Ms. Henrick leverages thinking maps within her high quality instructional resource (HQIR) Open Sci Ed. This double bubble map helps create instructional routines and predictability that empower academic risk taking.
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
We are excited to announce Tim Wix, Special Education Teacher at The Providence School (TPS), as the recipient of the High School Outstanding Special Educator of the Year award. Tim is a dedicated leader and Math instructor at TPS, who motivates students to recognize their potential and provides them with the necessary support to achieve success. Tim has collaborated with other special educators to create and implement co-teaching structures, enabling students to thrive in their learning. Please join us in congratulating this deserving special educator.
We couldn't resist the urge to stop and stare at Ms. Story's door in the Trailblazer hallway at West Middle. It's a showstopper!
West High students in Mr. Mosher's ASL class visited JELV this week, where they taught the students to sign the book "Brown Bear" by Bill Martin and Eric Carle. After they taught the signs, students led a game of BINGO to reinforce the vocabulary. It was an excellent example of multi-building staff collaboration that directly benefited students from both schools!
Elementary Teacher Leaders present how they've impacted student learning through Professional Learning Communities. We are so proud of our school leadership teams. #JCSTLN #collectiveteacherefficacy
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
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. Thank you for all you do, Matt!
Check out TPS's Lesley Gilpin in Kentucky Teacher! We're so proud of her accomplishment of being the first person in Kentucky to earn National School Social Worker Certification. Congratulations, Lesley, you make an immeasurable positive impact on our students!
https://www.kentuckyteacher.org/features/2024/03/jessamine-county-counselor-attains-national-certified-school-social-worker-certification/?fbclid=IwAR1-kD6cBPCmkFu6U263smrVu-qQFOzAw01cAcCTX_KQdh-sEKgABrvQHQE
Ms. Figg and Ms. Mulcahy lead shared reading instruction @ RDES. We love how they sequence student responses to correct misconceptions and push students to explain their thinking
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
Shenanigans at NES for Wacky Wednesday - crazy clothes and a visit from Snarg and Dr. Kathy Fields!
WES Celebrates the graduate profile attributes of individual students in the intermediate hallway.
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
Our high school juniors are preparing to take the ACT next Tuesday. This morning, CRA Kelly Helton trains EJHS Social Studies teachers on test administration.
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
Congratulations to the Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School Teacher of the Year Samantha Orange! Described as a teacher with an endless amount of patience, Mrs. Orange supports her students with individualized instruction and provides unique and creative ways to have fun while they learn. She is so deserving of this honor and we're proud that she's a part of our district family! #WeAreJessamine
NES peeps are spreading the love during kindness week.
During March, Athletic Trainers across America are being recognized for their commitment to helping people prevent injuries, stay healthy and active. As health care professionals, they are highly educated and dedicated to the job at hand. Athletic trainers are found in high schools and colleges, corporations, professional sports, the military, performing arts, clinics, hospitals and physician offices.
Jessamine County Schools would like to salute our athletic trainers for their essential role in providing quality health care for our student athletes every day. Thank You and Happy National Athletic Training Month! #NATM24 #FromHeadtoToe
Teachers, interventionists, administrators, coaches and psychologist removing barriers to learning for students. #RDES #RtI
