Jamestown Public Schools buildings will have a increased police presence today following rumors of threats to the school. JPS officials sent an automated message to parents Tuesday night saying that they were aware of rumors circulating amongst … [Read more...]
Post-Pandemic Attendance, Chronic Absenteeism Rates Improving in Jamestown Schools
Post-Pandemic attendance and chronic absenteeism in Jamestown Public Schools is improving. JPS Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker, presenting to the Jamestown School Board, said the average daily attendance is dramatically up since 2020, "And … [Read more...]
Julia Kinney Appointed Assistant Principal at JHS
The Jamestown School Board has approved the appointment of Julia Kinney to serve as an assistant principal at Jamestown High School. Kinney succeeds Allyson Smith, who was appointed to serve as the building’s principal in January. A Randolph … [Read more...]
JPS Capital Projects Wrapping Up For Start of School
The Jamestown School Board received an update on three buildings undergoing capital projects this summer. JPS Director of Buildings & Grounds & Transportation Carl Pillittieri said the work at the Tech Academy, Fletcher … [Read more...]
Two Students Join Jamestown School Board
The Jamestown School Board has welcomed two new ex-officio members. Jamestown High School seniors Lincoln Carpenter and Jarren Cotter will serve as student representatives to the board for the 2024-25 school year. The students’ appointment … [Read more...]
Flooring Issue Adds $400,000 to Jamestown High School Capital Project
A flooring issue in Jamestown High School has led to the need to spend an additional $400,000 on the capital project. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said there was a discrepancy between the architectural drawings from the 1930s and what … [Read more...]
JHS Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Salutatorian Announced
Jamestown High School has announced Carsen Bane and Ella Storms as valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2024. Carsen Bane, Valedictorian, is the son of David and Heidi Bane. During his time at JHS, he has been a member of the varsity … [Read more...]
Former JPS Educator Barbi Price To Deliver JHS Graduation Keynote Address
Former Jamestown Public Schools educator Barbi Price will deliver the keynote address at Jamestown High School’s 2024 Commencement. Commencement takes place at 7:00 p.m. tonight at the Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater. Price retired from … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] YWCA Jamestown Broadscast: Ep 55 – Teen Talk – Build A Stronger Community
YWCA Jamestown’s Broadscast features members of the local YWCA Jamestown team discussing a variety of issues and topics with various guests from the Jamestown and Chautauqua Region. On this episode, the hosts speak with local teens about building … [Read more...]
JPS Breaks Ground On $20 Million Jamestown High School Project
Jamestown Public Schools has broken ground on a $20 million capital improvement project at Jamestown High School. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said new roofs, windows, and electrical work involving information technology and fire alarms are … [Read more...]
