Gregory Piotraschke, a Henderson resident and a music educator in the Jefferson County School District, was sworn in June 4 as the newest director of the seven-member board. Piotraschke was one of two applicants to interview May 30 for the open board seat. He replaces former board director Sheree Coates who stepped down in May due to family obligations.
    Piotraschke’s appointment lasts until November. He does have the option to seek election this fall to serve the final two years of Coates’ term.
    The 27J Board of Education's regular business meetings are the fourth Tuesday of the month (except in March, July, & December) at a location to be determined. The Board also hosts Community Linkage meetings the second Tuesday of each month. Click here to learn more about the 27J Board of Education. 

     BOLT (Brighton Online Learning for Tomorrow) Academy, a tuition free public school for grades ninth through 11thgrade, will offer a technology rich, blended school model where students will attend part-time on campus and part-time online. BOLT Academy will be located inside the Brighton Learning and Resource Campus, 1850 E. Egbert St., Brighton. (What is BOLT Academy?)

     BOLT Academy will offer self-motivated, independent and organized high school students a customized and diverse learning experience where students can set the pace for their own learning. Students will study core academic subjects, develop 21st Century learning skills, engage in project-based learning within the confines of a smaller collaborative learning environment. Students will be supported by on-campus learning coaches and highly-qualified virtual content teachers."

    “We understand that the concept of online learning is a tremendously popular choice for students and their parents,” said School District 27J Superintendent Dr. Chris Fiedler. “We’re happy that BOLT Academy will provide that flexible, technology-rich learning environment for students but also provide personalized learning assistance from our highly-qualified staff.”

    The application process for BOLT Academy is now open for students. Enrollment will be limited. The application, as well as additional information about the school and enrollment requirements, can be found on the BOLT Academy web page.