Jonathan Elementary School has received the prestigious Purple Star Award, which highlights the school's outstanding commitment to supporting military-connected students an families.
JES Principal Paul Lamb was joined by Christa Hall and three JES students in accepting the award at Thursday's Board of Education meeting.
In a letter from Georgi-Anne Johnson, Co-Director of the Kentucky Purple Star Program, she said the award speaks directly to the incredible administrative staff and teachers at Jonathan Elementary who go above and beyond to serve military families. It continues "your dedication and hard work have made a tremendous impact, and we are proud to honor your efforts in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for military-connected youth."
During the recognition event, JES student Maddie Fleming shared with the school board details about what the Purple Star Program is all about, then student Scarlet Muirheid shared her essay on what it's like to be a military child.
We are so proud of Jonathan Elementary for this exceptional accomplishment. Your dedication to supporting military families is truly inspiring.
(JES student Scarlet Muirheid, student Bella Severs, Christa Hall, student Maddie Fleming, and Principal Paul Lamb)