Events

Family Fun with FRYSC

Upcoming Events 25-26

Kindergarten Enrollment Night- March 12th

Join us for a Kindergarten Enrollment Night @ the Creek!

March 12th, 2026 from 4:30-6:30.

Any questions? Contact Jessica or Kelly at Cox's Creek Elementary!

Salvation Army ANGEL TREE APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!

Salvation Army's Angel Tree Application is officially OPEN for the 2025 Christmas Season! Please scan the QR code to the left, or visit bit.ly/salvationarmy2025 to fill out the application. Application must be filled out COMPLETELY. If you need assistance please reach out to Jessica or Kelly at Cox's Creek or Foster Heights!

Previous Events 24-25

Bulldog Community Read

Spring Carnival

Big Smiles

Kindergarten Registration Night

Pre-school Transition Visit

Online Registration

Holiday Assistance: Thanksgiving & Christmas

With the help of several community partners, FRYSC was able to assist 51 families with Thanksgiving meals and 50 plus families with Christmas Holiday Assistance. Thank you to all of our community partners who make this possible each year!

Cookies with Santa

Family Resource partnered with PTO to host the Cookies with Santa event. Free coats and books were given away by FRYSC.

Operation Warm

Family Resource partnered with Operation Warm to provide 120 coats for the Neighborly FRC Center. FRC set up during Cookies with Santa to provide these free coats to student who needed them.

Thanksgiving Meal & Pumpkin Patch Time

We are so thankful for all our Bulldogs and their families. Making memories is the best part of family time here at the Creek!

5th Grade takes on Biztown

FRYSC teamed up with Tri County United Way to sponsor the 5th grade field trip to Biztown Louisville. Students had to complete lesson plans that taught them real life skills for the future. Students then interviewed for various jobs, in which they then had to work at completing payroll, issuing citations, and purchasing items within their budgets.

Big Smiles

Big Smiles continues to service students during the school day in the building so that students do not have to miss a day of school. Students receive dental cleanings, fillings, and extended dental work. Big Smiles has been scheduled to come back throughout the year and is already scheduled for the 24-25 Spring Session. If you would like to sign your student up please contact Family Resource. If you previously signed your student up for services, but would no longer like to be seen, please contact Family Resource as the permission form is good for 18 months of services from date of initial signature from guardian.

Red Ribbon Week Activities: Trick or Treating & Poster Contest

K-2 Winner: Elijah Hollinshead

3-5 Winner: Rose Randolph

Empowering Kids

Family Resource started a new program this year to provide warm fall/winter clothing to students who needed extra support before the holiday season. This program provided 46 kids with 2 outfits, a pair of shoes, and a spirit wear hoodie. Family Resource partnered with community members who sponsored the students and brought the items to the center to be distributed. Family Resource plans on providing this service 2 times a year as long as community members are willing to partner with FRYSC to serve our community.

Caregiver Conference

Are you someone who is taking care of a niece, nephew, grandchild(ren), or friend's child(ren)? If so, we wanted to let you know that there are resources and programs out there that can help support you. Our Caregiver Support Conference was created to do just that! We held our 3rd annual Caregiver Support Conference September 21st. This is a relaxed and stress-free setting where we can share resources and programs available to our Nelson County families.

Shelia Rentfrow - Kinship rep for University of Kentucky shares programs with attendees

Pam Waldridge - DCBS speaks on services for families

Norma Hatfield - Parent shares personal journey with attendees

Nelson Christian Church Volunteers provided a breakfast meal

Birthday Book Celebrations

Family Resource was able to secure enough books to celebrate each student for their birthday this year by providing a free book to every student.

Kindergarten/1st Grade Lady Bulldogs

Family Resource Coached the K/1 split Lady Bulldogs in their first year every playing basketball. Coach Jessica has been coaching at Cox's Creek since 2021. Watching these kiddos shine on the court and grow their love of basketball was bitter sweet as the season ended. Way to go Lady Bulldogs! (not pictured Malaysia Fulks)

5th Grade Lady Bulldogs

Family Resource Coached the 5th Grade Lady Bulldogs into the Semi-Finals this year. Coach Jessica has been coaching since these girls were in 2nd grade. It was bitter sweet to see their season come to an amazing end! We will continue to be their biggest fans next year watching them from the stands!

Lady Bulldog Cheerleaders

Family Resource joined in on the Bulldog Spirit and coached Cheerleading this year along with Coach Brashear. Watching our Bulldogs shine on and off the court has been amazing! Go Lady Bulldogs!

The GRAND Event

Over 600 in attendance this year for the Grand Event. Grands and their students enjoyed an ice cream social, along with a picture frame and rock painting craft. Family Resource provided a photo booth for some memory making, along with a picture frame craft.

Back To School Bash

Nelson County School's 3rd Annual Back to School Bash was held on August 3rd, 11 am - 2 pm at Old Kentucky Home Middle School. This event is provided by the Nelson County School's FRYSC team and is separate from back-to-school bashes at each individual school.

Previous Events 23-24

Cox's Creek Welcomes it's Newest Bulldogs: 24-25 Kindergarten Registration Night

We were so excited to see all of our newest Bulldogs come into the building! We can't wait for August to see you start your Bulldog journey with us! If you have not yet registered your student, please contact Traci Wethington, Family Caretaker to complete the online registration documents.

Congratulations to the following kiddos on winning the door prize:

Sophia Kissel - Backpack full of school supplies

Amira Ali - Backpack full of school supplies

Annie Crepps - Plush Bulldog

24-25 Early Registration Incentive

CCES Family Resource have teamed up with the Administration Team to provide incentives for early registration students. Students who's class completes registration by April 19th with 100% will receive a popsicle party from Family Resource. The first grade level class in each grade with 100% will receive a Pizza Party. The first class to hit 100% registration from each grade level will win their teacher an extra planning from FRYSC. One lucky student will be drawn for an Amazon Fire Tablet.

For assistance with Registration please contact:

Family Caretaker Traci Wethington

traci.wethington@nelson.kyschools.us

Family Resource Jessica Sutcliff or Kelly Huckelby

jessica.sutcliff@nelson.kyschools.us kelly.huckelby@nelson.kyschools.us

FRYSC Appreciation Week

Please join us in celebrating Family Resource during FRYSC Appreciation Week! What better way than to send in donations to Ms. Jessica and Ms. Kelly. FRYSC is asking for New items. Items needed are listed on the flyer. For questions or assistance please contact Ms. Jessica or Ms. Kelly.

Jessica - jessica.sutcliff@nelson.kyschools.us, 502-373-4334

Kelly - kelly.huckelby@nelson.kyschools.us, 502-849-4141

Charlotte's Web

Bulldog Community Read kicked off their book reveal on January 26th. Students, Staff, Guardians, and Community will partake in a book reading frenzy over the next month and a half reading Charlotte's Web. There will be activities throughout the month of February and March that lead students on a fun-filled journey to see how Charlotte and WIlbur impact their community. There will then be a family movie night on March 15th - Charlotte's Web, with a rain date of March 22nd.

Holiday Assistance

FRYSC collaborated with several community partners to provide Thanksgiving Food Baskets, Christmas Food Baskets, and Holiday clothing & gifts for multiple Nelson County Families across the district. If you are in need of assistance throughout the school year, please contact your Family Resource Center.

Cookies With Santa

Students got to partake in activities such as cookies and milk, story time, and photos with Santa.

FRYSC teamed up with Tri County United Way to sponsor the 5th grade field trip to Biztown Louisville. Students had to complete lessons plans that taught them real life skills for the future. Students then interviewed for various jobs, in which they then had to work at completing payroll, issuing citations, and purchasing items within their budgets.

JA Biztown 5th Grade Field Trip

Thanksgiving Lunch

Families were able to join us this year with the return of our Thanksgiving meal for families. Our bellies and hearts couldn't have been fuller with all the families that joined us for this event.

Bulldogs Trick or Treating

Trick or Treating with ELC

Red Ribbon Week Ice Cream Social Winners:

K-2nd Grade: Ms. Filiatreau's Class - Kayden Culver & Paityn Fulkerson

3rd-5th Grade: Mrs. Cundiff's Class - Presleigh Keeney

& Ms. Brady's Class - Remi Bisig

Red Ribbon Week

Students were able to celebrate red ribbon week with lots of fun and educational activities. FRYSC provided Red Ribbon Week Swag. Dress up days are always a must! Remix Education brought the wild and fun education setting for students to enjoy.

Food For Families

Nelson County Staff worked together with several community partners to provide meals for families during Nelson County Schools shutdown days. Family Resource met with staff to make and deliver meals, along with 5 pick-up locations throughout the district.

Big Smiles Dental

Fall Pride Games

FRYSC set up a booth to join in the Fall Pride Games. Some even joined the Kick Ball Tournament. Families were welcome to stop in and get information on all things FRYSC and students could win a cold treat and get some face paint spirit wear.

The GRAND Event

Family Resource hosted the GRAND Event in which GRAND's were invited to come and share a fun-filled evening of activities with their loved ones. Hand painting, Interviews, Photo Frame & Pictures, along with an Ice Cream Social. Fun was had by all who attended.

Interview Your GRAND

Photo Frame Fun

Hand Paint Poem

Ice Cream Social

Caregiver Support Conference 23-24

Are you someone who is taking care of a niece, nephew, grandchild(ren), or friend's child(ren)? If so, we wanted to let you know that there are resources and programs out there that can help support you. Our Caregiver Support meetings were created to do just that! We would like to invite you to join us at our Annual Caregiver Support Conference on September 16th, from 10 am to 1 pm. This is a relaxed and stress-free setting where we can share resources and programs available to our Nelson County families. There will be activities available for children, and lunch will be provided. We hope you can join us!

Supporting YOU while you support a loved one

Family Resource held their 2nd Annual Caregiver Conference on Sept 16th at the Nelson County Library. Families were treated to guest speakers with resources, lunch, and activities for the children. Family Resource is continuing to build a caregiver group within our community to better support non-traditional families. If you are interested in this group please contact your Family Resource Coordinator today!

Having Fun in the Childcare Room

Marleesa Starks QA Specialist with Lincoln Trail Area Development District

Childcare Provided by Education Collaboration Students

Sheila Rentfrow, MSEd Kinship Program Coordinator

CRANK IT UP Car Show

Join the UPFoundation on September 10 from 11-4 for their Car Show and Family Fun Day. FRYSC will be out with a booth set up to answer any questions or assist with any student needs this school year. Food Vendors and Craft Booths will also be set up for your enjoyment.

Location: Nelson County Area Technology Center 1060 Bloomfield Road Bardstown Ky. 40004

Time: 11am-4pm

Contact: Misty Roller for more information. 270-465-1960 misty.roller@nelson.kyschools.us

Nelson County School's 2nd Annual Back to School Bash was held on July 29th, 2023 11 am - 2 pm at Thomas Nelson High School. This event was provided by the Nelson County School's FRYSC team and is separate from back-to-school bashes at each individual school.

On behalf of the FRYSC team, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this event a success. We are truly grateful for the support we received from our sponsors and families, and we hope that you had a memorable experience. Your support means everything to us, and we are already looking forward to seeing you again next year!

Music Therapy Introduction

Community Partners Join the Fun

Students enjoying activities

Previous Events 22-23

2023-2024 Early Registration Incentive

CCES PTO and Family Resource have teamed up to provide incentives for early registration students. Students who's class completes registration by April 21st with 100% will receive a popsicle party from Family Resource. The first grade level class in each grade with 100% will receive a Pizza Party from PTO.

For assistance with Registration please contact:

Family Caretaker Traci Wethington

traci.wethington@nelson.kyschools.us

Family Resource Jessica Sutcliff or Amanda Jones

jessica.sutcliff@nelson.kyschools.us amanda.jones@nelson.kyschools.us

Adult & Teen Financial Literacy Night

Please join Family Resource and WesBanco for a FREE Adult & Teen Financial Literacy Night. This event will take place, Wednesday March 1, 2023, 6pm-7pm at Nelson County High School. Refreshments provided by WesBanco. Please fill out the Google Form by scanning the QR code or type in the bit.ly to RSVP. Hope to see you there!

Ranger In Time

Bulldog Community Read kicked off their book reveal on February 17th. Students, Staff, Guardians, and Community will partake in a book reading frenzy over the next month and a half reading Ranger In Time Rescue on the Oregon Trail. There will be activities throughout the month of February and March that leads students on a fun-filled journey to see how Ranger impacts his community. There will then be a family movie night on March 24th - A Dog's Way Home.

5th Grade Wickland

5th grade visited Wickland where they performed a historical dance for their audience members. Students also gave speeches over various historical events that occured during these times.

Bulldog Community Leader

FRYSC Elective consists of students from 3rd-5th Grade that signed up for the Bulldog Community Leader Elective. In this Elective students will learn how their small contributions to their community make a HUGE impact for others. Students will hold multiple donation drives for such programs as Holiday Food Assistance, Bulldog Food Pantry, Hygiene Items, and needed items for a local Animal Shelter.

Red Ribbon Week Ice Cream Social Winners:

K-2nd Grade: Mrs. Gant's Class - Elijah Hollingshead

3rd-5th Grade: Ms. Gaskill's Class - Cameron Glass

Holiday Assistance

Every year FRYSC partners with several community partners and staff to provide supplemental holiday assistance. This year FRYSC also partnered with the House Leaders (student Elective Course ) to collect items to provide Holiday Stockings Families in need.

Cookies With Santa

Students got to partake in activities such as cookies and milk, making an ornament, photos with Santa, and coloring in the library (provided by CC Childcare)

Decorating Cookies

Story Time with Family Resource

Ornament Fun

Biztown 5th Grade Trip

Mayor For The Day

Creating a Strong Team

Enjoying a well deserved break

Big Smiles Dental Visit

Big Smiles came to see kiddos that signed up for dental cleanings, fillings, and extended dental work. Big Smiles has been scheduled to come back at the beginning of the 2023 school year.

Halloween Parade

Mario and Luigi

Maleficent

Elsa

Banana Twins

Red Ribbon Week Celebration Oct 24-31

Students were able to celebrate red ribbon week with lots of fun, educational activities. FRYSC provided Red Ribbon Week Swag daily for students to enjoy along with our Leadership Team providing daily competitions amonst the classrooms. Our local K9 Unit stopped by for a demonstration. Remix Education brought the wild and fun education setting for students to enjoy. FRYSC provided an adult Substance Abuse Education Night. And Staff got to enjoy make your own Caramel Apples provided by FRYSC.

K9 Turbo

K9 Turbo gives student a demonstration

Remix Education Team Building Activity

FRYSC provides some staff appreciation snacks

First Annual Caregivers Conference 22-23

Guest Speaker: Norma Hatfield

Norma shared her story of becoming a caregiver

Guest Speaker: Sheila Renfrow

Sheila shared valuable kinship information

Back to School Bazaar

Free Community-Wide Event Aug 6, 2022 - Hosted By Nelson County FRYSC Coordinators

School Supplies, Clothing, and Community Information Provided

Future Bulldog

ELC Friends

Community Outreach

Community Assistance

PREVIOUS EVENTS 21-22

Preschool Transition Visit

Our newest Bulldogs were invited to come spend time with our current Kindergartener's and Teachers for a meet and greet welcoming visit. On the eve of the visit our new Bulldogs had Kindergarten Registration and fun activities in the building.