🎓While they’ve mastered the classroom, they’ve also proven they have the essential skills to thrive in any professional environment.
This isn't just a sticker—it’s a testament to their dedication, professional skills, and readiness to hit the ground running in the workforce. These students have demonstrated the skills and technical grit that employers are looking for: teamwork, punctuality, and a killer work ethic.🔥
Join us in congratulating our future leaders, innovators, and professionals! The future looks bright.🌟
Class of 2026 Decision Day events are in the books and the excitement was electric as our graduating students officially announced their next steps and even picked up a little swag, including dorm essentials, tech upgrades and other great prizes.
Whether they're heading to a four-year university, joining the military, starting a technical program, or jumping straight into a career, we are so proud of the diverse paths our students are taking.
Congratulations, your future is bright, and your district family is rooting for you every step of the way. 🌟
Today, we are throwing a massive shout-out to the incredible Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) across JCS!
Every day, our SLPs work tirelessly behind the scenes to give our students the ultimate superpower: their voice. From helping a kindergartener master their speech sounds to finding creative communication tools for non-verbal students, our SLPs ensure that every single child in our district is heard, understood, and valued.
To all of our SLPs, thank you for your patience, your expertise, and your massive hearts. You make our schools a better place to learn! 🎉
It’s a historic season for West Jessamine Middle School!
Huge congratulations to our newly crowned Salt River Conference Champions:
⚾ Baseball
⚽ Girls Soccer
⚽ Boys Soccer
🏃 Track & Field also had individual champions at their competition!
Big wins start with great leadership and strong support; huge thanks to the coaches and parents. We’re incredibly proud of our athletes for showing us exactly what grit and teamwork look like.
Join us in congratulating these Colts!❤️
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, May 19th, for Primary Election Day.
While our students enjoy the day off, our dedicated JCS staff will be hard at work! This is a required Staff Development Day, and our team will be participating in training and planning to continue providing the best experience for our students.
Enjoy the mid-week break, and we’ll see everyone back in the classroom on Wednesday! 📚
GO COLTS!
KHSAA Boys Volleyball Championships
West Jessamine vs North Bullitt
Colts @ Eagles
🗓️Date : Saturday, May 16, 2026
⏰Time : 1:30 PM
🏟️Location : George Rogers Clark
Link to watch :
channel.sports-tv.site/hs-volleyball.php?live=West%20Jessamine%20vs%20North%20Bullitt
✨ Not just about the sequins and the suits. ✨
Prom is more than a dance; it’s one of those moments that reminds us just how quickly time moves. Blink and you’ll miss it. One day, you’re tying shoelaces. The next, you’re pinning on a corsage or straightening a tie before prom pictures.
As the school year winds down and summer waits just around the corner, we love seeing this community of friends celebrate milestones, memories, and the journey they’ve shared side by side.❤️💙
Our culinary students brought the heat at the Walt Disney World Cook Around the World Culinary Improv Competition, finishing in the TOP 20 of their session! 🏰🔥
After drawing South America as their mystery theme, the team had just 90 minutes to research, prep, and plate a full menu featuring a regional soup, fusion tacos, a signature dessert, and a lime refresher. 🍲🌮🍰🍹
Competing under “Chopped”-style pressure and alongside celebrity chef Duff Goldman and Disney culinary pros, our students showcased incredible creativity, teamwork, and professionalism. We are so proud of the way they represented JCS on the big stage! 🌟👏#JCSExcellence #CookAroundTheWorld
🎒 Registration is OPEN for 2026-27 JCS After School Care! 🎒
Your work day likely doesn't end when the school bell rings—but your peace of mind can start there. Our After School program provides a safe, convenient, and engaging environment, located right at your child's elementary school. We are now accepting applications for the upcoming school year!
Give your student a secure, fun, and productive place to land every afternoon. Our program includes:
🍎 Daily snacks
✏️ Homework support
🎨 Creative arts and STEM activities
🏃♂️ Plenty of outdoor play!
Spaces fill up fast, and we operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t wait until August to find your spot!
Contact Program Director Heidi Klug at heidi.klug@jessamine.kyschools.us
Huge shoutout to the West Jessamine High School Boys Volleyball team! After clinching the Region 2 title, the Colts kept the momentum rolling last night with a first-round win over Fern Creek.
Next stop: THE ELITE 8! 🚀
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars
The journey to the trophy continues this Friday, May 15th at 5 pm at George Rogers Clark. Come out and bring the noise!
🔥 A massive congratulations to Max Miller for being named the Region 2 Player of the Year!
Let’s go Colts! 🐴
Today, the Rotary Club of Nicholasville hosted its annual scholarship awards program, investing in the next generation of leaders from our district. We are incredibly proud to announce that seven of our outstanding students were awarded a total of $9,500 to support their upcoming educational journeys!
Please join us in celebrating these hard-working recipients:
🎓 Conall Sharp
🎓 Vivian Alden
🎓 Piper Reagan Stevens (not pictured)
🎓 Norah Fitzpatrick
🎓 Benjamin Swartz
🎓 Jana Johnston (not pictured)
🎓 Kaitlyn Michelle Cadle
A massive THANK YOU to the Rotary Club of Nicholasville for your continued generosity and for championing our students' success. We can’t wait to see what they achieve next! 🚀✨
Big news at WJMS! 🎉✨
Please join us in welcoming Rod Butler as the next Head Principal of West Jessamine Middle School! 🐴
A former teacher and coach, and currently serving as an Assistant Principal in our district, Rod brings a servant’s heart, strong leadership, and a true passion for students and staff to his new role. We are excited for the future of WJMS under his leadership!✨
Congratulations, Rod! 💙❤️🌟#WeAreJessamine #ColtPride
From "What if?" to "Can't wait!" 🎓
We know that moving to a new school can feel like a lot. Those first-day jitters usually come with a few questions: How do I open this locker? Where is my first class? Who will I sit with at lunch?
At JCS, we don’t leave those moments to chance. Our transition events are designed to help students moving up to the next level navigate the halls like pros before day one even arrives. We’re here to make sure every student knows one thing: You already belong.
To our students "leveling up" this year: Finish strong! Carry your favorite memories with you, but get ready to make new ones. Your next school is ready for you, and they can’t wait to welcome you home. ✨
Support our hard-working students at the FFA Greenhouse Sale tonight until 6 and Friday from 2-6 p.m. at WJHS.
Today we recognize our incredible school nurses who go above and beyond to keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn. From managing chronic conditions to providing a comforting smile, you do it all!✨
Drop a ❤️ or a 'Thank You' in the comments to show some love to our amazing school nurses today! #SchoolNurseDay
A Legacy of Leadership
Please join us in celebrating Jenny Borders as the next Head Principal of East Jessamine Middle School! We are excited for the leadership, passion, and dedication Jenny will bring to our students, staff, and Jaguar family. 💚💙
Congratulations, Jenny! We can’t wait to see the great things ahead. #proudtoroar
Did you know that each year, JCS middle school students take a giant leap into financial literacy at the Reality Store? With assigned careers, salaries, and life situations (hello, unexpected dental bills or flat tire! 🚗), they make real-life budgeting decisions. 📉
Students navigate life by visiting different booths to pay for 🏠housing, utilities, 🛒groceries, 🏦 insurance and taxes, and visit 🎲 The Chance Table (Because life happens!)
It's a fun and eye-opening way to learn about financial responsibility and planning for the future! 💸
From early morning greetings to late-night grading and every “aha!” moment in between, our teachers and staff are the heart of our schools. They build confidence, inspire curiosity, and help shape the future.🚀
To our amazing team: Thank you for bringing learning to life for our students and for showing up every day with patience, encouragement, and heart. 💙
Join the celebration! 👇
Drop a comment and shout out a teacher or staff member who has made a difference in your life or your child’s life this year.
🎣 Big Wins on the Water!
A massive shoutout to West Jessamine Middle School Colts, Paxton Sparks and Tristan Shouse!👏
These talented student-athletes have been named the B.A.S.S. Kentucky Nation Central Trail Junior Team of the Year! Reeling in a title like this takes incredible focus, patience, and skill.
We are so proud of these champs; join us in congratulating them on this stellar accomplishment!🐟
