Our Jags and Colts are in the Big Apple for their senior trip and from the glowing lights of Times Square to the magic of Aladdin on Broadway, the Class of 2026 is making every New York Minute count. 🎭✨
We are so proud of this group and thrilled they’re getting to build memories that will last far beyond graduation. 🎓
Here's a look back at our Strength in Colors run last Friday! 📸
From the starting line to the final cloud of blue and pink, it was incredible to see our community come together. Whether you sprinted through the finish line or strolled through the color stations, you helped make this event a massive success. 👟
A huge thank you to our volunteers and Sources of Strength students for all of your hard work!💖
We are thrilled to announce that Jessamine County Schools has been named one of the 2026 Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation! 🏆
This isn't just a one-time win—this marks our 7th consecutive year receiving this national recognition. Out of the entire Commonwealth, we are proud to be one of only 6 Kentucky districts to earn this honor.
This award celebrates our educators who go above and beyond to inspire, our talented students whose hard work and passion fill our schools with music, and our wonderful community that shares our belief that arts education is a vital part of student well-being and achievement .✨
Thank you to everyone who keeps the music playing in Jessamine County! 🎼
Join us for Strength in Colors, a community color run/walk and family event hosted by our Sources of Strength students.🎨Whether you’re running, walking, or just coming for the vibes, this is all about celebrating our community’s resilience and connection.✨
📍 The Details:
When: Friday, April 17, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: East Jessamine Middle School
Cost: FREE!
Grab your friends and family, wear your white t-shirts, and let’s fill the air with color! We can’t wait to see you there.
#SourcesOfStrength #StrengthInColors #InvestInJess
Join us for Transition Night to visit your student's future elementary school, meet the staff, and get a head start on the 2026-27 school year.✨
🗓️ May 4
⏰6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍Your student's future elementary school
Participating Schools:
🏫Brookside Elementary
🏫Red Oak Elementary
🏫Hattie C. Warner Elementary
🏫Nicholasville Elementary
🏫Rosenwald-Dunbar Elementary
We can’t wait to see our future 1st graders there! ❤️💙
Big news! 📅 We’re officially crossing the T’s and dotting the I’s on our end-of-year schedule!
Proposed legislation to allow us to add minutes to the school day and finish the year earlier hasn't moved forward so we’ve officially locked in our end-of-year schedule.
📅The last day of school for JCS students will be Monday, June 1, 2026.
We’re ready to make every minute leading up to summer break count. Let’s finish this year strong!🤝
Be on the lookout for additional information about end of year celebrations!✨See you at the finish line! 🏁
Congratulations to The Providence School Teacher of the Year Patrick Simpson!🏆
Teaching isn’t just about the lesson plan; it’s about the heart.❤️ It’s about building trust, sparking resilience, and seeing the potential in every student, even when they can’t see it themselves. Patrick doesn’t just embrace this mission; he lives it out loud every single day, showing up with energy, optimism, and a genuine passion for helping students succeed.🙌
Patrick, thank you for being a constant source of support for your students, and for being a member of the JCS family.🌟
Spring break vibes? 🌸 Check.
Bingo daubers ready? 🖊️ Check.
Supporting our talented vocalists? Double check! 🎶
Even though school is out, the fun is still ON! This week’s JCEF Bingo is happening as scheduled, and every card you play helps hit a high note for our East Choir students!
Whether you’re a bingo pro or just looking for a fun night out during the break, come hang out with us! Let’s fill the hall and help our students keep making beautiful music.
📍JCS CO Annex Gym, 847 Wilmore Road
Doors open at 5:30 PM. Bingo starts at 6:30.
📚 Happy National School Librarian Day! 📖
Today, we are celebrating the incredible educators who transform our libraries into hubs of innovation, imagination, and discovery. Our librarians do so much more than check out books, they are:
✨Tech Wizards: Navigating the digital world and teaching vital research skills.
❤️Reading Champions: Finding the perfect book for even the most "reluctant" readers.
🏠Safe Harbors: Creating welcoming spaces where every student belongs.
🔥Curiosity Igniters: Supporting our teachers and fueling a lifelong love of learning.
Join us in saying THANK YOU! Shout out a librarian who has made a difference in your student's life.
#SchoolLibrarianDay
Come out TONIGHT to celebrate the opening of VARIAL: A Student Skateboard Art Exhibition. This isn't your average gallery show—we’re featuring unique, hand-crafted art pieces from over 150 talented JCS students. 🎨
Whether you’re an art lover, a skate enthusiast, or just looking for a cool way to spend your Friday night, you won't want to miss this.
📍 Event Details:
Where: City Limits Events & Entertainment Center
Address: 106 Courchelle Dr, Nicholasville, KY
When: Tonight, April 3rd
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Huge thanks to Jessamine County Arts and Do Rad Things for supporting our local student artists. See you there! 🤙🔥
Teresa's passion for teaching isn’t just a career, it’s a calling. She has a gift for meeting students where they are, making sure every child feels valued, challenged, and set up for success. In Mrs. Hearn's classroom, learning is more than a lesson, it's an adventure.🌟
Teresa, we're so glad that you're in our district family! Congratulations and thank you for the heart, energy, and expertise you bring to BES every single day.👏
Karen has been a cornerstone of our VLA program for the past five years and her dedication has contributed to its growth and success. Karen's commitment and support ensure that every student finds their "aha" moment in math. By focusing on a growth mindset, her consistent encouragement empowers students to build confidence and succeed. 🎉
Karen, thank you for your commitment and your passion. We are so lucky to have you on the team! 🌟
Get ready to see some serious JCS student artist displays on deck!🛹
Our students have been hard at work with professional artist Mark Rivard to create a one-of-a-kind collection of skateboard art, and it's finally time to show it off. Whether you're a fan of skate culture, local art, or just supporting our amazing students, you won't want to miss VARIAL this Friday night. 🔥
📍Event Details
What: 🛹A Student Skateboard Art Exhibition
When: 🗓️Friday, April 3, 2026
Time: 🕰️5:30-7:30 PM (Acknowledgements at 6:30 PM)
Where: 📍City Limits Entertainment Center~ 106 Courchelle Dr.
🎨Over 150 students worked with our Artist in Residence, Mark Rivard, covering everything from visual storytelling to marketing and entrepreneurship. This exhibition is the culmination of their hard work, creativity, and the spirit of youth pop culture.
Come out and support the next generation of Jessamine County artists!
#DoRadThings #JessamineCountyArts
Happy Spring Break! 🌷
We are thrilled to share that Heather Grant from Red Oak Elementary has been named the district's Elementary Special Educator of the Year and is also the JCS Overall Special Educator of the Year recipient!🏆
Teaching is a work of heart, and Heather embodies this every single day.❤️ Whether she's tailoring a lesson to meet a student’s unique needs, cheering on a breakthrough in the classroom, or providing a steady hand of support for families, her impact is immeasurable.🙌
Congratulations, Heather! We are incredibly proud that you're a member of the JCS family.🌟
Behind every thriving classroom is a team of dedicated professionals working tirelessly to ensure every student shines. Today, we’re honoring our incredible instructional assistants, aides, and paraprofessionals, the glue that holds our classrooms together.🙌
They are the ultimate team players:
✅Bridging learning gaps with one-on-one support.
✅Offering a steady hand and a kind word when a student needs it most.
✅Collaborating with teachers to create the best possible learning environment.
To our Paras and IAs~ Thank you for giving our students your best every single day. You make it look easy, but we know how much heart it takes!💙
✨ Join the celebration:
Is there a Para or IA who has made a difference for your child? Drop a shout-out or a "Thank You" in the comments below! 👇
#ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay
Is the Strength in Colors Run/Walk on your calendar yet? 👟
The NES Sole Sisters are leveling up, and they’ve learned that training for a 5K is about way more than just the miles, it’s about what you tell yourself when the going gets tough. These incredible students are flipping the script, building mental toughness, and trading "I can't" for "I will." 💪
We're incredibly proud of them for growing their muscles and their mindsets. Ready for a boost of positivity?
Be Inspired: Read their personal mantras that keep them moving.📝
Be There: Make a commitment to yourself. Join the Sole Sisters at the Strength in Colors event on April 17th!✨
Congratulations to Ashley Onkst, West Jessamine High School Teacher of the Year! From sparking curiosity in the classroom to going the extra mile for every student, Ashley truly embodies what it means to lead with heart.❤️
Thank you for your dedication, your extra effort, and the lasting impact you make on our students every single day.
Join us in celebrating Ashley and this well-deserved recognition!🏆
Our latest Jessamine County Board of Education meeting was a powerful reminder of the talent and grit thriving within our schools. The board had the privilege of recognizing several West Jessamine High School teams for their incredible postseason runs!🏆
While the trophies and titles are exciting to celebrate, we are even prouder of the "student" in student-athlete. The dedication these young people show off the field, course, and court is what truly defines them.
Join us in congratulating these standout teams and coaches:
📣Cheerleading (Coach Noah Laman) ~ KHSAA Region 6 Coed Champions
🏈Football (Coach Scott Marsh) ~ Historical 9-4 season & deepest playoff run in school history!.
⛳Boys Golf (Coach Shaun Gordon) ~ Region Champions (Top 30 in KY)
⛳Girls Golf (Coach Matt Hilkens) ~ Region Runner-Up
⚽Boys Soccer (Coach Brock Sutherland) ~ Region Champions & Sweet 16
⚽Girls Soccer (Coach Rick Garr) ~ Region Runner-Up
🏐Volleyball (Coach Bill Bird) ~ Region Champions
🌟 Extra Shoutout: Huge congrats to Boys Soccer Coach Brock Sutherland for being named Region 12 Coach of the Year and an All-State Coach of the Year nominee! 👏
Congratulations, Colts! 🐎
