Our SCMS Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) team is working on a special project: imagining what Spencer County might look like 100 years from now.
But before we look to the future, we want to hear from YOU, our community, about what makes Spencer County so special today. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts by filling out our short survey. Your input will help us preserve what matters most as we dream about Spencer Countyโs future!
https://forms.gle/uQckG9c74jK59ZVcA
We want to make you aware that a water main break in the area has led Spencer County High School to cancel after-school activities today. Our team is in constant communication with the City, and we are grateful for their quick response and partnership.
At this time, we do not anticipate any impact on school operations for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 3, 2025. If that changes for any reason, we will notify you immediately.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we work together to keep things running smoothly.
Dr. Willie Foster
September is STLP kick off month and Iโm excited to share that our school will be expanding the Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) to include monthly school-wide challenges!
Our first STLP monthly challenge kicks off today:
LINE & BRUSH DESIGN COMPETITION
Dates: September 5 โ September 30, 2025
Instructions:
-Create original artwork using a computer, tablet, or website.
-Draw everything yourself using a mouse, stylus, or fingerโno clip art or copied images.
-Use any app or software you like (Procreate, Sketchbook, Krita, etc.) as long as the work is entirely your own creation.
All they have to do to enter is email Ms. Gabrie (micayla.gabrie@spencer.kyschools.us) their designs! We hope to see students across all grades participate and share their creativity!
-Making no-bake cooking creations
-Using a ProScope to explore crime scene evidence
-Practicing 911 dispatcher calls
-Designing Sprite characters using our knowledge of pixels
-Learning how to change a sink faucet
-Caring for infants in child development
-Exploring the science of levers
Itโs amazing to see our students problem-solve, collaborate, and explore the real-world skills behind so many different careers.
Weโre kicking off a new year of Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) at SCMS! If youโre ready to explore technology, creativity, problem-solving, and leadership, STLP is the place for you!
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Date: Thursday, September 4th
โฐ Time: 5:00 PM
๐ Location: SCMS Library
This will be an informational meeting for students and parents to learn what STLP is all about, the exciting opportunities it offers, and how to get involved. Students will also have the chance to sign up during the meeting.
I am writing to you today with some exciting news regarding significant renovations and construction that will soon be underway at Spencer County Middle School and Spencer County Elementary School campus. This is a project we have been planning for some time, and it will bring much-needed updates to both of our schools.
This week, youโve probably noticed the arrival of construction vehicles, equipment, and a job trailer as site work begins. This marks the start of an extensive, 20-month project that will transform both schools. We know that growth often comes with a few growing pains, and we appreciate your patience and cooperation as we navigate this process. There will be times when this work will impact our regular routines, especially during arrival and dismissal.
The work will be done in phases and will impact certain areas of the campus at different times. We plan to be in close communication with you through our regular channels as we get more detailed information about those impacts during each phase. The first phase will mainly impact exterior areas.
Just a few highlights of the work that will be completed:
Spencer County Middle School:
Major updates to the mechanical and lighting systems in each classroom
New flooring in the Great Hall / Lobby Area
A new, state-of-the-art multipurpose facility
A full renovation of the existing auditoriumโs seating, lighting, and sound system
Spencer County Elementary School:
Major updates to the mechanical and lighting systems in each classroom
A new roof, guttering, and fascia
A brand new gymnasium
The repurposing of the old gym space into a music/performance space and the addition of classroom space.
These long-overdue updates will ensure our students continue to learn and thrive in a safe and modern environment. We are committed to minimizing disruptions as much as possible while maintaining the highest safety standards for our students and staff.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we begin this important work. We will keep you updated on our progress and any logistical changes throughout the project.
Sincerely,
Dr. Willie Foster
Superintendent, Spencer County Schools
As we navigate this young school year, we want to ensure our district communication systems are a point of pride. Your ability to receive timely and accurate information, especially during an emergency, is one of our top priorities.
Today, we are conducting a comprehensive test of our communication systems, which includes phone calls, text messages, emails, and app notifications. This test will help us verify that our systems are working correctly and that your contact information is up to date.
To help us ensure a seamless communication experience for everyone, we kindly ask that you take a few moments to do the following:
Update Your Information: Whenever you change your phone number or email address, please call your child's school or the district office to have your contact information updated. We can't reach you if our records aren't accurate!
Keep Your SC Schools App Updated: Please make sure the SC Schools app is installed and regularly UPDATED on your device and that notifications are turned ON. This is one of the fastest ways we will communicate important information.
Let Us Know If You Didn't Receive It: If you did not receive this message as a phone call, text, email, and app notification, please let us know so we can help resolve the issue for you.
Thank you for your partnership. We are committed to making sure we can connect with every one of our families. We look forward to a fantastic school year!
Sincerely,
Dr. Willie Foster,
Superintendent
๐๐ฎ๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฌ: ๐๐๐๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐๐ฒ, ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐๐ญ๐ก
As you are aware, we have hired three new full-time drivers to help address capacity challenges and improve on-time arrivals. With that being said, several bus route changes will take effect Monday. These updates will help balance loads, reduce travel times, and keep routes running efficiently. As we continue to grow as a district, we will face some growing pains. Attached is information relating to route changes, an announcement has also been posted in Rooms.
The following routes will have changes โ some are major, some are minor: ๐, ๐, ๐, ๐, ๐, ๐, ๐, ๐๐, ๐๐, ๐๐, ๐๐, ๐๐, ๐๐.
Please verify the stop times and locations for your student. Weโve made high school and middle school loading as efficient as possibleโboth schools now clear the lot in about three minutes. Our elementary departure times depend entirely on how quickly the high school/middle school routes run which is part of the puzzle we are working to solve. With many sports starting earlier, and temperature, our goal is to get students home as quickly as possible.
๐๐ฅ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ โ Please update your childโs transportation tag with the correct route before Monday morning. Stop times are estimates and will briefly change as we run these new routes. There are very few actual stop locations have changed. Some times may be big adjustments, but theyโll help close the gap between first and last drop-offs, get students home earlier, and leave a little more room on buses.
We know it will take a few days to settle into the new schedule, but these changes will make a positive difference for all riders.
If you have any questions, please email cameron.chesser@spencer.kyschools.us or send a message to me in Rooms and I will answer throughout the weekend.
๐๐ข๐๐ฐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ ๐๐ง๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง: (it is easier to view on a computer) https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12StwYiZocJG8K9uCE2OUJIW-gd_T78is?usp=sharing
Weโre excited for our students to explore their futures!
The Career Exploration Lab gives students a hands-on chance to discover careers they never knew they might love: from engineering to culinary arts, robotics to health sciences, and so much more! Theyโll get to experiment with real tools, solve creative challenges, and see how their skills can shine in the real world.
Right now, our students are working hard in Lab Basics to get ready for their modules. Theyโve participated in activities that build teamwork and attention to detail ; skills that are vital for success in the lab (and in life!). Everyone has been super excited to spend time with out class pet (River). A HUGE shout out to Salt River Animal Hospital for taking amazing care of him this summer.
Itโs all about curiosity, creativity, and career readiness ; helping students imagine the possibilities for their future while having a blast!
Learn more about our Career Exploration Lab here: https://sites.google.com/spencer.kyschools.us/grizzlylearningden/home
Our Career Exploration Lab is growing, and we want YOU to be part of the journey! Weโre looking to connect with local businesses, organizations, and professionals who can help inspire and guide our students.
Weโre seeking:
-Field Trip Opportunities : Show students the real-world applications of what theyโre learning
-Guest Speakers : Share your career story and expertise
-Supply Donations : Help keep our hands-on learning going strong
-and other ways to collaborate!
If youโre interested in making an impact and preparing the next generation for success, please fill out this short form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNHbOmL1bNg5SevSmm6-F6hx72fZ8g295Imq6nDnjf_Xzy6w/viewform
Your involvement can make a HUGE difference in shaping studentsโ futures!
Weโre incredibly proud of our SCMS students who gave up part of their summer to showcase the Paxton Patterson Career Exploration Labs at the KASA Conferenceโa statewide event where Kentucky educators gather to learn, lead, and inspire.
Our students represented SCMS with professionalism and pride, sharing the real-world skills they gained this school year. A big thank you to the amazing parents and guardians who helped make this possible by bringing students to the event. Weโre so grateful for your support! A special shoutout to Ms. Gabrie for creating opportunities that push students beyond their comfort zones and into leadership.
Are you READY to kick off the school year with fun, freebies, and excitement?!
๐ Mark your calendars: July 28, 2025
๐ Time: 5:00โ7:00 PM
๐ Location: Spencer County High School (SCHS)
๐ Free school supplies
๐ Fun activities
๐ Community giveaways
๐ And so much more!
๐ REGISTER NOW to join the celebration at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMi02EB68nIBPvLKpTBoKutr5pZt-W7I8xzPDt9TIufhWcJQ/viewform
๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐, ๐๐๐๐- โ The Spencer County Schools Transportation Department is excited to release the preliminary 2025โ2026 school year bus route schedule! To locate your studentโs transportation details, simply find your road on the list and click the corresponding route number to view estimated pick-up and drop-off times.
Families can now access the full route list by clicking the link:
https://bit.ly/spencercountybusroutes
๐๐ฆ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐ง๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ ๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ฌ:
๐๐ญ๐๐๐๐ข๐ง๐ & ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ฌ- We are currently welcoming several new drivers, and some are still in training. As a result, routes and times may change slightly before school begins. We appreciate your patience and flexibility during this period.
๐๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ & ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ญ ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ฌ- We are in the process of hiring several new bus monitors and hope to have monitor assignments finalized by the end of next week. These monitors play a vital role in keeping students safe and supported while on the bus.
๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐๐ ๐๐ข๐๐ค-๐๐ฉ & ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฉ-๐๐๐ ๐๐ข๐ฆ๐๐ฌ- Please note that all pick-up and drop-off times are approximateโparticularly during the first few weeks of school, when changes in enrollment are most common. Please make sure mailbox numbers are visible, this makes it much easier for drivers to locate a student stop.
๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐๐ง๐ญ-๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ข๐๐ข๐ ๐๐จ๐ญ๐ข๐๐ข๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ- Next week, families will receive an individual email confirming the transportation information we have on file for each student. Please review this carefully and let us know if anything needs to be updated.
๐๐ก๐๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ ๐จ๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ ๐ข๐ซ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐๐ฒ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ-
๐๐ฐ๐ญ๐ฐ๐ณ-๐๐ฐ๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ฅ ๐๐ถ๐ด ๐๐ข๐จ๐ด- Just like last year, students will receive color-coded bus tags on the first day of school to help staff and students identify the correct bus quickly and safely.
๐๐ฏ๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ด๐ต๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐๐ฐ๐ถ๐ต๐ฆ ๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐ฃ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ด- Every student is assigned a route number, which is displayed on a small white magnet with a red number located on the front bumper of each school bus. We do not go by the bus number itself. In the event of a breakdown or bus switch, the route number is the consistent identifier. Please help your student learn to look for the red number on the white magnet on the front bumper each day.
๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฌ & ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐๐ญ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐ญ๐ก- As Spencer County continues to grow, some routes have been adjusted to better serve our students and neighborhoods. We thank you for your understanding as we continue improving transportation services districtwide.
๐๐๐๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐๐ฆ- Members of our Transportation Team will be available at Redifest and Open House events across the district. Stop by with any questions; weโre happy to help!
If you have any questions, feel free to contact:
Cameron Chesser
Director of Transportation
cameron.chesser@spencer.kyschools.us
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to a safe, smooth, and successful 2025โ2026 school year!
