CCMS band students, don't forget about instrument rental night on Wednesday!
The 2024-2025 school year is just around the corner in Carroll County and a confident energy is sweeping through the district, setting the stage for an inspiring start.
“I’m excited. I think we’re going to have an awesome year,” Carroll County Schools Superintendent Casey Jaynes said to staff during a professional development session today. Now entering his third year as Panther, Jaynes noted a marked shift in the district’s atmosphere compared to when he first assumed the role.
“Things are moving in the right direction and that is a tribute to the work you’re doing in the classrooms daily,” he said to the gathering of teachers and administrators.
This year, Carroll County Schools is experiencing an uptick in enrollment, a decrease in staff turnover, and a pervasive positive mindset that has taken hold at all levels. Several staff members indicated they enjoyed hearing from instructional coaches and learning about the new technology improvements coming to the district. The crew also enjoyed a fun game of Friendly Feud between the schools.
“I’m proud to be your superintendent and proud to work with each of you as we move our district to be a Top 10 district in the state,” Jaynes said.
During a postseason reflection meeting of the 31st District athletic directors, it was agreed upon to make some important changes to the upcoming middle school baseball and softball season. The 31st district includes Carroll, Trimble, Henry, Gallatin, Owen and Eminence.
Starting this season, 31st District Middle School baseball and softball will be restructured to be identified as a Freshman team, according to Carroll County High School Athletic Director Scott Anderson. It will include student athletes in seventh through ninth grades.
This decision has been made for the following key reasons:
1. Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) licensed officials will be available to umpire the freshman, junior varsity and varsity games. This will enhance the quality of play and ensure a more professional and fair environment for all of our athletes.
2. In addition to the changes for seventh through ninth graders, we are pleased to offer opportunities for sixth grade students to participate in scheduled "B" team games. “This will be dependent on the availability of other teams, but we are committed to providing as many playing opportunities as possible for our younger athletes,” Anderson said.
This change provides more opportunities for the middle school student athletes to play than the previous design. The majority of teams we play do not have middle school baseball or softball teams, Anderson explained, so this alteration will give the younger athlete exposure to a higher level competition and allow them to play more games than in a traditional middle school schedule.
“We believe these changes will not only improve the overall experience for our players, but also foster a greater love for the game. Thank you for your understanding and support as we implement these updates to our baseball and softball programs,” Anderson said.
The online registration for 2024-2025 is open! Please log into Infinite Campus, update and confirm your student's information to get them registered. All students are required to have an updated enrollment for each school year.
If you currently have a student enrolled in the Carroll County School District in Grades K-11, you will register by logging into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal Account, click on the word “More”, “Online Registration” and “24-25 Existing Student Registration”.
If you do not remember your username and/or password, you can request your information here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGW94YuO4SAqmG4mOnVTM_gvn2rA3nUN8ZjYLZUOGJDjZ8zA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Parent Portal - Here is the link to access your Parent Portal account.
https://kyede2.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/carroll.jsp
All schools will be hosting open houses next week. Please see each school's Facebook page or website for details. Visit carroll.kyschools.us to access the school websites.
Panther families, here is an aid to ensure your children are current on immunizations before school starts.
The final food box distribution is today from 12-6 p.m. at CCMS on the Fourth Street side. Quantities are limited, so come early! We have enjoyed providing this service to the children in our community this summer and look forward to seeing them back in person on August 14!
The Carroll County Schools maintenance department has tackled a lot of projects this summer, including moving a building. This building will sit next to the greenhouse at the middle school. We appreciate the hard work of all our staff to prepare for the 24-25 school year!
The final food box distribution is tomorrow, Friday, August 2, from 12-6 p.m. at CCMS. Quantities are limited, so come early! We have enjoyed providing this service to the children in our community this summer and look forward to seeing them back in person in a few weeks!!
Please Join us for our 5th Grade Jumpstart! Click the link for more information!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-uy94lZs9I-FNIVOFA33W2hAT1AId78m2jK2iFdZD5c/edit?usp=sharing
Please check out our parent weekly newsletter!
https://sites.google.com/carroll.kyschools.us/weeklyparentguardiannewsletter/home
The Kentucky Shakespeare troupe provided a dramatic history of Kentucky to middle school students before the school year ended. They took a journey through time with the actors, touching on highlights like frontier life, Native Americans, Daniel Boone, Abraham Lincoln and the basic history of Kentucky. The presentation was paid for through an arts grant from the Northern Kentucky Cooperative for Educational Services.
Carroll County Schools has some opportunities to join its team! We are one of the top paying districts in our area and offer great benefits! Check us out at join.ccpanthers.com.
The online registration for 2024-2025 is now open! Please log into Infinite Campus, update and confirm your student's information to get them registered. All students are required to have an updated enrollment for each school year.
If you currently have a student enrolled in the Carroll County School District in Grades K-11, you will register by logging into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal Account, click on the word “More”, “Online Registration” and “24-25 Existing Student Registration”.
If you do not remember your username and/or password, you can request your information here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGW94YuO4SAqmG4mOnVTM_gvn2rA3nUN8ZjYLZUOGJDjZ8zA/viewform
Parent Portal - Here is the link to access your Parent Portal account.
https://kyede2.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/carroll.jsp
The Carroll County Middle School bands will host an instrument rental night on Aug. 7 near the end of the sixth grade open house. Please see the attached letter from Band Director Elliott Hawks if you are interested.
The Carroll County Middle School bands will host an instrument rental night on Aug. 7 near the end of the sixth grade open house. Please see the attached letter from Band Director Elliott Hawks if you are interested.
The new group of 27 WEB Leaders at Carroll County Middle School met today for training in preparation for the upcoming school year. The students are mentors to fifth graders who might need a helping hand or encouragement as they transition to a new school. NorthKey and the Three Rivers District Health Department gave presentations. (Photos courtesy of Brandi McIntyre.)
Summer meal box pick-up starts today at noon! Families are asked to circle around the middle school so you will exit the line at Fourth & Seminary streets after receiving you box(es). Please wait for staff members to come to your vehicle. Call 732-9362 with questions.
Carroll County Schools has a few opportunities for you to join our team! We offer a competitive salary package, great benefits and a wonderful work environment. Visit join.ccpanthers.com to apply to join our team!
Do you have a bachelor's degree and want to become a teacher for Carroll County Schools? Contact Jonica Ray at 502-732-7070 to find out how this new Option 7 program can allow you to become a certified teacher at an affordable cost.
