Persell Middle School was evacuated Wednesday following a bomb threat. Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker issued a statement yesterday saying the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office and Jamestown Police were made aware of … [Read more...]
eSports Are Coming To Jamestown Public Schools
eSports are coming to the Jamestown Public Schools District. The Jamestown School Board approved the creation of an E-Sports team and extracurricular club at a voting session held Wednesday. The board also approved accepting a donation of a … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Dr. Kevin Whitaker – May 2, 2024
Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker talks with us about the 2024-25 budget and finances for the district. … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools’ 2024-25 Budget Approved By School Board, Goes to Public Vote on May 21
The Jamestown School Board has officially adopted a $104.5 million budget for the 2024-25 school year that will now go onto voters for final approval. The spending plan includes no increase in the tax levy. District Assistant Superintendent for … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul’s Proposed State Budget Cuts Foundation Aid Over $400 Million For Schools
Governor Kathy Hochul's proposed state budget cuts Foundation Aid to nearly every school district in the state, including Jamestown. According to a press release by the New York State United Teachers, Jamestown Public Schools' Foundation Aid would … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Students To Get April 8 Off For Eclipse
Jamestown Public School students will get the day off to watch the eclipse on April 8. The Jamestown School Board voted to add a Superintendent's Conference Day to the schedule for April 8. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said the decision … [Read more...]
Jamestown High School Marching Band Director Resigns
The Jamestown High School Marching Band will be looking for a new director. Megan Murray submitted her resignation from the elective on Tuesday, January 23, but will remain on as the high school's band director. Former Marching Band Director … [Read more...]
New Jamestown High School Principal Appointed
The Jamestown School Board has approved the appointment of a new principal for Jamestown High School. Allyson Smith will begin in that role on Tuesday, January 16. Current building principal, Dana Williams, will continue in an advisory role over … [Read more...]
Jamestown High School’s New Nickname Is ‘Red & Green’
Jamestown High School's new nickname will be “Red & Green” following a recommendation from the school’s Nickname Committee. The Jamestown School Board voted 5 to 1 on Tuesday to adopt the new nickname. Board member Frank Galeazzo was the … [Read more...]
JHS Student Faces Disciplinary, Legal Consequence After Bringing BB Gun To School
A Jamestown High School student faces disciplinary and legal consequences after bringing a BB gun to the school Wednesday. Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker sent out a statement, saying that following a report of a student … [Read more...]
