Spencer County Public Schools

Mr. Davis has gone above and beyond to support his students this semester! Not only did he fully embrace essential standards work, but he also dedicated countless hours after school, working with struggling students to help them avoid first-semester failures. His efforts didn’t stop there—he developed a standards-based credit recovery plan to give every student the opportunity to succeed. His unwavering commitment to student success makes a real difference in the classroom. We appreciate you, Mr. Davis!

Mrs. Dunaway is a beautiful example of the boat, compass, and the oar. She is wise beyond her years and her professionalism with staff, students, and parents sets an example daily. She cares deeply for our students and gives unselfishly with a firm consistency that builds strong trusting relationships. She has a vision and creativity that is seen in the incredible SEL lessons and Mental Health Presentations that she creates for the students at SCMS. She also uses her oars to not only meet the needs of students but to organize staff activities and treats to build culture in our building. She is a rock star counselor and administrator.

Chase is a wonderful addition to SCES. He goes above and beyond for the kids and staff at our school. Even on NTI days, he spends his time helping staff prepare materials for instruction! He is also very positive and a friendly face to both students and staff no matter the challenges they may be facing! In addition to the great things he does during the school day, he also is the sponsor of our sports club which is very popular for students! We are blessed to have him as part of our SCES family!

Maddy Newnam goes above and beyond to give students everything they need to be successful and to develop independence and confidence. Maddy sacrifices her time to help all of the 7th grade teachers meet the needs of all students, even when it is not her direct responsibility. In addition, Maddy is an exemplary team member, a new NBCT educator, and a wonderful person. We could not do our jobs as effectively without her giving and self-sacrificing attitude, and the joy she brings to our team.

National Honor Society hosting free day care on Saturday!

Spencer County Community, Due to forecasted inclement weather tomorrow during the early morning commute and through the afternoon, Spencer County Schools will utilize NTI Day #6 on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025. An independent decision will be made regarding Tiger Cub Village, and they will communicate with their parents accordingly. Stay safe and have a great day!

The Spencer County Board of Education’s February 11, 2025 Scheduled Work Session has been RESCHEDULED for Monday, February 24 @ 5:00 pm. This will be a “Special Called Work Session”. The Regular Monthly Meeting will be Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

Happy Monday, Spencer County! I wanted to give our community a heads-up about tomorrow’s (Tuesday, February 11, 2025) forecasted winter weather and the potential for school closure. This decision could be challenging due to uncertain timing and temperature shifts—just a few degrees or hours could significantly impact conditions. Along with frozen precipitation, flooding is also a concern. Our team will participate in a National Weather Service update this afternoon and closely monitor local forecasts. While we may not be able to decide today or tonight, we will announce any closures by 5 AM tomorrow. In the meantime, we encourage students, staff, and families to prepare for a potential Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day. Thank you for your support and patience—this winter has certainly been one to remember! Best, Dr. Willie Foster, Superintendent Spencer County Schools

Spencer County Community, Due to the continued illness rate among our staff and students, Spencer County Schools will be closed on February 6th and 7th. This will be a TRADITIONAL CLOSURE. We will NOT utilize Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI). These days will be made up at the end of the year. TigerCub Village will be closed as well. All school events and activities are canceled through the weekend. A little more on why: * Maximizing Instructional Time – While NTI can be effective, extended remote learning makes it difficult to provide meaningful instruction. * Deep Cleaning & Sanitization – Our custodial teams need uninterrupted time to disinfect all school buildings thoroughly. * Student & Staff Well-Being – We must take additional steps to mitigate the illness rate. Our top priority is the health and safety of our school community. We encourage everyone to take necessary precautions, get plenty of rest, and focus on recovery. If you have any questions, please contact your school. Feel free to reach out to me with questions or concerns. Thank you for your understanding and support. Stay healthy, and take care! Willie Foster, Superintendent willie.foster@spencer.kyschools.us (502) 477 - 3250

Spencer County Community; Due to a significant increase in illness affecting both our students and staff, Spencer County Schools will implement Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Days on February 4th and 5th, 2025. TigerCub Village will be CLOSED as well. Students should follow the NTI expectations that have communicated by their teachers and school. Staff will be available during the school day to provide support as needed. We look forward to welcoming everyone back as soon as humanly possible. Thank you for your continued support of Spencer County Schools. Dr. Willie Foster Superintendent Spencer County Schools

Spencer County Community; Due to a significant increase in illness affecting both our students and staff, Spencer County Schools will implement Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Days on February 4th and 5th, 2025. TigerCub Village will be CLOSED as well. Students should follow the NTI expectations that have communicated by their teachers and school. Staff will be available during the school day to provide support as needed. We look forward to welcoming everyone back as soon as humanly possible. Thank you for your continued support of Spencer County Schools. Dr. Willie Foster Superintendent Spencer County Schools

NOTICE OF VACANT SEAT for Division #3 – SPENCER COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION The Spencer County Board of Education is seeking applications for appointment to fill a vacancy on the Board representing Seat Division # 3 for Spencer County Schools. This appointment will be effective until the November 2026 regular election. Responsibilities include: setting policy to govern the District; hiring/evaluating the Superintendent, and levying taxes and adopting the District budget. Board members must: • Be at least 24 years old and a Kentucky citizen for the last three (3) years. • Be a registered voter in the particular District of the vacancy; • Have completed the 12th grade or have a GED certificate; • Meet all other legal qualifications (KRS 160.180); and • Complete required annual in-service training Applications are available online using the following ink: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1txfetisQlnrofLbzDFSupcQhKxM4XIJh/view?usp=sharing You may also pick up applications at the Board of Education 100 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY 40071. **** DEADLINE TO SUBMIT: FEBUARY 18, 2025 at 4:00 pm. Return Applications to the Spencer County Board of Education. Attn: Superintendent 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY 40071

2025 Board of Education Meeting Dates/Times/Locations

The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Regular Monthly Meeting at 6:00 pm on TUESDAY, January 28, 2025. Here is the link to agenda: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vPUk2ffRzc_4WCtLXngspCySalEdStke/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true

After consulting with the National Weather Service and considering the potential for hazardous weather conditions, including a Cold Weather Advisory for temperatures in the single digits below zero, and the risk of unsafe conditions in subzero temperatures 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 will implement 𝐍𝐓𝐈 𝐃𝐚𝐲 #𝟑 on 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. This decision is made to prioritize the safety of our students and staff. 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐮𝐛 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 will remain 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation! Stay safe and warm!

Just a reminder, there will be no school on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, January 20, 2025

Spencer County Board of Education - Next Regular Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Students from the Spencer County High School Community Work Transition Program visited the Dare to Care Distribution Center where they gained work-based learning experiences packing food boxes!

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 will operate on a 𝐭𝐰𝐨-𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 tomorrow, 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡. 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐮𝐛 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 will be 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 on a normal schedule. After assessing bus routes today, we found that while our majority of our roads are in excellent condition, several challenges remain, including low-hanging tree limbs and multiple parked cars in cul-de-sacs and turnarounds. To ensure the safety of our students and drivers, we believe it would be beneficial for drivers to complete their routes after daylight hours. With the expected sunshine tomorrow, we anticipate more melting to occur, further improving turnaround conditions. We kindly ask that, if possible, keep cul-de-sacs clear of cars to help our buses navigate turnarounds safely. Thank you for your understanding! We look forward to seeing our students tomorrow morning!

This is just a reminder that Spencer County Schools will implement a 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐍𝐓𝐈) day 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. While NTI is not an ideal scenario, it does allow our students and staff to stay engaged in learning during this time. 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐮𝐛 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 will be 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐃 on 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. Have a great weekend!