We have excellent teachers and we can't wait to celebrate them! Jessamine County Schools is proud to sponsor school level Teacher of the Year and district level Excellence in Education Awards. As a result of this process a Teacher of the Year will selected by each school and a district selection committee will then begin the process of identifying one Excellence in Education winner in each school category, elementary, middle, and high.
Please use the link below to nominate a teacher. All nominations are due by January 31st, 2025 at 5pm.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcX8sjha7rjfAKmGO--pstaHVscOpoYOf3Qu7EdMypCjdOYw/viewform
This week is packed with exciting athletic events! Come out and support our amazing student athletes as they compete. Go Colts!
Attention Seniors & Senior Families:
Tuesday, January 14th we will host a FAFSA night to help with those of you who may have questions about the FAFSA and to help you complete your applications if you have not done so already. Plan on attending? Click the link to RSVP! https://forms.gle/R7K36JJEJUF14i876
The Colts defeated the Burgin Bulldogs tonight and officially unveiled our video display board- for advertisements, player spotlights, and fan interactions.
Thank you to our board sponsors for making this possible. See below for in game sponsorship information.
Go Colts!
Is your student looking to play at the next level? Let us help you navigate the process. Check out these JCS seminars in the coming weeks.
Late and long post, but we wanted to highlight these students!
Congratulations to our students who were recognized Friday, December 18th at our Fall Graduate Profile Recognition Breakfast! These students were nominated by staff for their efforts in demonstrating one or more of the JCS Graduate Profile attributes of Work Ethic, Responsibility, Connected Citizenship, Communication, and Critical Thinking. Additionally, we recognized the work ethic of our students on the Academic Wall of Fame.
Students were able to hear Eli Cox speak to them about these attributes and how they will help them in their lives. Eli is a former WJHS graduate, UK Football Player, and has entered the NFL draft for the coming year.
Some of our favorite advice he gave the students: Be where your feet are. Consistent effort will set you apart. Take ownership of your actions. Ask yourself each day what you are doing to make yourself better. Congratulations, Colts. You are putting forth effort each day to set yourself apart and work towards success. We are proud of you!
Reminder, Colts! No NTI work tomorrow as it is a traditional snow day! Enjoy!
Happy New Year, Colts! 🎉 Wishing everyone a successful and joyful 2025 filled with learning, growth, and exciting new adventures. We'll see everyone back Tuesday, January 7th! Enjoy the rest of your break.
Congrats to the Lady Colts for dominating the Defender Classic, this weekend!
Claire and Kim with all tournament team honors and Isabella was recognized as the tournament MVP.
Go Colts!
Wrapping up our Fall 2024 semester with a PBIS incentive! Inflatable obstacle course, pop a shot, soccer darts, a slide, and a really yummy cake walk were just what we needed heading into the winter break! Have a good two weeks, Colts! See ya in 2025!
79 kids will receive Angel Tree gifts from West High this Christmas. Thank you faculty, staff, and students for your generosity! Merry Christmas!
Congratulations to the WJHS E-Sports 2025 State Runner-Up! Way to go, Colts!
Get ready for a festive showdown! ❄️Winter Wonderland vs. Candy Cane🔴⚪️
Which side will you choose? Dress up in your best winter wonderland or candy cane attire. Let's see who can bring the most holiday cheer!
Our annual WJHS Gingerbread House Competition took place yesterday and the Math department took the W this year! Until next year!
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Christmas Character day at West High...
"Bye Buddy, I hope you find your Dad!"
Cookies, creativity, and community! 🍪 The Sources of Strength Club hosted their annual cookie decorating event. Students look forward to this every year and we love to see them having fun and enjoying time with their peers! Plus, who doesn't love free cookies? 💙❤️
A Christmas twist, a holiday sight,
Dress as your favorite, shining bright.
Grinch💚, Rudolph🔴, or Santa🎅, so jolly and sweet,
Let’s celebrate the season, head to toe, complete!
Thursday's theme is "Dress Up as Your Favorite Holiday Character"! Let's see what you've got!
Mrs. William's 1st period Financial Algebra concluded their stock pitch competition this morning. The final 3 groups of- Margaret/Stella, Ava/Samira, and Noah/Dylan each presented their pitch to students and judges. Congrats to Margaret and Stella for winning the 1st Place $600 scholarship. These stocks, combined with the others from the class, will now enter the WJHS portfolio for investment of our 100k donation, with the growth going toward senior scholarships. Thank you Julia Williams and Quint Tatro for facilitating this class. Check out the full story on LEX 18 at 7:00 tonight. Well done Colts!
It's a tropical Christmas! 🌴🎄 Wednesday's holiday spirit week theme is Christmas in July:! Aloha! 🌺
