Parent Involvement & PTA
PTA, SBDM, volunteering, and how parents actually get a voice at a JCPS school.
What Is PTA Reflections? Everything JCPS Parents Need to Know
August 31, 2026
The national arts program gives students a chance to turn an idea into a drawing, photograph, story, original piece of music, film, or dance. Students who advance can move beyond their school and eventually reach state and national recognition.
Free Classes for Louisville Parents: Self Defense, CPR, Safety Training and More
September 12, 2026
You can currently take a free self defense class in Louisville, have a certified technician check your child's car seat, sign up for free prenatal classes and attend a free estate planning workshop. The programs are offered by Louisville Parks, local hospitals and Metro Government. Some have specific dates. Others are available throughout...
Can JCPS Teachers Take Away Recess as Punishment? Here’s What Kentucky Law and District Guidance Say
August 21, 2026
A JCPS parent says an entire elementary class lost outdoor recess because of student behavior. Other parents say they have seen similar consequences. But can a teacher actually take away recess in JCPS?...