A vacancy exists on the Spencer County Board of Education, as of June 16, 2026 in the seat District # 2 formerly held by Mr. Timothy Truitt. The unexpired term for this seat is set to end on December 31, 2028. The Board will proceed to appoint an individual to fill this seat for the unexpired term pursuant to KRS 160.190 and Board Policy 01.3. Deadline to submit application is July 8, 2026. Applications can be dropped off at the Spencer County Board of Education, 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY. 40071.
Here is the link to the application: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u1FsucKNqRIeX8Petw6C2U4uGA1px1Dl/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
Here is the link to the application: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u1FsucKNqRIeX8Petw6C2U4uGA1px1Dl/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
Spencer County Schools is thrilled to announce that Ms. Lexas Perry has been selected as the new Principal of the Spencer County Early Learning Center.
Ms. Perry will officially assume her role on July 1, 2026, though she will be working closely with our leadership team over the coming weeks to ensure a seamless transition. A familiar face in our district, Ms. Perry has spent the last nine years as a passionate Special Education Teacher, most recently serving our students as the PASS Plus teacher at Taylorsville Elementary.
Her extensive background in early childhood support and her dedication to student success make her the perfect fit for our youngest learners. Please join us in congratulating Ms. Perry and welcoming her to the Early Learning Center family!
Ms. Perry will officially assume her role on July 1, 2026, though she will be working closely with our leadership team over the coming weeks to ensure a seamless transition. A familiar face in our district, Ms. Perry has spent the last nine years as a passionate Special Education Teacher, most recently serving our students as the PASS Plus teacher at Taylorsville Elementary.
Her extensive background in early childhood support and her dedication to student success make her the perfect fit for our youngest learners. Please join us in congratulating Ms. Perry and welcoming her to the Early Learning Center family!
Big news for Spencer County Schools! ๐ฃ
We are proud to announce three new district leadership appointments as part of a strategic reorganization to improve our district's effectiveness and efficiency. We are incredibly fortunate to promote these talented, familiar faces from within our own school family:
๐น Mr. Steven Rucker has been selected as our new Assistant Superintendent. Mr. Rucker previously served as our Chief of Student Supports and is a veteran school administrator in our district.
๐น Ms. Beth St. Bernard has been named Director of Secondary Education after serving beautifully as the Principal of our Early Learning Center for the past two years.
๐น Ms. Mandy Howie will serve as Director of Elementary Education, bringing her rich experience as our Director of State and Federal Programs, an Instructional Coach, and a long-time district teacher.
We are excited for the future of Spencer County Schools under their expanded leadership! Please join us in congratulating each of them on their new roles! ๐ โจ
We are proud to announce three new district leadership appointments as part of a strategic reorganization to improve our district's effectiveness and efficiency. We are incredibly fortunate to promote these talented, familiar faces from within our own school family:
๐น Mr. Steven Rucker has been selected as our new Assistant Superintendent. Mr. Rucker previously served as our Chief of Student Supports and is a veteran school administrator in our district.
๐น Ms. Beth St. Bernard has been named Director of Secondary Education after serving beautifully as the Principal of our Early Learning Center for the past two years.
๐น Ms. Mandy Howie will serve as Director of Elementary Education, bringing her rich experience as our Director of State and Federal Programs, an Instructional Coach, and a long-time district teacher.
We are excited for the future of Spencer County Schools under their expanded leadership! Please join us in congratulating each of them on their new roles! ๐ โจ
ATTENTION SPENCER COUNTY FAMILIES!
Can you believe we are already looking ahead to the 2026-2027 school year?! To help you plan ahead and keep your calendars perfectly synced, we want to give everyone a major heads-up about our upcoming four (4) Early Release Days for the new school year!
On these specific days, all schools will dismiss 2 HOURS EARLIER than normal so our amazing staff can participate in professional development.
๐ MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Save these dates in your phones right now:
September 4, 2026
October 9, 2026
February 12, 2027
March 12, 2027
โฐ DISMISSAL TIMES FOR EARLY RELEASE DAYS:
Because we are letting out 2 hours early, here is exactly when your students will wrap up their day:
Hillview Academy: 12:20 PM
Middle & High School: 12:30 PM
Elementary Schools: 1:40 PM
๐ IMPORTANT BUS NOTE: If your student is a bus rider, this means they will be arriving at their afternoon bus stop exactly two hours earlier than their normal drop-off time! Please make sure someone is there to greet our younger bears!
We appreciate your incredible support and partnership as we work to make the 2026-2027 school year the best one yet!
Please SHARE this post to help us spread the word to all Spencer County parents, grandparents, and caregivers!
Can you believe we are already looking ahead to the 2026-2027 school year?! To help you plan ahead and keep your calendars perfectly synced, we want to give everyone a major heads-up about our upcoming four (4) Early Release Days for the new school year!
On these specific days, all schools will dismiss 2 HOURS EARLIER than normal so our amazing staff can participate in professional development.
๐ MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Save these dates in your phones right now:
September 4, 2026
October 9, 2026
February 12, 2027
March 12, 2027
โฐ DISMISSAL TIMES FOR EARLY RELEASE DAYS:
Because we are letting out 2 hours early, here is exactly when your students will wrap up their day:
Hillview Academy: 12:20 PM
Middle & High School: 12:30 PM
Elementary Schools: 1:40 PM
๐ IMPORTANT BUS NOTE: If your student is a bus rider, this means they will be arriving at their afternoon bus stop exactly two hours earlier than their normal drop-off time! Please make sure someone is there to greet our younger bears!
We appreciate your incredible support and partnership as we work to make the 2026-2027 school year the best one yet!
Please SHARE this post to help us spread the word to all Spencer County parents, grandparents, and caregivers!
The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm EST/ 5:00 pm CT. Here is a link to the agenda:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aM4KIZy6gt2qtOcrXoh7_pk2Mmq-RGSU/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aM4KIZy6gt2qtOcrXoh7_pk2Mmq-RGSU/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00 EST / 5:00 pm CT. The meeting will take place at the Spencer County Board of Education Meeting Room at 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY. HERE is the link to the agenda. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aM4KIZy6gt2qtOcrXoh7_pk2Mmq-RGSU/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Special Called Meeting Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:00 pm ET / 5:00 CT.
Here is a link to the agenda:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EAumY3N7tFn3uTEcebOsp_oPNjyoLZH3/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
Parents and guardians of students receiving special education services in Spencer County Public Schools, your voice matters!
The Kentucky Department of Education is conducting the annual Indicator 8 Parent Survey, which gathers feedback about how well schools are partnering with families to support students with disabilities.
Please take a few minutes to complete the confidential survey. Your honest feedback is greatly appreciated and your responses help us:
โ Strengthen family-school partnerships
โ Improve services and supports for students
โ Identify areas where we can grow and better serve families
Here is the survey link: https://www.kypso.org/parent/
Thank you for being an important partner in your child's education! If you have questions, please contact Todd Russell - Director of Diverse Learning at (502) 477-6787 or todd.russell@spencer.kyschools.us
The Kentucky Department of Education is conducting the annual Indicator 8 Parent Survey, which gathers feedback about how well schools are partnering with families to support students with disabilities.
Please take a few minutes to complete the confidential survey. Your honest feedback is greatly appreciated and your responses help us:
โ Strengthen family-school partnerships
โ Improve services and supports for students
โ Identify areas where we can grow and better serve families
Here is the survey link: https://www.kypso.org/parent/
Thank you for being an important partner in your child's education! If you have questions, please contact Todd Russell - Director of Diverse Learning at (502) 477-6787 or todd.russell@spencer.kyschools.us
โจ Spencer County Proud! โจ
We are excited to celebrate one of our very own Spencer County High School graduates from the Class of 2010, Taylor Carden Kemper, who is now a published author!
Taylorโs debut novel, THE GINGHAMS, is set to hit shelves everywhere on July 28, and we couldnโt be more proud of all she has accomplished. Seeing our graduates chase their dreams and share their talents with the world is what itโs all about!
THE GINGHAMS has been chosen as an American Booksellers Association Kids Indies Introduce Pick! Indies Introduce is a list of the top ten debut middle-grade and YA books publishing within a certain period and acts as a launching pad for new talentโthe books are chosen by a committee of independent booksellers and become featured titles for indie stores across the country!
If youโre looking to support her, THE GINGHAMS is available for preorder now, and early orders come with some fun extras like a signed bookmark and unique stickers to celebrate this exciting release.
๐ Join us in congratulating Taylor and wishing her all the best as she launches her writing career! We canโt wait to see where this journey takes her.
Once a Bear.....Always a Bear!
#SpencerCountyProud #mgbooks #freebies. #booklaunch. #middlegradebooks
We are excited to celebrate one of our very own Spencer County High School graduates from the Class of 2010, Taylor Carden Kemper, who is now a published author!
Taylorโs debut novel, THE GINGHAMS, is set to hit shelves everywhere on July 28, and we couldnโt be more proud of all she has accomplished. Seeing our graduates chase their dreams and share their talents with the world is what itโs all about!
THE GINGHAMS has been chosen as an American Booksellers Association Kids Indies Introduce Pick! Indies Introduce is a list of the top ten debut middle-grade and YA books publishing within a certain period and acts as a launching pad for new talentโthe books are chosen by a committee of independent booksellers and become featured titles for indie stores across the country!
If youโre looking to support her, THE GINGHAMS is available for preorder now, and early orders come with some fun extras like a signed bookmark and unique stickers to celebrate this exciting release.
๐ Join us in congratulating Taylor and wishing her all the best as she launches her writing career! We canโt wait to see where this journey takes her.
Once a Bear.....Always a Bear!
#SpencerCountyProud #mgbooks #freebies. #booklaunch. #middlegradebooks
Attention 3rd - 12th Grades needing summer access to your school accounts!! As part of a state-wide initiative, we will begin using Rapid Identity Automation to log into our district accounts. Each user (staff/student) will be required to use Multi-Factor Authentication. Pictograph Authentication provides a secure and user-friendly option to traditional multi-factor authentication methods for students. Along with username and password, students will create a second password by selecting images (pictographs). Each 3rd - 12th grade student will need to remember 3 pictographs to log into their district accounts. Please do not share your password or pictographs! You are responsible for your account at all times!
Please complete the form below with the requested information. We will review form submissions Monday - Friday and send your first 3 pictographs to your Spencer County Schools App/Rooms account after your submission has been processed. https://forms.office.com/r/s1QXqVFZgd
Please complete the form below with the requested information. We will review form submissions Monday - Friday and send your first 3 pictographs to your Spencer County Schools App/Rooms account after your submission has been processed. https://forms.office.com/r/s1QXqVFZgd
The Spencer County Board of Education is RESCHEDULING it's Work Session Scheduled for June 9, 2026.
The meeting will now be conducted on MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM. As a result of rescheduling the meeting, this new date will be a SPECIAL CALLED Meeting.
The Regular Monthly Meeting will still be conducted on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm as previously advertised.
The meeting will now be conducted on MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM. As a result of rescheduling the meeting, this new date will be a SPECIAL CALLED Meeting.
The Regular Monthly Meeting will still be conducted on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm as previously advertised.
NOTICE REGARDING DISTRICT 3 BOARD OF EDUCATION SEAT FILING DEADLINE
Spencer County Schools wishes to inform the public of an important matter regarding the Spencer County Board of Education District 3 seat (Elk Creek District).
Following the November 2024 election, Mr. Aaron Erhardt was elected to serve on the Spencer County Board of Education and officially began his term in January 2025. Mr. Erhardt subsequently resigned from the position in February 2025.
In accordance with Kentucky law, Mr. Jason Phelps was appointed by the Board to fulfill the vacant District 3 seat and was officially sworn in on February 25, 2025.
As a result, the District 3 Board of Education seat will appear on the upcoming ballot for the opportunity to fulfill Mr. Earhartโs original term through December of 2028. Any eligible individual wishing to file as a candidate for the District 3 (Elk Creek) seat must complete and file the required paperwork with the Spencer County Clerkโs Office no later than Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
Candidate filing forms and additional election information may be obtained through the Spencer County Clerkโs Office and/or the Kentucky Secretary of Stateโs Office - OR you may print the attached forms provided here and return to the Spencer County Clerkโs office in Taylorsville Kentucky on or before June 2.
The deadline to file is June 2, 2026.
Candidate Filing Forms Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wZKtOjXUIA9nDo7WCcqbZJdPvNYq6m2x/view?usp=sharing
Spencer County Schools wishes to inform the public of an important matter regarding the Spencer County Board of Education District 3 seat (Elk Creek District).
Following the November 2024 election, Mr. Aaron Erhardt was elected to serve on the Spencer County Board of Education and officially began his term in January 2025. Mr. Erhardt subsequently resigned from the position in February 2025.
In accordance with Kentucky law, Mr. Jason Phelps was appointed by the Board to fulfill the vacant District 3 seat and was officially sworn in on February 25, 2025.
As a result, the District 3 Board of Education seat will appear on the upcoming ballot for the opportunity to fulfill Mr. Earhartโs original term through December of 2028. Any eligible individual wishing to file as a candidate for the District 3 (Elk Creek) seat must complete and file the required paperwork with the Spencer County Clerkโs Office no later than Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
Candidate filing forms and additional election information may be obtained through the Spencer County Clerkโs Office and/or the Kentucky Secretary of Stateโs Office - OR you may print the attached forms provided here and return to the Spencer County Clerkโs office in Taylorsville Kentucky on or before June 2.
The deadline to file is June 2, 2026.
Candidate Filing Forms Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wZKtOjXUIA9nDo7WCcqbZJdPvNYq6m2x/view?usp=sharing
The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at The Spencer County Board of Education Meeting Room, located at 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY. Here is the link to the agenda: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1t7-sK05Q12tEVUheF34V5-GbfkWOSMLt/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
Summer school bus routes are now available!
Please contact your childโs school with any questions regarding summer school enrollment or information. Summer school transportation will begin on Monday, June 1st.
Please contact your childโs school with any questions regarding summer school enrollment or information. Summer school transportation will begin on Monday, June 1st.
Today, we proudly celebrate the Hillview Academy Class of 2026!
Graduation is more than receiving a diploma โ it represents perseverance, growth, determination, and the courage to keep moving forward. Every studentโs journey is unique, and today we celebrate the hard work, resilience, and accomplishments that brought these graduates to this important milestone.
On behalf of Spencer County Schools, congratulations to each member of the Hillview Academy Class of 2026. We are proud of all you have achieved and excited for the opportunities that await you in the next chapter of your lives.
Continue to believe in yourselves, pursue your goals, and remember that your story is still being written. Your Spencer County family is cheering you on every step of the way.
Congratulations, graduates! We are proud of you!
Graduation is more than receiving a diploma โ it represents perseverance, growth, determination, and the courage to keep moving forward. Every studentโs journey is unique, and today we celebrate the hard work, resilience, and accomplishments that brought these graduates to this important milestone.
On behalf of Spencer County Schools, congratulations to each member of the Hillview Academy Class of 2026. We are proud of all you have achieved and excited for the opportunities that await you in the next chapter of your lives.
Continue to believe in yourselves, pursue your goals, and remember that your story is still being written. Your Spencer County family is cheering you on every step of the way.
Congratulations, graduates! We are proud of you!
โ๏ธ Spencer County Schools Summer Meals Are Back Soon! โ๏ธ
Families, get readyโour Summer Meals Program is just around the corner, and we canโt wait to serve you! These FREE meal boxes are a big hit every year and are a great way to keep kids fueled, healthy, and ready for summer fun.
โ 5-day meal boxes
โ No cost to families
โ Available every Tuesday in June, July, and through August 4
We have several convenient pick-up locations across the county, plus an evening option at the Spencer County Board of Education for those with busy schedules.
From MT Eden Christian Church to Dollar General on Miller Road, Ridgeview Baptist Church, Little Union Baptist Church, and moreโweโre making it easy for families to participate!
๐ Healthy meals. Happy kids. Stronger together. ๐
Stay tuned for more details, and be sure to mark your calendarโthis is a program you wonโt want to miss! ๐๐
Families, get readyโour Summer Meals Program is just around the corner, and we canโt wait to serve you! These FREE meal boxes are a big hit every year and are a great way to keep kids fueled, healthy, and ready for summer fun.
โ 5-day meal boxes
โ No cost to families
โ Available every Tuesday in June, July, and through August 4
We have several convenient pick-up locations across the county, plus an evening option at the Spencer County Board of Education for those with busy schedules.
From MT Eden Christian Church to Dollar General on Miller Road, Ridgeview Baptist Church, Little Union Baptist Church, and moreโweโre making it easy for families to participate!
๐ Healthy meals. Happy kids. Stronger together. ๐
Stay tuned for more details, and be sure to mark your calendarโthis is a program you wonโt want to miss! ๐๐
๐โจ OLR Annual Update Time! โจ๐
Help us get ready for an amazing school year by completing your OLR Annual Update through your Parent Portal account as soon as possible! Your updated information helps us build schedules and plan bus routes so the first day of school runs smoothly. ๐
Need a hand? Weโve got you covered! Contact Treva.McCauley@spencer.kyschools.us to schedule an appointment.
Please disregard this message if you have already completed your update for the 2026โ2027 school year. โ
Go ahead and check this one off your to-do list before summer break begins! โ
Help us get ready for an amazing school year by completing your OLR Annual Update through your Parent Portal account as soon as possible! Your updated information helps us build schedules and plan bus routes so the first day of school runs smoothly. ๐
Need a hand? Weโve got you covered! Contact Treva.McCauley@spencer.kyschools.us to schedule an appointment.
Please disregard this message if you have already completed your update for the 2026โ2027 school year. โ
Go ahead and check this one off your to-do list before summer break begins! โ
The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Scheduled Work Session on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Board of Education Meeting Room located at 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY. Here is the link to the agenda:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HB9hwPYnius6vGobrg_4lyNK27f25ySC/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
You have just a few HOURS left to register!!!!! Tonight is the DEADLINE!
Camp Spencer Summer Registration Info - We still have a few openings!!!!
Spencer County Public Schools is excited to launch Camp Spencer, a fun and engaging summer experience for incoming 1st grade through 5th grade students!
Due to limited space in Tigers Beyond the Bell and Cub Club, we are offering Camp Spencer as an additional opportunity for more students to participate in a high-quality summer program.
Camp Spencer is designed to help students learn, grow, explore new interests, and stay active through hands-on camps led by our Spencer County staff.
Please read carefully before registering:
https://forms.gle/T2aXjBAAsf8EsBQW8
Complete one registration per child.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 8
Cost: $150 per week
Camp Spencer will be housed at Taylorsville Elementary for all students this summer.
Camp hours: 8:30 AM โ 3:30 PM
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, or students may bring their own lunch
Camp Capacity:
Each camp is capped at 30 students
Students will be grouped by incoming:
Primary (1โ2)
Intermediate (3โ5)
Camps with fewer than 15 students may be canceled, and families will be notified
After registering, you will receive additional information regarding payment and weekly camp details.
If you have questions, please contact:
Sarah Steele (TES Principal) โ 477-3339
Jared Scott (SCES Principal) โ 477-6950
Camp Spencer Summer Registration Info - We still have a few openings!!!!
Spencer County Public Schools is excited to launch Camp Spencer, a fun and engaging summer experience for incoming 1st grade through 5th grade students!
Due to limited space in Tigers Beyond the Bell and Cub Club, we are offering Camp Spencer as an additional opportunity for more students to participate in a high-quality summer program.
Camp Spencer is designed to help students learn, grow, explore new interests, and stay active through hands-on camps led by our Spencer County staff.
Please read carefully before registering:
https://forms.gle/T2aXjBAAsf8EsBQW8
Complete one registration per child.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 8
Cost: $150 per week
Camp Spencer will be housed at Taylorsville Elementary for all students this summer.
Camp hours: 8:30 AM โ 3:30 PM
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, or students may bring their own lunch
Camp Capacity:
Each camp is capped at 30 students
Students will be grouped by incoming:
Primary (1โ2)
Intermediate (3โ5)
Camps with fewer than 15 students may be canceled, and families will be notified
After registering, you will receive additional information regarding payment and weekly camp details.
If you have questions, please contact:
Sarah Steele (TES Principal) โ 477-3339
Jared Scott (SCES Principal) โ 477-6950
As we approach the end of the school year, we kindly ask that you take a moment to review your child(ren)โs lunch account(s). If there is an outstanding balance, please make payment as soon as possible to ensure all meal charges are cleared before the school year concludes.
Timely payment helps us close out accounts accurately and prepare for the upcoming school year. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter and for your continued support.
If you have any questions regarding your childโs lunch account, please contact your school cafeteria for assistance.
Timely payment helps us close out accounts accurately and prepare for the upcoming school year. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter and for your continued support.
If you have any questions regarding your childโs lunch account, please contact your school cafeteria for assistance.
