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. ❤️
What does it feel like when kindness , good choices, and stellar behavior are recognized by your bus driver and your school?
It looks like this! 🤩
A great school day starts and ends on the bus. Our drivers and monitors are a vital part of our positive behavior team, working alongside our schools to celebrate students who lead with kindness and respect. These two superstars were caught rocking JELV's 5 Steps on the ride to and from school, earning them a free Raising Cane's kids combo. 🍗
Way to go, Otters! Thanks for making your bus ride a better place for everyone. 🚌
Project Graduation is an overnight lock-in for all graduating seniors from EJHS, WJHS, and TPS. Our mission is simple: provide a fun, high-energy celebration in a safe, drug- and alcohol-free environment.
This event is 100% funded by our amazing community, and we need your help to make it happen!
How you can help:
Join the Planning Committee: Meet us TONIGHT at 6:30 PM in the WJHS Library.
Donate or Volunteer: Help us with fundraising and logistics!
Questions? Reach out to Darlene Barnes at Darlene.Barnes@jessamine.kyschools.us.
Let’s make the Class of 2026's graduation night unforgettable!
"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education." - Martin Luther King Jr.
We look forward to welcoming students back tomorrow!
Huge shoutout to the EJHS Dance Team for finishing 4th in Hip Hop at the KHSAA State Championships! Your hard work and energy were outstanding. We are so proud of you, Jags!
Do you know a teacher or special educator who inspires, innovates, and truly transforms lives? It's time to celebrate the incredible educators who make a difference every single day!
Nominations are open for the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year and Special Educator of the Year awards! This is your chance to shine a spotlight on their dedication and hard work.
📅Nominations close January 31, 2026, at 5 PM.
Let's show our amazing teachers some love! ❤️
📝Teacher of the Year nomination forms
https://forms.gle/UyypsQvUwNqsrhcw5 (English version)
https://forms.gle/w5L7G6DEt92yVWfL6 (Ukrainian version)
https://forms.gle/Xah1rYgnjsQD72xd7 (Spanish version)
📝Outstanding Special Educator nomination form
https://forms.gle/HMWzHqmH3oEtuXR39
#TeacherOfTheYear #SpecialEducator #ThankATeacher #EducationExcellence
🗓️ Reminder
JCS schools and offices will be closed this Monday, January 19, 2026 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
We hope you enjoy this day of reflection and service. We look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday, January 20!
#MLKDay #Community #Service
In a world of instant texts and DMs, Mrs. Clark’s class at WJMS is going "old school" to make a global connection! 📬🌏
Since November, these Colts have been building a wonderful friendship with pen pals in Indonesia. While the project started with an introductory Zoom meeting, the real magic has been happening in the mailbox. There’s nothing quite like the "old school" excitement of receiving a physical letter from across the ocean—tearing open the envelope, seeing the unique stamps, and holding a message from a friend thousands of miles away. 📩✨
Our Colts are helping their Indonesian peers practice English through these letters and small cultural gift exchanges. Coming up next: our Indonesian friends will present on their culture and our students will share what makes the USA awesome!
We love seeing our students hone their communication skills and use their leadership abilities to help others learn while becoming true global citizens. Keep up the great work, Colts! 🐎❤️
IT’S CROSSTOWN SHOWDOWN FRIDAY! 🏀🔥
This Friday night, January 16th, the East vs. West rivalry takes center stage for an epic doubleheader.
Whether you’re rooting for the Jaguars or the Colts, come out for a night of high-energy basketball and a special moment for our community.
The Rundown:
🏀 6:00 PM – Girls Varsity Tip-off
🏆7:30 PM – Hall of Fame Induction: We are proud to honor Marci Smith as she is inducted into the Jessamine County Athletic Hall of Fame!
🏀7:45 PM – Boys Varsity Tip-off
📍 Location: West Jessamine High School
Let’s pack the stands and show our spirit! #HighSchoolHoops #HallOfFame #JagsVsColts
📣 Big congrats to the East Jessamine Middle School Cheer Team for a fantastic season and earning Runner-Up honors at the State Middle & Elementary School Cheer Championships! Your hard work, determination and spirit shine bright and make JCS proud. 💙
Jessamine County Schools is proud to celebrate Warner Elementary student Collins Craig who was recently crowned Junior Miss Kentucky! Beyond the title, Collins is using her platform to make a meaningful difference by collecting toys for children in need, spreading joy and kindness-one toy at a time.
We are so proud of her leadership, compassion and commitment to serving others. Congratulations on this incredible honor and for using your voice to help brighten the lives of so many children! 💙✨
We're thrilled to share that softball standout and our very own VLA/ASH Principal Marci Smith is being inducted into the Jessamine County Athletic Hall of Fame!
We invite former teammates, coaches, and our community to join us as we celebrate Marci's incredible athletic career and success with one of the highest honors in Jessamine County athletics.
The ceremony will take place in between the East/West Girls and Boys double header.
📅 January 16, 2026
⏰7:30 p.m.
📍West Jessamine High School
Let’s pack the house and show some love! Drop a "🙌" in the comments if you remember watching Marci play!
#JCAthleticHallOfFame
Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, and we want to take a moment to recognize the incredible individuals who keep our schools and community safe.
A huge shout-out to our dedicated School Resource Officers! You are more than just security; you are mentors, role models, and a reassuring presence for our students and staff every single day. Whether you’re high-fiving students in the morning or ensuring our campuses are secure, we see your hard work and heart.💙
We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to our local partners at the Nicholasville Police Department, Wilmore Police Department, and Jessamine County Sheriff's Office and all first responders. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our community and to JCS students and staff!
Join us in saying, "Thank You" to the officers who make Jessamine County a safer place to learn and grow! #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay #SROsRock
Our Colts moved into Phase 1 of the renovated spaces at West Jessamine Middle School this week—and the reviews are in: We love it! With brighter lighting, airy open spaces, and layouts designed for collaboration, these rooms aren’t just beautiful—they’re built for serious learning. 📚✨
The transformation isn’t over yet! Work continues throughout the building to create modern spaces that support student success and we can't wait to see the incredible things our students and staff achieve!
Ready to hit the road and make a difference? 🚌✨
Jessamine County Schools is looking for exceptional drivers to join our team, and we’re making it easier than ever to get started!
If you’ve been thinking about getting your CDL, now is the time. We are offering FREE CDL Permit Training from January 19th–24th. The best part? If you're hired to drive for JCS, we will pay you for the time you spent in this training course!
Why join the JCS Transportation Team?
💰 Great Pay: Starting at $21.54/hr.
🏥 Benefits: Health insurance, paid sick days, and a guaranteed 4 hours per day.
🕒 Perfect Schedule: Work mornings (6-9 AM) and afternoons (2-5 PM)—keep your midday free for appointments, other work, or family time!
🎓 Paid Training: We invest in you from day one.
🗓️ Training Details:
When: January 19th – 24th, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Jessamine County Adult Education
Don't wait—seats are limited! 📞 Call (859) 887-9052 today for more info & reserve your spot to start your new career behind the wheel. Register at https://forms.gle/F1iAxCjngTF3eYBBA
📣 Help us spread the word!
Know someone looking for a great local job with fantastic benefits? Tag a friend in the comments or share this post ! Let’s find more amazing drivers for our students. 🤝
#CDLTraining #JoinOurTeam
