🌟 That’s a wrap on Kentucky Safe Schools Week! 🛡️✨
Creating a safe, welcoming space takes all of us, every single day. 💙
A massive thank you to our SROs & Emergency Responders 🚓, Teachers & Counselors 📚, Admins & Safety Teams 🚨, Support Staff 🚌, Students & Families 🎒, and our entire Community 🤝 for keeping our campuses secure, caring, and strong!
Safety is a team effort; thanks to all who took the pledge and to everyone who is doing your part! 🏆 #StrongRootsSafeSchools #SafeSchoolsKY
To wrap up KY Safe Schools Week, we’re highlighting the final group of our 10 dedicated School Resource Officers! 🌟
From helping with traffic and events to offering solid life advice and keeping our facilities secure, these officers embody what it means to lead with care and dedication.
We are so grateful for the strong support of our local law enforcement agencies and city and county partners; thank you for your continuous investment in the safety of our students, staff, and community! 💙
#KYSafeSchoolsWeek #SROSpotlight #ThankYouSROs
Who says you can't balance elite national-level athletics with hometown pride? 🌟
"Two of Kentucky's most sought after student-athletes" are right here in Jessamine County!
West Jessamine High School’s Sophie Bolton and Brady Stockton, a Colt who is currently attending JCS VLA, are showing our entire community what hard work, discipline, and dedication look like every single day. From morning training sessions with Lexington Sporting Club to rigorous AP and dual credit college classes, these two push boundaries both on the pitch and in the classroom!🏆
Check out this spotlight by PrepSpin celebrating their athletic achievements, academic success, and love for their school community:
👉 https://prepspin.com/news/small-school-big-dreams/
Drop a comment to show your support for Sophie and Brady as they continue to chase their big dreams! ⚽
We’re continuing our KY Safe Schools Week celebration by spotlighting two more of our phenomenal School Resource Officers! 👮♂️
Our SROs build strong, positive relationships with students while ensuring our schools remain safe environments to learn and grow.
Thank you for everything you do to support our students and staff! 💙
Join us in giving them a shout-out in the comments! 👏
Stay tuned—we still have more of our SROs to celebrate!
¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana y Latina!
It's National Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month! 🌟
We join our community and nation in celebrating the rich history, vibrant traditions, and vital contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. 🤝Thank you to all of the students, families, and staff who make our district a wonderful place to live, learn, and grow!❤️
During KY Safe Schools Week, we're taking time to celebrate the dedicated heroes who keep our hallways, classrooms, and campuses safe & secure every single day: our School Resource Officers (SROs).👮♂️
We are fortunate to have 10 incredible SROs serving our district. They do so much more than protect us, they serve as mentors, trusted advisors, and friendly faces for our students and staff.
A special thank you to our local law enforcement agency partners: NPD, Wilmore PD, and the Jessamine County Sheriff's Office, as well as our city and county leadership, for their support and collaboration in helping provide these officers for our schools!💙 Drop a comment to show your appreciation!
👀 Keep an eye out this week to meet the rest of our SRO Team!
🖐️Have you taken the pledge?
🌱Safe schools start with strong roots, and it takes all of us to help them grow. It's KY Safe Schools Week, and we encourage our students, staff, parents, and community to unite and commit to creating a safer, kinder environment for everyone.
Take the Kentucky Center for School Safety "Strong Roots. Safe Schools." Pledge today at
🔗https://kycss.org/safe-schools-week/safety-week-pledge/!
West takes on East tonight in a big matchup you don't want to miss! Come out, show your school spirit, and bring the noise.
📅 When: Tuesday, September 15
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Where: East High
Strong Roots, Safe Schools: It's KY Safe Schools Week! 🌳
Safety in our schools is about more than security; it's about community, connection, and building a foundation where every student can thrive.
To kick off Safe Schools Week, our district leaders, local officials, law enforcement, and incredible Sources of Strength student leaders gathered together for a special proclamation signing to declare our shared commitment to keeping our schools safe, welcoming, and supportive.✨
Let’s keep the momentum going all week long! We encourage you to talk with your kids about what makes them feel safe, how to practice kindness, and help us nurture the strong roots that build a safer, stronger environment for all students.
Today, our school community paused to observe the 25th anniversary of 9/11 - a day that forever changed our nation. 🇺🇸
Even though 2001 was before our students' time, their commitment to honoring the history, memory, and enduring spirit of September 11th shines brightly. FOX 56 News joined us at WJHS as students participated in mini-lessons and commemorative activities, reflecting on the day's historical impact and significance.
We are incredibly proud of how our students and staff continue to embody the compassion, unity, and spirit of service displayed by so many who came together on that day.
We will never forget. ❤️
@FOX56News
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors for making it possible for every district staff member to receive a matching T-shirt for the 2026–27 school year! 👕
Your support means so much more than a shirt. As we wear them throughout the year, they’ll serve as a daily reminder that we are one team, united by one purpose: serving our students and doing everything we can to help them learn, grow, and succeed. 💙
We're grateful for your continuous investment in our students, staff, and our district. 🎉
A huge thank you to:
🤝 Jessamine County Fiscal Court
🤝 American Fidelity
🤝 WesBanco
🤝 PECCO
🤝 Giovanni's
🤝 Trivend Inc
🤝 Commonwealth Credit Union
🤝 Herff Jones
🤝 Roberts Insurance & Investments
🤝 10th Planet
#CommunityPartners #StrongerTogether
Our Teaching and Learning Pathway students are already making an impact as they explore their passion for education and prepare for careers in the classroom! They're also earning college credit through a dual-credit program with EKU. 🎓
Through hands-on learning, real-world experiences, and opportunities to connect with educators, these future teachers are discovering what it takes to inspire, encourage, and empower the next generation of learners.📚
We couldn’t be more proud of these students for choosing a pathway that is all about making a difference. 💙
MATCHDAY ⚽️
Crosstown rivalry goes down tonight! West Jessamine vs. East Jessamine.🔥
⏰ JV: 6:30 PM | Varsity: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: @ East Jessamine High School
Pack the stands and bring the energy! 🎟️💪
@eastjessaminehigh @westjessaminehigh
Our students and staff grabbed the chalk and turned our school walkways into bright, beautiful messages of hope, encouragement, and support for 988 Day! 🎨💬
At JCS, we want every single student to know that they belong here. Acts of kindness, no matter how big or small, remind us that we are all connected and that caring for one another is at the heart of our community.
If you or someone you know ever needs a listening ear, support is always available.
📞 Call or text 988 anytime, day or night. It is free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Check out the inspiring artwork! 💛
Jessamine County Schools offers a unique opportunity for high school students to take an Arts Four-Course Sequence and earn the Jessamine County Arts Seal of Excellence! Students in grades 10-12 can earn this special distinction alongside another career pathway.
Whether students aim to showcase their artistic talent, earn a diploma distinction by doing something they love, or gain specialized preparation for a future arts career, this recognition highlights the incredible creative talent and hard work of our students.
To learn more details and register, visit https://forms.gle/niqVEH9SN6kVd1Aq7
Questions? Contact District Arts Coordinator Amy Harrod at amy.harrod@jessamine.kyschools.us. ✨
Join us in celebrating Charlotte Lewis, who serves Multilingual Learners at both East Jessamine Middle School and Red Oak Elementary, for being named a WKYT Chalkboard Champion!🏆
Sponsored by Members Heritage Credit Union, this award recognizes exceptional educators across the region, and comes with a well-deserved $500 prize for Ms. Lewis! 💰
Nominated for the extraordinary care, dedication, and heart she pours into her students and fellow educators every day, Ms. Lewis constantly goes above and beyond to ensure every child has what they need to succeed. She is a true champion for the students she serves, and we are so proud to have her in the JCS family.
Congratulations, Ms. Lewis! Thank you for making a difference! 👏🎉
#ChalkboardChampions #JCSExcellence
Today we’re celebrating the grit, dedication, and hard work of our entire community.
Building strong Work Ethic isn't just about today's assignments; it's how we equip our students with the skills, mindset, and confidence to thrive in tomorrow's workforce. 🎓
What does that look like?
🤝Showing up with reliability, punctuality, and initiative.
🧗Persisting and adapting through complex challenges.
👑Taking pride in every project and milestone.
When our students graduate, they carry more than a diploma; they carry the drive to succeed in whatever path they choose.✨
Thank you to our educators, families, and community partners for modeling these values and shaping tomorrow's leaders every day. 🌟
Small Shoes, Big Beginnings: Welcome to Our Littlest Learners ❤️
Our preschool students took their very first steps into our classrooms this week. 👣
There is a special magic in these first days. It’s in the wide-eyed wonder as they explore their new space, the gentle guidance of teachers kneeling down to meet them at eye level, and the brave little waves goodbye as they venture into a new world. To our preschool families, thank you for trusting us with your little ones. We are so honored to partner with you as they begin this exciting educational journey.✨
Enjoy a wonderful, restful long weekend with family and friends! We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, September 8.
💚 Together, no one is alone. 💚
We invite you to show up and care out loud for 988 Day on Tuesday, September 8th by participating in a community-wide Walk, Talk, and Chalk event to spread HOPE in Jessamine County!
Mental health matters, and 988 provides free, judgment-free support 24/7. Help us spread the word that support is just three numbers away!
📅 WHEN: Tuesday, September 8th
📍 WHERE: From home, work, or school (Anywhere!)
🎨 HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
🚶♂️Walk together with friends, family, or colleagues
💬Talk and check in on those around you
✍️Chalk positive messages on sidewalks and driveways
Let’s flood our community with hope and connection on 9/8! ✨
About 988
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides emotional support for people in distress anywhere in the US.
If you or a loved one is having a mental health crisis, you can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help.
