Bullitt County Public Schools

🚨 IMPORTANT GRADUATION PARKING UPDATE 🚨 Graduation day is almost here, and we want every BCPS family to have a smooth arrival! Due to facility-wide construction and multiple large-scale events at the Kentucky Exposition Center, parking and access routes will be different than in years past. 🏗️ Major construction is happening around the Fair & Expo Center, including the closure of our usual graduate lineup area near the Pavilion and Lot K (see orange zone on the map). This will impact parking flow and walking distance for all three graduation sessions. 🚪 Gate 4 is OPEN! Good news: Gate 4 (2801 Crittenden Drive) is back open just in time and is your best access point. 🎢 Expect Crowds: Kentucky Kingdom is open and there are multiple tournaments happening this weekend, meaning lots will fill quickly. Be prepared to park further away than usual and walk a greater distance to the venue. 📍Parking Map: http://kyexpo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/KEC-HSGradParking-Map-v2.pdf 👟 Leave early. Wear comfortable shoes. This change is due to external logistics at the Expo Center, and we want to make sure every family has time to adjust and arrive safely.

🌟 Community Spotlight! 🌟 Today we're giving a huge shoutout to the Shepherdsville Fire Department for their incredible partnership with Mrs. Ackermann’s forensics class at Bernheim Middle! Thanks to their support, students are diving into real fire investigations and experiencing hands-on learning that’s engaging, exciting, and unforgettable. This collaboration is a powerful example of our Core Value Shared Accountability in action and highlights what it means to be a Productive Collaborator, a key Graduate Profile competency. Thank you for helping us bring real-world learning to life! 🚒👏 #BCPSSharedAccountability #BCPSProductiveCollaborator #CommunitySpotlight #MovingForward #BCPS

🚨 IMPORTANT GRADUATION PARKING UPDATE 🚨 Graduation day is almost here, and we want every BCPS family to have a smooth arrival! Due to facility-wide construction and multiple large-scale events at the Kentucky Exposition Center, parking and access routes will be different than in years past. 🏗️ Major construction is happening around the Fair & Expo Center, including the closure of our usual graduate lineup area near the Pavilion and Lot K (see orange zone on the map). This will impact parking flow and walking distance for all three graduation sessions. 🚪 Gate 4 is OPEN! Good news: Gate 4 (2801 Crittenden Drive) is back open just in time and is your best access point. 🎢 Expect Crowds: Kentucky Kingdom is open and there are multiple tournaments happening this weekend, meaning lots will fill quickly. Be prepared to park further away than usual and walk a greater distance to the venue. 📍Parking Map: http://kyexpo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/KEC-HSGradParking-Map-v2.pdf 👟 Leave early. Wear comfortable shoes. This change is due to external logistics at the Expo Center, and we want to make sure every family has time to adjust and arrive safely.

🌟 Student Spotlight: Blake & Hank 🌟 Blake and Hank exemplify what it means to be Mastery Learners! Both were selected to participate in the 2025 Kentucky Middle School All-State Band, an incredible accomplishment earned through a highly competitive audition process open to middle school band students across the state. Their dedication to their craft and commitment to excellence truly set them apart. Congratulations, Blake and Hank! 🎶💙 #MovingForward #BCPSMasteryLearner

Today, we honor and remember the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us of the values we hold dear: courage, service, and a commitment to something greater than ourselves. As we reflect on their legacy this Memorial Day, may we carry forward their example with gratitude and resolve. 📸: Photos courtesy of North Bullitt High School JROTC 🇺🇸 #MovingForward

💙 A big splash of kindness! 💦 Thank you to Mt. Washington Parks & Rec for donating 10 pool passes to support BCPS students experiencing homelessness through our McKinney-Vento program. For many of our students, summer opportunities like this aren’t just fun... they're essential. These passes offer a safe, active, and joyful space to connect with peers and experience a bit of normalcy during a challenging time. Your generosity reflects the spirit of #BCPSServiceBeforeSelf and supports our mission to inspire and equip all students to succeed in life, both in the classroom and beyond! #MovingForward #BCPSCommunityContributor

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Jennifer Phillips at Bullitt Alternative Center 🌟 Mrs. Phillips truly lives out Students Matter Most! She has gone above and beyond to launch a powerful Leadership Academy that gives students meaningful opportunities to give back: partnering with the animal shelter, Little Flock food pantry, Shepherdsville Elementary, the Colonial House, and more. She also coordinated an impactful visit from Quinton Higgins, empowering Specialized Programs students with a powerful message about resilience and making positive choices. Mrs. Phillips is making a lasting difference, and we are so thankful for her dedication to helping students grow into confident, compassionate leaders. 💙👏 #MovingForward #BCPSStudentsMatterMost

🎉 At our May Board of Education meeting, we had the honor of celebrating some incredible members of the BCPS family! 👏 Melissa Hensley was recognized for her unwavering pride, dedication, and leadership in the cafeteria. She consistently steps up to support her team and lead by example! #BCPSServiceBeforeSelf 🎶 Hats off to Hank Hayes and Blake Baker for earning a coveted spot in the 2025 Kentucky Middle School All-State Band! Your musical excellence and commitment are shining examples of what it means to be #BCPSMasteryLearners and #BCPSSelfDirectedNavigators. We are so proud of these individuals who continue to inspire, lead, and show us what it means to be #MovingForward together!

📚 Calling all future Kindergarten families! 🎒 Is your child starting Kindergarten at BCPS this fall? They’re eligible for our FREE Summer Reading Academy through Waterford Early Learning! ✅ 150 spots available ✅ Runs June 9 – August 1 ✅ Online, adaptive reading program ✅ 15 minutes a day at home ✅ Personalized support from a BCPS Coach This award-winning program helps our youngest learners build confidence and essential early literacy skills before the first day of school. Let’s set them up for a strong start! 🚀 🔗 Visit the website to register. Spots will go fast! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSch2pNcJF39tD6xnKAuyZhea2ZnKFcx6wceVBdNmAjQj3FBOA/viewform #MovingForward #BCPSFutureFocused #BCPSMasteryLearner #BCPSSelfDirectedNavigator

📣 Are YOU ready to serve? School-Based Decision Making (SBDM) Councils are more than just a requirement. They’re a reflection of what we value most in BCPS: shared leadership, family voice, and a commitment to student success. Whether you're a returning member or newly elected, your role in shaping school policies and supporting learning environments is vital. 🧠 New members must complete 6 hours of SBDM 101 🔁 Experienced members complete 3 hours of update training 📆 Deadlines vary, so register early to stay on track! 📍 Questions? Contact Angie Troutman or Adrienne Usher Let’s lead together. #MovingForward #SBDM #StrongerTogether #SharedLeadership

Bullitt County Public Schools is seeking student, staff, parent, and community input as we develop the final criteria we will use to select the next District Preschool Coordinator. The hiring committee has agreed to the following, but we would like your feedback for further criteria that we should be seeking in the next coordinator. The survey will close on Friday, May 23rd at 4:30 PM. We appreciate you taking the time to give us input...thank you! https://www.google.com/url?q=https://forms.gle/WT1onHEZz1SQDc2b6&source=gmail&ust=1747864759730000&usg=AOvVaw3qiOV_YU4y4Qoxp_Awqcy8&rct=i

🚐✨ Big news from last night’s board meeting! BCPS is receiving $82,000 from a grant awarded to Metro United Way by Ford Philanthropy to support students experiencing homelessness. Funds will help remove barriers like transportation and boost academic success for up to 500 students. We’re deeply grateful to Ford and Metro United Way for investing in brighter futures across Bullitt County. 💛 Read the full story here: https://www.bullittschools.org/article/2182499 #MovingForward #BCPSStudentsMatterMost

🌟 Student Spotlight: Emmylou 🌟 Emmylou is a shining example of a Community Contributor! She goes above and beyond to support the MSD classroom at her school, creating special activities and building meaningful connections with students. Her kindness, compassion, and initiative ensure that every student feels included and valued. Emmylou’s efforts have made a lasting impact on the Brooks community, and we’re so grateful for the love and care she brings to our school each day! 💙 #MovingForward #BCPSCommunityContributor

Post 2/2 🎉 Huge congratulations to our BCPS students selected for the 2025 Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program! These incredible students exemplify the spirit of our Graduate Profile: leading with innovation, collaboration, and determination. We can’t wait to honor them at an upcoming Board of Education meeting! 👏 Read More: https://www.bullittschools.org/article/2200070 #MovingForward #BCPSSelfDirectedNavigator #BCPSInnovativeProblemSolver #BCPSEffectiveCommunicator

Post 1/2 🎉 Huge congratulations to our BCPS students selected for the 2025 Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program! These incredible students exemplify the spirit of our Graduate Profile: leading with innovation, collaboration, and determination. We can’t wait to honor them at an upcoming Board of Education meeting! 👏 Read More: https://www.bullittschools.org/article/2200070 #MovingForward #BCPSSelfDirectedNavigator #BCPSInnovativeProblemSolver #BCPSEffectiveCommunicator

💫 For our last Beyond the Bell of the school year, we're shining a light on someone truly special: Jenna Blain, teacher at Pleasant Grove Elementary. Jenna walked in the Kentucky Oaks Survivor Parade earlier this month, an incredible moment that reflects the strength, grace, and hope she’s carried through her cancer journey this past year. Through it all, she’s stayed grounded in what she loves most: her students, her school family, and the joy of teaching. We’re so grateful to Jenna for sharing her story, and for reminding us what resilience really looks like. 💛 https://youtu.be/NI5cJgA5VfE #BeyondTheBell #TeamBCPS #SurvivorStrong #MovingForward

Today is National Speech Pathologist Day, and we are proud to recognize the incredible professionals who help our students find their voices and the confidence to use them. Our speech-language pathologists play a critical role in student success, supporting communication skills that empower learning, connection, and self-advocacy. Their work reflects the heart of our Graduate Profile by helping students grow as Effective Communicators and Mastery Learners. Thank you to every BCPS speech-language pathologist for your expertise, your patience, and your unwavering belief in each student’s potential. #BCPSEffectiveCommunicator #BCPSMasteryLearner #MovingForward

Summer just got a little brighter! ☀️ BCPS is proud to launch our annual SUN meals program (formerly known as the Summer Feeding Program) to help keep kids fed all summer long! This year, we’re offering free 7-day meal packs for kids 19 and under through a new non-congregate service model. 📦 Pick-up every Tuesday from 5–6:30pm 📍 Cedar Grove • Lebanon Junction • Nichols 📝 Registration required! 🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBke7y_D2uNbfKhTVVcD5w9m6pyZyOsinZlNy6s20dhrxx_g/viewform We’re committed to keeping bellies full and futures bright. Visit our website to learn more! 🔗 https://www.bullittschools.org/article/2216050 #BCPSServiceBeforeSelf #BCPSStudentsMatterMost #MovingForward

🚨 Event Postponed Due to Impending Weather 🚨 For the safety of our students, families, and staff, tomorrow evening’s event is postponed due to the forecast of severe weather between 5 PM and midnight. We plan to reschedule this event in the fall as a Back-to-School celebration for our high school students. Thank you for your understanding. #MovingForward

🚨 COMMUNITY IN ACTION 🚨 Last night’s Youth Vaping Town Hall was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when families, educators, health leaders, and students come together. 💬💙 We heard from experts, youth advocates, and community members who are passionate about protecting the health and future of our young people. Thank you to everyone who showed up, spoke up, and stepped up. Together, we’re building safer, healthier communities for our students. #MovingForward #BCPSServiceBeforeSelf #BCPSCommunityContributor