Dr. Matthews's Weekly Leadership Connection highlights the Inspired Learning, Leading, and Living in Shelby County Public Schools. There is. Also, there is a list of upcoming events for next week! https://scps.edurooms.com/engage/shelby-county-public-schools/newsletters/weekly-leadership-connection-29751
We hope you had an excellent Fall Break! Dr. Matthews wraps up this first week back here. https://youtu.be/vbIOR6qLgQY
It is Red Ribbon Week! October 23rd through October 31st is when schools will be celebrating. This week highlights the importance of living a drug-free life. Stay safe and say no to drugs. #WeAreShelbyInspired
Dr. Matthews shares Inspired Learning, Leading, and Living in Shelby County Public Schools in his Weekly Leadership Connection.
Best of luck to our Martha Layne Collins High School Boys Soccer team tomorrow as they play in the 8th Region Championship! Find them in Carroll County at 1PM. LET'S GO, TITANS!⚽🏆
Congratulations to Martha Layne Collins High School, named to the 2024 AP School Honor Roll! MLCHS is a Bronze member of the Honor Roll! MLCHS had 41% of seniors who took at least one AP Exam during high school, 25% of seniors scoring a three or higher on at least one AP Exam, and 12% of seniors who took five or more AP Exams!
Artwork from Wright Elementary School is now on display at the SCPS Central Office. The assignment was to draw and color What I Love about Shelby County. Students' art was a part of the Ky Association of Counties Art Contest. Paula Fry Kingsolver is the art teacher. Alexis Kuhn, the PR intern from MLCHS, created the display. #WeAreShelbyInspired
Watch Dr. Matthews' Weekly Wrap-Up here. Have an excellent Fall Break!
https://youtu.be/l3QVqmhNXq4
Happy National Art and Humanities
Month! During the month of October, this provides us the opportunity to celebrate the profound importance of arts and humanities in shaping our lives and communities. Let your creativity fly! #WeAreShelbyInspired
It's National Fire Prevention Week! Research and learn ways you can be safe around fires. Our schools practice fire drills regularly, to ensure safety when/if a fire were to occur at during school. 🚫🔥
#WeAreShelbyInspired
Dr. Matthews, Superintendent of Shelby County Public Schools, shares his examples of Inspired Learning, Leading, and Living in the district. https://scps.edurooms.com/engage/shelby-county-public-schools/newsletters/weekly-leadership-connection-15816
Dr. Matthews discusses KSA scores being released this week, as well as our ongoing Parent-Teacher conferences in this week's Weekly Wrap-Up.
https://youtu.be/LQVyW1YclO0
Calendar Update: Due to September 27th's school closure, December 13th is no longer a Defense of Learning Day, but instead a regular day of instruction. The last day of school, as well as any other days off, are unaffected.
Attached is the amended calendar in English and Spanish. You can also find it on our Facebook, or on our website.
National Custodian Day! 🎉🎉🎉
Our custodial staff's hard work and care keep our schools running smoothly every day. We appreciate everything they do to create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our students and staff. Thank you for all you do! 👏❤️
Visit our Weekly Leadership Connection to see what's happening in Shelby County Public Schools! #weareshelbyinspired
https://scps.edurooms.com/engage/shelby-county-public-schools/newsletters/weekly-leadership-connection-14762
Congrats Audrey Wolff! Audrey Wolff, a 5th grader from Clear Creek Elementary, has been selected to be a member of the KYACDA Fall Childrens' Honor Choir. There were over 350 auditions submitted for this ensemble. We are so proud of Audrey! #weareshelbyinspired
Dr. Matthews' discusses today's school cancellation due to the harsh weather in his Weekly Recap. See you Monday!
https://youtu.be/2jCRU78yG4Y
Shelby County Public Schools will be closed due to weather concerns on Friday, September 27, 2024. We will utilize a makeup day later this year and announce this later. This is NOT an NTI Day for students.
Las escuelas públicas del condado de Shelby estarán cerradas debido a problemas climáticos el viernes 27 de septiembre de 2024. Utilizaremos un día de recuperación más adelante este año y lo anunciaremos más adelante. Este NO es un día de NTI para los estudiantes.
🌧️ SCPS Families: SCPS is closely monitoring the weather due to the threat of heavy wind and rain. If the weather is too severe for our students and staff to safely make it to school, we will make a decision and inform the community by 5:20 AM tomorrow at the latest. Updates will be provided through WAVE3, WDRB, WHAS11, WLKY news, as well as our social media, district website, and mass communication via phone calls, texts, and emails. Please be prepared.
Stay safe!
Shelby County High School Forfeits Game on September 27 Due to Weather and Safety Concerns**
Shelbyville, KY, [September 26, 2024]** – Shelby County High School has announced the decision to forfeit the upcoming football game scheduled for Friday, September 27, due to inclement weather, a recent change in coaching staff, and the overall safety of our students.
Dr. Carla Kent, principal of Shelby County High School, emphasized the importance of mental preparedness during this transition. "With a change in leadership, we want to ensure our students feel ready to compete mentally and have ample time to acclimate to their new coach," she stated.
Athletic Director Charlotte Marshall highlighted that player safety remains the top priority in this decision. "The well-being of our athletes is paramount, and we believe this choice reflects our commitment to their safety and development."
Superintendent Dr. Josh Matthews supported the decision, affirming that the school always prioritizes students in challenging situations. "I fully support Dr. Kent. We are dedicated to moving forward, building a strong team, and finishing the season with resilience."
Shelby County High School appreciates the understanding of our community and fans as we navigate this transition.
