Chromebook & Class Materials Distribution

August 5 - August 7

Back to School Rallies 2020

Each year, the YMCA of Central Kentucky, in partnership with Fayette County Public Schools, sponsors and community partners, hosts the annual neighborhood Back to School Rallies.  The rallies provide elementary, middle and high school students with free full-size backpacks and school supplies.

This year's event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020.

• Sites are drive thru pick up only. There are eight sites this year. Please see the list and choose the site closest to you. 

• Event will run from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Families must register for a pick up time for this event.

• Registration is open through August 12. Register at ONLY one site (information will be confirmed). Continue to click “More” at the bottom of the form until you find your closest site.

To register for a pick up time, please visit ymcacky.org/events/back-school-rallies.

Registration is open until August 12. 

Coaches update plans for volleyball 

The coaches canceled in-person conditioning and noted all of the exercises done in the gym can be done at home.  We want to make sure the girls are in shape and continue conditioning. These exercises are optional, but are a great way to stay in shape!

• Running laps (at least 4)
• Stretches
• Shuffling from one end to the other (long or short distrance)
• Dynamic stretches (knee-huggers, high knees, butt-kicks, and karaoke)
• Planks (30 seconds each) 2x 
• Mountain climbers (20 each leg) 2x
• Wall sits (30 seconds each) 2x 

The coaches have discussed open-gym, and will have more information once FCPS provides more information about how the beginning of school will look. For more information, please email volleyball Coach Adriana Conde. 

FCPS COVID-19 guidelines for sports

Players and family members must wear a mask to practice and when leaving practice.  Wearing a mask during practice is optional.  
Players must come to practice dressed in athletic gear; we cannot use the locker rooms.  
Players must bring their own water; we cannot share water or use water fountains. 
Follow the signs for correct entrances and exits.  
Players will have their temperatures taken before every practice, and will be asked some questions regarding symptoms and surroundings as part of the health check.  

F/R families can get reimbursed for missed meals

Families can apply for a Pandemic EBT card for any student eligible for F/R lunch or who attends a school that offers free lunch. Reimbursement is up to $313.50. Apply for an EBT card by Aug. 31.

Free meals available through summer

Meal distribution sites - English

Meal distribution sites - Spanish 

Summer reading recommendations 

Book lists 

• 2020-21 Kentucky Bluegrass Award Master List for 6-8
• Scholastic Ultimate Summer Reading Book List for Middle Schoolers 
• Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) Summer Reading Booklist for Grades 6-8

Importance of reading

• Kentucky Department of Education Summer Reading 
  
  

Tech support for families 

If your student has problems logging into their FCPS account or Chromebook, call the Tech Support number (859) 381-4410 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. weekdays.