Reading achievement is on the rise in Shelby County Public Schools! 📚
For three consecutive years, our students have demonstrated growth in reading at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Even more impressive, our reading growth has outpaced the state at EVERY level!
These results reflect the hard work of our students, teachers, and staff, along with our continued commitment to strengthening literacy instruction.
🗓️SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE | In this update, Dr. Matthews discusses recent 45 Day Meetings & 1 on 1 Principal Meetings, recent achievements by our choir and band programs, and exciting construction projects all set to begin very soon, including our Agriculture Classroom, the East & Wright building, and more!
Have a great Fall Break, Shelby County!
https://youtu.be/Tc3jJEn2Sj4
‼️Due to an incident on I-64W earlier today, heavier traffic along US60 may lead to delayed bus departure and arrival times this afternoon (Wednesday, October 7th). Please keep an eye on the Stopfinder app for live bus route updates. Thank you!
🗓️SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE | Dr. Matthews discusses achievements last week in our schools and athletics, as well as work our staff's putting towards growing their skills.
Plus, KSA data is just on the horizon, so be ready as we prepare to release that info! Have a great weekend!
Happy National Custodian Day!! Be sure to thank your custodians for all that the work they do to keep our facilities clean! 🧼😁
🎥What does it mean to be a Responsible Collaborator?
SCPS educators Allie Dugle and Arvee Esteves + Shelby County community member Gerald Terrell (Director at Father's Love) discuss this "Profile of a Graduate" competency below!⬇️
SCPS held its first SAFE Task Force meeting September 24th, bringing together elected officials, law enforcement, school leaders, parents, and community members to review policies, strengthen student safety, and identify opportunities for advocacy.
This overview highlights how Shelby County Public Schools is investing in students, staff, school safety, career readiness, and facilities to ensure every student has the support they need to succeed and to help move our district forward. 📈
Dr. Matthews discusses the importance of these accomplishments in the Superintendent Update below👇
Middle and High School students met at Central Office this morning for the first Superintendent Student Advisory meetings of the year, where they will provide Dr. Matthews throughout the year with insight about the current student experience here in SCPS. Thank you all for being leaders for your schools and our community!
Bus Riding Families: Due to Exit 35 being closed, afternoon buses for today (September 16, 2026) could potentially be delayed. As always, you may use the Stopfinder app to find up-to-date arrival information for your student's bus. Thank you.
We remember today the events of September 11, 2001, and the lives forever impacted by them. As educators, SCPS recognizes the importance of preserving history, honoring those we lost, and helping future generations understand the values of service, compassion, and resilience. ❤️#NeverForget
Reminder: Tomorrow (September 9th) is High Attendance Day 2026! We hope to see EVERY student in our halls ready to learn. Every day counts today towards student success tomorrow, so we'll you tomorrow, Shelby County!
🚨To prioritize student-athlete safety during this week's extreme heat, outdoor middle school, freshman, and JV athletic activities are canceled Sept. 2-4. Varsity teams will adjust activities to follow KHSAA heat guidelines, and the Collins vs. Shelby County football game will now kick off at 8:30 p.m. Friday. For more info on how we approach outdoor activities, please consult the WBGT guidelines chart below.
Thank you and stay cool, Shelby County!
🎥What does it mean to be a Critical Thinker? SCPS educators Ty Barnett and April Lumbatis and Shelby County community member Jason Adkins, Chief Executive Officer at Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative (OVEC), discuss this "Profile of a Graduate" competency below!⬇️
https://youtu.be/Knt35WJDB84
September is National Attendance Awareness Month, and every day counts!
Join Superintendent Dr. Josh Matthews as he shares why regular school attendance is vital to student success. When students are present, they have more opportunities to learn, grow, and connect.
Throughout September, we'll share resources, facts, and tips highlighting the importance of attendance. Together, let's make showing up a priority and set students up for success this school year.
🗓️ SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE🗓️
Weapons Detection underway at middle schools!
Mental Health Counselors: now at ALL of our schools!
The Farm Classroom is APPROVED and we will be breaking ground soon!
Shelby County Public Schools is fully cooperating with law enforcement officials as they investigate the arrest of a former Martha Layne Collins High School staff member. Please take some time to read through the FAQ below for more information on how we are moving forward, as well as learn the resources available to students, family, staff, and the community on how to report safety concerns.
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Today we celebrate the life of Dolly Parton and thank her for the incredible impact she has made on Shelby County children through her Imagination Library📚🚂
In 2022, Emily Swindler helped Northside Early Childhood Center establish a partnership with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library to make the program available to every Shelby County child under age 5. Since then, more than 3,300 local children have received books through the program, and 1,650 are currently enrolled.
What began in 1995 as Dolly's tribute to her father has grown into a movement that inspires a lifelong love of reading by providing free books to young children. Her commitment to literacy has helped open doors, spark imaginations, and create opportunities for countless children in our community.
Thank you, Dolly, for investing in our youngest learners and helping them foster a love of reading!🌈📖
In 2022, Emily Swindler helped Northside Early Childhood Center establish a partnership with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library to make the program available to every Shelby County child under age 5. Since then, more than 3,300 local children have received books through the program, and 1,650 are currently enrolled.
What began in 1995 as Dolly's tribute to her father has grown into a movement that inspires a lifelong love of reading by providing free books to young children. Her commitment to literacy has helped open doors, spark imaginations, and create opportunities for countless children in our community.
Thank you, Dolly, for investing in our youngest learners and helping them foster a love of reading!🌈📖
Last week SCPS students got to enjoy Kentucky-grown watermelons for lunch! A refreshing snack for back-to-school, and a reminder of the importance of local partnership ☀️🍉🤝
With middle schools beginning to implement Weapons Detection next week, Dr. Matthews discusses all the ways we've improved school safety heading into this school year. Watch below!
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