1) PER KENTUCKY STATE LAW, if your students shows up late for school, a parent/guardian must sign them in. Please walk your child inside and sign them in. Thank you!
2) The last day of school has been rescheduled to May 21. Therefore, the 8th Grade Dance has been scheduled for May 15. Please remember that this is not a formal or mini-prom. Therefore, formal wear, hair, nails, and makeup are not expected or required.
3) Site‑Based Decision Making (SBDM) Parent Nominations
We are currently accepting parent nominations for our Site‑Based Decision Making (SBDM) Council. Parent nominations are due by Friday, April 24, and parent elections will take place May 5–10. The Site‑Based Council is made up of teachers, parents, and the principal and meets once a month after school. The council is responsible for setting school policy and making decisions outlined in state statute, all with the goal of providing an environment that supports and enhances student achievement. We strongly encourage parents to consider serving in this important leadership role. Nominations should be sent to kristin.atterberry@hardin.kyschools.us
4) Month of the Military Child – Purple Day -April 20
April is the Month of the Military Child, and we will be recognizing this on Monday, April 20. We ask that students and staff wear purple on this day. Purple represents all branches of the military by combining their official colors—Army green, Air Force blue, Navy blue, Marine red, and Coast Guard blue. Let’s turn JTA into a sea of purple to show our military children how much they are seen, supported, and appreciated.
5) Defenses of Learning – Tuesday, April 21
Defenses of Learning will take place on Tuesday, April 21. This is an opportunity for students to reflect on their learning and growth throughout the year and to show that they are more than a test score. Students in all grades will present on three of the five Portrait of a Learner competencies. We would also like to remind families that students wishing to attend Holiday World must complete a successful Defense of Learning. Students are encouraged to dress for success on this day.
6) KSA Testing – April 30 through May 8
During this important testing window, we greatly appreciate families ensuring strong attendance. If possible, we ask that appointments be scheduled after noon during testing days. This helps us avoid having to pull students from testing and allows them to perform their best. Thank you for helping us create the best possible testing environment for our students.
7) 8th Grade Cookout
This field trip is scheduled for May 20. If you would like to donate items for this event, please fill out the form here. If you have questions, please reach out to Mrs. Howell at madison.howell@hardin.kyschools.us. slips will be sent home closer to the event.
8) Staff Appreciation Week – May 4–8
We are looking forward to celebrating our outstanding staff during Staff Appreciation Week. Families who are able to help may sign up to donate items using the link below:
Staff Appreciation Sign‑Up
If donating items isn’t an option but you'd still like to help, monetary donations can be made here:
Donations for Staff Appreciation
9) Field Day Volunteers – May 18
Field Day will be held on May 18, and we are looking for parents willing to volunteer. Please note that this is an all‑day commitment, but it’s also a fun and rewarding way to support our students. Parents interested in volunteering should contact Jenny Stuecker at jenny.stuecker@hardin.kyschools.us
