Spencer County High School

Happy Friday, Bears! Here is this week's newsletter. Have a great weekend and Go Bears! https://www.canva.com/design/DAE9-3j2MTA/0XyvXT8Ji1kqd8VOBH9V3g/view?utm_content=DAE9-3j2MTA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h6e1a6d4ffd

The Spencer County Public Schools’ Board of Education is accepting applications for the official role of Student Board Member. The appointed Student Board Member shall participate in training on the roles and responsibilities of being a Board Member. Applications are Due: May 1, 2025. Application link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PeDiZLWDiHcNVlCRg8GFGYbJ_-WpD5Z08NqjsPFeJH4/edit?usp=sharing

Spencer County Community; Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as our county continues to deal with the recent flooding and its impact across our community. We know that many of you are dealing with flood waters and impact to your properties. 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. While the water has receded significantly, we recognize that conditions in some areas are still not back to normal. Things won’t be perfect, and we ask for your continued flexibility and grace as we resume school. If your family is experiencing a specific issue related to bus pickup or drop-off due to remaining road conditions, please don’t hesitate to contact our Transportation Department at (502) 477-0006. Our Transportation Team is ready to work with you individually to support safe and reliable transportation for all students. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back into classrooms tomorrow. Sincerely, Dr. Willie Foster Superintendent Spencer County Public Schools

Spencer County Community; This message serves as a reminder that tomorrow, Monday, April 7, 2025, is a non-school day for Spencer County students. This day is a designated Professional Development Day, already included in our calendar. We also want to update you about the recent rain and flooding event and its potential impact on school operations for Tuesday, April 8, 2025. We will continue to evaluate conditions this evening and tomorrow, including staffing availability, the safety and accessibility of our school buildings, and the status of bus routes. 𝐖𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐲 𝟔:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟕𝐭𝐡, if there are any changes to the school schedule for Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Please monitor your email, our district website and app, and official social media channels for these updates. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we prioritize our students and staff's safety and well-being. Best, Willie Foster

Our SCHS Culinary Arts students had the privilege of catering lunch for members of the Spencer County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, 3/20/25. The luncheon featured special guest, Kentucky Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman. As always, Mrs. Roberts and her students did a wonderful job showcasing their talents to the community. Keep making us proud!

Good luck to our band as they head to North Oldham High School tomorrow for the KMEA Band Assessment! This is their biggest event of the year, so be sure to cheer them on and wish them nothing but success!

🥧 Happy Pi Day, SCHS! 🥧 Our seniors put the pi in pie this year with a fun (and messy!) fundraiser! Students donated to see which teachers would take a pie to the face, and the top six were Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan, Mr. Eier, Mrs. Peters, Coach Dill, and Coach Burns! 🎯🥧 Huge thanks to them for being great sports and to Mrs. Cook for helping make this fundraiser happen—hopefully the start of a new tradition! Pi Day is also a day in which we honor old traditions, and we’re grateful to Mrs. Roberts and her Culinary 2 class for continuing one that meant so much to our school. For years, Mrs. Baldock, a beloved SCHS math teacher, would bring pies to teachers on Pi Day, spreading kindness with each delivery. Though she passed away in August 2022, her legacy lives on through this sweet tradition. 🩵 Here’s to math, memories, and lots of pie!

It’s time for another work-based learning shout-out and this one belongs to Angelica Solis Balboa! Angelica is a senior at SCHS who plans to attend Jefferson Community and Technical College (JCTC) after graduation. As a student employee for the district’s School Nutrition Department, she works alongside the SCHS cafeteria staff daily to prep items needed for the current and following days’ menus. She also assists with serving students and staff on the lines during lunch periods. "Angelica has been a wonderful asset to our cafeteria team. She comes in with her sleeves rolled up ready to go. She goes above and beyond in all her duties. Angelica is always on time, working very hard at everything she does, while always having a positive attitude and a smile on her face! She is always willing to help anyone and do whatever needs to be done. She constantly stays busy. We are very lucky to have such an amazing student worker! " – Amanda Chesser, SCHS Cafeteria Manager Keep up the great work, Angelica! #TogetherWeCan

Did you know that SCHS has a newly-formed Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO)? If you will be the parent of a student at SCHS next year, come join us for more information about how to get involved!

Recently, our Health Science Certification classes visited SCES and TES (pictured) to host the Teddy Bear Clinic, an event designed for kindergarten and first-grade students. This hands-on experience helps young children feel more comfortable with medical equipment and procedures, easing any fears they may have about visiting the doctor. It also provides our students with the opportunity to apply their healthcare knowledge, collaborate with their peers, and engage with our younger community. We love seeing these meaningful connections between schools!

Dear Parents and Guardians, As we approach the close of our second full week of school since December, I want to take a moment to address two important topics: student behavior on the school bus and the submission of transportation notes. I have received a significant increase in student misconduct reports regarding behavior on the bus. It is essential to remind our students that the same rules that apply in the classroom also apply on the school bus, as it is still considered school property. I ask for your assistance in reinforcing positive behavior with your child to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all students during their bus ride. Transportation Notes: 1. Deadlines & Written Requests: Any time a student's transportation must change, we require it in writing. Please submit all transportation notes to your child's school no later than 1:30 PM to allow our school personnel sufficient time to review them before dismissal. If a note is turned in after the deadline, it may be denied. 2. Submission Process: We request that all transportation notes be emailed directly to the designated address associated with your child’s school. This will ensure immediate receipt and response, greatly reducing the risk of misinformation. Here are the email addresses for your reference: SCHS: schs.transportation@spencer.kyschools.us Hillview: hva.transportation@spencer.kyschools.us SCMS: scms.transportation@spencer.kyschools.us SCES: sces.transportation@spencer.kyschools.us TES: tes.transportation@spencer.kyschools.us ELC: elc.transportation@spencer.kyschools.us Director of Transportation: cameron.chesser@spencer.kyschools.us 3. Shuttle Notes for Sports: For parents of high school and middle school students involved in sports who need to shuttle, I will accept one note per season that states the student is permitted to shuttle but it must specify they can do it as needed for the season, year, etc. These types of notes will be added into Infinite Campus. 4. Shuttle Routes (HS\MS Students): - If your student is shuttling from SCMS to SCHS, they should ride Route 11. - If they are shuttling from SCHS to SCMS, they should ride Route 16. 5. Approval Requirement: Please remember that students must have an approved transportation note for any changes to their usual route. This policy is crucial for maintaining the safety and proper routing of all of our students as they travel to and from school. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out. Thank you!

We're Hiring! SCHS is looking for passionate educators to join our staff! We're currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions: 🍎 Special Education- LBD Teacher 🌾 Agriculture Teacher If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of students and be part of a great school community, apply today! Visit https://applications.education.ky.gov/keps/jobsearch.aspx and search for jobs in Spencer County for more information and to submit your application.

SCHS is having a yard sale this Saturday, 3/8, in the cafeteria. We are accepting donations this Friday from 7:30-2:30 in the office! Drop off your items on Friday and come shop on Saturday! Proceeds go to the Class of 2025.

Yesterday, SCHS welcomed current 8th graders for a glimpse into the incredible programs we offer. Student ambassadors led small group tours showcasing many of our CTE programs, including Mrs. Vance's Fashion and Interior Design class. Students in Mrs. Vance's class have been honing their skills by constructing dresses out of toilet paper — like these creative designs completed by Devin Cambron and Keziah Davis.

Congratulations to the following FCCLA Members on their performance at Region 6 STAR Events last Saturday: Jackson Brown, Keeton Jones, Davin Cornell—Sports Nutrition Level 3, 1st place Fabiola Marin—Focus on Children Level 3, 1st place Joshua Taylor—Entrepreneurship Level 3, 1st place Hadlea Roberts, Gavin Bowling, Jessica McCarley—Food Innovations Level 2, 1st place Melodee Hines Whitehouse and Ariah Recktenwald—Repurpose and Redesign Level 2, 1st place Alyssa McLendon—Say Yes to FCS Level 2, 1st place Kaydee Horner—Say Yes to FCS Level 3, 2nd place Lilliana Hamm and Talia Ramirez—Public Policy Advocate Level 3—2nd place All first place winners advance to state competition in April!

The 8th Grade Parent Info Night hosted by SCHS has officially been rescheduled for next Thursday, 2/27/25 @ 6:00 p.m. We hope to see you there!

Due to the snow accumulation overnight and its impact on some roads across the district, Spencer County Schools will utilize Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Day #8 today, February 20, 2025. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding. We are counting down the days until Spring right along with you! *A call is scheduled to go out at 5:00am. Stay warm and stay safe!

Due to the forecasted inclement weather expected to impact our area tonight through tomorrow, 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 will utilize 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐍𝐓𝐈) Day #7 tomorrow, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟗𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. A decision regarding extra-curricular activities will be made tomorrow. Tiger Cub Village will make an independent decision and communicate with their families accordingly. Stay safe and warm!

Today, our school partnered with several local law enforcement agencies to conduct a routine and proactive safety check using trained K-9 units. These searches, which included 20 classrooms throughout the building, are part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring student safety and maintaining a secure learning environment for all. We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Spencer County Sheriff's Office, Mt. Washington Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff's Office, Louisville Metro Police Department, Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, and the Bullitt County Detention Center for their cooperation and assistance. Their presence and support help us reinforce the importance of a safe and drug-free school community. Thank you to our students and staff for their cooperation during this process. Together, we are dedicated to providing a safe space where our students can learn, grow, and succeed.

After assessing multiple areas across the county, 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. Floodwaters have receded along all bus routes, with only a couple of exceptions where alternate transportation plans have already been communicated to families. All drivers have been instructed to use extra caution and remain alert for potential ice patches due to lingering drainage along roadways. Additionally, we are closely monitoring the forecast as another round of winter weather is expected tomorrow night into Wednesday morning. Our team will participate in National Weather Service updates this afternoon, evening, and throughout tomorrow to stay informed on potential impacts. In the meantime, we encourage students, staff, and families to prepare for a possible Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) later this week, should conditions warrant a schedule change. Thank you for your support!