‘A little bumpy, but we’re here’ | JCPS resumes in-person classes as roads remain tricky

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Snow, ice, and leftover slush still cover roads across Louisville more than a week after the latest winter storm.

Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) returned to in-person classes Monday on a two-hour delay to give buses and families extra time to navigate the streets. Some schools didn’t start until after 11 a.m., and a spokesperson said a few buses ran 20–30 minutes behind schedule. While classes weren’t officially delayed, some students arrived late.

Drivers bringing students to Field Elementary in the Crescent Hill neighborhood faced challenges on side streets. “Just coming through the neighborhood feels a little nerve-wracking. It was a little bumpy, but we’re here,” said parent Laura Riehm. “It was a bit of a challenge to get everybody back this morning, but hopefully they get back into their routine and have an enjoyable day.”

Several cars struggled to park on Eastover Court, and a mail carrier had to reroute to Frankfort Avenue to complete deliveries.

Sidewalks also posed issues for families walking students to school, as clearing them is the responsibility of homeowners and business owners. Cara Shelton of Margaret’s Fine Consignments said her son helped clear the sidewalk outside her shop, noting that snow removal on Frankfort Avenue has been inconsistent in past years. “It makes it really hard to get here. If this is where they’re coming, they need to be able to get past my neighbors also,” Shelton said.