Jessamine County Schools

👏 Big congratulations to Jessamine County Schools for being named one of the #BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation by the @NAMMFoundation! We're proud to be one of only six districts in Kentucky to receive this national honor. This award recognizes our commitment to providing high-quality music education and access for all students—and it's all thanks to the hard work of our students, teachers, administrators, and supportive community. This recognition, now in its 26th year, celebrates districts that go above and beyond in ensuring music education thrives. 🎶 #JCSArts #MusicMatters

🎉 Congratulations to each of these outstanding students who have been awarded a scholarship from the Rotary Club of Nicholasville! This honor is a well-deserved recognition of your hard work, leadership, and dedication. We're so proud of your accomplishments and can't wait to see what your future holds! A big thank you to the Rotary Club for supporting our students and investing in their future! #StudentSuccess #ThankYouRotary

The EJHS choir hit all the right notes at Dollywood! They made a clean sweep at the competition, winning 1st Place in the AA Division, 1st Place Overall and the highest honor - the Espirit De Corps award! Talent, teamwork, & a touch of Smoky Mountain magic—way to shine, Jags!

The TPS Senior Trip to see the Legends in action was a home run! Congratulations to these students for rounding the bases of senior year and hitting it out of the park!

Happy National School Nurse Day! Today we celebrate the incredible school nurses who care for our students with compassion and expertise.. From bandages to big 💙, they’re always there when we need them. Thank you for keeping our schools healthy & safe!

From Friday night lights to Kroger Field --and now the NFL! Congratulations to former WJHS Colt Eli Cox who has been signed by the Houston Texans! His determination, talent, and hustle have taken him all the way to the pros and we can't wait to watch him on Sundays!

JCS elementary schools are looking forward to welcoming our future first graders and their families at the upcoming Kindergarten to 1st Grade Transition Night! Join us this Thursday, May 8, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. for an evening designed to help make the move to first grade a smooth and exciting adventure! For Wilmore Elementary only, Transition Night will also extend to incoming Kindergarten students who will attend school at WES next year. Students and families will have the opportunity to visit classrooms, meet teachers and staff, and learn more about what to expect. It’s a great chance to ask questions, build connections, and ease the transition as we prepare for another great year of learning and growth. We can’t wait to see you there! #TransitionNight

How does a great teacher spark curiosity and ignite a passion for learning? By creating immersive, hands-on experiences that students never forget. At EJHS, Mrs. Propes transformed the classroom into a mini-museum, sharing a collection of World War II artifacts. This powerful, up-close encounter with history brought the past to life in a way textbooks never could. JCS is proud to celebrate educators like Mrs. Propes who go above and beyond to make learning meaningful and memorable. #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher

🌿🌸 Spring into Gardening! 🌸🌿 Support our students and spruce up your space with fresh plants from our Greenhouse Sale! From vibrant flowers to hearty vegetables, we’ve got something for every gardener. Come shop local, support hands-on learning, and grow something great! 🌱💚 Open from 2-6 p.m. this week (closed on Thursday) and 8-Noon on Saturday. #StudentGrown #SupportAgEd #HandsOnLearning

Congratulations to the EJHS Men’s Track & Field team — champions of the 2025 LCA Eagle Classic! 🏆 An outstanding performance from start to finish!

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! Join us in celebrating the incredible educators who inspire, challenge, and support our students every single day. From lesson plans to life lessons, our teachers make a lasting impact—thank you for all you do! 💙 #ThankATeacher #WeLoveOurTeachers

JCS students brought their A-game to the 4-H project demonstrations—congrats to our winners who are headed to state in July! We’re behind you all the way. And hats off to all our competitors—your creativity and commitment were so impressive! Red Oak Elementary🏅 Nazar Piniak Ella Switzer Wilmore Elementary 🏅 Ellie Rose Harold Dannie Lunsford Agnes Rajan Rylan Spry East Jessamine High School🏅 John Hager Peyton Wood

Sources of Strength is a peer-led program that empowers students to connect, support, and spread hope.❤️ At this week's meeting, the Jessamine County Board of Education recognized our incredible JCS Sources of Strength students and their staff sponsors for organizing the JCS Color Run—a wonderful, joy-filled event that brought our community together. We’re so proud of their leadership and the positive energy they bring to our schools! Let’s keep the momentum going—keep spreading strength, connection, and kindness! 💪💛

Hands-on learning got a little wild at BES when a special guest introduced 2nd and 3rd graders to some fascinating animals! While a few students were a bit hisss-itant at first, courage quickly took over. Check out these brave and curious learners! #ScienceInAction

Happy School Lunch Hero Day! Today we celebrate the incredible cafeteria staff who keep our students fueled and ready to learn. From preparing nutritious meals to serving them with a smile, they truly make a difference each day. 💙 Thank you for everything you do!

It's National School Principal s' Day! 🎉 Join us in celebrating the incredible leaders who guide our schools with dedication, passion, and heart. Thank you to our school administrative teams for all they do to support students, staff, and families every day! #ThankAPrincipal

Huge congratulations to the JCTC Culinary Team for placing 17th out of 84 teams at the Cook Around the World competition in Orlando! They gained skills, confidence, and memories to last a lifetime! 🍽️🌎👏

🏆 Congratulations to Meridian Winter Guard—2025 Tri-State Marching Arts Grand Champions! This incredible team, led by Angela and Adam Miller, went undefeated this season, earning back-to-back titles and achieving the highest score in program history. They continue to be recognized at JCBOE meetings for their outstanding success—and they’ve earned every bit of it! 🎉

History made at EJHS! At last night's meeting, the Jessamine County Board of Education congratulated Shaylin Adams, the first EJHS student to receive the prestigious Gates Scholarship! Out of more than 48,000 applicants nationwide, only 750 students were selected—and Shaylin earned her place among them! This incredible honor includes a full cost of attendance scholarship to any college in the U.S., along with ongoing support throughout her college journey. Shaylin’s dedication, drive, and excellence truly shine and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things this Jaguar will accomplish next. We're SO proud of you, Shaylin! 💙 #JaguarPride #GatesScholar

This past Friday, Director of Special Education Megan McCarty and Assistant Director of Special Education Emily Linton had the pleasure of celebrating Rachel Shelton, the JCS Outstanding Elementary and Overall Special Educator of the Year Recipient, at the CKEC Outstanding Educator Luncheon. We are so thankful for the amazing contributions Rachel brings to our district.