🎉 The Jessamine County Board of Education was proud to recognize the accomplishments of 16 outstanding West Jessamine High School students who earned academic honors through the College Board National Recognition Program!
Five of these remarkable students were able to attend Monday's meeting and be celebrated in person for receiving School Recognition, Rural and Small-Town Recognition, and/or First-Generation Recognition Awards — distinctions based on exceptional academic performance on the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, and/or AP exams.
👏 Congratulations to these high-achieving Colts and their WJHS family! #JCSExcellence
Five of these remarkable students were able to attend Monday's meeting and be celebrated in person for receiving School Recognition, Rural and Small-Town Recognition, and/or First-Generation Recognition Awards — distinctions based on exceptional academic performance on the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, and/or AP exams.
👏 Congratulations to these high-achieving Colts and their WJHS family! #JCSExcellence
🎉 Big congratulations to JCS VLA student Cole for taking 1st place in the Canetucky Orientation and Mobility (O&M) competition! 🏆
Hosted by the University of Kentucky, this event rigorously assesses students with visual impairments on essential travel and navigation skills. Cole’s victory is a powerful testament to his diligence, exceptional effort during every O&M lesson, and his growing independence. We are incredibly proud of Cole for his commitment and skill!💙
Hosted by the University of Kentucky, this event rigorously assesses students with visual impairments on essential travel and navigation skills. Cole’s victory is a powerful testament to his diligence, exceptional effort during every O&M lesson, and his growing independence. We are incredibly proud of Cole for his commitment and skill!💙
Big ideas, powerful words, and one amazing student voice! 🎤
Nicholasville Elementary’s Meredith Mays was celebrated at last night’s Board of Education meeting for being named the 2025 Kentucky 4-H State Speech Champion (9-year-old division)! Her inspiring speech about Helen Keller impressed judges at every level — from classroom to state — and earned her the top honor. Congrats, Meredith, we're so proud of you!🌟 #StudentVoice #JessamineProud
Nicholasville Elementary’s Meredith Mays was celebrated at last night’s Board of Education meeting for being named the 2025 Kentucky 4-H State Speech Champion (9-year-old division)! Her inspiring speech about Helen Keller impressed judges at every level — from classroom to state — and earned her the top honor. Congrats, Meredith, we're so proud of you!🌟 #StudentVoice #JessamineProud
🍁 One of the best parts of fall? School fall festivals! From games and treats to laughter and making special memories with friends, our schools have been full of fun, family, and friendship this season. ❤️
Check out these fun costumes we spotted!
🌟 Student leaders making a difference!
Last Friday, Jessamine County students joined hundreds of their peers at the Sources of Strength Peer Leader Summit, ready to build skills for promoting hope, help, and strength in their schools.
But our students took it a step further. They weren't just participants; they were presenters in a session about community events, sharing details about the districtwide Community Color Run—an incredible event they created to foster connection, wellness, and fun.
We are so proud of these student leaders for sharing their success, inspiring others, and showing what it means to build a positive school community where everyone belongs. 💛
#JessamineStrong #SourcesOfStrength #StudentLeaders
Last Friday, Jessamine County students joined hundreds of their peers at the Sources of Strength Peer Leader Summit, ready to build skills for promoting hope, help, and strength in their schools.
But our students took it a step further. They weren't just participants; they were presenters in a session about community events, sharing details about the districtwide Community Color Run—an incredible event they created to foster connection, wellness, and fun.
We are so proud of these student leaders for sharing their success, inspiring others, and showing what it means to build a positive school community where everyone belongs. 💛
#JessamineStrong #SourcesOfStrength #StudentLeaders
There’s something special about seeing our youngest learners look up—literally and figuratively—to the role models in our high schools.
When student-athletes take time to visit elementary schools, they’re doing more than sharing high-fives and smiles—they’re showing what hard work, teamwork, and good character look like in action. 💙❤️
These moments build connections across our district and remind every student that they’re part of something bigger. A huge thank you to our connected citizens on the EJHS football and WJHS softball and baseball teams for their leadership!
When student-athletes take time to visit elementary schools, they’re doing more than sharing high-fives and smiles—they’re showing what hard work, teamwork, and good character look like in action. 💙❤️
These moments build connections across our district and remind every student that they’re part of something bigger. A huge thank you to our connected citizens on the EJHS football and WJHS softball and baseball teams for their leadership!
Exploring the world beyond the classroom helps learning come alive!
From discovering Kentucky’s history at Fort Harrod, to learning about native species at Salato Wildlife Center, to experiencing our state’s signature industry at the Kentucky Horse Park — our students are making memories and deepening their understanding in hands-on, meaningful ways.
Field trips spark curiosity, connect lessons to real life, and inspire lifelong learners. 💙
#LearningBeyondTheClassroom
From discovering Kentucky’s history at Fort Harrod, to learning about native species at Salato Wildlife Center, to experiencing our state’s signature industry at the Kentucky Horse Park — our students are making memories and deepening their understanding in hands-on, meaningful ways.
Field trips spark curiosity, connect lessons to real life, and inspire lifelong learners. 💙
#LearningBeyondTheClassroom
Huge congratulations to the West Jessamine High School Boys Soccer Team! With a 3–0 win over Wayne County, they’re your 12th Region Champions! Way to go, Colts! ⚽
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Our students continue to shine on the national stage! 🌟
Please join us in congratulating EJHS senior Hok Thai for being named a Chambers Scholar by the Summer Science Program !
Out of 588 participants from across the country, Hok is one of only 17 students selected for this prestigious award. The Chambers Scholar Award honors participants who demonstrate exceptional dedication, achievement, and potential in the sciences.
This incredible recognition includes a $1,000 award for Hok and a donation made in his name to help future students attend the program. The award honors the legacy of Dr. Robert J. Chambers, a renowned Professor of Astronomy who inspired countless young scientists.
We are immensely proud of Hok's hard work and this outstanding accomplishment. He represents the very best of our district!
Please join us in congratulating EJHS senior Hok Thai for being named a Chambers Scholar by the Summer Science Program !
Out of 588 participants from across the country, Hok is one of only 17 students selected for this prestigious award. The Chambers Scholar Award honors participants who demonstrate exceptional dedication, achievement, and potential in the sciences.
This incredible recognition includes a $1,000 award for Hok and a donation made in his name to help future students attend the program. The award honors the legacy of Dr. Robert J. Chambers, a renowned Professor of Astronomy who inspired countless young scientists.
We are immensely proud of Hok's hard work and this outstanding accomplishment. He represents the very best of our district!
From our hallways to Homecoming Royalty! 👑
We're beaming with pride for two Jessamine County Schools graduates from the Class of 2022 who were named to the University of Kentucky Homecoming Court!
A huge congratulations to Kennedy Cox (East Jessamine High School) and Olivia Kitts (West Jessamine High School)!
And the celebration gets even bigger... join us in giving an extra round of applause to Olivia, who was crowned the 2025 UK Homecoming Queen! 💙
We love seeing the leaders who got their start right here in JCS continue to shine so brightly. Drop a 👏 below to help us congratulate them! #JessamineProud #WeAreJessamine
We're beaming with pride for two Jessamine County Schools graduates from the Class of 2022 who were named to the University of Kentucky Homecoming Court!
A huge congratulations to Kennedy Cox (East Jessamine High School) and Olivia Kitts (West Jessamine High School)!
And the celebration gets even bigger... join us in giving an extra round of applause to Olivia, who was crowned the 2025 UK Homecoming Queen! 💙
We love seeing the leaders who got their start right here in JCS continue to shine so brightly. Drop a 👏 below to help us congratulate them! #JessamineProud #WeAreJessamine
🎃 It’s pumpkin season, and our students showed off their creativity for the JCTC Pumpkin Costume Contest! From spooky to downright adorable, each pumpkin has its own style.
Big shoutout to our talented students for their amazing creations!
Which pumpkin is your favorite? 👇
We're cheering on WJHS girls and boys soccer teams as they each play for the Region 12 Championships tonight at 7 p.m.
⚽ Girls @ Boyle vs Boyle
⚽ Boys @ Southwestern vs Wayne
Go Colts!
⚽ Girls @ Boyle vs Boyle
⚽ Boys @ Southwestern vs Wayne
Go Colts!
October is National Principals Month!
Strong schools start with strong leadership. This month we celebrate the incredible leaders who set the tone for learning, nurture positive school cultures, and support students, staff, and families every single day. Thank you to our head principals, assistant principals, and CRAs for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to helping every JCS student succeed. Join us in showing them some ❤️!
Cheer on your team and cast a line of warmth into our community! 🎣❄️
The JCS Bass Fishing Team is on a mission to fill a boat to the brim with winter coats for those in need right here in Jessamine County. As the weather gets colder, your donation of a new or gently used coat can make a world of difference
We couldn't be prouder of our Bass Fishing Team for organizing this drive. Seeing our students step up as compassionate, connected citizens to support their neighbors is truly inspiring.
🗓️ Friday, October 17th
📍 WJHS (during the West/East Varsity Football game)
⏰ 7:30 p.m.
The JCS Bass Fishing Team is on a mission to fill a boat to the brim with winter coats for those in need right here in Jessamine County. As the weather gets colder, your donation of a new or gently used coat can make a world of difference
We couldn't be prouder of our Bass Fishing Team for organizing this drive. Seeing our students step up as compassionate, connected citizens to support their neighbors is truly inspiring.
🗓️ Friday, October 17th
📍 WJHS (during the West/East Varsity Football game)
⏰ 7:30 p.m.
Huge congratulations to Palmer Schmidt (WJHS Class of 2025) who was selected as a Presidential Scholar - one of our nation's highest academic honors - from among 3.9 million graduates and 6,400 qualified applicants! 🌟
Palmer’s remarkable academic achievements and ACT scores also earned him the opportunity to study at The Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Math at Morehead State University.
We’re so proud of you, Palmer! 🎉
Palmer’s remarkable academic achievements and ACT scores also earned him the opportunity to study at The Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Math at Morehead State University.
We’re so proud of you, Palmer! 🎉
We love seeing our older students mentoring and inspiring their younger peers! 💙 JCTC marketing students recently teamed up with Warner Elementary 5th graders to design creative advertisements for their Entrepreneur Fair projects. This collaboration gave high schoolers the chance to share their skills and guidance—while younger students got to learn from and connect with an older peer. A win-win for everyone!
Tickets are still available for tonight's matchup between the Harlem Wizards and our local Jessamine County teacher squad! Come out for a fun night- doors open at 6, game time is 7 pm.
Ticket order link
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Ticket order link
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We’re thrilled to share that East Jessamine High has been selected to participate in The Kentucky Performing Arts Bradley Awards—think of it as the “minor league” of Broadway!
This incredible opportunity will help EJHS students grow as performers, fuel their passion for the arts, and push their creativity to new heights. Trained theatre professionals will attend EJHS's shows, score performances, and provide feedback to help students work toward their goals in theatre excellence.
We’re so proud of our Jaguar Theatre family and can’t wait to see them shine! 🌟
When students start early and stay connected, the results are powerful! Our middle school band students are learning, growing, and making music alongside high school musicians—building the next generation of talented performers. 🎶 🎷 #JCSBands #WeAreJessamine
Our students and staff continue to make a powerful impact! Warner Elementary's Coins for Cancer project raised $2,583.57 this year for Cincinnati Children’s Hospital to support pediatric cancer research. 💛
Over the past five years, Warner students and families have donated more than $14,000 in honor of former students who bravely battled cancer — a beautiful example of compassion in action.
A heartfelt thank-you to Mrs. Meeker for leading this meaningful project each year and to every student and family who contributed to making a difference! ❤️#WeAreJessamine #KindnessInAction
Over the past five years, Warner students and families have donated more than $14,000 in honor of former students who bravely battled cancer — a beautiful example of compassion in action.
A heartfelt thank-you to Mrs. Meeker for leading this meaningful project each year and to every student and family who contributed to making a difference! ❤️#WeAreJessamine #KindnessInAction
