We are excited to welcome Officer Jason Dials to the Johnson County Schools Police Force!
Officer Dials brings 23 years of law enforcement experience to our district. A retired Kentucky State Police Trooper, he spent much of his career as a detective, including nearly a decade serving on the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. Throughout his career, he has also presented educational programs to schools across Eastern Kentucky and served as a School Resource Officer with the Paintsville Police Department and an investigator with the Kentucky Department of Insurance Fraud Investigations.
His distinguished career includes being named Detective of the Year three times, receiving the Citation of Bravery Award, and being recognized as a Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky Champion for Children.
Officer Dials holds a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Teaching (Social Studies) at Morehead State University.
Please join us in welcoming Officer Dials as he begins this new chapter serving and protecting the students, staff, and families of the Johnson County School District. We are proud to have him as part of the Golden Eagle Family!
Officer Dials brings 23 years of law enforcement experience to our district. A retired Kentucky State Police Trooper, he spent much of his career as a detective, including nearly a decade serving on the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. Throughout his career, he has also presented educational programs to schools across Eastern Kentucky and served as a School Resource Officer with the Paintsville Police Department and an investigator with the Kentucky Department of Insurance Fraud Investigations.
His distinguished career includes being named Detective of the Year three times, receiving the Citation of Bravery Award, and being recognized as a Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky Champion for Children.
Officer Dials holds a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Teaching (Social Studies) at Morehead State University.
Please join us in welcoming Officer Dials as he begins this new chapter serving and protecting the students, staff, and families of the Johnson County School District. We are proud to have him as part of the Golden Eagle Family!
WELCOME BACK Johnson County Staff! We can't wait to see all our JC School Family @ Opening Day!
Welcome Back, Golden Eagles!
We are excited to welcome our students, staff, families, and community partners to the Johnson County School District for the start of another outstanding school year.
On Thursday, August 6, our classrooms will once again be filled with learning, laughter, and opportunities to grow. Thank you for helping make our schools a place where every child is supported, challenged, and inspired to succeed.
Together, let's make this school year one to remember. We can't wait to see our Golden Eagle Family on August 6!
We are excited to welcome our students, staff, families, and community partners to the Johnson County School District for the start of another outstanding school year.
On Thursday, August 6, our classrooms will once again be filled with learning, laughter, and opportunities to grow. Thank you for helping make our schools a place where every child is supported, challenged, and inspired to succeed.
Together, let's make this school year one to remember. We can't wait to see our Golden Eagle Family on August 6!
Central Elementary Staff Invest in Excellence at the Innovative Schools Summit
Central Elementary is proud to have educators Rhonda Vanhoose, Kathleen Burchett, and Dustin Blair representing Johnson County Schools at the Innovative Schools Summit in Nashville, Tennessee. Throughout the conference, they participated in professional learning sessions led by nationally recognized educators, gaining innovative strategies to enhance student engagement, strengthen classroom culture, and improve academic achievement.
A highlight of the summit was attending a session with renowned educator Ron Clark, founder of the Ron Clark Academy and author of Move Your Bus and Be 1% Better. Clark inspired educators with powerful stories and practical strategies focused on building meaningful relationships, creating high expectations, and motivating every student to reach their fullest potential.
The knowledge and ideas gained at the summit will have a lasting impact as these educators bring fresh, research-based practices back to Central Elementary. Their commitment to continuous learning reflects Johnson County Schools’ dedication to providing students with engaging, innovative, and high-quality educational experiences.
We are proud of these educators for representing Central Elementary and for their commitment to growing as professionals so they can continue making a difference in the lives of our students.
Central Elementary is proud to have educators Rhonda Vanhoose, Kathleen Burchett, and Dustin Blair representing Johnson County Schools at the Innovative Schools Summit in Nashville, Tennessee. Throughout the conference, they participated in professional learning sessions led by nationally recognized educators, gaining innovative strategies to enhance student engagement, strengthen classroom culture, and improve academic achievement.
A highlight of the summit was attending a session with renowned educator Ron Clark, founder of the Ron Clark Academy and author of Move Your Bus and Be 1% Better. Clark inspired educators with powerful stories and practical strategies focused on building meaningful relationships, creating high expectations, and motivating every student to reach their fullest potential.
The knowledge and ideas gained at the summit will have a lasting impact as these educators bring fresh, research-based practices back to Central Elementary. Their commitment to continuous learning reflects Johnson County Schools’ dedication to providing students with engaging, innovative, and high-quality educational experiences.
We are proud of these educators for representing Central Elementary and for their commitment to growing as professionals so they can continue making a difference in the lives of our students.
Celebrating EMPOWER Academy!
We loved welcoming our incoming kindergarten, 6th-, 7th-, and 9th-grade students and families to EMPOWER Academy across Johnson County Schools!
Students and families had the opportunity to meet teachers, explore their new schools, ask questions, and make connections before the first day.
Thank you to everyone who helped make EMPOWER Academy possible and created such a warm welcome for our students and families!
We can’t wait to welcome our Golden Eagles back on August 6!
We loved welcoming our incoming kindergarten, 6th-, 7th-, and 9th-grade students and families to EMPOWER Academy across Johnson County Schools!
Students and families had the opportunity to meet teachers, explore their new schools, ask questions, and make connections before the first day.
Thank you to everyone who helped make EMPOWER Academy possible and created such a warm welcome for our students and families!
We can’t wait to welcome our Golden Eagles back on August 6!
Congratulations to Ms. Allison Caudill!
Johnson County Schools is excited to announce that Allison Caudill has been selected as the Community School Coordinator and Digital Learning Instructional Coach at Johnson County Middle School.
We are excited to have Allison step into this role as she works to support students, families, staff, and instruction at JCMS.
Congratulations, Allison!
Johnson County Schools is excited to announce that Allison Caudill has been selected as the Community School Coordinator and Digital Learning Instructional Coach at Johnson County Middle School.
We are excited to have Allison step into this role as she works to support students, families, staff, and instruction at JCMS.
Congratulations, Allison!
Johnson County Schools -Upcoming Professional Learning
July 27–31
Register in Teachpoint!
Kentucky’s new School Bus Safety Law is now in effect. Please take a moment to review these important changes and help us keep our students safe on the road.
Slow down. Stay alert. Know when to stop. A few extra seconds can save a life.
Slow down. Stay alert. Know when to stop. A few extra seconds can save a life.
Be sure to check out our updated PD information here at Johnson County Schools!
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225+ educators.
40+ presenters.
13 school districts represented.
One incredible day of learning, sharing, and collaboration across Eastern Kentucky!
THANK YOU to everyone who presented, participated, partnered, sponsored, volunteered, and helped make Eastern KY TeachMeet such a success.
Special thanks and photo credit to KVEC’s Holler Boys for capturing the energy, excitement, and memorable moments of Eastern KY TeachMeet!
Eastern Kentucky educators truly showed up—and showed out!
40+ presenters.
13 school districts represented.
One incredible day of learning, sharing, and collaboration across Eastern Kentucky!
THANK YOU to everyone who presented, participated, partnered, sponsored, volunteered, and helped make Eastern KY TeachMeet such a success.
Special thanks and photo credit to KVEC’s Holler Boys for capturing the energy, excitement, and memorable moments of Eastern KY TeachMeet!
Eastern Kentucky educators truly showed up—and showed out!
ARH continues free sports physicals July 20th-22nd & July 31st!
Please see flyer attached for locations/times.
Please have pages 1,2,5, & 6 filled out prior to arrival!
Link to forms:
https://khsaa.org/.../ge04-total...
https://khsaa.org/.../ms01-total...
If you have a child who is going to be playing a sport any any time throught the year now is the time to get a physical completed. They are good for one year from date of completion.
Please see flyer attached for locations/times.
Please have pages 1,2,5, & 6 filled out prior to arrival!
Link to forms:
https://khsaa.org/.../ge04-total...
https://khsaa.org/.../ms01-total...
If you have a child who is going to be playing a sport any any time throught the year now is the time to get a physical completed. They are good for one year from date of completion.
Last Week for Summer Meals!
This is the final week of our Summer Meals Program! If your child has been participating, be sure to stop by and pick up meals before the program ends.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this summer a success by ensuring our students had access to nutritious meals while school was out.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back for a great school year soon!
This is the final week of our Summer Meals Program! If your child has been participating, be sure to stop by and pick up meals before the program ends.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this summer a success by ensuring our students had access to nutritious meals while school was out.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back for a great school year soon!
Presenter Spotlight! Keily Musick will share engaging strategies to inspire and excite your youngest learners. Join more than 250 educators already registered and 40+ presenters sharing ideas that make a difference. There's still time to register and attend Eastern KY TeachMeet on July 20!
Presenter Spotlight! Join Mandie Ballman to learn how the KAST Outreach Grant can bring new opportunities to your students and school. See you July 20 at Eastern KY TeachMeet!
Presenter Spotlight! Mellanie Hicks will share practical vocabulary strategies that keep words from becoming "wallpaper" and help students make lasting connections. See you July 20 at Eastern KY TeachMeet!
Only 3 More Days Until Eastern KY TeachMeet!
Join KDE's Jeff Subulsky for "Build an AI Coach for Student Projects," where you'll discover practical ways to use AI to support student learning and project-based instruction.
Don't forget to preorder your lunch before the event, and we'll see you on July 20 at Porter Elementary!
Join KDE's Jeff Subulsky for "Build an AI Coach for Student Projects," where you'll discover practical ways to use AI to support student learning and project-based instruction.
Don't forget to preorder your lunch before the event, and we'll see you on July 20 at Porter Elementary!
See you Monday at Eastern KY TeachMeet! Registration opens at 8:30 a.m., with the Welcome Session at 9:00 a.m. in the Porter Elementary Gym. Be sure to catch Megan Dials' presentation, "Using SNORKL to Bring HQIR to Life: Making Thinking Visible." It's going to be a great day of sharing ideas that make a difference!
Congratulations, Mr. Blackburn!
Johnson County Schools is proud to recognize Central Elementary's Brian Blackburn as he completes an intensive week-long Kagan Trainer Certification course. Pictured with Dr. Spencer Kagan, founder of Kagan Cooperative Learning, Mr. Blackburn has dedicated the week to deepening his expertise in high-impact instructional strategies that promote student engagement, collaboration, and achievement.
We are incredibly proud of Mr. Blackburn's commitment to professional growth and to bringing The Gold Standard of teaching and learning back to our students and staff.
Way to go, Mr. Blackburn!
Johnson County Schools is proud to recognize Central Elementary's Brian Blackburn as he completes an intensive week-long Kagan Trainer Certification course. Pictured with Dr. Spencer Kagan, founder of Kagan Cooperative Learning, Mr. Blackburn has dedicated the week to deepening his expertise in high-impact instructional strategies that promote student engagement, collaboration, and achievement.
We are incredibly proud of Mr. Blackburn's commitment to professional growth and to bringing The Gold Standard of teaching and learning back to our students and staff.
Way to go, Mr. Blackburn!
Leading the Way to Lighthouse!
Join us at Eastern KY TeachMeet as Paige Caudill, Sharon Davis, and Stacey Kretzer for "Leading the Way to Lighthouse in Middle School."
Discover how intentional leadership practices, student empowerment, and the Leader in Me framework can transform school culture and support the journey to Lighthouse certification.
The welcome session begins at 9:00 a.m. in the Porter Elementary Gym. Following the welcome, attendees will transition to breakout sessions,.
We look forward to seeing you for a day of learning, collaboration, and professional growth!
Join us at Eastern KY TeachMeet as Paige Caudill, Sharon Davis, and Stacey Kretzer for "Leading the Way to Lighthouse in Middle School."
Discover how intentional leadership practices, student empowerment, and the Leader in Me framework can transform school culture and support the journey to Lighthouse certification.
The welcome session begins at 9:00 a.m. in the Porter Elementary Gym. Following the welcome, attendees will transition to breakout sessions,.
We look forward to seeing you for a day of learning, collaboration, and professional growth!
Eastern KY TeachMeet – There's Still Time to Join Us!
Join us July 20 at Porter Elementary for Eastern KY TeachMeet!
The day begins with a Welcome Session at 9:00 a.m. in the Porter Elementary Gym before participants head to their selected sessions.
Presenting? If you haven't registered your session yet, it's not too late! Go ahead and register—we'll be happy to add you to the schedule.
Attending? Registration is still open, so reserve your spot today!
Don't forget to preorder your lunch using the QR code. Door prizes will be awarded during lunch and again at the end of the day, and you must be present to win.
We look forward to a day filled with learning, collaboration, and sharing great ideas with educators from across Eastern Kentucky.
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