๐ข FREE & REDUCED MEAL APPLICATIONS โ ACTION NEEDED
Parents/Guardians: Please be aware that the previous school yearโs meal qualification expires on October 1, 2026.
Due to changes in federal benefit qualifications, including SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs, students who automatically qualified for free or reduced-price meals last year may not automatically qualify this school year.
If you have not yet completed a Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2026โ2027 school year, please take a few minutes to complete one today.
โ An application must be completed EVERY school year โ even if your child was approved for free or reduced-price meals last year.
Completing the application helps ensure your family receives any meal benefits and other supports your child may qualify for through the district.
๐ Complete your application here:
www.MySchoolApps.com
Please take action before October 1 to help prevent an interruption in your childโs meal status.
Thank you for your prompt attention and for helping us make sure our students have access to the resources they need! ๐๐
Parents/Guardians: Please be aware that the previous school yearโs meal qualification expires on October 1, 2026.
Due to changes in federal benefit qualifications, including SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs, students who automatically qualified for free or reduced-price meals last year may not automatically qualify this school year.
If you have not yet completed a Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2026โ2027 school year, please take a few minutes to complete one today.
โ An application must be completed EVERY school year โ even if your child was approved for free or reduced-price meals last year.
Completing the application helps ensure your family receives any meal benefits and other supports your child may qualify for through the district.
๐ Complete your application here:
www.MySchoolApps.com
Please take action before October 1 to help prevent an interruption in your childโs meal status.
Thank you for your prompt attention and for helping us make sure our students have access to the resources they need! ๐๐
Spencer County Community:
I wanted to provide an important update on our districtโs financial status, the passing of our Working Budget, and the significant progress we have made together over the past year. We hope that you will take a moment to read the attached letter.
Letter to Community. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lTQOWyzq0aNlv8uAJg8Qf8CrbkOO4tgQ/view?usp=sharing
FY27 Working Budget https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XTzks2JWxwqKVzGiECYjPkVIS3_5rLGv/view?usp=sharing
Have a great weekend!
Willie"
๐ข FREE & REDUCED MEAL APPLICATIONS โ ACTION NEEDED
Parents/Guardians: Please be aware that the previous school yearโs meal qualification expires on October 1, 2026.
Due to changes in federal benefit qualifications, including SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs, students who automatically qualified for free or reduced-price meals last year may not automatically qualify this school year.
If you have not yet completed a Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2026โ2027 school year, please take a few minutes to complete one today.
โ An application must be completed EVERY school year โ even if your child was approved for free or reduced-price meals last year.
Completing the application helps ensure your family receives any meal benefits and other supports your child may qualify for through the district.
๐ Complete your application here:
www.MySchoolApps.com
Please take action before October 1 to help prevent an interruption in your childโs meal status.
Thank you for your prompt attention and for helping us make sure our students have access to the resources they need!
Parents/Guardians: Please be aware that the previous school yearโs meal qualification expires on October 1, 2026.
Due to changes in federal benefit qualifications, including SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs, students who automatically qualified for free or reduced-price meals last year may not automatically qualify this school year.
If you have not yet completed a Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2026โ2027 school year, please take a few minutes to complete one today.
โ An application must be completed EVERY school year โ even if your child was approved for free or reduced-price meals last year.
Completing the application helps ensure your family receives any meal benefits and other supports your child may qualify for through the district.
๐ Complete your application here:
www.MySchoolApps.com
Please take action before October 1 to help prevent an interruption in your childโs meal status.
Thank you for your prompt attention and for helping us make sure our students have access to the resources they need!
ATTENTION PARENTS & GUARDIANS: Important Deadline Approaching!
Please be aware that as of October 1, 2026, the previous school yearโs qualification for benefits will expire.
Due to recent changes in Federal benefit qualifications (such as SNAP, Medicaid, etc.), students who automatically qualified last year may not meet the criteria this year.
To ensure your studentโs status is not affected on October 1, 2026, it is essential that you fill out a new application as soon as possible.
COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION HERE: https://www.myschoolapps.com
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter!
The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 6:00 pm ET/ 5:00 pm CT. The meeting will be held at the Spencer County Board of Education , 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY. Here is a link the agenda: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_5c1b1XtrcYv2YFA25SF5tT6n5AEPlZU/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
Stop by the Spencer County Bus Garage tonight from 5:00โ7:00 PM to get behind the wheel, test drive a bus, meet our team, and learn what it takes to become a school bus driver.
Weโre looking for full-time and part-time drivers, and no CDL or previous bus-driving experience is required. We provide paid training and help you through the process.
๐ Spencer County Bus Garage
1430 Townhill Road, Taylorsville
โฐ Tonight | 5:00โ7:00 PM
If youโve been thinking about a change, looking for work that follows the school calendar, or just curious about driving a busโcome see us tonight. No commitment. Just come give it a try!
Weโre looking for full-time and part-time drivers, and no CDL or previous bus-driving experience is required. We provide paid training and help you through the process.
๐ Spencer County Bus Garage
1430 Townhill Road, Taylorsville
โฐ Tonight | 5:00โ7:00 PM
If youโve been thinking about a change, looking for work that follows the school calendar, or just curious about driving a busโcome see us tonight. No commitment. Just come give it a try!
ATTENTION SPENCER COUNTY PARENTS!
If you have not yet completed a Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2026โ2027 school year, please take a few minutes to do so TODAY!
This application must be completed EVERY school year โ even if your child was approved for free or reduced-price meals last year.
Completing the application is important and helps ensure your family receives any meal benefits and other supports your child may qualify for within the District.
Complete your application here: https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Thank you for taking a moment to complete this important step for your child!
If you have not yet completed a Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2026โ2027 school year, please take a few minutes to do so TODAY!
This application must be completed EVERY school year โ even if your child was approved for free or reduced-price meals last year.
Completing the application is important and helps ensure your family receives any meal benefits and other supports your child may qualify for within the District.
Complete your application here: https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Thank you for taking a moment to complete this important step for your child!
ATTENTION SPENCER COUNTY PARENTS!
If you have not yet completed a Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2026โ2027 school year, please take a few minutes to do so TODAY!
This application must be completed EVERY school year โ even if your child was approved for free or reduced-price meals last year.
Completing the application is important and helps ensure your family receives any meal benefits and other supports your child may qualify for within the District.
Complete your application here: https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Thank you for taking a moment to complete this important step for your child!
If you have not yet completed a Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2026โ2027 school year, please take a few minutes to do so TODAY!
This application must be completed EVERY school year โ even if your child was approved for free or reduced-price meals last year.
Completing the application is important and helps ensure your family receives any meal benefits and other supports your child may qualify for within the District.
Complete your application here: https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Thank you for taking a moment to complete this important step for your child!
Dear Spencer County Families,
We want to make you aware of a new online trend that has recently gained attention among students called the โCompliment Text.โ
Students may receive a text message that says:
โSomeone at [School Name] sent you a compliment.โ
The unsolicited message includes a link that directs students to an app called Peek: Secret Compliment. Although the message is presented as a positive or harmless โcompliment,โ the app allows users to identify a school and grade level and then anonymously post, comment, and vote in polls about their peers.
These texts do not come from Spencer County Schools. They are created and sent by individuals outside of our district. The use of a school name in the message does not mean the message is affiliated with or endorsed by the school.
โ ๏ธ Please do not click the link.
When a recipient clicks the link, the app may request access to contact information on the device. This can result in the same type of message being sent to people in the user's contact list, causing the trend to spread rapidly from one phone to another.
Because of the anonymous nature of the platform, interactions can quickly move beyond compliments and potentially become a source of inappropriate comments, rumors, bullying, or other negative interactions.
We encourage parents to:
Talk with your child about unexpected text messages and links they receive.
Remind students not to click on the link in these messages.
Do not provide the app with access to contacts or other personal information.
Check your child's phone for messages or apps related to anonymous compliments or peer voting.
Remind students that anonymous posts can still have real consequences for the people involved.
Encourage your child to report anything inappropriate, threatening, harassing, or concerning to a trusted adult.
If your child receives one of these messages, do not click the link or participate in the app. Simply delete the message.
Our goal in sharing this information is to make families aware of this trend so that we can work together to keep our students safe online and promote responsible digital citizenship.
Thank you for your partnership in supporting our students.
We want to make you aware of a new online trend that has recently gained attention among students called the โCompliment Text.โ
Students may receive a text message that says:
โSomeone at [School Name] sent you a compliment.โ
The unsolicited message includes a link that directs students to an app called Peek: Secret Compliment. Although the message is presented as a positive or harmless โcompliment,โ the app allows users to identify a school and grade level and then anonymously post, comment, and vote in polls about their peers.
These texts do not come from Spencer County Schools. They are created and sent by individuals outside of our district. The use of a school name in the message does not mean the message is affiliated with or endorsed by the school.
โ ๏ธ Please do not click the link.
When a recipient clicks the link, the app may request access to contact information on the device. This can result in the same type of message being sent to people in the user's contact list, causing the trend to spread rapidly from one phone to another.
Because of the anonymous nature of the platform, interactions can quickly move beyond compliments and potentially become a source of inappropriate comments, rumors, bullying, or other negative interactions.
We encourage parents to:
Talk with your child about unexpected text messages and links they receive.
Remind students not to click on the link in these messages.
Do not provide the app with access to contacts or other personal information.
Check your child's phone for messages or apps related to anonymous compliments or peer voting.
Remind students that anonymous posts can still have real consequences for the people involved.
Encourage your child to report anything inappropriate, threatening, harassing, or concerning to a trusted adult.
If your child receives one of these messages, do not click the link or participate in the app. Simply delete the message.
Our goal in sharing this information is to make families aware of this trend so that we can work together to keep our students safe online and promote responsible digital citizenship.
Thank you for your partnership in supporting our students.
Weโre still looking for a few great people to join the Spencer County Schools Transportation team!
If youโve ever thought about driving a school bus but werenโt sure if it was for you, come out to our Test Drive a Bus event on Tuesday, September 15 from 5:00โ7:00 PM at the Spencer County Bus Garage, 1430 Townhill Road.
We are looking for both full-time and part-time/substitute bus drivers.
There are a lot of great things about driving a school bus โ a 180-day work calendar, working on the school schedule, summers and school breaks off, paid training, and benefits for full-time employees. It can be a great fit for retirees, parents, or anyone looking for a schedule that gives you more time at home.
You do not need a CDL or any previous bus driving experience to come out. Thatโs what weโre here for! Come meet our team, get behind the wheel, and see what driving a school bus is actually like.
Sometimes you just have to try it to know if itโs for you.
If you have questions, give us a call at 502-477-0006.
Please share โ you never know who on your friends list might be a great fit for our team!
If youโve ever thought about driving a school bus but werenโt sure if it was for you, come out to our Test Drive a Bus event on Tuesday, September 15 from 5:00โ7:00 PM at the Spencer County Bus Garage, 1430 Townhill Road.
We are looking for both full-time and part-time/substitute bus drivers.
There are a lot of great things about driving a school bus โ a 180-day work calendar, working on the school schedule, summers and school breaks off, paid training, and benefits for full-time employees. It can be a great fit for retirees, parents, or anyone looking for a schedule that gives you more time at home.
You do not need a CDL or any previous bus driving experience to come out. Thatโs what weโre here for! Come meet our team, get behind the wheel, and see what driving a school bus is actually like.
Sometimes you just have to try it to know if itโs for you.
If you have questions, give us a call at 502-477-0006.
Please share โ you never know who on your friends list might be a great fit for our team!
Help us keep our routes moving and make a difference for Spencer County students! Weโre looking for dependable people to join the Spencer County Transportation Team as substitute bus drivers.
Not sure if driving a bus is for you? Come test drive one with us and see what itโs all about!
๐ฐ $17.44/hour
๐ Paid training
๐ Work on the school schedule
๐ No experience necessary โ weโll train you!
๐ Come Test Drive a Bus!
๐ September 15th
โฐ 5:00โ7:00 PM
๐ Spencer County Bus Garage
1430 Townhill Road, Taylorsville
No pressure. Come out, get behind the wheel, ask questions, and see if joining our team could be the right fit for you!
๐ Questions? Call 502-477-0006
Weโd love to have you on our team! Help us keep Spencer County moving!
Not sure if driving a bus is for you? Come test drive one with us and see what itโs all about!
๐ฐ $17.44/hour
๐ Paid training
๐ Work on the school schedule
๐ No experience necessary โ weโll train you!
๐ Come Test Drive a Bus!
๐ September 15th
โฐ 5:00โ7:00 PM
๐ Spencer County Bus Garage
1430 Townhill Road, Taylorsville
No pressure. Come out, get behind the wheel, ask questions, and see if joining our team could be the right fit for you!
๐ Questions? Call 502-477-0006
Weโd love to have you on our team! Help us keep Spencer County moving!
NOTICE OF SPECIAL-CALLED BOARD MEETING โ SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Special-Called Work Session on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. CT). The meeting will take place in the Board Meeting Room at the Spencer County Board of Education, located at 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY 40071. The meeting will also be streamed live on the districtโs YouTube channel.
Although this is a Special-Called Meeting, the Board has included a public comment period on the agenda. Members of the community who wish to address the Board will have an opportunity to do so during the Citizens & Delegations portion of the meeting.
During the meeting, the Board will review and consider approval of the proposed 2026โ2027 property tax rate. The proposed rate was initially presented and discussed during the Boardโs August 11 meeting. The Boardโs proposal is to maintain the current property tax rate of 60.1ยข per $100 of assessed value.
We encourage members of our community to review the attached 2026โ2027 Tax Rate Information Explained document prior to the meeting. It provides additional context regarding the tax-rate options available to the Board, the proposed rate, the impact of property assessments and SEEK funding, and the information previously shared with the Board on August 11.
Meeting Agenda: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vU32sP18xzad16hwIA1LzNO0v3Wpd5SF/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
2026โ2027 Tax Rate Information Explained: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jB6VDHcGZx27xG0ftYBl1ezqAdu4UEGO-Mj2eF00Yjc/edit?usp=sharing
August 11 Tax Rate Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1HMX3VzoICyLJuScqhzFJLmGZsLUttUQM/present?slide=id.p1
In accordance with KRS 160.461 and KRS 160.470, the Spencer County Board of Education has rescheduled its Regular Work Session from Tuesday, September 8, 2026, to Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time (5:00 p.m. Central Time) and will be held in the Board Room at 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, Kentucky.
The Board proposed a tax rate on August 11, 2026, and will consider and vote on the proposed tax rate at the September 1 meeting. A Working Budget will also be presented to the Board at this meeting, with final consideration and action scheduled for the Boardโs Regular Meeting on September 22, 2026.
The meeting has been rescheduled to ensure compliance with the timelines and requirements established by Kentucky law.
The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time (5:00 p.m. Central Time) and will be held in the Board Room at 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, Kentucky.
The Board proposed a tax rate on August 11, 2026, and will consider and vote on the proposed tax rate at the September 1 meeting. A Working Budget will also be presented to the Board at this meeting, with final consideration and action scheduled for the Boardโs Regular Meeting on September 22, 2026.
The meeting has been rescheduled to ensure compliance with the timelines and requirements established by Kentucky law.
Weโre growing our team!
Spencer County Schools is seeking Custodians who take pride in supporting our schools and helping create safe, welcoming spaces for our students and staff.
Come be a part of the Spencer County Schools team! Apply today!
https://spencer.schoolspring.com/
Spencer County Schools is seeking Custodians who take pride in supporting our schools and helping create safe, welcoming spaces for our students and staff.
Come be a part of the Spencer County Schools team! Apply today!
https://spencer.schoolspring.com/
Dear Spencer County Schools Families and Community,
The safety and security of our students and staff is our highest priority. As we begin the 2026โ2027 school year, we are providing the following information as part of our responsibility to comply with Kentucky state law.
Please know that this notification is a routine legal requirement. Kentucky law requires schools to provide families with information regarding terroristic threatening laws and penalties, as well as requirements for traceable electronic communication between school employees and students.
We want to make sure our families and community have this information and understand why these requirements are in place.
Traceable Communications System Notification. (Click Here)
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YsaosGnKiMDXVAi5Q_mbFEmE19rNjL2wMWW3IEktDbo/edit?usp=sharing
Kentucky law requires school employees to use approved, traceable communication platforms when communicating electronically with students. This helps ensure that student communications are safe, appropriate, and properly documented.
Terroristic Threatening Notification (Click Here)
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bNwXMl-8_zXz5Xsm08_6NY1pBu7DgunnkZAu6GeOTME/edit?usp=sharing
Kentucky law also requires schools to provide written notice to students, parents, and guardians regarding the laws concerning terroristic threatening and the penalties associated with these offenses. We want our families and students to understand the seriousness of threats made toward schools, students, or staff, including threats made electronically or through social media.
Please take a few minutes to review the information provided below. These notifications are an important part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment for every student and staff member.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep Spencer County Schools safe.
Just a friendly reminder - September 4, 2026 is an Early Release Day for Spencer County Schools.
Last night we were incredibly proud to celebrate the Spencer County High School Varsity Choir!
Out of high school choirs across the commonwealth, our Varsity Choir was chosen as one of only three to perform at the Kentucky Music Educators Conference on February 4th at the Cathedral of the Assumption. This invitation represents the highest honor for high school choral excellence in the State of Kentuckyโand marks a historic first in Spencer County history!
Please join us in giving a huge congratulations to Director Jalei Peters and the entire SCHS Varsity Choir on this magnificent achievement!"
Jalei Peters, Choir Director
Adrianna Blackwell
Bristol Bottoms
Cambree Cox
Addison Davenport
Allana Elander
Carleigh Fogle
Skylar Ford
Kayleigh Grady
Reagan Gross
Lucy Hinkle
Andrea Hopkins
Jasilyn Kelver
Addison Mahurin
Sierra Martin
Angelina Neal
Kyndal Neville
Caydence Noyes
Kennedy Polio
Isabella Powell
Claire Raiser
Ava Roberts
Addison Schindler
Casey Schneidtmiller
Zeely Schwartz
Emma Smith
Raine Smith
Sydney Sponsler
Claire Swope
Savannah Sydenstricker
Carly Waldridge
Jaycee Waters
Harper Wcisel
Out of high school choirs across the commonwealth, our Varsity Choir was chosen as one of only three to perform at the Kentucky Music Educators Conference on February 4th at the Cathedral of the Assumption. This invitation represents the highest honor for high school choral excellence in the State of Kentuckyโand marks a historic first in Spencer County history!
Please join us in giving a huge congratulations to Director Jalei Peters and the entire SCHS Varsity Choir on this magnificent achievement!"
Jalei Peters, Choir Director
Adrianna Blackwell
Bristol Bottoms
Cambree Cox
Addison Davenport
Allana Elander
Carleigh Fogle
Skylar Ford
Kayleigh Grady
Reagan Gross
Lucy Hinkle
Andrea Hopkins
Jasilyn Kelver
Addison Mahurin
Sierra Martin
Angelina Neal
Kyndal Neville
Caydence Noyes
Kennedy Polio
Isabella Powell
Claire Raiser
Ava Roberts
Addison Schindler
Casey Schneidtmiller
Zeely Schwartz
Emma Smith
Raine Smith
Sydney Sponsler
Claire Swope
Savannah Sydenstricker
Carly Waldridge
Jaycee Waters
Harper Wcisel
Congratulations to Jennifer Gable โ August 2026 Row the Boat Recipient!
Last night at the Spencer County Board of Education meeting, bus driver Jennifer Gable was presented with the August 2026 Row the Boat Award.
Jennifer was the driver involved in last weekโs bus accident, and throughout the incident, she demonstrated incredible courage, professionalism, and dedication to our students. Her quick thinking and calm response helped ensure that our students were kept safe and cared for during a frightening situation.
Jenniferโs actions are a powerful example of what it means to Row the Boat โ putting students first, taking responsibility, supporting one another, and doing whatever it takes to move our students and our district forward.
We are incredibly grateful for Jennifer and the way she cares for our students each and every day.
Congratulations, Jennifer! We are proud to have you on our team!
Last night at the Spencer County Board of Education meeting, bus driver Jennifer Gable was presented with the August 2026 Row the Boat Award.
Jennifer was the driver involved in last weekโs bus accident, and throughout the incident, she demonstrated incredible courage, professionalism, and dedication to our students. Her quick thinking and calm response helped ensure that our students were kept safe and cared for during a frightening situation.
Jenniferโs actions are a powerful example of what it means to Row the Boat โ putting students first, taking responsibility, supporting one another, and doing whatever it takes to move our students and our district forward.
We are incredibly grateful for Jennifer and the way she cares for our students each and every day.
Congratulations, Jennifer! We are proud to have you on our team!
