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!
The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 6:00 pm ET (5:00 pm CT). The meeting will take place at the Spencer County Board of Education located at 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY. 40071. Here is a link to the agenda:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a32qO_FcB724iYS6-ANmgNbxhkrd0aMp/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a32qO_FcB724iYS6-ANmgNbxhkrd0aMp/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
A Historic Honor for Our Varsity Choir!
On Tuesday night, Mrs. Peters and our Varsity Choir celebrated an incredible achievementโbeing selected as one of only THREE choirs from across the state to perform at the 2027 KMEA Conference!
This is an extraordinary honor for our students and our school, and it marks the first time in school history that our choir will perform at this prestigious conference. We couldnโt be more proud of our talented singers and Mrs. Peters for all of their hard work and dedication!
Cathedral of the Assumption โ Louisville, KY
Thursday, February 4, 2027
2:50 PM
The performance is open to the public, and our students would absolutely love to see our school community there to cheer them on!
Congratulations to our Varsity Choir! We are so proud of you!
On Tuesday night, Mrs. Peters and our Varsity Choir celebrated an incredible achievementโbeing selected as one of only THREE choirs from across the state to perform at the 2027 KMEA Conference!
This is an extraordinary honor for our students and our school, and it marks the first time in school history that our choir will perform at this prestigious conference. We couldnโt be more proud of our talented singers and Mrs. Peters for all of their hard work and dedication!
Cathedral of the Assumption โ Louisville, KY
Thursday, February 4, 2027
2:50 PM
The performance is open to the public, and our students would absolutely love to see our school community there to cheer them on!
Congratulations to our Varsity Choir! We are so proud of you!
Congratulations, Ashley!
Congratulations to Ashley Phillips of Spencer County Elementary!
Ashley has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 KSCA School Counseling Program Award โ an incredible honor recognizing Kentucky school counselors who are developing comprehensive counseling programs that make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
Only five school counselors across Kentucky were selected for this prestigious award for the 2026โ2027 school year!
As part of the award, Spencer County Elementary will receive $300 to support its comprehensive school counseling program and provide materials and supplies that benefit our students.
Ashley will also be recognized at the KSCA Awards Luncheon on September 11 during the 2026 KSCA Conference.
We are so proud of you, Ashley! Your dedication to supporting the academic, career, and social/emotional growth of our students is truly making a difference.
Please join us in congratulating Ashley Phillips on this well-deserved achievement!
Congratulations, Ashley!!!!
Congratulations to Ashley Phillips of Spencer County Elementary!
Ashley has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 KSCA School Counseling Program Award โ an incredible honor recognizing Kentucky school counselors who are developing comprehensive counseling programs that make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
Only five school counselors across Kentucky were selected for this prestigious award for the 2026โ2027 school year!
As part of the award, Spencer County Elementary will receive $300 to support its comprehensive school counseling program and provide materials and supplies that benefit our students.
Ashley will also be recognized at the KSCA Awards Luncheon on September 11 during the 2026 KSCA Conference.
We are so proud of you, Ashley! Your dedication to supporting the academic, career, and social/emotional growth of our students is truly making a difference.
Please join us in congratulating Ashley Phillips on this well-deserved achievement!
Congratulations, Ashley!!!!
Spencer County Community,
This morning, a Spencer County Schools bus was involved in an accident on Highway 44 near Hunters Trace Drive while traveling to Spencer County Elementary School. Approximately 40 students were on the bus at the time of the accident.
First responders arrived within moments and immediately began providing assistance. Spencer County Emergency Medical Services evaluated each student to determine whether any injuries required additional medical attention. We are thankful to report that no students were transported to a hospital or medical center. We are also happy to share that both drivers were alert, were evaluated by first responders, and did not require transport for additional medical care.
After arriving at school, each student received additional follow-up care from school staff. Students were reunited with school staff and/or their parents, and our team will continue to support them and their families throughout the day.
We know that news of a school bus accident is concerning for our families and our entire community. We are incredibly grateful for the quick response and care provided by the Spencer County Sheriffโs Office, Taylorsville Police Department, Taylorsville-Spencer County Fire Department, and Spencer County EMS. Their professionalism and immediate attention to our students and both drivers were greatly appreciated.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. We are thankful for everyone who responded this morning and for the care shown to our students during a difficult and unexpected situation.
Dr. Willie Foster
Superintendent
Spencer County Public Schools
This morning, a Spencer County Schools bus was involved in an accident on Highway 44 near Hunters Trace Drive while traveling to Spencer County Elementary School. Approximately 40 students were on the bus at the time of the accident.
First responders arrived within moments and immediately began providing assistance. Spencer County Emergency Medical Services evaluated each student to determine whether any injuries required additional medical attention. We are thankful to report that no students were transported to a hospital or medical center. We are also happy to share that both drivers were alert, were evaluated by first responders, and did not require transport for additional medical care.
After arriving at school, each student received additional follow-up care from school staff. Students were reunited with school staff and/or their parents, and our team will continue to support them and their families throughout the day.
We know that news of a school bus accident is concerning for our families and our entire community. We are incredibly grateful for the quick response and care provided by the Spencer County Sheriffโs Office, Taylorsville Police Department, Taylorsville-Spencer County Fire Department, and Spencer County EMS. Their professionalism and immediate attention to our students and both drivers were greatly appreciated.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. We are thankful for everyone who responded this morning and for the care shown to our students during a difficult and unexpected situation.
Dr. Willie Foster
Superintendent
Spencer County Public Schools
Any parent wishing to pick up or see their child. Please meet your student at Spencer County Elementary School.
There has been an accident involving Route 17 on Mount Washington Road. All students are accounted for, and there are no reported injuries.
We appreciate everyoneโs patience and understanding. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
Attention Tiger Families!
It is time to place your orders for new house shirts for the year. If your student has outgrown theirs or even misplaced it, this is your chance to order a new one.
ORDERS ARE DUE FRIDAY 8/21!
Kindergarten and new students will NOT need to order, as you will be provided one when students are sorted.
If you have a shirt that your child has outgrown we have a recycle bin outside the gym for you to donate it to other students.
Have you completed your Free & Reduced Lunch Application?
Applying online is fast, secure, and easy! MySchoolsApps walks families through the process and helps ensure the application is complete before submission! MySchoolsApps confirms that online applications are secure and can help schools process meal-benefit applications more quickly!
Apply today at https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Please share this reminder with other Spencer County families!!!
Applying online is fast, secure, and easy! MySchoolsApps walks families through the process and helps ensure the application is complete before submission! MySchoolsApps confirms that online applications are secure and can help schools process meal-benefit applications more quickly!
Apply today at https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Please share this reminder with other Spencer County families!!!
DID YOU KNOW.........
You can view your child's breakfast and lunch menus right from the Spencer County Schools app!
It's quick and easy!
1. Open the Spencer County Schools App
2. Select your School
3. Tap "More" at the bottom of the screen
4. Select "Dining"
5. Tap any date to see that day's breakfast and lunch menu
You can scroll through the dates to plan ahead and see what's being served throughout the month. One more helpful feature designed to keep our Spencer County Families informed connected!
You can view your child's breakfast and lunch menus right from the Spencer County Schools app!
It's quick and easy!
1. Open the Spencer County Schools App
2. Select your School
3. Tap "More" at the bottom of the screen
4. Select "Dining"
5. Tap any date to see that day's breakfast and lunch menu
You can scroll through the dates to plan ahead and see what's being served throughout the month. One more helpful feature designed to keep our Spencer County Families informed connected!
Make a Difference in the Life of a Student!
Spencer County Schools is excited to partner with AmeriCorps Kentucky FRYSC to recruit dedicated individuals who want to serve students and families right here in our community!
We are currently seeking AmeriCorps members to serve at: โ Taylorsville Elementary School โ Spencer County Middle School โ Spencer County High School
AmeriCorps members support literacy, youth development, mental health resilience, and basic needs through our Family Resource and Youth Services Centers. This is a great opportunity to give back while gaining valuable experience and benefits, including: โ๏ธ Living allowance โ๏ธ Education award โ๏ธ Student loan forbearance โ๏ธ Health insurance
Applicants must be 18 years or older, pass a background check, and commit to serving 1,200 hours during the program year.
If you're passionate about helping students succeed and want to make a lasting impact, we'd love to have you join our team!
Spencer County Schools is excited to partner with AmeriCorps Kentucky FRYSC to recruit dedicated individuals who want to serve students and families right here in our community!
We are currently seeking AmeriCorps members to serve at: โ Taylorsville Elementary School โ Spencer County Middle School โ Spencer County High School
AmeriCorps members support literacy, youth development, mental health resilience, and basic needs through our Family Resource and Youth Services Centers. This is a great opportunity to give back while gaining valuable experience and benefits, including: โ๏ธ Living allowance โ๏ธ Education award โ๏ธ Student loan forbearance โ๏ธ Health insurance
Applicants must be 18 years or older, pass a background check, and commit to serving 1,200 hours during the program year.
If you're passionate about helping students succeed and want to make a lasting impact, we'd love to have you join our team!
How to access Infinite Campus!
Parents: Please make sure you have reviewed your childโs transportation information for the 2026โ2027 school year and confirmed that everything is correct.
Transportation information can be viewed by logging into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account or through your BusRight account. You should have also received a BusRight bus pass email yesterday around 4:00 PM.
If any changes need to be made, please contact the Transportation Office immediately. Reviewing this information is a crucial step in helping us ensure a safe and smooth first day of school.
Please remember: Without an approved transportation note, your child will be sent home using their default transportation on file.
Thank you for helping us prepare for a great start to the school year!
The Spencer County Board of Education will hold a Scheduled Work Session on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 6:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm CT. The meeting will take place at the Spencer County Board of Education located at 110 Reasor Avenue, Taylorsville, KY. Here is the link to the agenda:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jTmjk3XIQWZvyb-JUgY5dKhvaN4Cvvez/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jTmjk3XIQWZvyb-JUgY5dKhvaN4Cvvez/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100453405020382416753&rtpof=true&sd=true
Let's try this again! Here is the full listing of Open Houses within our District!
We look forward to seeing everyone! Have a wonderful weekend! Get Ready......it's almost time!
We look forward to seeing everyone! Have a wonderful weekend! Get Ready......it's almost time!
OPEN HOUSE FLYER - REVISED!
August 7, 2026
Dear Spencer County Schools Community:
We are very excited to welcome our students back. We hope you have had a great summer break and ready for the new school year. Today, we are sharing several important updates and reminders as we get ready to start the new school year together.
The most frequently asked question of the summer has been:
โAre we really going to be able to open on Thursday, August 13th?โ
The answer โฆ YES!
At SCES, there are still a number of moving parts and work being completed to ensure that we are ready to open. PLEASE KNOW that if any safety concern arises over the coming days, we will not hesitate to adjust our school calendar to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
SCES & SCMS Construction Update: Over the summer, crews have worked tirelessly at Spencer County Elementary and Spencer County Middle Schools. We remind our community that the work at SCES and SCMS is part of a very large 20-month project and we are about 10 months in. We want our families to be aware that things will not be completely perfect on day one, and contractors will finish various items over the coming days and weeks, specially at SCES. Our primary focus will always be the safety of our students and staff while protecting instructional time.
IMPORTANT Message FOR SCES FAMILIES: The SCES Open House will be rescheduled to allow our custodial team and contractors every advantage to ensure that we are ready for students next Thursday morning. Please be on the lookout for updated Open House information directly from Mr. Scott and SCES!
School Calendar: The first day of school for the 2026โ2027 school year is Thursday, August 13, 2026. You can view our full school calendar on our district website. A direct link to the calendar can be found HERE. Our calendar can also be viewed on the Spencer County Schools App and our official Facebook page.
Transportation & BusRight App: Please review the recent communication sent out by our Director of Transportation, Mr. Cameron Chesser. This is our first year starting day one with BusRight, our parent transportation communication and routing system, fully in place. After a successful pilot program and end-of-year rollout, we are thrilled to offer this level of live communication and transparency to our families. We appreciate your patience as everyone gets comfortable with the new system.
With BusRight, parents and guardians can:
1. View their student's assigned bus route
2. See their exact bus stop location
3. Check estimated stop times
4. Receive real-time notifications when the bus is approaching and when the stop is complete
Infinite Campus Parent Portal: Please log into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal to check student information. The portal is currently open for elementary families and will open on Open House Day for our middle school and high school families.
Staying Connected & Communication Tools: We know how vital clear communication is before and throughout the school year. We encourage all families to get ahead of the curve by setting up these core communication channels:
District & School Websites: Be certain to bookmark our district homepage at www.spencer.kyschools.us, along with your childโs specific school page.
School District App: Download and use the SC Schools app for easy access to news, schedules, and alerts. Please remember to update the app on your phone every 60 to 90 days so it functions properly.
"Rooms" Communication Tool: Every school and classroom will continue using "Rooms." This tool connects teachers, students, and parents directly to make sure everyone stays informed.
School Lunch & Breakfast Info: Our School Nutrition Department has both online and paper applications available for Free and Reduced Meals at www.spencer.kyschools.us/page/school-nutrition. You will also find a link to MySchoolBucks on that page, which allows you to easily add funds so your child can pay for school breakfast or lunch.
Thank you for your ongoing support, patience, grace, and partnership. Enjoy each and every minute of this final stretch of Summer Break.
Very respectfully,
Dr. Willie Foster
Superintendent, Spencer County Schools
