Third graders from the Allen County Primary Center traveled to Dumont Hill on Monday to learn about how the Civil War and Scottsville are related. For several months, students in the ACS Patriot Pathfinders program have partnered with the Allen County Historical Society. to learn more about historic Dumont Hill. The Pathfinders researched the connection between the park and the Civil War as well as discovering information about Allen County residents at that time. Monday, the Pathfinders presented seven stations in which visitors could meet characters and learn about the past in Allen County.
Scottsville has introduced a new program focusing on getting the youth involved in the community!🤲 Click to learn more about Project Patriot https://tinyurl.com/2588uxth
On this School Resource Appreciation Day, we say Thank You to our officers.
The Leader -In Me student-led parent conferences are underway at the Allen County Intermediate Center. This week, students will have the opportunity to have a picnic-style lunch with their parents, guardians, or grandparents. During the lunch, each student will share what they have worked on durig the 26-27 school year. and explain how its helped them grow as a leader and student.
Reality Store
Eighth-graders at the James E. Bazzell Middle School (JEBMS) learned a bit about the financial reality of life on Wednesday, April 15. The members of the Class of 2030 participated in Reality Store---a longstanding role-play exercise for eighth graders.
Reality Store----organized and presented in a collaboration between 4-H, the Allen County Extension Service, and Youth Services at JEBMS---begins in the classroom. Students are assigned a monthly income based on their GPA. Students draw to learn the size of their family. Each student is considered a single parent and challenged to meet the needs of his/her families.
Wednesday, the role-play learning experience moved to the gym to complete the exercise. Each participant was asked to visit booths representing everything from a clothing store to a contributions’ table. After starting by paying “taxes” to Uncle Sam, students visited each booth to see how the reality of life would impact their lives. The students had to consider housing costs, food for a month, insurance costs, and the expense for monthly services like electricity, water, and heating.
Approximately 50 community volunteers awaited at each of the 25 or so tables representing real world things that an adult with a family would need to consider as they planned a monthly budget. The volunteers explained options to help the students consider what or what not could be purchased. For example, at the transportation booth, a volunteer would explain that a single parent with three kids would need to purchase a vehicle for the entire family rather than a two-seat sports car. A student might quickly learn that his “want” of a vehicle would give way to the reality of the “need.”
Eighth-graders at the James E. Bazzell Middle School (JEBMS) learned a bit about the financial reality of life on Wednesday, April 15. The members of the Class of 2030 participated in Reality Store---a longstanding role-play exercise for eighth graders.
Reality Store----organized and presented in a collaboration between 4-H, the Allen County Extension Service, and Youth Services at JEBMS---begins in the classroom. Students are assigned a monthly income based on their GPA. Students draw to learn the size of their family. Each student is considered a single parent and challenged to meet the needs of his/her families.
Wednesday, the role-play learning experience moved to the gym to complete the exercise. Each participant was asked to visit booths representing everything from a clothing store to a contributions’ table. After starting by paying “taxes” to Uncle Sam, students visited each booth to see how the reality of life would impact their lives. The students had to consider housing costs, food for a month, insurance costs, and the expense for monthly services like electricity, water, and heating.
Approximately 50 community volunteers awaited at each of the 25 or so tables representing real world things that an adult with a family would need to consider as they planned a monthly budget. The volunteers explained options to help the students consider what or what not could be purchased. For example, at the transportation booth, a volunteer would explain that a single parent with three kids would need to purchase a vehicle for the entire family rather than a two-seat sports car. A student might quickly learn that his “want” of a vehicle would give way to the reality of the “need.”
It's Read Across America week. To encourage reading, the Allen County Primary Center invited community citizens and special guests into classrooms this week to read a grade-level book to students. Approximately 45 individuals volunteered their time to read to students. Thank You to all our volunteers.
This month, all Allen County schools have started a Kindness campaign! We are really excited. Yard signs went out to families and businesses throughout next week showing "Be Kind" on them, staff #BeKindACS t-shirts, and district dress-up events, and kindness nomination surprises for staff.
Counselors, FRYSC, and Mental Health therapists have organized other activates specific to their schools throughout the month as well!
Counselors, FRYSC, and Mental Health therapists have organized other activates specific to their schools throughout the month as well!
Thank You!
Thank You!
1-Hour Delay for Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Allen County Schools will operate on a 1-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
We are planning to have school; however, we recognize there may still be some roads that are not passable by bus. In those cases, your child’s bus driver will contact you directly about a possible alternate pickup location.
There is a slight chance of wintry precipitation in the morning, and we will continue to monitor conditions closely. If a further change is needed, we will make that decision and communicate it by 7:00 a.m.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to ensure a safe return for all students.
NTI Day – Tuesday, February 3
Allen County Schools will have another Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Day tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, as some secondary roads remain unsafe for bus travel.
Students should continue following their NTI plans and complete the assignments provided by their teachers.
We are hopeful that tomorrow’s warmer temperatures and forecasted rain will help clear more roads and improve travel conditions. We will continue to monitor and keep you updated.
We appreciate your continued patience and understanding as we make decisions with student and staff safety in mind.
Thank You!
Thank You!
From Superintendent Travis Hamby
NTI Days - Wednesday (1/28/26) & Thursday (1/29/26)
Dear Allen County Families,
Allen County Schools will have a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Day on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 and Thursday, January 29, 2026.
If you have power, please follow the NTI plan and complete the assignments provided by your teachers.
If you do not have power, we completely understand. You’ll be given extra time to complete assignments once your power is restored.
It is also possible that some teachers may still be without power and unable to upload assignments right away. If that’s the case, they will post and communicate with students as soon as they are able.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to navigate the impact of the recent winter storm.
Due to ongoing widespread power outages, Allen County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
There will be no school and no NTI assignments tomorrow.
We understand this storm has impacted many households, and our priority remains the safety and well-being of our students, families, and staff. We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as soon as possible.
Thank You!
Thank You!
Thursday!
Thank You!
Allen County Preschool’s Early Learning Bus Ready to Roll (by Don Meador)
“Cadet” is coming to a location near you.
The Allen County Preschool Program unveiled their new Preschool Early Learning bus Friday (December 19) and outlined plans for how the bus---which is called Cadet---will be used as a learning tool for preschool age children across Allen County.
“We have flipped a bus so to speak,” explained Allen County Primary Center Assistant Principal and Preschool Coordinator Matt Shepherd. “We have taken one of our buses, gutted it out, and created a preschool classroom that can be transported to areas within our community. Our goal is to start at one of the staples in the community---First Fridays---once First Fridays starts back in the spring. Then, once a month, we will set up our early learning bus in various areas in the community and provide an opportunity for children to experience what preschool is like. We also want families to understand the importance of preschool. The bus is not only for the children but also for families, encouraging them to come and see all the great things happening at Allen County Primary Center and our preschool program.”
The bus has been totally transformed. All seats have been removed and replaced with preschool age chairs and tables. Books on shelving line the walls. Early learning games are available. Art and science activities stand ready for use. Mats provide seating for kids on the new laminated flooring. A portable slide can be attached at the rear exit to get youngsters a little fun as well.
“It is a mini classroom,” Shepherd explained. “We have a dynamic play area and an arts center. We have puzzles and books. We have math and literacy manipulatives. The bus also has an awning for an outdoor area with materials where kids can practice gross and fine motor skills. We want to give kids the experience of preschool so that the kids will want to experience it more. “
The makeover of the bus into a mobile classroom was funded through a grant from the Kentucky Office of Special Education and Early Learning Center (OSE-ELC). Using Covid relief funds, the OSE-ELC was able to help create the new tool to enhance learning locally.
“Our goal was to support rural communities in ensuring that every child had access to a preschool environment.” noted Alisha Reeves, a representative from OSE-ELC. “We wanted Allen County to have an opportunity to reach as many children as possible. It’s been fun watching this happen.”
Shepherd added that information will be published (in print and online) about the times and locations where the early learning bus will be once the bus starts to roll. Parents/Guardians of preschool age kids are encouraged to watch for announcements, bring their kids, and discover the exciting adventures which await.
The revealing of the new bus also included a ribbon-cutting ceremony with members of the preschool staff , special guests, and the Scottsville-Allen County Camber of Commerce.
“Cadet” is coming to a location near you.
The Allen County Preschool Program unveiled their new Preschool Early Learning bus Friday (December 19) and outlined plans for how the bus---which is called Cadet---will be used as a learning tool for preschool age children across Allen County.
“We have flipped a bus so to speak,” explained Allen County Primary Center Assistant Principal and Preschool Coordinator Matt Shepherd. “We have taken one of our buses, gutted it out, and created a preschool classroom that can be transported to areas within our community. Our goal is to start at one of the staples in the community---First Fridays---once First Fridays starts back in the spring. Then, once a month, we will set up our early learning bus in various areas in the community and provide an opportunity for children to experience what preschool is like. We also want families to understand the importance of preschool. The bus is not only for the children but also for families, encouraging them to come and see all the great things happening at Allen County Primary Center and our preschool program.”
The bus has been totally transformed. All seats have been removed and replaced with preschool age chairs and tables. Books on shelving line the walls. Early learning games are available. Art and science activities stand ready for use. Mats provide seating for kids on the new laminated flooring. A portable slide can be attached at the rear exit to get youngsters a little fun as well.
“It is a mini classroom,” Shepherd explained. “We have a dynamic play area and an arts center. We have puzzles and books. We have math and literacy manipulatives. The bus also has an awning for an outdoor area with materials where kids can practice gross and fine motor skills. We want to give kids the experience of preschool so that the kids will want to experience it more. “
The makeover of the bus into a mobile classroom was funded through a grant from the Kentucky Office of Special Education and Early Learning Center (OSE-ELC). Using Covid relief funds, the OSE-ELC was able to help create the new tool to enhance learning locally.
“Our goal was to support rural communities in ensuring that every child had access to a preschool environment.” noted Alisha Reeves, a representative from OSE-ELC. “We wanted Allen County to have an opportunity to reach as many children as possible. It’s been fun watching this happen.”
Shepherd added that information will be published (in print and online) about the times and locations where the early learning bus will be once the bus starts to roll. Parents/Guardians of preschool age kids are encouraged to watch for announcements, bring their kids, and discover the exciting adventures which await.
The revealing of the new bus also included a ribbon-cutting ceremony with members of the preschool staff , special guests, and the Scottsville-Allen County Camber of Commerce.
