This is a reminder that Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, is a staff development day for Jefferson County Schools. Students will not be in school to provide our staff with training opportunities to help them continue serving kids. Thank you.
5 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County Schools logo
Today kicks off National School Bus Safety Week, an opportunity to focus on safe practices around school buses. We want to start by acknowledging the JCS bus operators, aides, mechanics, and transportation administrators responsible for safely transporting our students to and from school each day. These individuals are a direct link between the home and the classroom, and they play a pivotal role in the education and care of our students. Thank you to our Transportation team for keeping our kids safe on the road!
5 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
In recognition of National School Bus Safety Week, thank you JCS Transportation Team
In recognition of National Fire Prevention Week, CWS students wrapped up the week with a special visit by Friendship Fire Company in Harpers Ferry! Following a schoolwide assembly on fire safety, students explored a fire truck and ambulance and learned more about their different functions. A big thank you to our EMS partners at Friendship for this hands-on learning experience!
6 months ago, C.W. Shipley Elementary School
Students looking at fire truck
Students looking at ladder on fire truck
Students looking at fire truck
EMS worker helping female student out of fire truck
EMS worker smiling while helping male student out of fire truck
Students looking at fire truck
Students looking at ambulance
Students talking with EMS worker at ambulance
10/13/23: Jefferson County Schools prioritizes safety in all that we do. Thursday afternoon (10/12), we received a notification about a widely shared message calling for violence. We consulted with federal and local law enforcement agencies and found no immediate danger connected to the non-specific threat. The threat level did not change as a result of the message. In an abundance of caution, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department is conducting extra patrols around our schools. We are grateful for their partnership and dedication to protecting our children. If you see something, say something. You can report suspicious activity by calling 866-WVWATCH (866-989-2824).
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
Proper nutrition plays an important role in learning. That's why JCS staff work to develop daily menus that offer delicious, nutritious options for our students! Plan ahead with regularly updated breakfast and lunch menus, available on your school's website and the JCSWV app (on Google Play and the App Store).
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
National School Lunch Week graphic featuring boys eating school lunch
Join us TODAY, October 12, at the JCS Operations Facility, located at 635 McGarry Blvd. Kearneysville, for our next hiring event exclusively for school service personnel! JCS staff will be on hand to conduct onsite applications, screenings, and interviews for all service positions. Plus, a representative from WV Adult Education will be available to answer your questions about their new self-paced preparatory course for the state's Service Personnel Competency Test! Visit www.jcswv.org/careers for a complete list of job openings. JCS offers service positions with the flexibility to meet your needs as a busy family, so join us today and learn how you can make your mark in our caring community of educators!
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
Collage of school service personnel at work
A reminder our SEA Fall Fest and Book Fair kick-off event will be this Friday, October 13th from 5:00-7:00 PM! We are still in need of volunteers for trunk or treat, supervision, set up, and clean up. Any parent/guardian interested in helping out please reach out to our SEA at cwshipley.sea@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there!
6 months ago, Brooks Kursey
Join us for our SEA meeting this evening at 6:00 PM via Zoom: Meeting ID: 839 3096 0360 Password: rangers We'll see you there.
6 months ago, Brooks Kursey
In recognition of National School Lunch Week, we want to express our sincere gratitude to the men and women serving as cooks in our school cafeterias who keep our students fed, focused, and ready to learn. Thank you for the important role you play in supporting their success!
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
In celebration of National School Lunch Week - thank you! photos of JCS cooks
Bus 1108 is running an estimated 15-20 minutes late this afternoon. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
6 months ago, Brooks Kursey
A reminder that Jefferson County Schools will dismiss two hours early today, October 6, for faculty senate meetings.
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
Reminder October 6, 2023: Faculty Senate Meeting, schools will dismiss two hours early
A reminder tomorrow, October 6th is a 2 hour early dismissal for students for faculty senate meetings. Dismissal begins at 1:40 PM. Thank you for your continued support and we hope you enjoy the upcoming weekend.
6 months ago, Brooks Kursey
The Shipley Education Association (SEA) Fall Fest will now be from 5:00-7:00 PM on Friday, October 13th. Updated information was sent home with students this evening. Thank you for your understanding.
6 months ago, C.W. Shipley Elementary
It's National Principals Month, and we're celebrating Dr. Kursey! We're so grateful for his dedication, determination, and commitment to our students and staff. Thank you for being the guiding light in our school!
6 months ago, C.W. Shipley Elementary School
Celebrating Dr. Kursey
As National Attendance Awareness Month comes to a close, we want to thank our JCS students and families for making it a priority to practice good school attendance! Don't forget submissions for our district-wide attendance poster contest are due this Friday, September 29 - visit www.jcswv.org/attendance for contest details. And keep up the good work! Remember… students who miss fewer than nine days of school see better grades, stay on track to graduate high school, and even have better work habits. That's why Attendance Matters: All Day, Every Day!
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
Attendance Matters: All Day Every Day posters created by students
JCS Superintendent Dr. Chuck Bishop speaks at the Charles Town and Shepherdstown Rotary Clubs during a lunch on Wednesday. Dr. Bishop will connect with students and the community again during a series of events in the coming months. Visit www.jcswv.org/events for details!
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
man at podium
group arching speaker
group sitting at tables
We're proud to recognize and celebrate West Virginia School Service Personnel Day! Our service personnel play an essential role in every aspect of our JCS community, including: ✅ The bus drivers and mechanics who ensure the safe transport of our students ✅ The aides who offer vital assistance in the classroom ✅ The cooks who provide nutritious meals for students and staff ✅ The custodians who keep our schools clean and orderly ✅ The maintenance staff who keep our schools and facilities running safely ✅ And the secretaries who provide crucial administrative support. We offer our most sincere gratitude to these individuals for all they do. THANK YOU!
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
West Virginia School Service Personnel Day
Did you know that practicing good attendance not only helps high school students stay on track to graduate but also increases their chances of earning a college degree and being successful in their jobs? We all prosper when our students gain the skills and abilities necessary to help them contribute to their communities. As we continue to recognize National Attendance Awareness Month, visit www.jcswv.org/attendance to learn more about why Attendance Matters: All Day, Every Day!
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
Attendance Matters: All Day, Every Day banner in front of a group of Jefferson and Washington High School graduates in caps and gowns
ATTENTION: Significant outages at Frontier have made receiving incoming phone calls at C.W. Shipley Elementary School inconsistent today (9/20/23). We have activated our backup number to ensure you can contact the school by phone. Please call (304) 671-9245 to reach the front office today. Thank you.
6 months ago, C.W. Shipley Elementary School
JCS joined other schools across West Virginia this week in a celebration of freedom! Celebrate Freedom Week was established to educate WV students about the founding of the United States, the values on which it was established, and the sacrifices made in the name of freedom. JCS students and staff decorated their schools and classrooms, participated in special activities, and proudly wore their Red, White, and Blue!
6 months ago, Jefferson County Schools
Teachers in group wearing patriotic colors
Three female students dressed in red, white and blue
Jefferson High School windows decorated with "Celebrate Freedom" banners
Male student dressed in American flag pants
Teacher reading to a classroom of students