JCS FCCLA students recently participated in their State Leadership Conference in Louisville to compete, grow, and bond as a group. We’re thrilled to share that all students who competed in a skill demonstration placed 1st or 2nd and now have the chance to attend nationals in Seattle, Washington. We’re very proud of these students and their teachers who worked so hard to prepare them.
Passion + Purpose= Success! ♥️ Congratulations, everyone!
🥇Gavin Stewart - 1st place in Culinary Arts STAR event
🥇 Kenzie Loss and Gabby VonVerde - 1st place in National Programs in Action
🥈Karley Jones - 2nd place in the Baking and Pastry STAR Event
🏆 Jacob Sizemore - winning the Agnes Foster Golden Horizon Scholarship Award
🏆 Emily Crump, Jacob Sizemore and Adela Sanchez Vasquez receiving Power of Ones
This week over 200 JCS students attended the Student Technology Leadership Program State Championship to showcase their leadership and tech skills. We're beyond proud of their hard work and the impressive abilities that they demonstrated! Thank you to all of the amazing staff, coaches, volunteers, and chaperones who made this day possible. A special congratulations to our student winners- see a list of awards and read more about the event at this link. https://bit.ly/jcs-stlp
We’re delighted to share that Kim Gayheart has been selected as the 2024 Nicholasville Elementary Teacher of the Year! Described as an educator who gives her “best self” each day to help students learn, Mrs. Gayheart is a caring and encouraging teacher who helps her students to become critical thinkers and problem solvers. With creative lessons and a positive vibe, this exemplary teacher’s classroom is a fun place to learn. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor, Kim! We're so happy that you're a part of the JCS Family! #WeAreJessamine
Have a safe and happy Spring Break, JCS Family!
We’re excited to share that Carleigh Turner has been selected as the 2024 Brookside Elementary Teacher of the Year! Mrs Turner’s passion for education and infectious energy uplift those around her and make this stellar teacher also an encourager, a mentor, and a friend. Her playful and engaging approach to learning transforms the classroom into a fun place where every student feels valued and inspired. We love this educator’s ability to help students believe in themselves and her unwavering commitment to their success. Congratulations, Carleigh, we’re so grateful to have you in our district family! #WeAreJessamine!
Please join us in celebrating the 2024 Red Oak Elementary Teacher of the Year Kendall Anderson! Mrs. Anderson’s classroom is an engaging and nurturing place where students are prepared for success both inside and beyond the classroom. She goes above and beyond to get to know each and every one of her students, creating a warm and welcoming environment where they feel valued and supported to express themselves. Whether it’s helping with a tough math problem, lending an ear for a personal struggle, or simply offering a word of encouragement, Mrs. Anderson is always there for her students. They’re lucky to have her and we’re lucky that she calls our district home. Congratulations, Kendall! #WeAreJessamine
The happiest place on Earth was even happier when our EJHS Choir won Best in Class and Silver Mickey awards at the Festival Disney competition in Orlando. Way to go, Jags!
Congratulations to Jessamine County Schools Superintendent Matt Moore on his selection as the Eastern Kentucky University / Central Kentucky Educational Cooperative “Experience Excellence” Superintendent of the Year!
The Providence School’s 2024 Teacher of the Year Sean Goggin is described as an educator with a calm presence who inspires students to take ownership of their learning. Sean builds a culture of connectedness in his classroom and whether his students are learning English or guitar, relationships come first. Mr. Goggin gets to know his students as individuals and learns about what motivates and inspires them to take their achievement to the next level. His music class has become a coveted highlight for TPS students, engaging them in a creative outlet that connects them to school in a meaningful way. Mr. Goggin is changing lives, one student at a time and we’re grateful and proud that he is a member of our district family. Congratulations, Sean! #WeAreJessamine
We have the BEST community partners! A huge thank you to School Resource Officer Billy King and our friends at the Nicholasville Police Department for hosting Warner Elementary first graders on their field trip today. It's never too early to find your passion and purpose ; our students learned a lot and had a great time!
An innovative leader who is in his element in both a courtroom and a classroom, the Jessamine Career and Technology Center's 2024 Teacher of the Year is Mr. Will Hall. Will built the JCTC pre-law program from scratch (and, yes, he's a lawyer too) and students say that he continually motivates and challenges them to do their best as he supports them to reach their goals. We're excited that Will is using his passion, expertise, and commitment to excellence to help shape the legal minds of tomorrow. Thank you for inspiring and empowering our students, Will, congratulations! #WeAreJessamine
Congratulations to Amber Ethington for being named the 2024 Jessamine Early Learning Village Teacher of the Year! It's a well-deserved honor for a teacher who goes above and beyond every day to care for and inspire our youngest learners. From teaching foundational skills to fostering kindness, Amber truly embodies what it means to be an exceptional educator. Thank you for your dedication, passion, and endless patience, Amber. We are so lucky to have you in our district family! #WeAreJessamine
Sometimes it can take a lot to impress middle schoolers and when they say that WJMS's 2024 Teacher of the Year Kathy Henderson is "helpful, nice, funny, and the best teacher ever," it's a pretty big compliment! This 7th grade social studies teacher makes learning fun, motivating her students with creative lessons and engaging activities. Mrs. Henderson brings her best each day in order to bring out the best in her students. They think that she's pretty special and we do too! Congratulations, Kathy! #WeAreJessamine
Caring, flexible, compassionate, and encouraging are just a few of the qualities that characterize Matt Botner, a Special Educator at Wilmore Elementary School. Matt has demonstrated a commitment to inclusive teaching practices and has effectively supported students with diverse learning needs. In addition to implementing preferred co-teaching models, Matt is dedicated to developing meaningful relationships with his students. Jessamine County Schools is thrilled to recognize Matt Botner as the recipient of the Outstanding Special Educator of the Year.! Matt will also represent JCS as the CKEC Outstanding Educator. Congratulations, Matt! #WeAreJessamine
Combine patience, creativity, and love with individualized high quality instruction and you get Warner Elementary’s 2024 Teacher of the Year Sandy Montgomery. Sandy not only meets the needs of her students, but also her colleagues, as a strong collaborator and teacher leader in her school. Join us in celebrating this rock star educator! Congratulations, Sandy! #WeAreJessamine
If there's a middle or high schooler in your life, here's a great opportunity to learn more about how you can help to support their mental health. This informative workshop will teach you to better recognize the signs of anxiety and depression and how to reduce the impact of contributing factors like social media. Child care and light snacks will be provided. Be sure to register by March 21, 2024 by scanning the code or using the link below.
#MentalHealthMatters #WeAreJessamine
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A positive self image is a building block of confidence and success and this upcoming elementary parent workshop will help you learn more about how to foster self-esteem in children. We're excited to provide this resource and partner with our families to build the next generation of leaders! Scan the code or click the link to register. #MentalHealthMatters #WeAreJessamine
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Congratulations to the 2024 East Jessamine Middle School Teacher of the Year Morgan Cobb! Mrs. Cobb is described as a caring and patient educator who brings the energy with fun and creative learning activities. We love that her students say that she's always there for them with encouraging words and that her classroom is a safe place where they can just be themselves. We're so proud of Morgan and glad that she calls our district home! #WeAreJessamine
Positive, creative, and a person who goes above and beyond in every aspect is how Wilmore Elementary School's 2024 Teacher of the Year Julie Pearman is described. Students are encouraged to think creatively and work collaboratively in Mrs. Pearman's classroom, where learning is fun. We're so proud of this teacher who not only encourages and inspires her students, but also her peers. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor, Julie! #WeAreJessamine
Relationships are key for the 2023-2024 East Jessamine High School Teacher of the Year Ms. Chelsea Hinton. This outstanding educator fosters a genuine connection with her students and is always there when they need her. She’s described as an empathetic listener and life coach who inspires those around her to “pass it on” and be there for others as well. Her classroom is a place where students are challenged to grow and connect their knowledge to real world applications. If Ms. Hinton sounds pretty special, that’s because she is and we’re lucky to have her in JCS. Congratulations, Chelsea! #WeAreJessamine
