The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is celebrating a number of achievements from the 2025-26 school year, including a record-breaking graduation record.

Jefferson County Board of Education member James Craig is leaving the board after eight years.

The JCPS board is expected to vote in the coming days on a plan to build several new schools and renovate dozens more as the district deals with a major budget deficit.

Multiple JCPS board members are not seeking reelection this November after state lawmakers redrew district boundaries and shrank the board.

JCPS wrapped up its 2025-2026 school year Friday, and the closure of two elementary schools in the district became real for parents.

Much of the public conversation surrounding JCPS this year centered on the district's projected $188 million budget deficit and the cuts required to address it.

Administrators at Field Elementary School are investigating allegations against a staff member following a social media post circulating online.