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🌟 LEADERSHIP SUMMIT | New school year, same relentless focus on student success! Last week, JCPS principals, regional assistant superintendents, principal supervisors, and division leaders came together for the JCPS Leadership Summit. From hearing updates from @JCPSSuper to diving deep into school improvement, opportunity and access, student attendance, and more, this dedicated group of staff collaborated on the critical work that drives our district forward. #WeAreJCPS

BOARD VACANCY | The Jefferson County Board of Education (JCBE) is seeking applications for appointment to fill an at-large vacancy on the JCBE. Application documents must be received by 4:30 p.m. on July 31, 2026. Learn more: jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3032564 #WeAreJCPS

✅ BECOME AN INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT | Someone's favorite part of the school day could be you. ❤️ As an Instructional Assistant, you'll encourage, support, and inspire students while helping them reach their full potential. If you're looking for more than just a paycheck, this is your chance to build a career that matters. ✔️ Competitive pay & benefits ✔️ Early Childhood & Exceptional Child Education opportunities ✔️ 48 college credit hours required Join the team that's helping shape tomorrow: applitrack.com/jefferson/onli…) Check out @JCPSRecruits to learn more and explore opportunities! #WeAreJCPS

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | @JCPSSuper has appointed veteran educator Dr. Jim Jury as JCPS's interim chief academic officer (CAO) while a national search is conducted for a permanent leader. STORY: jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3029409 #WeAreJCPS

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) has named Stephanie Roberts as the new principal of Dixie Elementary School. STORY ➡️ jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3025030

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | Dr. Melvin J. Brown has been appointed to be the new executive officer of Talent at JCPS. STORY ➡️ jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3024842

📺 OUR KIDS July 2026 | The new episode of "Our Kids" is out! This month's show is hosted by Marion C. Moore School correspondent Madalyn Neace. ✅ Check it out! ⬇️ #WeAreJCPS youtube.com/watch?v=86TbhK…

WATCH NOW | The Jefferson County Board of Education Meeting on June 30, 2026. youtube.com/watch?v=aC1xqe…

🗓️ YEAR-END RECAP | As we look back on the 2025-26 school year, Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood shares a message of deep gratitude, resilience, and vision for Jefferson County Public Schools. From navigating tough financial decisions to modernizing our district with Google Workspace and safe AI tools, this year has been about building a stable, forward-thinking foundation for our community. "Over the past year, I have had the privilege of visiting schools across our community and witnessing firsthand the dedication, resilience, and heart of our educators, staff, students, and families," Dr. Yearwood said. "What has become abundantly clear is this: JCPS is a district filled with people who believe deeply in the power of public education and who show up every day committed to helping children succeed." Read more here: jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3016257

🦠 DISEASE DETECTIVES | @LouisvilleCHS students recently swapped their typical summer break activities for science-based mystery-solving! Students got hands-on, interactive experience learning the ins and outs of public health and what it takes to keep our communities safe at the Disease Detectives summer enrichment program. #WeAreJCPS

📺 OUR KIDS PREVIEW | @mooremustangs correspondent Madalyn Neace gives us a preview of the July 2026 "Our Kids" show. ✅ Check it out! ⬇️ #WeAreJCPS

🚌 DOWNLOAD NOW | JCPS families will have a new tool to track their students' school bus for the 2026-27 school year. With My Ride K-12, you can see exactly where the bus is on a live map and get accurate, real-time ETAs sent straight to your phone. Download the app now, and mark your calendar to add your student to your account on July 27. jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2895007 #WeAreJCPS

🎉CONGRATULATIONS! Three veteran educational leaders have been named executive directors of success and resilience, school programming, and outreach and partnerships. Congratulations to: ⭐️Dr. Matt Anderson ⭐️Dr. Heather Benfield ⭐️Dr. Ronald Marshall STORY: jefferson.kyschools.us/article/3001930

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS! Barnard Baker will be the new executive officer of Communications & Community Relations, starting on July 6. STORY ➡️ jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2999721

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS! Shawn Wilson will be the new principal of Norton Commons Elementary School, and Dr. Erica Woolridge will lead the Diane Porter Preschool. STORY ➡️ jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2997208

📚 LITERACY | JCPS just wrapped up "Literacy &," where we connect standards-based literacy instruction to character-building opportunities like Tennis. Dr. Yearwood even stopped by to see students succeeding. Across all three sites, students showed an average growth of 20% based on pre- and post-reading assessment results. #WeAreJCPS

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS | JCPS has announced the appointment of six new elementary school principal supervisors! Congratulations to: 🌟 Desiree' Bush 🌟 Penny Espinosa 🌟 Courtney Grace 🌟 Dr. LaMesa Marks-Johns 🌟 Beth Palmer 🌟 Kimberly Slusher To learn more about the role and these new supervisors, visit the JCPS News page: jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2992701

🎓 SAT BOOT CAMP | Last week, 298 students representing 25 JCPS schools leveled up their futures at an intensive SAT Boot Camp! 📝 Thanks to a powerhouse partnership with @PeerPower901, high-quality test prep was delivered across 6 camp sites—including @Waggener_JCPS. Shoutout to these students for putting in the work and getting college-ready! 🚀 #WeAreJCPS

☀️ SUMMER MEALS | JCPS is providing nutritious meals to children at no cost through the summer months. For more information, check out the video, and click the link below! jefferson.kyschools.us/article/2935325 #WeAreJCPS