The Jessamine County Board of Education recently recognized the talented students who designed our district banner for this year’s Kentucky School Boards Association Conference.
With the theme “Built to Last,” these student creators highlighted iconic landmarks of Jessamine County, showing how a strong future is built on the powerful partnership between education and community. Their design reflects both a love for learning and a deep pride in where we come from.
We’re incredibly proud that this beautiful representation of Jessamine County was on display for education leaders from across the Commonwealth. It’s a reminder that while we continue to grow, our roots truly are built to last.
👏 Join us in thanking these students for representing our district and our community so well!
This week's Bingo helps the JC Education Foundation provide scholarships for our hardworking students earning their Work Ready Seal on their diplomas.
Tag your favorite bingo partner in the comments and let’s pack the room for our grads. 🎓
Regional Champions! 🏆
Our student-athletes brought the heat at the KHSAA Region 6 Wrestling Tournament! Huge congratulations to all of our JCS wrestlers for their strong performances at the competition. We're proud of your discipline, grit, and heart!
🥇Special shoutout to our Regional Champs who made history as our first-ever 1st place finishers at regionals!
Miles ~ EHJS, 150 lb class
Logan ~ EJHS, 106 lb class
Myles ~ WJHS, 113 lb class
Next Stop: State! 💪
Join us in cheering on our winners who will compete at the State Championships starting this Thursday at Alltech Arena!
Happy Public Schools Week!
We’re celebrating the learning, the laughter, and the growth happening in each classroom across our district. 🌱
We are so proud to offer a path to success for every student, no matter where they start. 🎓
Whether it’s discovering a new passion in the lab, hitting the right note in the music room, or building lifelong friendships on the playground, our schools are filled with opportunity.
Thank you for being part of our story and for making this community such a special place to learn! 💛
#PSW26 #PublicSchoolProud
Investing in Excellence. 🍎
The Jessamine County Education Foundation (JCEF) goes above and beyond the budget to spark creativity in our classrooms. In 2025 alone, JCEF poured over $140,000 back into our schools, including:
$25,000+ 📝Innovative Classroom Grants
$36,000+ 🎭Student Clubs & Extracurriculars
$75,000+👟Athletics & Instructional Materials
$4,000 S🎓Staff Scholarships
We’re looking for new visionaries to join us in this important work ! 🤝 If you’re passionate about student success and community growth, we want you on our team.
Ready to make a difference? Contact chris.hawboldt@jessamine.kyschools.us to get involved.
Seeing our students and coaches pour so much heart into academic excellence is the real win. Every school brought their A-game and we couldn’t be prouder! 🏆
On Twinning Day for Kindness Week, our students and staff showed that while our outfits might be a match, the best thing we have in common is how we treat one another.
In a world where you can be anything, it’s twice as nice to be kind.
#KindnessWeek #TwinDay
Attend this year's Black History Month celebration to
✨ Hear powerful stories and history from our neighbors
🎨Explore local artwork
🎬 Watch a film screening of Lexington: Resilience in the Redline
🗓️ Event Details
When: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Jessamine County Public Library, Meeting Room 2
Address: 600 South Main Street, Nicholasville, KY
#BlackHistoryMonth
Whether they're taking to the airwaves, delivering Kindness Grams, "putting a lid" 🧢on bullying, or simply brightening someone's day with a high-five and a fist bump, the energy has been incredible.
We're so proud of the culture our students are building, one small act at a time. 🤝 Keep rocking it, everyone! ✨
Meet the faces behind the mission.
Our Jessamine County Education Foundation Board members work tirelessly to foster a Community of Learners across Jessamine County. By bridging the gap between the community and the classroom, they ensure our teachers have the tools to inspire and our students have the resources to achieve.
Think you’d make a good addition to the gallery? 🖼️
We’re looking for new members with a vision for educational excellence and a heart for service who are ready to step into the frame.
Why Join JCEF?
✅ Advocate for educational excellence.
✅ Help fund innovative teaching and unlock student potential. (JCEF funded over $140K in 2025!)
✅ Strengthen the bond between family, community, and school.
We'd love for you to get in the picture and help our community thrive.
Contact chris.hawboldt@jessamine.kyschools.us to learn more.
We love seeing our SROs and students connect over a shared passion for our schools! 💙
While their uniforms look different, their goals are exactly the same: protecting, guiding, and investing in the next generation.🤝
So proud of these high schoolers for stepping up to lead the classrooms of tomorrow! ✨
Nicholasville, Wilmore, and Jessamine County: It’s almost time to celebrate our 250-year heritage! Join in for for a historic Anniversary Celebration of the Declaration of Independence.
🎖️ Nominate a Hero
The Military Honors Committee of Jessamine County is holding a special Veterans Recognition at this event and we need your help to fill the room with our local legends.
Click the link below to nominate a Veteran to be officially invited and recognized at the ceremony:
🔗 https://forms.gle/JttnSDkyiFRXL833A
📍 The Details:
When: April 25, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Where: East Jessamine High School
Who: Everyone is welcome!
Join us alongside Brigadier General Howard Hunt, Secretary of State Michael Adams, and other distinguished leaders to say "Thank You" to those who served.
Questions or Sponsorships?
📞 Doug Day: (859) 621-9872
📞 Ron McCauley: (859) 608-3133
Share this post to help us find our Veterans! 🇺🇸
Project Graduation is more than just a party—it’s a powerful way to honor our seniors’ hard work while keeping them safe and sound on their big night.
🗓️ Get Involved!
Want to help make this year’s celebration unforgettable? Join us at our next planning meeting!
When: Thursday, February 19th
Time: 6:30 PM
Where: WJHS Library
Whether you have big ideas or just want to lend a hand, we’d love to see you there. Let’s make the Class of 2026 feel the love! ❤️🎉
#ProjectGraduation #ClassOf2026
It’s Kindness Week! This year’s theme is all about moving forward with empathy. Whether it’s a small gesture or a big act of support, every step counts toward a healthier, happier community.
To celebrate, we’re dropping our official "Mental Health Matters" T-shirts! 👕
By grabbing a shirt, you aren’t just spreading a message—you’re directly funding programs that keep our students safe and supported, including:
✅ Sources of Strength
✅ Anti-Bullying Campaigns
✅ Cyber Safety Initiatives
Every dollar of proceeds goes back into our district-wide mental health programming. Let’s walk the walk together.
🔗Get your shirt here: https://inkcave.com/product/you-matter-fundraiser/
Don't wait! The last day to order your shirt is February 22nd.
#StepIntoKindness #MentalHealthMatters #KindnessWeek
Our School Resource Officers are more than a badge. They are mentors, protectors, educators, and trusted adults our students can count on every single day. From morning high-fives and classroom safety lessons to quiet conversations when a student needs someone to listen, their impact reaches far beyond the hallways.
👮 Why we’re grateful for our SROs:
Safety First: They help create secure learning environments where students and staff can thrive.
Mentorship: They build meaningful relationships and guide students through challenges.
Daily Impact: They work tirelessly to ensure every child feels seen, heard, and safe.
Thank you to our SROs for being steady, positive forces in our schools. You don’t just patrol our halls — you help shape the future within them. 💙
It’s West vs. East, Colts vs. Jags, and the energy is going to be UNREAL. 🐎🐆
🏆Join us to celebrate Butch Jointer as he is inducted into the Jessamine County Athletic Hall of Fame in between the games at 7:30 p.m.
📍 Where: East Jessamine High School
⏰ Girls Tip-off: 6:00 PM
⏰ Boys Tip-off: 7:45 PM
Show up, wear your colors, and get LOUD. Let’s go!
🔔Just a friendly reminder that Monday, February 16th (Presidents Day) will be a regular school day for all students and staff.
🗓️As listed in our district calendar, this day is being used as a makeup day for the snow day we took on Friday, January 30th.
We’re looking forward to a productive day of learning with our students! See you Monday morning!
Master the Apps: A JCS Tech Training for Parents
Is your phone buzzing with notifications you don't understand? Or maybe you’re wondering about your student's missing math assignment? We’ve got you covered!
Join us for a hands-on Parent Tech Training designed to turn your "tech stress" into "tech success." We’ll walk through the four major platforms our district uses so you can stay connected and support your child’s learning with confidence. No tech experience is necessary and food will be provided! 🍕
🖥️ What We’ll Cover:
ParentSquare: Your home base for school communication. Learn how to search posts, submit a parent note, and message teachers directly.
Google Classroom: Get a student’s eye view. We’ll show you how to understand classwork and identify missing assignments.
i-Ready: Understand your child's personalized learning path. We'll demonstrate how to navigate and help you understand the features of this diagnostic tool.
Infinite Campus: The Big Picture. Learn how to check attendance, find grades, and pay school fees.
Event Details
📅Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Choose the session that works best for your schedule:
🕛Afternoon Session: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
🕛Evening Session: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍Location: JCS CO Annex Training Center, 847 Wilmore Rd
📱Pro Tip: Bring your smartphone, tablet, or laptop! We want you to be able to log in and practice in real-time.
🙋 Why attend?
Navigating four different apps can feel like a full-time job. Our goal is to streamline your experience so you spend less time digging for info and more time celebrating your student's wins. Plus, our tech guru will be on-site to help with password resets and login issues!
Ready to join us?
🔗Register here https://forms.gle/596wqg1DRfbGmYvRA
We can’t wait to see you there!
Thank you to Jessamine County Adult Education for hosting this training for our families!
100 days smarter. 100 days stronger. 100 days of memories made. ✨
From first-day jitters to big-time growth, our students have come so far—and we couldn’t be prouder of the effort they bring every single day. 👏
Here’s to finishing strong as we head into the home stretch!
A special shoutout to our top finishers:
Wilmore Elementary – District Champions! 🥇
Rosenwald-Dunbar Elementary – District Runners-Up! 🥈
Next up:
The Superintendent’s Cup: Next Wednesday, Feb. 18!
Regionals: Good luck to all our regional qualifiers as they head to the next round on Feb. 28.
A massive "thank you" to our coaches and volunteers. We appreciate you so much! ❤️🙌
