Central Elementary School

🍎 We’re Hiring at Central Elementary! 🦅 Central Elementary School is looking for a caring, dependable, and student-focused Exceptional Child Instructional Assistant to join our team! If you have a heart for serving children, enjoy working as part of a team, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students every day, we encourage you to apply. 📍 Position: Exceptional Child Instructional Assistant 💻 Apply Online: https://johnson.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5843263 At Central Elementary, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where every child can succeed. Come be part of a school family that believes in helping every student learn, lead, and live a legacy. Please share this post to help us find the right person for our students!

Football practice tomorrow July 22nd 6:00-8:00 for all students grades 3-5 wishing to play this season. Please make sure to bring a copy of an up to date physical with your player. 🏈

Our community friends at Paintsville First Christian Church would like to invite all to come to their FREE Community Yard Sale!

Football meet and greet tonight! Be there and please share! 🏈

Please share! Football practice scheduled to start today 7/20 has been cancelled. New start date will be post as soon as possible. 🏈

We are incredibly proud of CES teachers Kim Miller, Peyton Duncan, and Miranda Duncan for representing Central Elementary at this morning’s East KY TeachMeet! These outstanding educators presented on the Revised Kentucky Writing Standards, sharing instructional strategies and best practices with fellow educators from across the region. Their willingness to lead, collaborate, and invest in the growth of others reflects the excellence we strive for every day at CES. Thank you for representing our school with professionalism and passion. Your leadership is making a difference far beyond our classrooms! Learn. Lead. Live a Legacy. 🖤💛

Please remember to join us this Thursday, July 23rd, for Kindergarten Empower Day! Students will get to meet their teachers and explore their school/classrooms as they preview a day in kindergarten. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. As students begin their day, parents are invited to attend an informational meeting at 9 am. Families will have an opportunity to connect with school staff, learn about important information for the upcoming school year, and explore school expectations and resources. Please try to attend as we want all families to feel confident and prepared for a successful school year. Transportation will be provided to and from EMPOWER Academy. Please watch for your bus beginning around 8:00 a.m. Pickup times may vary, so we appreciate your patience as our drivers safely transport students. We can’t wait to meet our newest group of little Eagles! 🦅 💛🖤

🏈 CENTRAL ELEMENTARY FOOTBALL IS BACK! 🦅 Calling all future Eagles entering 2nd–5th grade! Football practice officially kicks off Monday, and we can’t wait to get started. 📅 Starts: Monday 🕖 Time: 7:00–8:30 PM 📍 Who: Students entering Grades 2–5 📋 Bring: A current sports physical (required to participate) 👕 Wear: T-shirt, shorts, and cleats or tennis shoes Come ready to learn the fundamentals, work hard, have fun, and be part of the Eagle family! Work Hard. Play Together. Be an Eagle. 💛🖤

Congratulations, Mr. Blackburn!

Johnson County Schools is proud to recognize Central Elementary's Brian Blackburn as he completes an intensive week-long Kagan Trainer Certification course. Pictured with Dr. Spencer Kagan, founder of Kagan Cooperative Learning, Mr. Blackburn has dedicated the week to deepening his expertise in high-impact instructional strategies that promote student engagement, collaboration, and achievement.

We are incredibly proud of Mr. Blackburn's commitment to professional growth and to bringing The Gold Standard of teaching and learning back to our students and staff.

Way to go, Mr. Blackburn!

Ramey Branch Church Back to School Bash!

Hello, CES Eagles! We are so excited to welcome our new 4th graders for the 2026–2027 school year! 🎉 To help your child start the year prepared and ready to learn, we’ve attached our 4th Grade Supply List. ✏️ Don't forget that Readyfest, our county supply & hygiene giveaway, will take place on July 31st 9:00-12:00! We can’t wait to meet each of you and begin another amazing year of learning, leadership, and growth! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. See you soon! 💛🖤 We are learners. We are leaders. We are CES Eagles!🦅

🎨 NOW ENROLLING for the 2026–2027 School Year! 🍎 📢 Attention Johnson County families! Don’t wait until it’s too late—spots are filling up quickly! Johnson County Head Start & Preschool is now accepting applications for the upcoming school year. We offer high-quality early childhood education in a safe, caring, and engaging learning environment where every child can grow and thrive. ✅ CCAP accepted at all locations for families who qualify to help with tuition costs. 📍 Preschool locations: • Porter Elementary • W.R. Castle Elementary • Central Elementary We have classroom options available through both our Head Start and Preschool programs to meet your family’s needs. 📞 Call us today at (606) 789-2511 📍 Or stop by: 1709 Euclid Ave. Paintsville, KY 41240 ⏳ Contact us as soon as possible to avoid being placed on a waiting list! Please like, share, and help us spread the word so every child has the opportunity to get a great start!

🎉 Now Enrolling for Johnson County Head Start/Preschool! 🎉 Do you have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old by August 1, 2026? Now is the time to enroll for the 2026–2027 school year! 🍎📚 📍 Apply in person at: Johnson County Head Start/Preschool Office 1709 Euclid Avenue Paintsville, KY 41240 📞 Questions? Call (606) 789-2511 📝 Please bring: Proof of Birth (one of the following): • Birth Certificate • Insurance Card • Immunization Record Proof of Income (one of the following): • EBT Card • SSI Letter • One Month of Income • 2025 Tax Return • W-2 We can’t wait to welcome our newest little learners for an exciting year of growing, learning, and making new friends! ❤️💙💚 Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, and tagging families who may be interested!

Volleyball camp information.

CES Summer Camp

Attention summer school kiddos. Due to construction, please park and walk your student to the left side of the school this morning (bus loop).

Eagles SOAR Summer Camp

📢 NOW HIRING: Family Resource Center Director at Central Elementary! Central Elementary is seeking a passionate and caring leader to serve as our Family Resource Center Director. This position plays a vital role in connecting students and families with resources, building strong community partnerships, and helping ensure every child has the support they need to succeed. If you have a heart for serving others and a desire to make a meaningful impact on children and families, we encourage you to apply. 🏫 Central Elementary School 🤝 Build relationships with families and community partners ❤️ Help remove barriers and support student success 🖥️ Apply online: https://johnson.schoolspring.com 📞 Questions? Contact Michael Conley at 606-789-2541