANCELED TONIGHT🚨
Our team has been working hard to battle the ice and clear the parking lots and sidewalks, but the ice is proving to be a stubborn opponent! While we know that some of you may have cabin fever, the safety of our players and student drivers is our #1 priority.
Stay cozy, and we'll see you next time!
We have learned of a ParentSquare issue that prevented a large number of families from receiving today's post. 📱 We apologize for the inconvenience and are working to resolve the issue. Families may receive an additional message as we work to ensure that everyone is notified.
❄️ Understanding Our Weather Days
We've seen some questions about why the snow day on Friday has to be made up, and we wanted to provide some clarification. As a school district, we categorize inclement weather days in two ways: NTI Days and Snow Days. 🗓️
NTI Days (Non-Traditional Instruction): The state allows school districts to have 10 NTI days that do not need to be made up. As of tomorrow (Thursday, Jan 29), we have used all of those days. ✅
Built-in "Snow Days": This year's calendar had one additional day built in beyond the required number of days. This allowed for one snow day that did not have to be made up. We used that day on Friday, December 12. ☃️
Why the makeup? All other “snow days” missed for inclement weather must be made up—just as all missed days were before we utilized NTI days. The number of days school is in session is required by state law. ⚖️
⛄We hope this information helps!
❄️ JCS Update: Jan 29 & 30, 2026
Due to continued freezing temperatures and significant ice accumulation, road and parking lot conditions remain hazardous. To ensure the safety of our students and staff, there will be no school in Jessamine County for the remainder of the week. Please see details below and in the graphic.
📅 Schedule Changes
Thursday, Jan. 29: NTI Day #10.
Friday, Jan. 30: Snow Day (No school). This day will be made up on Monday, February 16 (Presidents Day).
📣 Childcare & Extra-Curriculars
JCS Childcare: Will open at 10:00 a.m. for registered families.
Activities & Events: Coaches and sponsors will reach out regarding schedules
Stay safe and stay warm, Jessamine County!
The United Way of the Bluegrass 211 Call Center is a free, confidential resource available to our community 24/7.
2-1-1 specialists can help connect you with:
🍎 Food assistance
🏠 Utility and housing support
🚗 Transportation resources
🚨 Other urgent needs
No matter the situation, you don't have to navigate it alone. Trained specialists are ready to provide guidance customized to your family's needs.
Ways to reach out: 📞 Dial: 2-1-1
🌐 Visit: uwbg211.org
When inclement weather keeps school buildings closed, our commitment to our students and families doesn’t stop. ❤️
Today we saw the true heart of our community when JCS hosted a meal pick-up to ensure our students—including our first responder families—had access to nutritious meals when they needed them most. Thanks to an incredible outpouring of support, we were able to provide 879 bags of food, each with four breakfasts and four lunches!🍎
This was a true community effort—coordinated by our Child Nutrition team, supported by bus drivers delivering meals to families who couldn’t get out, and made possible with the help of JCS administrators & staff, board members, community volunteers, SROs, and officers assisting with traffic. 💙
Moments like these remind us that when we face challenges, Jessamine County comes together. Thank you to every person who gave their time, energy, and heart to support our students and families. We are grateful to serve a community that looks out for one another. 🤝
Due to inclement weather, all Jessamine County Schools events and activities are canceled for Monday, January 26, 2026.
Additional updates for Monday:
❄️ All schools and the JCS Central Office will be closed.
❄️The Board of Education meeting originally scheduled for Monday has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 3rd.
❄️While offices are closed, district administrators will be available and can be reached via email.
Stay safe and warm, everyone!
❄️ WEATHER UPDATE ❄️
Due to the impending winter storm, all JCS on and off-campus activities scheduled for Saturday, January 24th and Sunday, January 25th have been CANCELED. We are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates regarding activities for next week. Stay safe and warm!
When our community steps up to provide additional support, it makes a tremendous difference! A massive thank you to KCAL Old Time Radio Show and to everyone who performed, attended, and donated at their Gospel Showcase benefit! Their generosity raised $12,400 this year, with a grand total of nearly $48,638 for seven shows going back to 2019! 🎶
These funds go directly toward removing barriers to education and providing hope for local families. ❤️
