Jefferson County Public Schools

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Welcome to JCPS ..................................................................2New to the District? ...............................................................2How to Apply to an Optional Program, Magnet Program, or Magnet School ................................................................3Overview of Specialized Schools and Programs ..................4Middle Schools ........................................................5Middle School Magnet Programs ..........................................6Magnet Middle Schools .........................................................8Middle School Optional Programs ......................................10Middle School Highlights ....................................................11Middle Schools at a Glance ................................................17High Schools .........................................................185-Star Schools .....................................................................18High School Highlights ........................................................19

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Open Enrollment ..................................................................30Magnet High Schools ..........................................................31Traditional Program Magnets ..............................................35 ECE Services Meet Special Needs .....................................36JCPS Phone Numbers .........................................................36

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The Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) District boosts academic success by letting parents choose the school or program that best meets their children’s needs and matches the children’s individual learning styles.

For instance, the district’s middle schools offer a choice of special-

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projects. Louisville companies, community organizations, colleges, and universities provide support.

technology, champion sports teams, family-support services, and invit-ing campuses. Visit our schools, and you’ll see for yourself how well the district prepares students for college and career success. !

Students who are new to the district will need to complete initial reg-istration online from any computer with Internet access—or at a JCPS registration site. Sites are being set up at the Lam Building (4309 Bishop Lane), JCPS Gheens Academy (4425 Preston Highway), and the English as a Second Language (ESL) Office (1325 Bluegrass Avenue). Additional sites will be announced when they are available. The JCPS Web site is located at .

To find out which school serves your child’s home address, call the JCPS Demographics Office at or use the online SchoolFinder at

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Students who are new to the district may apply to schools and programs anytime, but choices may be limited outside the application periods.

Students whose parents are moving into Jefferson County from anoth-er county or another state must provide proof of residence in Jeffer-son County before registering for the school that serves their address.

For more information, call the Optional, Magnet, and Advance Programs Office at or the Parent Assistance Center at (502) .

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The middle and high school application period for the 2013-14 school year is , through .

To apply, complete the JCPS online application during this pe-riod. The online application and instructions will be available on the district’s Web site ( ) and at registration sites that will be located throughout the district.

For information on a particular school, visit the JCPS Web site Schools. To verify which school serves your address,

use the online School Finder at or contact

the JCPS Demographics Office at .

For more information on the online application process, contact the JCPS Optional, Magnet, and Advance Programs Office at

, the Student Assignment Office at, or the Parent Assistance Center at or

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The instructions for the online application indicate that you can list a first- and a second-choice program/school, but don’t list a traditional magnet school, the Brown School, or a middle school Mathematics/Science/Technology (MST) Program as a second choice. Applications for these schools and the MST Program are randomly selected for available openings. Students are included in the random-draw list only if the program or school is listed as the first choice.

Elementary and middle school students who are already en-rolled in a traditional magnet school or program don’t need to fill out an application for a traditional magnet middle or high school

(See page 8 for information on traditional middle schools and page 35 for information on traditional high schools.)

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information, and send the information directly to the school. Don’t send it to the JCPS Optional, Mag-net, and Advance Programs Office.

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Submitting an application doesn’t guarantee placement in a school or program.

Don’t submit more than one application. If you do, it will void the previous application.Submitting false information will void an application.

the end of the current school year. Students who are not residents of Jefferson County will not be consid-ered for placement in a school or program until all Jefferson County applicants have been considered.

offer a unique, schoolwide curricula. Many magnet schools accept applications from students throughout the district, and JCPS provides transportation for most students who are accepted into

middle schools begins on page 8. Information on magnet high schools begins on page 31.

focus on a specific subject or provide a specialized learning environment. Students who are accepted into a magnet program become a full-time student of the school that offers it and attend the school for all classes, not just the magnet program classes. Some magnet pro-grams accept applications from students throughout the district. Some accept applications only from specific areas. JCPS provides transportation for most students who are accepted into a magnet program. Information on middle school magnet programs starts on page 6. Information on 5-Star High Schools, which offer magnet programs, starts on page 18. Middle school are small, specialized programs within a school. Students who live outside the school’s attendance area may apply, but JCPS does not provide transportation for these students. Information on middle school optional programs begins on page 10.

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tation may or may not be provided for students accepted into a school through Open Enrollment. See page 30 for more information.

Sometimes you may hear a JCPS staff member use the term resides school. This is the school that serves the student’s attendance area (the area in which the student resides).

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Middle SchoolsJCPS teachers help sixth graders build the confidence they need to take on middle school challenges. Teachers prepare seventh and eighth graders for high school work. But JCPS middle schools don’t just bridge the gap between the upper and lower grades. Teachers know that the middle school years are a unique period of personal growth. JCPS students dis-cover new talents, explore new ideas, and develop new skills not only in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies but also in art, music, technology, world languages, career exploration, and college preparation. The CARE for Kids program teaches middle schoolers social responsibility and encourages youthful enthusiasm for making a difference in the world.

Students currently enrolled in the fifth grade at a JCPS school will automatically be enrolled in the middle school that serves their address unless they apply for an optional program, magnet program, or magnet school.

Why do Louisville parents choose JCPS middle schools?

Instruction meets each student’s needs and matches individual learning styles.

Teachers receive continual training in the most effective classroom techniques.

Schools offer a wide range of sports, clubs, music programs, and community-service opportunities.

Before- and after-school childcare is available for students up to 14 years old.

Team teaching (three to six teachers sharing the same students in the same part of the school) provides many benefits. For instance, you can meet with all of your child’s teachers at the same time on Parent-Teacher Conference Days.

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JCPS magnet programs focus on a speci!c subject (such as environmental studies) or provide a specialized learning environment (such as an all-boys or all-girls school). Students who are accepted into a magnet pro-gram become a full-time student of the school that offers it. The following magnet programs accept applications from any Jefferson County address, and JCPS provides bus transportation for most district students who are accepted.

(See page 27 for information on this program.)

(districtwide magnet program)

Olmsted Academy North offers middle school boys the bene!ts of single-gender education, including a focused learning environment. The school’s programs, clubs, and activities help boys build academic skills and leadership abilities. Students also have opportunities to interact with students from Olmsted Academy South, an all-girls school, through many programs and activities, including the schools’ athletic and music programs.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Olm-sted Academy North staff may contact you for additional materials, such as a student-written essay and teacher recommendations. The school may also review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students accepted into Olmsted Academy North.

(districtwide magnet program)

Olmsted Academy South prepares girls for the future through challenging academics, community service, leadership training, and career exploration. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, and students have opportunities to interact with students from Olm-sted Academy North, an all-boys school, through many programs and activities, including the schools’ athletic and music programs.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application,

the Olmsted Academy South staff may contact you for additional materials, such as a student-written essay and teacher recommendations. The school may also review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students accepted into Olmsted Academy South.

(districtwide magnet program)

Teaching print and broadcast journalism is a 30-year tra-dition at Thomas Jefferson (TJ) Middle. The Communi-cations Program has molded students into reporters who are now appearing on local television stations or working on the staff at The Courier-Journal. These success stories prove that students who attend TJ truly can begin working on their futures in middle school. Journalism students learn Web publishing as they re!ne their com-position and editing skills while working on the school’s newspaper and yearbook. Broadcasting students learn how to research, write, produce, direct, and edit video while they run the school’s television station—with sup-port from WHAS11 TV.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, TJ staff will contact you for additional application materials. Transportation is provided for most district students ac-cepted into TJ’s Communications Magnet Program.

(districtwide magnet program)

Noe’s Gifted and Talented Program focuses on the unique needs of students who excel in academics. Classes are designed to challenge each student to achieve a more in-depth understanding of academic subjects. Much of the curriculum uses a hands-on, inqui-ry-based approach to learning. To be eligible for con-sideration for the Gifted and Talented Magnet Program, a student must have maintained a B+ average—a 3.2 grade point average (GPA)—in grades four and !ve, and he or she must have demonstrated good attendance, attitude, behavior, and test performance throughout elementary school. In addition, the student must have successfully completed the Advance Program screening process and scored at least a 24 on the Cognitive Abili-ties Test (CogAT).

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the appli-cation, Noe staff may contact you and ask for additional application materials, including a student-written essay and teacher recommendations. The school also will review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most district students accepted into the program.

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(districtwide magnet program)

Highland’s International Studies Program broadens students’ awareness of the world by focusing on his-tory, culture, and current events in many other nations. After-school activities include international cooking and craft making. When students complete the International Studies Program, they are well prepared for a wide range of high school programs. Highland is currently an International Baccalaureate (IB) candidate school. If it receives authorization from the IB organization in Geneva, Switzerland, Highland will be able to offer the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), which, according to the IB, is “a programme of international education designed to help students develop the knowledge, understanding, attitudes and skills necessary to partici-pate actively and responsibly in a changing world.”

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online ap-plication. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Highland staff may contact you for additional materials, such as student work samples and teacher recommendations. The school may also review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. To be accepted into the program, students must have good attendance and behavior records, at least a 3.2 GPA (fourth- and !fth-grade content areas), at least a score of Pro!cient (or equivalent) in reading and math on the most current state assessments, and at least a score of Apprentice (or equivalent) in all other content areas on the most current state assessments. Transportation is provided for most district students ac-cepted into the International Studies Magnet Program.

The middle school Mathematics/Science/Technol-ogy (MST) Program is available at Farnsley (page 12), Meyzeek (page 14), and Newburg (page 14). Students who are accepted into the program are assigned to one of the three schools based on their home address.

Teachers at these schools lead projects that keep students engaged in in-depth study. For example, stu-dents may learn about physics by racing computerized electronic cars. They may explore chemistry by solving the identity of a “mystery mixture.” They may learn math by studying engineering and by using computers and graphing calculators.

Math classes cover algebra readiness, prealgebra, and algebra. Students with an exceptional aptitude for math can take an accelerated class in seventh and eighth grade, enabling them to experience both Algebra 1 and Geometry while they’re still in middle school. Stu-dents explore multimedia techniques through the use of computers, digital cameras, and other equipment. Teachers weave technology throughout all areas of the curriculum.

The MST Program includes guest speakers, !eld trips, and opportunities to compete academically—often on the state level—so students’ math, science, and tech-nology experience is innovative and intensive.

, use code MSTXXX when you complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) Al-though the application lets you list a !rst and a second choice, don’t list the MST Program as a second choice. (Applications will be randomly selected for available openings, and applicants will be included in the random selection only if they indicate the MST Program as their !rst choice.) After a student submits the online appli-cation, staff at the school serving his or her address may ask for additional application materials, such as a student-written essay, work samples, and teacher recommendations. School staff may also review the student’s grades, attendance, and test scores. Trans-portation is provided for most JCPS students accepted into the MST Program.

When students complete the middle school MST Program, they are well prepared for a high school program, and Jefferson County public high schools that offer one will review their applications before reviewing applications from other students.

(districtwide magnet program)

Westport’s Montessori Program encourages criti-cal thinking, exploration, and self-directed learning. Students in this program—the district’s only middle school Montessori Program—have individualized work plans. The curriculum helps the students understand both concrete facts and abstract ideas in many subjects. (See the spotlight on page 8.)

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, West-port staff may contact you for additional materials, such as a student-written essay and teacher recommendations. The school may also review the student’s attendance re-cords, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students accepted into the Montessori Program.

(districtwide magnet program)

Noe’s award-winning Visual and Performing Arts Program offers classes in drama, visual arts, dance, chorus, band, and string orchestra. Students choose a course of study that offers many performance opportu-nities and requires a commitment and a willingness to explore advanced techniques. The Advance Program

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Physician and educator Dr. Maria Montessori discovered in the early twentieth century that many students perform best in a school that nurtures individual learning styles and offers the freedom to pursue self-directed education. Modern research supports Dr. Montessori’s findings, and there are hundreds of schools through-out the United States that follow the Montessori philosophy.

The only Jefferson County public middle school that follows it is Westport (see page 7.) “Mon-tessori education supports the natural growth of children by helping them develop creativity,

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Eddleman, principal at Westport. “The program also provides character education and encour-

Westport’s program allows stu-dents to continue to learn through the Montessori philosophy if they have attended a Montessori elementary school. JCPS offers

Coleridge-Taylor Montessori. Students who have not attended a Montessori elementary school also are welcome to apply to Westport’s program.

curriculum is available to qualifying Visual and Performing Arts students. To be eligible for consideration for the Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Program, a student must have maintained a B+ average—a 3.2 GPA—in grades four and !ve, and he or she must have demonstrated good attendance, attitude, behav-ior, and test performance throughout elementary school.

, you !rst need to com-plete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Noe staff will contact you and ask for additional appli-cation materials, including a student-written essay and teacher recommenda-tions. The school also will review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most district students accepted into the program.

When students complete Noe’s Visual and Performing Arts Program, they are well prepared for a high school arts program. The Youth Performing Arts School (YPAS) will review their applications (and applications from Western Middle students) before reviewing applications from other students. DuPont Manual High will review applications from Noe and Western students before reviewing applica-tions from other students for Manual’s Visual Arts Program.

! The following magnet schools accept applications from students throughout the district, and JCPS provides bus transportation for most district students (except at the Brown School).

(districtwide magnet school)

As a districtwide Self-Directed Learning Magnet School, Brown recognizes, respects, and fosters the unique potential of each student in an informal envi-ronment that re"ects the diversity of our community. Students are expected to possess time-management and decision-making skills in order to thrive in a less-structured environment.

Parents and students !rst must attend an open house or a sched-uled building tour before applying to the Brown School. After you attend the open house or tour, you’ll need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Brown School staff will contact you and ask for additional materials, such as a writing sample and teacher recommendations. The school also will review the applicant’s grades, attendance records, and standardized test scores. Brown considers geographic diversity in selecting students. Parents of siblings who share the same birth date (twins, triplets, etc.) must submit a separate application for each child, but their applications will be considered together. Brown does not give admission preference to siblings of current students. Transportation is not provided for Brown School students.

Traditional education provides a back-to-basics learning environment charac-terized by:

A focus on core subjects and grade-level coursework.Highly structured, orderly classrooms that require nightly homework as-signments and strict adherence to school rules (including dress codes).A mission centered on time-tested instructional approaches that help students build basic knowledge and gain high competence in fundamental skills.

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At three traditional magnet middle schools—Barret (page 11), Jefferson County (JCTMS) (page 12), and Johnson (page 13)—students are assigned based on their home address. Traditional education also is offered at Moore (page 14), but Moore is not part of the traditional magnet school student feeder pattern to Butler Traditional High or Louisville Male High.

Elementary students who are already enrolled in a traditional magnet school or program don’t need to !ll out an application for a traditional magnet middle school if their elementary school is a feeder school to the next level.

on the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) Although the application lets you list a !rst and a second choice of schools or programs, don’t enter code MMMXXX as a second choice. (Applications will be randomly selected for available openings, and applicants will be included in the random selection only if they enter code MMMXXX as their !rst choice.)

Parents of siblings who share the same birth date (twins, triplets, etc.) who are ap-plying to a traditional magnet school must submit a separate application for each child, but these applications will be treated as one application. Traditional magnet schools give no priority to siblings of students previously enrolled. After you submit your application, the traditional school serving your address will contact you if you need to submit additional application information, such as letters of recommen-dation and work samples. The school may also review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students accepted into Barret, JCTMS, and Johnson.

Because most students enter a traditional magnet school or program during the elementary grades, openings may be limited in grades six through eight.

(districtwide magnet school)

Western Middle students may choose a course of study that offers multiple oppor-tunities to explore the visual and performing arts while they build a solid foundation of knowledge in core academic areas. The academic program focuses on read-ing, writing, math, science, and social studies, and each of these core areas is integrated with drama, music, dance, and visual arts. Western Middle has a strong and growing partnership with the University of Louisville (UofL). Students from UofL host and mentor a weekly Student Leadership Advisory Team of Western students at the middle school. In addition, the UofL Gear Up! Program is active at Western Middle, helping prepare students for college. Western Middle also houses a satellite classroom and program for UofL students who are studying to become middle school educators.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the appli-cation, Western Middle staff will contact you to ask for additional applica-tion materials, including a student-written essay and teacher recommenda-tions. The school also will review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most district students accepted into Western Middle.

Students who graduate from Western are well prepared for a high school arts program. YPAS will review their applications (and ap-plications from student’s in Noe Middle’s Visual and Performing Arts Program) before reviewing applications from other students. DuPont Manual High will review applications from Western and Noe students before reviewing applications from other students for Manual’s Visual Arts Program.

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Western Middle students got a big surprise during the last school year. A group from the Fidelity Investments Louisville Investor

a donation of new band and orchestra instruments, including

euphoniums, three trumpets, and four cellos.

“This gift will greatly improve the student instrument inventory at

Principal William Anderson, “and it will contribute to the musical ed-ucation of many, many students in

Western band director Eric Allen says the gift “has literally put us ten years ahead in our instrument

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An optional program is a small, specialized program within a school. Students who live outside the school’s attendance area may apply and be accepted, but JCPS does not provide transportation for these students.

(optional program)

Environmental education at Moore builds in-depth knowledge of water, soil, air, and animals. Students develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills through hands-on activities. The Louisville Zoo and Jef-ferson Memorial Forest support and participate in the program.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Moore staff may con-tact you for additional materials, such as student work samples and teacher recommendations. The school may also review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is not provided for students accepted into the Environmental and Life Science Optional Program unless they live in the Moore attendance area.

(optional program)

Lassiter’s Environmental Education Program helps young people understand the roles they can play in preserving the natural world. Students recycle paper products daily, and they have access to a fully func-tioning greenhouse and outdoor classroom. Teachers encourage students to prepare for further training in a science or an ecological !eld. Demonstrations, experi-ments, and simulations complement classroom con-cepts. Teachers use environmental themes and topics to engage students and help them understand how course content is relevant to their lives. Lassiter raises herbs and spices in its greenhouse to sell to the JCPS central kitchen for use in daily operations.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Lassiter staff may contact you for additional materials, such as student work samples and teacher recommendations. The school may also review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is not provided for students accepted into the Environmental Educa-tion Program unless they live in the Lassiter attendance area.

(optional program)

Highland’s Fine Arts Program offers courses in paint-ing, drawing, and three-dimensional art. It also provides a Choral Music Program and an award-winning band and orchestra at each grade level. Because of the reputation that the Fine Arts Program has established, businesses and community organizations often display student artwork and request performances.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Highland Middle staff may contact you for additional materials, such as student work sam-ples and teacher recommendations. The school may also review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. To be accepted into the program, students must have good attendance and behavior records, at least a 3.2 GPA (fourth- and !fth-grade content areas), at least a score of Pro!cient (or equivalent) in reading and math on the most current state assessments, and at least a score of Apprentice (or equivalent) in all other content areas on the most current state assessments. Transportation is not provided for students accepted into the Fine Arts Optional Program unless they live in the Highland attendance area.

(optional program)

The Stuart Health Careers Program provides an over-view of several occupations, including physician, nurse, pharmacist, veterinarian, and medical technician. Stu-dents also take part in hands-on activities with health professionals. Health-related !eld trips and job-shadowing opportunities enhance classroom learning. Teachers en-courage students who successfully complete the program to apply to a high school health program.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Stuart staff may contact you for additional application materials, such as a student-written essay and teacher recommendations. The school may also review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is not provided for students accepted into this optional program unless they live in the Stuart attendance area.

(optional program)

Crosby’s Liberal Arts Academy offers opportunities to develop and enhance skills in the visual and performing arts and in accelerated math and technology. Students may participate in advanced art classes, art exhibitions,

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and musical productions. The school has one of the largest music programs among all district middle schools. Highlights include a piano lab and guitar classes.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS on-line application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the applica-tion, Crosby staff will contact you for additional materials, such as transcripts, an essay from the student, and a copy of his or her current report card. Transporta-tion is not provided for students accepted into the Liberal Arts Academy Optional Program unless they live in the Crosby attendance area.

JCPS strives to make the information in this guidebook as complete and accurate as possible, but talk to a school representative to make sure you have the most up-to-date information.

! Barret Traditional

Slogan: A Tradition of Excellence

Offers traditional education (See page 8.)Student scores on state tests have been among the highest of all Kentucky middle schools. In math and reading, Barret’s scores place it among the top 25 schools in the state.Offers the Students Are Involved Learners (SAIL) Program, which lets students apply what they’ve learned in the classroom while they serve the communityBarret’s student athletes have earned district championships in basketball, football, tennis, volleyball, !eld hockey, baseball, cheer, and dance.

! Brown

Serves as a districtwide Self-Directed Learning Magnet School (See page 8.)Serves about 700 elementary, middle, and high school students in the same buildingProvides a pre-Advanced Placement curricu-lum using the College Board’s SpringBoard program in math and language artsOffers a Science Camp for seventh graders and a social studies trip to Washington, D.C., for eighth gradersProvides monthly !eld study investigations at the Blackacre State Nature Preserve in eighth-grade science classesMusic Department offerings include band, orchestra, and choir.Offers computer technology, visual art, and physical education (PE) in the middle school curriculum

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! Carrithers

Slogan: Educational Excellence in a Neighborhood Setting

Offers the Advance Program and the Comprehen-sive Program to meet the needs of all studentsProvides daily enrichment/remediation classesOffers many after-school clubs and activitiesStudents also participate in district competitions and in an active Student Council as well as in aca-demic, performing arts, and athletic programs.Provides three computer labs

! Conway

Slogan: Three Paths to Success

Offers the Advance ProgramOffers three Grade Level TeamsProvides two computer labsMaintains an up-to-date media centerOffers competitive academic and athletic teams as well as band and orchestraProvides the Enhanced Visual Arts Curriculum

! Crosby

Slogan: Where we teach the entire child!

Offers the Liberal Arts Academy Optional Program (see page 10) and the Advance ProgramProvides the Distinguished Math Scholars and Global Scholars Programs for qualifying Advance Program studentsOffers a well-equipped and extensive technology program that features Visual Basic computer pro-gramming; offers a technology course that intro-duces students to Glocal (Global + local) Informa-tion Systems, Web design, Adobe Photoshop, and videographyProvides a staff with teachers who have achieved or are currently pursuing National Board Certi!cation Offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, including national, state, regional, and district championship athletic and academic teamsFollows the traditional philosophy, which empha-sizes patriotism, courtesy, respect, and academics

! Farnsley

Offers the Mathematics/Science/Technology (MST) Magnet Program (See page 7.)Offers the Advance ProgramProvides chorus, band, and orchestra as well as academic and athletic teamsOffers roboticsMaintains a campus with extensive green space and a one-mile walking track, baseball/softball diamond, and soccer !eld

! Frost

Slogan: Where everyone believes that learning is a priority.

Offers an Honors Program, foreign languages, an instrumental music program, and a visual arts programOffers various community-building activities through the Community SchoolProvides student-leadership opportunities, including Academic Team, Student Council, and Civics ClubOffers SpringBoard, a pre-Advanced Placement language arts curriculumOffers fall, winter, and spring sports

! Highland

Slogan: Catch the Highland Attitude

Offers the International Studies Magnet Program (See page 7.) Highland is an International Bac-calaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) candidate school.Offers the Fine Arts Optional Program (See page 10.)Offers the Advance ProgramProvides French and Spanish instructionLooping allows students to stay with the same team of teachers throughout all grades.

! Jefferson County Traditional

Provides traditional education (See page 8.)Offers an annual Patriotic Program and a career dayTells students to expect 20 minutes of daily home-work in each subjectOffers a range of activities and athletics, including Step Team and Equestrian Club

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SPOTLIGHT

The annual Invention Convention at Crosby Middle was featured on the National Science Teachers As-sociation Web site during the last school year. The convention lets

own inventions during a daylong event that “draws members of the media, students’ families and friends, the district superintendent, other community members, and students and teachers from nearby

It includes several comments

science teacher who spearheads the event. “You’ve got to set your

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! Jefferson, Thomas

Slogan: Patriot Now, Patriot Forever

Offers the district’s only middle school Communications Magnet Program, which includes journalism, broadcasting, and digital media (See page 6.)Offers the Advance ProgramProvides the Patriot Pride Academy, which helps sixth-grade students make a successful transition to middle schoolOffers service-learning projects, robotics, the Student Technology Lead-ership Program (STLP), Student Council, Beta Club, 4-H, Pep Club, Art Club, Soccer Club, Chess Club, Academic Team, and performance clubs and classesOffers an extensive selection of sports, including basketball, dance team, cheerleading, soccer, track, and cross-countryProvides after-school tutoring, Extended School Services (ESS), trans-portation to off-site tutoring, Adelante Hispanic Achievers, and tutoring services provided through a partnership with a local parochial school

! Johnson Traditional

Provides traditional education (See page 8.)Offers many student activities, including band, orchestra, chess, and Academic TeamProvides student leadership opportunities, including STLP, Peer Tutors, and Peer MediatorsOffers a range of athletic activities, including cheerleading, dance team, cross-country, boys’ and girls’ basketball, girls’ volleyball, girls’ softball, boys’ baseball, and track

! Kammerer

Slogan: Excellence is the Expectation

Offers the Advance ProgramProvides more than 20 cocurricular student activitiesAllows quali!ed students to take high school classes for credit at neighboring Ballard HighEmploys nationally recognized teachers. Many have received or are pursuing National Board Certi!cation.Offers award-winning band, choir, and orchestra programsParticipates in the Safe and Civil Schools Program and the CARE for Kids program

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! Knight

Slogan: On the prowl to 100% student pro!ciency!

Offers the Advance and Honors ProgramsProvides all students with a college-readiness program that includes college visits and guest speakersOffers a wide range of electives for all students, including art, newspaper, PE, health, drama, band, orchestra, and general musicOffers many student activities, including Academic Team, cheerleading, dance team, step team, Multicultural Teacher Recruitment Program/Future Educators of America (MTRP/FEA), National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, boys’ and girls’ basketball, girls’ softball, boys’ baseball, yearbook, "ag football, and track

! Lassiter

Slogan: The Pride Is Back!

Offers the Environmental Education Optional Program (See page 10.)Offers the Advance ProgramHosts community gardens and maintains a fully functioning greenhouse (A JCPS nutrition grant al-lows students to grow herbs for the district’s central kitchen and for others to purchase.)Provides daily math and reading interventions and enrichmentRecognized as a Health Promotion School of Excellence (HPSE)Offers a rock-climbing wall to promote physical !tness

! Meyzeek

Slogan: Where the world comes to learn

Offers the MST Program (See page 7.)Offers the Advance ProgramParticipates in CARE for Kids, a program that teaches social skills and creates caring classroomsHosts a Community School, which provides after-school activities for the whole familyOffers the Robotics ProgramOffers a wide range of electives, including digital art/graphic design, Spanish, French, band, chorus, orchestra, PE, and several advanced science en-richment classes

! Moore Traditional School

Slogan: Moore is on the move!

Offers the Environmental and Life Science Optional Program (See page 10.)Offers the Advance ProgramServes students in grades six through twelveProvides traditional education (But Moore is not a feeder school to a traditional high school; see page 8.)Offers a trimester schedule (The school year is divided into three 12-week trimesters in which stu-dents take !ve 70-minute classes a day.)

! Myers

Slogan: Success and Character: They Go Together!

Offers the Advance ProgramEnrolls all students in the Success Academy or the Character Academy; each is tailored to !t individual academic needs.Provides classrooms equipped with interactive, twenty-!rst-century SMART technologyOffers more than 25 award-winning extracurricular teams and programsProvides Distinguished-rated band, orchestra, and choral programsOffers beginning, intermediate, and advanced foreign language programsProvides hands-on technology training for all students

! Newburg

Slogan: Newburg Middle School—Where Excellence Is Expected!

Offers the MST Program (See page 7.)Offers the Advance ProgramHelps students excel in academic competitions on the local, regional, and national levelsOffers academic-enrichment opportunities through hands-on activities and performancesMaintains an outdoor classroomIntroduces students to technology through the moni-tored use of Internet-wired computers, electronic encyclopedias, graphing calculators, video-editing equipment, SMART Boards, student response (clicker) systems, and audio-enhanced classrooms at the sixth-grade level

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Education (ECE) teacher at Noe -

Children’s Conference during the last school year.

The award ceremony included the following information about

not an option. Not only for her students, but her fellow teachers, administration, and her school. Consequently, no one is left

school and is diligent in building those relationships with her stu-dents’ families. According to Jen-nifer, ‘It’s more than just school.’

during, and after school and on

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! Noe

Slogan: A NOE-ticeable Difference in Education

Offers the Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Program (see page 7) and the district’s only middle school Gifted and Talented Magnet Program (see page 6)Offers the Advance ProgramProvides opportunities for student leadership through the Student Council, STLP, Peer Mediation, and Service ProjectsOffers more than 40 extracurricular teams and programs

! Olmsted Academy North

Slogan: Educating Tomorrow’s Leaders Today

Serves as the only public all-boys school in Jefferson County (See page 6.)Offers the Advance ProgramMaintains smaller class sizesProvides English as a Second Language (ESL) classes Offers engineering instructionProvides a full music program

! Olmsted Academy South

Slogan: Home of the Thoroughbreds

Serves as the only public all-girls school in Jefferson County (See page 6.)Offers the Advance ProgramMaintains smaller class sizesProvides ESL classes

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-port from the GE Foundation, more than 1,500 JCPS middle

tech field trips at the Challenger Learning Center during its first year of operation. More than 600 students from other districts and counties also traveled to the center, which opened in January 2011 in a renovated wing at the Academy @ Shawnee. It joined

Challenger Learning Centers worldwide.

These centers immerse students in realistic space station and mission control environments to send them to the moon or on a rendezvous with a comet. The

with the middle school science curriculum. For more information, visit www.clcshawnee.org.

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! Ramsey

Slogan: Innovation, Achievement, Involvement

Offers the Advance Program and an Honors ProgramMaintains a state-of-the-art, high-tech, environmentally friendly building and campusLocates sixth graders in a separate wing to ease the transition to middle schoolOffers Spanish classesOffers Project Citizen, a community-based service programProvides a range of extracurricular activities, including an award-winning band and orchestra, drama club, environmental club, and engineering clubOffers a wide variety of sports, including football, volleyball, girls’ and boys’ basketball, sixth-grade basketball, and award-winning dance and cheer teams

! Stuart

Offers the Health Careers Optional Program (See page 10.)Offers the Advance Program and an Honors ProgramProvides a piano lab that offers every student a chance to learn the funda-mentals of music as well as composition (simple to advanced) and piano pieces ranging from three-note melodies to full recital scoresOffers the Spartan Click, an online technology class in which students learn programming, gaming, and computer history in a teacher-facilitated classroom

! Western Middle

Serves as a districtwide Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School (See page 9.)Offers the Advance ProgramParticipates in the University of Louisville (UofL) Signature Partnership, which provides mentoring and tutoringOffers many extracurricular activities, including STLP

! Westport

Slogan: Explore Your Possibility!

Offers the Montessori Magnet Program (See page 7.)Offers the Advance Program and an Honors ProgramOffers SpringBoard, a pre-Advanced Placement language arts curriculumProvides orchestra, band, choral music, drama, and visual art opportunitiesProvides instruction in world languagesSelected as a UofL Signature Partnership SchoolOffers extensive extracurricular and athletic activities, including robotics, football, Academic Team, softball, broadcasting, soccer, and !eld hockey

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Brown SchoolPre-Advanced Placement SpringBoard CurriculumScience Camp for seventh gradersMonthly field study investigations in eighth-grade science

CarrithersPre-engineering curriculumThree computer labsMini-computer lab in media centerEnrichment/Remediation classes

ConwayThree Academy Programs: Integrity Academy, Success Academy, and Honor AcademyCompetitive academic and athletic teams

CrosbyLiberal Arts Academy Optional ProgramTechnology programDistinguished Math Scholars Program and Global Scholars Program

FarnsleyMathematics/Science/Technology Magnet ProgramRobotics

FrostSpringBoard Language Arts CurriculumInstrumental music programVisual arts program

HighlandInternational Studies Magnet ProgramAcademic competitionsFine Arts Optional Program

Jefferson County Traditional

Traditional magnet middle schoolMany extracurricular activities

Jefferson, Thomas

Communications Magnet Program with a journalism center and video production labPartnerships with WHAS11 TV and GE

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Traditional magnet middle school Academic Team

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LassiterEnvironmental Education Optional ProgramHealth Promotion School of Excellence

MeyzeekMathematics/Science/Technology Magnet ProgramChampion academic and athletic teams

Moore TraditionalEnvironmental and Life Science Optional ProgramServes grades six through twelveTraditional education

MyersTwo academy programs for academic excellenceCommunity School

NewburgMathematics/Science/Technology Magnet ProgramParticipation in academic competitions at local, regional, and national levels

NoeVisual and Performing Arts Magnet ProgramGifted and Talented Magnet Program

Olmsted Academy NorthAll-boys schoolReduced class size

Olmsted Academy SouthAll-girls schoolReduced class size

RamseyHigh-tech, environmentally friendly building and campusProject Citizen community-service programWide variety of sports and clubs

StuartHealth Careers Optional ProgramSpartan Click technology course

WesternVisual and Performing Arts Magnet SchoolUniversity of Louisville Signature Partnership

WestportMontessori Magnet ProgramSpringBoard Language Arts CurriculumWorld languages and Visual and Performing Arts ProgramsUniversity of Louisville Signature Partnership

*The program is hosted at these schools. Students from other schools may be served. The Academy @ Shawnee will launch a new middle

school magnet program at the start of the 2013-14 school year. See page 27.

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Network 3Network 2Network 1= Districtwide magnet school or program

JCPS high schools provide preparation for college and teach the skills students need to pursue a professional career. The curriculum includes the Advance and Honors Programs, and almost every high school offers Advanced Placement classes.

Students currently enrolled in the eighth grade at a JCPS school will au-tomatically be enrolled in the high school that serves their address unless they apply for an optional program, magnet program, or magnet school.

Courses at most JCPS high schools are organized around one of !ve Professional Career Theme Programs that offer advanced college and career preparation. Classes go far beyond lectures. Students participate in hands-on, real-world projects in and out of the classroom.

Local companies, community organizations, colleges, and universities partner with JCPS schools to support these programs, so students get expert advice from professionals in the !eld. Many courses offer college credit as well as job shadowing, mentoring, professional certi!cation, co-ops, internships, or apprenticeships.

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and rehearsal spaces. Some schools even have student-run businesses.

Students use industry-stan-dard professional equipment.

and well-equipped libraries and media centers.

Many students earn college credit or professional certi-fication while they’re still in high school.

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! Doss

Slogan: Excellence, Spirit, Character

These are the two highest areas for growth in new jobs, according to Career-builder.com. Doss business students learn how to create and run a company. Both business and information technology (IT) students learn how to use tech-nology to manage business operations. Courses cover such subjects as bank-ing, !nance, business applications, marketing, accounting, computer repair, networking, Web design, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and program-ming. Many of the courses offer both industry certi!cation and college credit.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Doss staff then will contact you and ask you to complete a student survey and to provide an essay, transcripts, attendance records, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Doss attendance area and for other Network 1 students who are accepted into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Programs.

JCPS strives to make the information in this guidebook as com-plete and accurate as possible, but talk to a school representative to make sure you have the most up-to-date information.

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! Fairdale

Professionals who work in legal and public-service !elds are in extremely high demand, according to Federal Jobs Net. The federal govern-ment will have to hire nearly 193,000 people to !ll critical jobs in the !elds during the next several years. Fairdale students are getting ready for these career opportunities by studying the law and social issues and by receiving !re!ghting, police, and emergency medical services training. Special projects give students real-world skills and experiences that make their résumés stand out.

Openings for new teachers will increase 28 percent by 2017, accord-ing to the National Center for Education Statistics. Fairdale education students learn the foundations of teaching and gain experience by working with elemen-tary and middle school students. Education students also learn about colleges and universities where they can continue their studies and career preparation after high school.

Students who are interested in international studies de-velop an in-depth understanding of the global community through opportunities in the Cambridge International Examinations Program. Based at the esteemed Cambridge University in London, the program is a high-rigor, international academic course of studies that offers high school students opportunities for an international diploma and college credit. Cambridge courses are available in English, math, natural sciences, social sciences, global studies, and foreign language. Fairdale is the only Cambridge School in Jefferson County.

(Law/Government Service, Fire, Police, Emergency Medical Services):

Students learn about the operation of heavy equipment, such as bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, and front-end loaders. Fairdale’s program focuses on obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License and on equipment repair and maintenance. Preapprenticeship programs are certi!ed by the Associated Builders and Contractors of Kentuckiana, the National Center for Construc-

tion Education and Research, and Operating Engineers Local 181. When students complete the Heavy Equipment Science Program, they are well prepared for an entry-level job or for ad-ditional study in college.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) Students also must submit an essay and their middle school transcripts to the ninth-grade counselor at Fairdale by . The essay should explain why the student wants to attend Fairdale, and it should be at least one page long. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Fairdale attendance area and for other Network 1 students who are accepted into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Programs. Transportation is provided for most students throughout the district who are accepted into the Heavy Equip-ment Science Program.

SPOTLIGHT

Last April, several Fairdale High seniors used heavy equipment to

earth at Whayne Supply Company, which has had a partnership with the school for several years.

Students in Fairdale’s Heavy Equipment Science Magnet Program often operate several pieces of large machinery on the school’s campus, but the visit to

-ence on even larger earth-moving machines. Each student received one-on-one instruction from Whayne employees, including a Fairdale alumnus.

“If it weren’t for the Fairdale High program, I couldn’t have gotten

a 2002 graduate. As a certified operator and instructor for Whayne, he now travels to sites in Western

to train other heavy equipment operators.

Fairdale’s program is the only one

high school. Students often get summer jobs and internships with such organizations as the Met-ropolitan Sewer District and the Louisville Water Company.

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! Iroquois

(Architecture and Construction)To be competitive, the United States will need to gradu-ate nearly 100,000 new engineers a year for the next decade—about 40,000 a year more than the current number. Iroquois engineering students are getting ready for these career opportunities by building problem-solv-ing skills and mastering a range of tools and technolo-gies (the same tools and technologies that today’s professionals use).

Engineering students receive a broad introduction to the !eld by exploring real-world problems. They also study historical engineering achievements ranging from the Egyptian pyramids to the U.S. highway system to the Ohio River locks and dams. Courses are also avail-able for students who want to focus on architecture or construction.

Cadets learn leadership and citizenship. They build self-con!dence and self-discipline. The Iroquois Navy JROTC Program helps students develop the skills they’ll need to meet the challenges of a military career or any other professional path they choose to follow.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more informa-tion.) After you submit the application, Iroquois staff then may contact you and ask for additional materials, such as teacher recommendations, work samples, and an essay. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transpor-tation is provided for most students who live in the Iro-quois attendance area and for other Network 1 students who are accepted into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Programs or the Navy JROTC Program.

! Pleasure Ridge Park

Communication skills are in demand across occupa-tions, according to a U.S. Department of Labor report on the fastest-growing careers. At Pleasure Ridge Park (PRP), courses cover such subjects as video produc-tion, print media, graphic arts, and performing arts. Stu-

dents get many chances to practice their craft and show off their skills. Whether they’re painting murals, acting on stage, creating digital art, writing a short story or novel, editing news articles, anchoring a news broadcast, or directing a !lm, students receive both solid academic instruction and practical experience.

(publications and video production):

(graphic communications):

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) Students also must submit an essay and their middle school transcripts to the ninth-grade counselor at PRP by . The essay should explain why the student wants to attend PRP, and it should be at least one page long. School staff may also review such appli-cation materials as work samples, attendance records, test scores, and recommendations. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the PRP atten-dance area and for other Network 1 students who are accepted into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Programs.

! Valley

Health-care careers are among the highest paying, and they’ll make up 7 of the 20 fastest-growing occupations during the next several years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Valley health-care students learn about a range of possible careers and develop basic skills in each medical !eld. Courses provide preparation for both an entry-level job and for additional study in college. Mentoring, real-world health-care environments, job-shadowing experiences, and internships show students how the pros do it. Many students earn professional health-care certi!cation be-fore they graduate from high school.

Career opportunities are ex-panding rapidly because of the challenges of maintain-ing a healthy environment. Valley environmental stu-dents investigate the world in the classroom, the lab, and the !eld. They explore current issues and study possible solutions to environmental problems.

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Cadets learn leadership and citizenship. They build self-con!dence and self-discipline. The Valley Navy JROTC Program helps students develop the skills they’ll need to meet the challenges of a military career or any other professional path they choose to follow.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Valley staff then may contact you and ask for additional materials, such as teacher recommendations, work samples, and an essay. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is pro-vided for most students who live in the Valley attendance area and for other Network 1 students accepted into one of the Professional Career Theme Programs or the Navy JROTC Program.

! Western High

Provides the district’s only Early College Program, the Culinary Arts Program, and the Advance ProgramTechnology instruction includes GIS, Help Desk, A+, and Net+. Students can earn industry certi!cations.Student activities include drama, debate, chess, or-chestra, the Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), mock trial, Investment Club, Beta Club, and Art Club.

Developed by JCPS and Jefferson Community and Technical College (JCTC), the Early College Program allows students to earn more than 30 free college credits in a variety of courses:

—Western educators and JCTC instructors teach college courses on the high school campus.

—Selected seniors take courses from JCTC instructors on the college campus.

—Western and JCTC offer online courses taught through both videoconferencing and classroom work.

—College credit is awarded for online courses through the College NOW! Program.

—College credit is awarded for technical courses taught by high school faculty.

An Early College counselor at Western helps students with scheduling, deciding which courses to take, and getting referrals. Students and their parents receive services that reduce barriers to go-ing to college, including free tutoring and mentoring, !nancial aid counseling, and TARC transportation to JCTC. Students can transfer the Early College cred-its they earn to JCTC or to any community college

or public university in Kentucky. Some private colleges accept the credits too.

Western students who graduate with a 3.5 grade point average (GPA) or above with at least 21 college credit hours in their Early College coursework receive a full-tuition scholarship to JCTC for an associate in arts/associate in science transfer degree or an associate in applied science technical degree. Any student who completes four years at Western High and maintains a 2.5 or higher GPA will receive a two-year scholarship to JCTC from the Rotary Club’s Western Scholars Program.

Western’s Culinary Arts Program teaches the restaurant business through a partnership with Sullivan University. Hands-on labs focus on the operation of commercial food-preparation equipment, and students get the chance to cater for local businesses, organizations, and schools. Students also learn about nutrition and food safety as well as accounting and many other aspects of restaurant management. As part of the curriculum, quali!ed seniors may choose to work part-time at one of many local restaurants.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Western staff then may contact you and ask for additional materials, such as teacher recom-mendations, work samples, and an essay. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Western attendance area and for students district-wide who are accepted into the Early College Program or the Culinary Arts Program.

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Western Early College and Culinary Arts Magnet Programs

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! Fern Creek Traditional

Slogan: Where tradition meets today

Communication skills are in demand across occupa-tions, according to a U.S. Department of Labor report on the fastest-growing careers. At Fern Creek, courses cover such subjects as radio and television production, print media, graphic arts, and performing arts. Students get many chances to practice their craft and show off their skills. Whether they’re painting murals, acting on stage, creating digital art, writing a short story or novel, editing news articles, anchoring a news broadcast, or directing a !lm, students receive both solid academic instruction and practical experience.

(publications and video production)—

(graphic communica-tions)—

Cadets learn leadership and citizenship. They build self-con!dence and self-discipline. Fern Creek’s Marine Corps JROTC Program helps students de-velop the skills they’ll need to meet the challenges of a military career or any other professional path they choose to follow. Fern Creek cadets have earned numerous awards, including 13 consecu-tive national championships for the Lady Leather-neck Drill Team.

= Districtwide magnet school

Network 2 , you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more infor-mation.) After you submit the application, Fern Creek staff may contact you and ask for additional materials, such as teacher recommendations and work samples. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Fern Creek at-tendance area and for other Network 2 students accept-ed into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Programs or the Marine Corps JROTC Program.

! Jeffersontown

Slogan: At Jeffersontown High, we are one another’s greatest strength.

(Manufacturing and Construction)To be competitive, the United States will need to gradu-ate nearly 100,000 new engineers a year for the next decade—about 40,000 a year more than the current number. Jeffersontown engineering students are get-ting ready for these career opportunities by building problem-solving skills and mastering a range of tools and technologies (the same tools and technologies that today’s professionals use).

Engineering students receive a broad introduction to the !eld by exploring real-world problems. They also study historical engineering achievements ranging from the Egyp-tian pyramids to the U.S. highway system to the Ohio River locks and dams. Courses are also available for students who want to focus on manufacturing or construction.

Cadets learn leadership and citizenship. They build self-con!dence and self-discipline. The Jefferson-town Marine Corps JROTC Program helps students develop the skills they’ll need to meet the challenges of a military career or any other professional path they choose to follow.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Jeffersontown staff may contact you and ask you to provide additional materials, such as recommendations, work samples, and an essay. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Jeffersontown attendance area and for other Network 2 students accepted into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Programs or the Marine Corps JROTC Program.

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! Moore Traditional School

Slogan: Moore is on the Move

Health-care careers are among the highest paying, and they’ll make up 7 of the 20 fastest-growing occupations during the next several years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Moore health-care students learn about a range of possible careers and develop basic skills in each medical !eld. Courses provide preparation for both an entry-level job and for additional study in college. Mentoring, real-world health-care environments, job-shadowing experiences, and internships show students how the pros do it. Many students earn professional health-care certi!cation before they graduate from high school.

Career opportunities are expanding rapidly because of the challenges of maintaining a healthy environment. Moore environmental students investigate the world in the classroom, the lab, and the !eld. They explore current issues and study possible solutions to environmental problems.

Cadets learn leadership and citizenship. They build self-con!dence and self-discipline. The Moore Air Force JROTC Program helps students develop the skills they’ll need to meet the challenges of a military career or any other professional path they choose to follow.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Moore staff may contact you and ask you to provide additional materials, such as recom-mendations and work samples. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Moore attendance area and for other Network 2 students accepted into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Pro-grams or the Air Force JROTC Program.

! Seneca

Slogan: Tradition Guides Us, Achievement Drives Us

Professionals who work in legal and public service !elds are in extremely high demand, according to Federal Jobs Net. The federal government will have to hire nearly 193,000 people to !ll critical jobs in the !elds during the next several years. Seneca students have the opportunity to embrace an academic curriculum that will prepare them for college and provide career exploration within the legal studies. Courses cover Criminal

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Law and Procedure, Advance Trial Practice, Forensic Science, and mock trials in Seneca’s courtroom. Legal projects give seniors real-world skills and experiences that make their résumés stand out.

Openings for new teachers will increase 28 percent by 2017, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Seneca education students learn the foundations of teaching and gain experience by working with elementary and middle school students. Students who complete Seneca’s education program may earn dual credit at various colleges.

Students who are interested in international studies develop an in-depth understanding of the global community. They have the opportunity to learn !ve different languages and to work with govern-ment agencies and international organizations.

Founded in 1967, Seneca’s Marine Corps JROTC Program is one of the oldest continuously operat-ing units in the United States. This four-year pro-gram is designed to instill the values of citizenship, service to the nation, and personal responsibility as well as a sense of belonging and accomplishment. Each year, the program provides more than 180 hours of leadership instruction. Seneca’s JROTC is also the most active unit in the county. The program includes a competitive physical !tness team, a distinguished ri"e and pistol team, and outstanding boys’ and girls’ drill teams. Cadets also complete hundreds of hours of community service each year. Marine Corps JROTC is a challeng-ing program designed to help students meet the demands of college or any career path they choose after graduation.

This four-year program lets students explore and prepare for career opportunities in animal science, equine science, and veterinarian science. Teachers help students develop employment and leadership skills through a combination of hands-on laboratory work, entrepreneurship, and classroom instruction that makes use of community resources. Agri-science students can earn college credit through the University of Kentucky (UK) and Jefferson Community and Technical College (JCTC).

, you first need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more infor-mation.) After you submit the application, Seneca staff

will review your attendance records, grades, and test scores. School staff may also ask for work samples, recommendations, and other application materials. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Seneca attendance area and for students throughout the district who are accepted into the Urban Agriscience Technology Program. Transportation is provided for Network 2 students accepted into one of Seneca’s Professional Career Theme Programs or the Marine Corps JROTC Program.

! Southern

Slogan: Home of Academic and Technical Excellence

These are the two highest areas for growth in new jobs, according to Careerbuilder.com. Southern business students learn how to create and run a company. Both business and information technology (IT) students learn how to use technology to manage business operations.

Courses cover such subjects as banking, finance, busi-ness applications, marketing, accounting, computer re-pair, networking, Web design, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and programming. Many of the courses offer both industry certification and college credit. Southern business students can work in a real branch of the Class Act Federal Credit Union, and they can be part of the National Academy of Finance.

Cadets learn leadership and citizenship. They build self-con!dence and self-discipline. The Southern Army JROTC Program helps students develop the skills they’ll need to meet the challenges of a military career or any other professional path they choose to follow.

Students in this program study metallurgy and plas-tics. As freshmen, they explore a range of technolo-gies, including lasers and robots. During the rest of their high school career, students learn tool making, die making, mold making, and precision machining. The program provides specialized classroom and shop experiences in shaping metal parts. Students develop skills in hand and bench work as well as in the use of machine tools, such as lathes, shapers, milling machines, grinders, and drills. Co-ops (job placement in the industry) are an integral part of the Machine Tool and Die Technology Program.

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This program prepares students for a career in auto mechanics and col-lision repair. In addition to taking basic high school coursework, Trans-portation Technology students start the program by working with small engines to learn the basic principles of mechanics. Then the students learn bumper-to-bumper auto repair by working on entire vehicles in a complete-ly equipped shop. The program also teaches students how to run a service desk, a dispatch office, and a parts department.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Southern staff may contact you for additional materials, such as teacher recommenda-tions and work samples. The school may also review the applicant’s atten-dance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Southern attendance area and for students throughout the district who are accepted into the Transportation Technology Program or the Machine Tool and Die Technology Program. Transportation is provided for most Network 2 students accepted into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Programs or the Army JROTC Program.

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Moore Medicine, Health, and the Environment

Seneca Human Services, Education, and International Studies

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Network 2 Schools at a Glance

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! Academy @ Shawnee

(Aerospace)Over the next decade, there will be thousands of new jobs created in the high-paying, high-demand !eld of aviation. Top professionals in aviation maintenance can earn over $70,000 a year, and top pilots can earn well over $100,000. The Academy @ Shawnee is the only Jefferson County school where students can attend challenging high school classes, learn to "y for free, and qualify for a full scholarship to Jefferson Com-munity and Technical College (JCTC) to complete their certi!cation in aviation maintenance technology.

Beginning with the 2013-14 school year, the Academy will open an innovative middle school program serving about 100 students in grades six through eight. The program will prepare students by helping them develop the core skills needed to be successful at the high school level and beyond. As part of the middle school program, students will engage in real-world aviation ex-periences during 15 days of extended learning time — 5 days in the spring semester after acceptance into the program and 10 days in the summer. The program ( ) will admit students who have a strong record of academic achievement and good attendance—and who are committed to participat-ing in the extended-time experiences.

High school freshmen and sophomores in the Acad-emy’s unique Aerospace: Flight School course use a "ight simulator, participate in three to four familiarization "ights, and study aviation history as well as the math and physics of "ight theory. Intensive Flight School training starts in the eleventh grade. The curriculum is taught by pilots and governed by the Federal Avia-tion Administration (FAA). The course leads students through a rigorous two-year process to earn a pilot’s license, and, yes, students log hours in an actual plane. In fact, students can earn a pilot’s license before they earn a driver’s license.

Freshman Aviation Maintenance Technology students take an exploratory engineering and maintenance course that uses LEGO Mindstorms Robotics to build mechanical skills and enhance the Project Lead the Way curriculum — a science, technology, engineering, and math curriculum used in more than 4,200 schools

nationwide. Aviation Maintenance students also study aviation history and theory. In the eleventh and twelfth grades, the students work toward the Airframe and Powerplant Licenses. Any student who graduates from the Academy and is college- or career-ready as de!ned by the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) will be able to complete the licenses at JCTC for free.

Engineering students bene!t from the project-based, hands-on Project Lead the Way curriculum in all courses. Beginning courses include Intro to Engineering and Prin-ciples of Design. Ultimately, there will be a capstone course in the four-course sequence in which students may special-ize in aerospace engineering and create a self-designed project. Advanced work provides excellent preparation for college and university engineering schools.

The Academy also is expanding aerospace-related elec-tives, such as a robotics course based on the work of Seymour Pappert and LEGO Mindstorms.

Cadets learn leadership and citizenship. They build self-con!dence and self-discipline. The Navy JROTC Program helps students develop the skills they’ll need to meet the challenges of a military career or any other professional path they choose to follow.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Academy staff may contact you for additional application materi-als, such as recommendations and work samples. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most district students who are accepted into one of the school’s aerospace programs. Transportation is provided for Network 3 students who are accepted into the Navy JROTC Program or the Engineering Program.

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! Atherton

Slogan: The Atherton Advantage—Excellence in Education

Professionals who work in legal and public service !elds are in extremely high demand, according to Federal Jobs Net. The federal government will have to hire nearly 193,000 people to !ll critical jobs in the !elds during the next several years. Atherton students are getting ready for these career opportunities by studying the law and social issues. Special projects give students real-world skills and experiences that make their résumés stand out.

Openings for new teachers will increase 28 percent by 2017, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Atherton education students learn the foundations of teaching and gain experience by working with elementary and middle school students. Education students also learn about colleges and universi-ties where they can continue their studies and career preparation after high school.

Students who are interested in international studies develop an in-depth understanding of the global community. They learn a world language, and they work with government agencies and international organizations. Through Atherton’s International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, students can earn a diploma that is recognized for admission at universities worldwide.

(Law/Government Services)

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Atherton staff may contact you and ask you to provide additional materials, such as recommendations and work samples. The school may also review the applicant’s grades, attendance records, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Atherton attendance area and for students throughout the district who are ac-cepted into the International Studies/IB Program. Transportation is provided for Net-work 3 students who are accepted into the Education or Human Services Program.

! Ballard

Slogan: We are Ballard! Excellence in Academics! Excellence in Athletics! Excellence in the Arts!

Communication skills are in demand across occupations, according to a U.S. Department of Labor report on the fastest-growing careers. At Ballard, courses cover such subjects as video production, print media, graphic arts, and performing arts. Students get many chances to practice their craft and show off their skills. Whether they’re painting murals, acting on stage, creating digital art, writing a short story or novel, editing news articles, anchoring a news broadcast, or directing a !lm, students receive both solid academic instruction and practical experience.

(publications and video production)

(graphic communications)

SPOTLIGHT

Student teams from Atherton, Sen-eca, and Eastern High participated in the first-ever Amazing Global

business scenarios and role-

last school year on the Bellarmine University campus. Each team had to go through several simulated scenarios, including traveling to another country, attending meet-ings with business people who

-ing contracts to produce or sell a product or service.

Although the activities were simulated, the students learned

student Lorena Maldonado says she learned about the importance of being familiar with other cultures and their customs. The photo below shows the members of her

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, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Ballard staff may contact you and ask for additional application materials, such as recommendations and work samples. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Ballard attendance area and for other Network 3 students accepted into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Programs.

! Eastern

Slogan: Metro Louisville’s Premier Technology Choice

These are the two highest areas for growth in new jobs, according to Careerbuilder.com. Eastern business students learn how to create and run a company. Both business and information technology (IT) students learn how to use technology to manage business operations. Courses cover such subjects as banking, !nance, business applications, marketing, accounting, computer repair, networking, Web design, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and pro-gramming. Many of the courses offer both industry certi!ca-tion and college credit.

Cadets learn leadership and citizenship. They build self-con!dence and self-discipline. The Eastern Army JROTC Program helps students develop the skills they’ll need to meet the challenges of a military career or any other profes-sional path they choose to follow.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, Eastern staff may contact you and ask for additional materials, such as recommenda-tions and work samples. The school may also review the student’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Eastern attendance area and for other Network 3 students who are accepted into one of the school’s Professional Career Theme Programs or the Army JROTC Program.

! Waggener

Slogan: Making every student college ready, one WILDCAT at a time!

Health-care careers are among the highest paying, and they’ll make up 7 of the 20 fastest-growing occupations during the next several years, accord-

ing to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Waggener health-care students learn about a range of possible careers and develop basic skills in each medical !eld. Courses provide preparation for both an entry-level job and for additional study in college. Mentoring, real-world health-care environ-ments, job-shadowing experiences, and internships show students how the pros do it. Many students earn profes-sional health-care certi!cation before they graduate from high school.

Career opportunities are ex-panding rapidly because of the challenges of maintaining a healthy environment. Waggener environmental students investigate the world in the classroom, the lab, and the !eld. They explore current issues and study possible solu-tions to environmental problems.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more informa-tion.) After you submit the application, Waggener staff may contact you and ask for additional materials, such as recommendations and work samples. The school may also review the applicant’s attendance records, grades, and test scores. Transportation is provided for most students who live in the Waggener attendance area and for other Network 3 students accepted into one of the school’s Pro-fessional Career Theme Programs.

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At each of the following schools, incoming freshmen who live outside the net-work may apply by entering the Open Enrollment code on the application form. Transportation may or may not be provided for students accepted into a school through Open Enrollment.

Network 1Doss: 100OEXFairdale: 057OEXIroquois: 335OEXPleasure Ridge Park: 075OEXValley: 033OEXWestern: 084OEX

Network 2Fern Creek: 012OEXJeffersontown: 065OEXMoore: 155OEXSeneca: 073OEXSouthern: 031OEX

Network 3Academy @ Shawnee: 590OEXAtherton: 018OEXBallard: 105OEXEastern: 007OEXWaggener: 051OEX

SPOTLIGHT

Michael Wagers, chief flight in-structor for the Aerospace: Flight School Magnet Program at the Academy @ Shawnee, has been accredited as a Master Certified Flight Instructor (CFI). There are about 93,000 CFIs in the United States, but fewer than 700 have achieved master certification, which is a national accreditation recognized by the Federal Aviation

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! Brown School

Courses in English and math are aligned to College Board Standards with the official pre-Advanced Placement curriculum, SpringBoard.Advanced Placement courses are available to stu-dents in grades nine through twelve.College/Career readiness preparation is enhanced through the unique Junior Seminar Course.Recognizes, respects, and fosters the unique po-tential of each student in an informal environment that re"ects the diversity of our communityServes about 700 elementary, middle, and high school students in the same buildingDual-credit courses are available through Bellar-mine University’s Advanced College Credit for Ex-ceptional Secondary Students (ACCESS) Program.A unique partnership with the Jefferson Community and Technical College (JCTC) system allows Brown students to enroll in JCTC courses without paying tuition.

You must attend an open house or a sched-uled building tour before applying to Brown. After attending the open house or tour, you will need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) Then, after you submit the applica-tion, Brown staff will contact you for additional materi-als, such as teacher recommendations and a writing sample. Brown staff will review the applicant’s grades, attendance records, and standardized test scores. The school also may request interviews with applicants. They should be able to show evidence of possessing time-management and decision-making skills in order to thrive in a less-structured school environment. Brown considers geographic diversity in selecting students. Parents of siblings who share the same birth date (twins, triplets, etc.) must submit a separate application

for each child, but their applications will be considered together. Brown School does not give admission prefer-ence to siblings of current students. Transportation is not provided for Brown School students.

! Central High School Magnet Career Academy

Slogan: Where tradition meets opportunity. Welcome home to Central!

Offers the Advance ProgramProvides a precollege curriculum that includes ten specialized programs in four areas of concentra-tion: business, law and government, technology, and allied healthLets freshmen sample each of the magnet areas before choosing a specialtyOffers certi!cations in !ve medical programsEmphasizes the application of theory through the operation of real businesses and training labsOffers the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) ProgramHonored by BusinessWeek and McGraw-Hill for successfully preparing students for college and careers

Students learn how to run a business, and they get hands-on experience. Through partnerships with such corporations as Papa John’s International and Speedway, Central’s program makes the most of available resources in Louisville’s business com-munity. Sophomores participate in job shadowing. Juniors can take !eld trips to explore the world of business. Seniors can participate in internships or co-op employment.

The curriculum for this program includes A+ Core Hardware, A+ Operating Systems, Network+, and Help Desk. In addition, Central is one of !ve public high schools in Jefferson County offering a program in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Sophomore technology students can complete A+ certi!cation. Juniors can complete Network+ and Linux+ for industry certi!cations. Seniors can par-ticipate in internships or co-op employment. Cen-tral has formed partnerships with leading members of the local technology community, including Argo Networks, ITT Technical Institute, the University of Louisville (UofL), and the University of Kentucky (UK).

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This program was created for students who have a passion for providing care for others and who dream of a career in the medical !eld. By offer-ing certi!cations in several programs—including Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant, and Nurs-ing Assistant—Central helps students jump-start their careers. Job shadowing and college credit are available. Long-standing corporate and collegiate partnerships support Central’s medical programs.

This college-preparatory program helps students learn the basic theories and principles of law while they explore the many careers that are available in the !eld. Students also can gain experience in legal research and writing, and they can partici-pate in mock trials. Sophomores participate in job shadowing at the courthouse. Juniors can take !eld trips to the courthouse and interview attorneys and judges. Seniors can participate in internships or co-op employment. Central has formed a partnership with the UofL law school and leading members of the Louisville law community.

This program prepares students for the world of veterinary work and the rigors of a college vet-erinary technician program. Classes range from Anatomy to Zoonotic Diseases. Sophomores can participate in job shadowing, juniors can work in a clinical setting at school, and seniors have op-portunities to participate in internships or co-op employment. The program helps students become certi!ed Veterinarian Nutritional Advocates and receive three hours of college credit in Animal Science. Central has formed multiple partnerships with leading members of the Louisville veterinary community, including the Louisville Zoo, Metro Animal Services, and private veterinarians.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more infor-mation.) After you submit the application, Central staff will contact you to ask for a student writing sample and recommendations from math and science teach-ers as well as a recommendation from a counselor or principal. Central also requires a school transcript, attendance records, test scores, and a behavior detail report. Transportation is provided for most students ac-cepted into Central. For more information on Central’s programs and the application process, visit

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! DuPont Manual

Slogan: Diversity. Excellence. Tradition.

Offers communications, college preparation, math/science/technology, and visual arts programs to students districtwideOffers 27 Advanced Placement courses (the most of any Kentucky high school) as well as the Ad-vance ProgramProvides academic classes for Youth Performing Arts School (YPAS) students (And Manual stu-dents can enroll in comprehensive arts classes.)Has the highest ACT average of any Kentucky high schoolHas the most National Merit Semi!nalists in the state as well as the most Governor’s Scholars and the most students selected for the Governor’s School for the ArtsThe Class of 2012 received $48.4 million in schol-arships, and 99 percent of the students are now attending a college, university, or conservatory.College-credit classes are available through partnerships with UofL, Bellarmine University, and JCTC.

This program teaches broadcasting and journal-ism. It also covers advertising, graphic design, photography, and desktop publishing. Seniors operate the school radio station, and they have the opportunity to devote part of their school day to internships. All students use state-of-the-art technology in studio and newsroom settings. Manual students produce a school newspaper and magazine as well as daily newscasts and a weekly newsmagazine show. In addition, students produce the online magazine Manual Redeye.

This program offers advanced preparation for college. Students may choose from a wide range of preparatory classes in all academic areas. Quali!ed students have the opportunity to earn college credit during their junior and senior years. Dual-credit courses in precalculus, creative writing, English, and accounting from UofL and Bellarmine University are offered on Manual’s campus. Stu-dents also can attend UofL to take regular college courses.

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This program offers a rigorous course of study for students who have scienti!c minds. Emphasizing the application of math and science to technologi-cal !elds, the program provides extensive oppor-tunities for lab work and computer-aided research. Students may take specialized courses in computer science, electronics, and higher-level math.

This program helps students produce a portfolio of work that could help them gain acceptance to a college or university art program. Nineteen art classes are available. Most students complete 8 to 12 of them in addition to general academic require-ments. The Manual Visual Arts Center includes 11 professionally equipped studios for drawing, painting, computer graphics, ceramics, sculpture, architectural design, textiles/!ber art, and photog-raphy. Manual has six full-time art instructors. They are practicing artists who exhibit work regionally and nationally.

, you !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, you will need to send additional materials to Manual, such as an activities-and-interests survey, teacher recom-mendations, and work samples. Manual will contact you after you submit the application form. For complete details on the additional information you need to send to Manual, call or visit

and click the Admissions link.

Applicants to the MST Program who are completing the MST Program at Farnsley, Meyzeek, or Newburg Middle School will be reviewed before other applicants. For Manual’s Visual Arts Program, students from Western Middle (a Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School) and students who are completing Noe Middle’s Visual and Performing Arts Program will be reviewed before other applicants. Transportation is pro-vided for students who are accepted into Manual. The school does not give preference to siblings of enrolled students or to siblings who are applying together.

! Western High

See page 22 for more information on Western.

! Youth Performing Arts School

Slogan: The stars of tomorrow in performance today

One of only two Kentucky high schools that offer performing arts majors—including Dance, Theatre, Musical Theatre, Design and Production (Technical Theatre), Vocal Music, Instrumental Music (includ-ing Band and Orchestra), and PianoProvides outstanding facilities and numerous opportunities for students to performHas received local, state, national, and interna-tional recognitionServes as a model for other performing arts schools throughout the nationThe faculty is a carefully selected team of profes-sional artist-teachers.Annually hosts 65 to 100 college, university, and conservatory representatives who audition seniors for placement in postsecondary performing arts programsStudents take academic classes at nearby duPont Manual High.

This program helps students who are already pro!-cient with a wind or percussion instrument develop their skills to advanced levels. Course offerings include Intermediate Band, Symphonic Band, Chamber Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Jazz Improvisation. Concerts, national festivals, musicals, operas, and dance performances provide solo and ensemble performance opportunities.

The YPAS Dance Department offers career training and college preparation. Students receive a strong technical foundation in ballet and modern dance. Course offerings include Ballet/Pointe, Levels I–IV; Modern, Levels I–IV; and Dance Ensemble, Levels II, III, and IV. Five dance studios are available, and professional musicians accompany classes.

YPAS is the only Kentucky high school that offers technical theatre for high school credit. The Design and Production Department provides training in such areas as theatrical drafting, stage lighting, electric-ity, sound, props, costume design, and the design and construction of scenery. Practical experience is provided through well-equipped costume and scene shops, newly installed lighting and sound systems, and a computer-assisted drafting facility.

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Musical Theatre majors study with the faculty of the Dance, Theatre, and Vocal Departments in an integrated and sequenced curriculum. In dance, students learn ballet, jazz, modern, folk, and theatre dance—with a strong emphasis on American tap dance. In vocal music classes, students de-velop their voices based on classical techniques of solo singing, and they participate in small and large vocal ensembles. Music studies also include basic keyboard technique, composition, and advanced music theory. In theatre classes, students develop their total instrument (body, voice, mind, and heart).

The YPAS Orchestra Department consists of the YPAS Philharmonia (primarily for Orchestra majors), the YPAS Chamber Strings Orchestra (for Orchestra majors only), and the Manual Concert Orchestra (for advanced Manual students). In addition, selected students often participate in the Pit Orchestra for school musicals.

The YPAS Piano curriculum is modeled after traditional college course requirements for piano majors. Students are assigned a standard solo repertoire from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist, and Modern Eras. Keyboard theory and technique are studied through scale and arpeggio practice, chord progressions, and various etudes. Perfor-mance classes are held throughout each semester, and students annually perform two evening recitals. The YPAS Piano Classroom is fully equipped with Yamaha Clavinova digital pianos, a Yamaha C1 conservatory grand, a Zuckerman harpsichord, and a range of music software.

The YPAS Theatre Program encompasses training; creative and imagi-native exploration; and the history, literature, and production of the the-atre. The sequence of study includes Voice and Diction, Effective Body Alignment, Movement Techniques, Improvisation, Creative Dramatics, Monologue and Scene Study, Theatre History, Character Analysis, Audi-tion Techniques, Mask Study, Stanislavski and Cohen Technique, Acting Theory, Period Styles Study, Play Analysis, and Career Preparation.

YPAS vocal students learn the fundamentals of solo and choral singing as well as basic musicianship and the principles of music theory. Individual instruction in music reading provides a framework for vocal development in small, experience-level-appropriate classes. Diction, interpretation, breath

management, and musical terminology are all integral parts of a well-rounded musical education.

The school accepts students from all areas of Jefferson Coun-ty, but enrollment is limited and admission is competitive. You !rst need to complete the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) After you submit the application, YPAS requires you to send additional application materials, such as a résumé, a recent photo, a transcript from the student’s present school, student pro!le forms, and a one-page essay on why the student wants to attend YPAS. Students also must audition at the school, unless they’re applying for the Design and

SPOTLIGHT

Last spring, the YPAS Percussion Ensemble performed a piece that no one had ever played before.

“Hurtling Through Space ... at an

for the YPAS group, and he visited the school for the final rehearsals and the concert.

for college and professional musi-cians—was thrilled with the YPAS performance, says the director of

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Production (Technical Theatre) Program, in which case they’ll need to attend an interview. (They won’t need previous experience in the technical theatre !eld, but they’ll be encouraged to bring examples of artwork or photographs of previous design projects to the inter-view.) For more information, including details on audi-tions for speci!c majors, call or visit

. Transportation is provided for most district students accepted into YPAS.

Students from Western Middle, a Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School, and students who are completing Noe Middle’s Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Program will be reviewed before other YPAS applicants.

Traditional education provides a back-to-basics learn-ing environment characterized by:

A focus on core subjects and grade-level course-work.Highly structured, orderly classrooms that require strict adherence to school rules (including dress codes) and that require homework nightly.A mission centered on time-tested instructional ap-proaches that help students build basic knowledge and gain competence in fundamental skills.

Butler Traditional High and Louisville Male High are traditional magnet schools that serve students district-wide.

! Butler Traditional

Slogan: Butler: a tradition of excellence!

Recognized as a Kentucky Education Reform Act (KERA) Rewards SchoolProvides Advanced Placement coursesOffers the Honors ProgramProvides a range of academic, music, drama, ser-vice, and special-interest clubs and activitiesOffers the Army Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) Program

! Louisville Male

Slogan: Anybody can, but Male does.

Offers Advanced Placement and the Honors ProgramProvides a rigorous college preparatory curriculum that prepares students for college and scholarship opportunities in a traditional settingOffers dual-credit courses through the University of Louisville (UofL) and Bellarmine UniversityOffers every Kentucky High School Athletic As-sociation (KHSAA)-sanctioned boys and girls sport as well as a diverse selection of music, foreign language, drama, academic, and many other types of clubs and activitiesAbout 98 percent of students enroll in college, and they receive millions in scholarships every year.Offers the Army JROTC Program

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, use code 045STX (Butler) or 047STX (Male) on the JCPS online application. (See page 3 for more information.) Don’t list Butler or Male as a sec-ond choice on the application. Applications for these schools are randomly selected for available openings, and students are included in the random-draw list only if the program or school is listed as the !rst choice.

Parents of siblings who share the same birth date (twins, triplets, etc.) must submit a separate application for each child, but these applications will be considered together. Traditional magnet schools give no priority to siblings of students previously enrolled. Transportation is provided for most students who are accepted into Butler or Male.

Because most students enter a traditional magnet school or program during the elementary grades, open-ings may be limited in high school.

Exceptional Child Education (ECE) services are available to JCPS students with disabilities. Students receive specially designed instruction to meet their individual needs as described on each student’s Individual Education Program (IEP).

IEP development and placement are determined by the student’s Admissions and Release Committee (ARC), which includes parents. To the maximum extent possible, students with disabilities are educated with students who are not disabled. JCPS offers a place-ment continuum that includes regular classes with co-teaching, resource rooms, separate classes, separate schools, home instruction, and instruction in hospitals.

Most JCPS schools serve students with disabilities. JCPS also offers specialty groupings of students with similar needs at speci!c schools. Specialty groupings include Visually Impaired (VI), Hearing Impaired (HI), Functional Mental Disability (FMD), Autism (AU), and Multiple Disabilities (MD). The ECE Parent Resource Center ( ) offers information on special education services. Parent Liai-sons help parents work in partnership with their child’s school. Other contact numbers include ECE Programs ( ) and ECE Assessment ( ). If your child is new to JCPS and already has an IEP from a previous school, contact ECE Placement ( ). The ECE Web site is located at

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Information to assist parents with school-related issues

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Offers academic support during language transition

..................................Answers to basic questions and transfers to other departments for in-depth information; call this number if you don’t know where to call.

Application Code Quick Reference Guide

! Middle Schools Academy @ Shawnee

Middle School Program: 590MGC

BrownSelf-Directed Learning: 165MGA

CrosbyLiberal Arts Academy: 119OPA

HighlandFine Arts: 320OPAInternational Studies: 320MGA

Jefferson, ThomasCommunications: 090MGA

LassiterEnvironmental Education: 133OPA

Mathematics/Science/Technology (MST) Programs

Farnsley, Meyzeek, and Newburg: MSTXXX

Moore TraditionalEnvironmental and Life Science: 155OPA

NoeGifted and Talented: 435MGAVisual and Performing Arts: 435MGB

Olmsted Academy NorthAll-Boys School: 620MGA

Olmsted Academy SouthAll-Girls School: 730MGA

StuartHealth Careers: 144OPA

Traditional Magnet SchoolsBarret, Jefferson County, and Johnson: MMMXXX

Western Middle Visual and Performing Arts: 710MGA

WestportMontessori: 077MGA

! High Schools

Network 1Doss

Business and Finance: 100TECInformation Technology: 100TEB

FairdaleHuman Services (Law/Government Service, Fire, Police, EMS): 057MGAEducation: 057TEMInternational Studies: 057TECHeavy Equipment Science: 057MGB

IroquoisEngineering: 335TEXArchitecture: 335TECConstruction: 335MGANavy JROTC: 335TPR

Pleasure Ridge ParkCommunications: 075TEBElectronic and Print Media: 075TEAVisual and Performing Arts: 075TEC

ValleyMedical Arts and Sciences: 033TEBAllied Health: 033TECEnvironmental Science: 033TEANavy JROTC: 033TPR

WesternEarly College: 084MGCCulinary Arts: 084MGB

Network 2Fern Creek

Communications: 012TEDElectronic and Print Media: 012TEBVisual and Performing Arts: 012TECMarine Corps JROTC: 012TPR

JeffersontownEngineering: 065TEXManufacturing: 065TEAConstruction: 065TECMarine Corps JROTC: 065TPR

MooreMedical Arts and Sciences: 155TEBHealth: 155TECEnvironmental Science: 155TEDAir Force JROTC: 155TPR

SenecaHuman Services (Law/Government Services): 073TECEducation: 073TEMInternational Studies: 073TEBUrban Agriscience Technology: 073MGAMarine Corps JROTC: 073TPR

SouthernBusiness and Finance: 031TECInformation Technology: 031TEDTransportation Technology: 031MGAMachine Tool and Die Technology: 031MGBArmy JROTC: 031TPR

Network 3Academy @ Shawnee

Engineering: 590TEXAerospace: Flight School: 590MGAAerospace: Aviation Maintenance Technology: 590MGBNavy JROTC: 590TPR

AthertonHuman Services (Law/Government Service): 018TEAEducation: 018TEMInternational Studies/International Baccalaureate: 018MGA

BallardCommunications: 105TEAElectronic and Print Media: 105TEBVisual and Performing Arts: 105TEC

EasternBusiness and Finance: 007TEAInformation Technology: 007TEBArmy JROTC: 007TPR

WaggenerMedical Arts and Sciences: 051TEEHealth: 051TEFEnvironmental Science: 051TEG

! Districtwide Magnet SchoolsAcademy @ Shawnee

Aerospace: Flight School: 590MGAAerospace: Aviation Maintenance Technology: 590MGB

BrownSelf-Directed Learning: 165MGA

Central High School Magnet Career Academy (MCA)

Banking, Finance, Business Management, Entrepreneurship: 179MGBComputer Technology: 179MGADental/Pharmacy/PreMed/Nursing: 179MGDLegal/Governmental Services (Law): 179MGCVeterinary Science: 179MGE

DuPont Manual HighHigh School/University: 200MGAJournalism and Media Arts: 200MGCMathematics/Science/Technology: 200MGDVisual Arts Program: 200MGB

Western Early College: 084MGCCulinary Arts: 084MGB

Youth Performing Arts SchoolBand: Wind and Percussion Instruments: 940MGEDance: 940MGBDesign and Production (Technical Theatre): 940MGDMusical Theatre: 940MGH Orchestra: Stringed Instruments: 940MGGPiano: 940MGFTheatre (Drama/Acting): 940MGAVocal Music: 940MGC

! Open Enrollment(See page 30.)

Network 1Doss: 100OEXFairdale: 057OEXIroquois: 335OEXPleasure Ridge Park: 075OEXValley: 033OEX Western: 084OEX

Network 2Fern Creek: 012OEXJeffersontown: 065OEXMoore: 155OEXSeneca: 073OEXSouthern: 031OEX

Network 3Academy @ Shawnee: 590OEXAtherton: 018OEXBallard: 105OEXEastern: 007OEXWaggener: 051OEX

! Traditional Program Magnets

Butler Traditional High: 045STXLouisville Male High: 047STX

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