Anyone interested in golfing for EJMS, please see the attached info about an upcoming parent meeting.
Please welcome Mrs. Godbey to the Jaguar Family!
Hello! My name is Hailey Godbey, and I am excited to be joining EJMS as the Family and Consumer Science teacher. Family and Consumer Science is a subject I am very passionate about, and I look forward to helping students develop valuable life skills that they can use both now and in the future!
EJMS holds a special place in my heart, as it is where I attended middle school. I later graduated from Garrard County High School, earned my bachelor’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University, and am currently pursuing my master’s degree. For the past two years, I have had the privilege of teaching in Lincoln County, where I gained valuable experience in the Family and Consumer Science department.
Outside of the classroom, I enjoy cooking, sewing, reading, and spending time outdoors. Most importantly, I love making memories with my two-year-old son, Brooks, and spending time with my husband, Trent. We also have an old dog named Holly who tags along with us everywhere.
I am looking forward to an amazing year at EJMS!
Hello! My name is Hailey Godbey, and I am excited to be joining EJMS as the Family and Consumer Science teacher. Family and Consumer Science is a subject I am very passionate about, and I look forward to helping students develop valuable life skills that they can use both now and in the future!
EJMS holds a special place in my heart, as it is where I attended middle school. I later graduated from Garrard County High School, earned my bachelor’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University, and am currently pursuing my master’s degree. For the past two years, I have had the privilege of teaching in Lincoln County, where I gained valuable experience in the Family and Consumer Science department.
Outside of the classroom, I enjoy cooking, sewing, reading, and spending time outdoors. Most importantly, I love making memories with my two-year-old son, Brooks, and spending time with my husband, Trent. We also have an old dog named Holly who tags along with us everywhere.
I am looking forward to an amazing year at EJMS!
As we continue to welcome our new staff, let's hear it for Mrs. Rhodus!
My name is Erica Wilson Rhodus, and I am thrilled to be joining East Middle as a 6th Grade Math teacher. This marks my 10th year in Jessamine County Schools. I spent seven wonderful years at Wilmore Elementary, where I discovered my passion for teaching mathematics, followed by two years at Red Oak Elementary.
Over the past year, I worked to extend my certification to middle school mathematics because I have a genuine passion for both this content area and this age group. I am excited for the opportunity to help students grow in confidence, problem-solving, and mathematical thinking.
Outside of school, my family includes my husband, Billy; my son, Connor, who is a junior at West Jessamine High School; and our two dogs, Milo and Bear. When I'm not in the classroom, you can probably find me on a soccer field cheering on my favorite player!
I can't wait to meet my students and families and see all the opportunities this new journey will bring. It's going to be a great year!
Let's hear a warm Jaguar Welcome for Lain Hager, who will serve as the Youth Service Center Coordinator, beginning in the 2026-2027 school year!
I am incredibly excited to join the East Jessamine Middle School community and begin this role supporting students and families. As an East Jessamine High School alum (Class of 2016), I am grateful for the opportunity to give back to a community that has meant so much to me. Over the past four years, I have worked in prevention with New Vista, supporting youth and families through education and connection to resources. I am passionate about creating a supportive environment where students and families feel empowered, and I look forward to helping EJMS students thrive.
I am incredibly excited to join the East Jessamine Middle School community and begin this role supporting students and families. As an East Jessamine High School alum (Class of 2016), I am grateful for the opportunity to give back to a community that has meant so much to me. Over the past four years, I have worked in prevention with New Vista, supporting youth and families through education and connection to resources. I am passionate about creating a supportive environment where students and families feel empowered, and I look forward to helping EJMS students thrive.
Please welcome me in congratulating Stacy Amburgey as the next Assistant Principal at East Jessamine Middle School!
A note from Ms. Amburgey:
After twenty years of serving students, families, & staff at our school as a teacher and behavior coach, I look forward to stepping into the role as Assistant Principal because I believe the grass is green on our side when we invest in our people, build strong relationships, and work together toward a shared vision. This school already has so much to celebrate, and I look forward to supporting our students, staff, and families as we continue to grow, thrive, and create opportunities for success. Together, we will nurture a positive culture where everyone can flourish and take pride in the great things happening at East Jessamine Middle School.
A note from Ms. Amburgey:
After twenty years of serving students, families, & staff at our school as a teacher and behavior coach, I look forward to stepping into the role as Assistant Principal because I believe the grass is green on our side when we invest in our people, build strong relationships, and work together toward a shared vision. This school already has so much to celebrate, and I look forward to supporting our students, staff, and families as we continue to grow, thrive, and create opportunities for success. Together, we will nurture a positive culture where everyone can flourish and take pride in the great things happening at East Jessamine Middle School.
Summer is here and it's the perfect time to relax in the sun with a great book!
June 5th, from 10am-1pm, will be the first of several days and times the library will be open to current EJMS families to stop in and check out books. Make sure to check out our summer reading display for information on how to earn chances to enter drawings for special prizes for reading select titles!
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Please make sure students are accompanied by an adult and be on the lookout for more summer checkout opportunities
June 5th, from 10am-1pm, will be the first of several days and times the library will be open to current EJMS families to stop in and check out books. Make sure to check out our summer reading display for information on how to earn chances to enter drawings for special prizes for reading select titles!
#proudtoroar
Please make sure students are accompanied by an adult and be on the lookout for more summer checkout opportunities
We want to take another moment to celebrate our Classified Employee of the Year, Marla Byrd!
Marla’s kindness, dedication, and unwavering support make a difference in the lives of our students and staff every single day. She consistently goes above and beyond to help create the positive, welcoming culture that makes East Jessamine Middle School such a special place to learn and grow.
Her hard work often happens behind the scenes, but the impact she makes is seen and felt throughout our entire building. We are incredibly grateful for all she does for our Jaguar family. 💚🐾
Congratulations, Marla, and thank you for being such an important part of EJMS! #ProudToRoar
Marla’s kindness, dedication, and unwavering support make a difference in the lives of our students and staff every single day. She consistently goes above and beyond to help create the positive, welcoming culture that makes East Jessamine Middle School such a special place to learn and grow.
Her hard work often happens behind the scenes, but the impact she makes is seen and felt throughout our entire building. We are incredibly grateful for all she does for our Jaguar family. 💚🐾
Congratulations, Marla, and thank you for being such an important part of EJMS! #ProudToRoar
EJMS is hiring! Click on a link below to start an application! #proudtoroar
EJMS Special Education Paraprofessional & MSD Instructional Assistant: https://jessamine.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5741329
Family & Consumer Science Teacher: https://jessamine.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5714674
EJMS Special Education Paraprofessional & MSD Instructional Assistant: https://jessamine.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5741329
Family & Consumer Science Teacher: https://jessamine.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5714674
Congratulations to our May students of the month! Great work being Jaguars! 🐆 #proudtoroar
Hello EJMS Families and Friends -
It's hard to believe, but this is our last weekly update for the 2025-2026 school year! In five days our 8th graders will be high schoolers and our 6th and 7th graders will move up a grade level. It's been great to share what's happening at our school and keep you in the know with our newsletter. We'd love to hear your feedback about this publication, please take a moment to fill out our Jaguar Weekly feedback form to share your thoughts as we get ready for next year. We've got some fun things in store for these last five days at EJMS with the EJHS House reveal for our 8th graders today, field day and family games night tomorrow, and an exciting final game of matball with our winning student team vs. faculty and staff on Monday. And without further adieu, here's the LAST edition of the EJMS Jaguar Weekly for this school year.
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It's hard to believe, but this is our last weekly update for the 2025-2026 school year! In five days our 8th graders will be high schoolers and our 6th and 7th graders will move up a grade level. It's been great to share what's happening at our school and keep you in the know with our newsletter. We'd love to hear your feedback about this publication, please take a moment to fill out our Jaguar Weekly feedback form to share your thoughts as we get ready for next year. We've got some fun things in store for these last five days at EJMS with the EJHS House reveal for our 8th graders today, field day and family games night tomorrow, and an exciting final game of matball with our winning student team vs. faculty and staff on Monday. And without further adieu, here's the LAST edition of the EJMS Jaguar Weekly for this school year.
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Hello EJMS Family and Friends -
What a wonderful 8th grade recognition we had Friday evening! Thanks to the all the students and their families who came out to celebrate this milestone with us. This week and next week will both be four day weeks and then we have one more Monday and we're done. It's hard to believe the school year is almost over! Check out what's happening this week in our Jaguar Weekly.
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What a wonderful 8th grade recognition we had Friday evening! Thanks to the all the students and their families who came out to celebrate this milestone with us. This week and next week will both be four day weeks and then we have one more Monday and we're done. It's hard to believe the school year is almost over! Check out what's happening this week in our Jaguar Weekly.
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Celebrating almost 100 multilingual learners this morning! We are so proud of their hard work, dedication, and GROWTH! Way to go Jaguars! #proudtoroar 💙💚
Hello EJMS Family and Friends - We hope all of the mothers and mother figures in our students' lives had a wonderful Mother's Day weekend! We begin state testing this week and are so excited for our students to show what they know and how much they've grown this year. This week also begins with the spring choir concert and ends with 8th grade recognition on Friday night. It's going to be a great week to be a Jaguar and we can't wait to see our students and their families around the building as we celebrate. Find out about all of that and more in this edition of our weekly newsletter.
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We got to celebrate some of our 8th graders this week at Jaguar Excellence! Look at those smiling faces! Great work, Jags! #proudtoroar
Incoming 7th and 8th grader boys who are interested in playing soccer, see details in the flyer for an upcoming informational meeting! #proudtoroar
Happy School Nurse Day to one of the very best! Thank you, Nurse Erin, for all you do! We are beyond lucky to have you today and every day! #proudtoroar
Jenny Borders will be the next EJMS Head Principal! Congratulations to Mrs. Borders! #proudtoroar
Day 2 of Homeroom Wars: Team Up and Try Your Best! We loved seeing all the jerseys and sports gear! Great work Jags! Keep it up! Tomorrow is Bright Minds Shine, so get out those bright colors! #proudtoroar
SBDM Special Called Meeting at East Jessamine Middle School. Tuesday, May 5th at 4:15 in the EJMS library.
Homeroom Wars are well underway! Check out all these pictures from Monday's spirit Day: May the 4th Be With You! Get your gear ready for the rest of the week to help earn points for your homeroom! #proudtoroar
