At last night's meeting, the Jessamine County Board of Education proudly recognized the EJMS Beta Club for their outstanding achievements at the National Junior Beta KY State Convention last month! These talented students excelled in a variety of categories, placing in Poetry, Language Arts, Science, Computer Science, Cake Decorating, and Musicology—a true reflection of JCS’s commitment to helping every student discover their passion and purpose.
Congratulations to these incredible students, and best of luck as they represent EJMS and JCS at the National Convention in Orlando, FL, this summer! 🎉👏 #StudentSuccess
Meridian Winterguard shined on the floor in Indy! 🏆
This past weekend, they competed at the WGI 2-Day Regional and walked away as Class Champions AND Fan Favorite in their division!
Hard work, passion, and a whole lot of talent—this group has it all & we're so proud! #FanFaves
Congrats to the WJHS swimmers for making a big splash at the KHSAA State Championship Meet this past weekend! They brought home two impressive 4th place team finishes and clinched state titles in the Girls 200 Medley and Freestyle Relays! 🏆
We’re proud of their dedication, teamwork, and the way they left it all in the water. Way to finish strong, Colts!
A huge shoutout to all the incredible swimmers representing JCS at the KHSAA State Championship Meet! Your dedication and hard work paid off and we couldn’t be prouder of your achievements. Way to go - keep making waves! 👏 #WeAreJessamine
A number of roads in the county remain unsafe for our buses to travel and due to these conditions, Friday, February 21, 2025 will be NTI Day 10 for Jessamine County Schools. JCS Childcare will be open at NES from 8:00am-5:30pm for students who are pre-registered for NTI care. Athletic Directors will provide updates on practices and games. Have a great weekend; we look forward to seeing our students soon!
Dancing for a Cause!
This Friday's Sadie Hawkins dance is more than a night of fun~ it's a chance to give from the heart! We're honored to support Kerrington's Heart as they provide assistance and resources for children with heart defects, their families, and caregivers. ❤️
Congratulations to WJHS Lady Colts basketball coach, Matt Hilkens for being named the 12th Region Coach of the Year!
Our team has been out checking road conditions today and there are many in the county that are unsafe for our buses to navigate. Due to these hazardous conditions, Thursday, February 20, 2025 will be NTI Day 9 for Jessamine County Schools. At this time, we plan for JCS Childcare to be open at NES from 8am-5:30pm for students who are pre-registered for NTI care. If additional snowfall occurs overnight, please check social media/Remind for updates on childcare. Athletic Directors will provide updates on practices and games. Bundle up and take care!
Join us in celebrating Ms. Kristen Harris, the WJMS 2025 Teacher of the Year! 🎉👏 Kristen's dedication, passion & ability to build meaningful connections with students inspire them to reach their full potential. We're grateful for her commitment to education and the impact she makes every day. Congratulations, Ms. Harris!
Due to the forecast predicting several inches of snow beginning tonight and continuing into tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19, 2025, will be NTI Day 8 for Jessamine County Schools. JCS Childcare will be closed, and Athletic Directors will provide updates on practices and games. Stay safe and warm!
📢 Join Us for the JCEF Fundraiser Dinner! 🍽️
Support the Jessamine County Education Foundation and its mission to enhance learning opportunities in Jessamine County Schools!
📅 March 22, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 East Jessamine High School Cafeteria
Last year, JCEF provided $8,000 in classroom grants and $4,000 in teacher continuing education scholarships—and this year, we’re aiming even higher! In addition to those grants and scholarships, JCEF plans to support district safety initiatives.
Enjoy a delicious dinner, live auction, entertainment, and a special nod to JCEF’s Bingo roots with pull tabs!
🎟️ Tickets: $25 per person (Individual & full tables available)
Reserve your spot today! 📩 To purchase tickets, email:
📧 chris.hawboldt@jessamine.kyschools.us
📧 matthew.simpson@jessamine.kyschools.us
#JCEF #SupportEducation
Breaking eggs to break down science! WJHS students in Ms. Hawley's physics class put their engineering skills to the test with an egg drop challenge, applying concepts of momentum, kinematics, and force. From design and build phases to testing their protection theories, they explored how physics plays a role in real-world problem-solving.
Which egg-cellent design is your favorite? #EggDropChallenge #HandsOnScience
Reposting this wonderful moment in honor of National School Resource Officer Day! A perfect reminder that our SROs build trust, ensure safety, form positive connections and make a lasting impact on our students. Join us in thanking our entire team of amazing SROs for all they do.
The pep rallies are over, the energy is high, and now it's GAME TIME! The Jags and Colts showdown at WJHS starts with the girls' tip-off at 6 tonight and the boys at 7:45. Can't make it? Follow us on Instagram for game updates and the livestream!
Reminder: All Jessamine County Schools will be closed on Monday, February 17 2025, in observance of Presidents Day. 🇺🇸 Enjoy the long weekend, and we'll see you back on Tuesday, February 18!
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Based on current road conditions and anticipated additional melting, JCS plans to be back in session on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Our team will assess roads early Wednesday morning for any freezing or slick spots. If adjustments to the school schedule are needed, we'll communicate any changes by 6 a.m. on Wednesday. We look forward to seeing our students back in school!
We're incredibly proud of the WJHS Varsity Co-Ed Cheerleaders for their hard work and impressive 10th-place finish at the UCA National High School Cheer Championship in Orlando! Join us in celebrating these talented Colts and their amazing accomplishments this season! #ColtPride
Join us this Friday night as we celebrate these Jessamine County Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and honor their achievements & contributions! #ProudTradition #CelebratingExcellence
It's Kindness Week and our students and staff are spreading positivity, love, and compassion throughout our schools and community. From simple acts like lending a helping hand to sharing words of encouragement, kindness makes a big difference. Let's make this week—and every week—filled with kindness!
#KindnessWeek #ChooseKind #BeTheDifference #JessBeKind
