The Jamestown School Board heard a presentation at its December 16, 2025 meeting from JPS’ Human Resource department about how HR is working to communicate more effectively with JPS staff. … [Read more...]
St. Luke’s Thrift Shop Distributes Nearly $18,000 To Local Organizations
St. Luke’s Thrift Shop Board is distributing nearly $18,000 in grants to local organizations as part of its Winter 2025 community allocations. The funding goes to organizations that address food insecurity, shelter and the needs of children and … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Cancels Afterschool, Evening Activities
Due to inclement weather, Jamestown Public Schools is canceling all afterschool and evening activities for Thursday, December 11, 2025. All after-school programs will be prepared to receive children, but will contact parents to encourage early … [Read more...]
Seven Jamestown Public School Students Selected For NYSSMA Performances
Seven Jamestown Public Schools students recently were selected to perform among New York state’s most talented student musicians. Gina Delgado, Rya Giuffre, Hayden Langford, and Zoey Shimmel represented Jamestown High School at the New York State … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Reminding Parents Of Procedures For School Closures, Delays
As winter weather takes hold in the area, Jamestown Public Schools is reminding parents of procedures for school closures and delays when it comes to inclement weather. Delays or closures will be announced on area radio and television stations, as … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board Member Installed As President of New York State School Boards Association
Longtime Jamestown School Board member Christine Schnars has been installed as President of the New York State School Boards Association. School Board President Paul Abbott said, “The New York State School Boards Association is one of the largest … [Read more...]
Former Coach, Teacher, JPS Board Member Joe DiMaio Is Being Remembered
Former teacher, football coach, and Jamestown School Board member Joe DiMaio is being remembered after he died Monday, November 17. DiMaio was 78 years old. A 1965 graduate of Jamestown High School, DiMaio served as a health teacher in the … [Read more...]
No Charges For Bus Driver In Accident That Resulted In Student’s Death
No charges will be filed against the driver of the school bus that hit a Fletcher Elementary School student, resulting in her death. Jamestown Police said 4-year old Leanna Herrera was struck by a Panama Central School District Bus at the … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board Approves Harrison St. Property Lease With BPU
The Jamestown School Board has approved a lease agreement with the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities for property on Harrison Street. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said the BPU plans to lease the property at 240 Harrison Street for a new … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Receives ‘Clean Audit’
The Jamestown Public Schools District received a “clean” audit for the 2024-25 school year. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said he was told the “clean audit” is the highest level that an audit can receive, “So, they found no challenges, … [Read more...]
