Jefferson County voters showed their vision of the critical role of schools when they voted on Nov. 3, 2020, to approve the $43,732,971 Bond that includes funding for a new Ranson Elementary School and a new Shepherdstown Elementary School. We have spent more than 3 years planning and working towards this moment.  From land purchases to planning committees to surveys to public demonstration forums.   As the moment has finally arrived, we want to continue to check in and ensure that the feedback we have received to date continues to represent what these historic communities want and need from their schools. Please join Jefferson County Schools as we prioritize plans for these new facilities that will help carry Ranson and Shepherdstown into the future for generations to come.

• STEAM Labs - (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) STEAM labs serve as an extension to the science/math curricula offering practical and hands-on activities

• In-school Mental Health Support Space - private areas for individual and group counseling, quiet space, calming rooms

• Makerspace - collaborative space that can be used by all schools in Jefferson County

• Virtual Learning Support - physical space to help students who choose to receive virtual instruction

• Greater Community Access - more shared facilities/space with the community

• Shared Community Sports & Recreation Space - done in partnership with the Jefferson County Parks and Rec Commission

• Energy-Efficient Schools - LEED Certified or net-zero school

Based on extensive community input, the Jefferson County Board of Education developed the CEFP to help guide growth in our schools. You can click the link below to read the full CEFP.

Jefferson County Schools CEFP

2023 CEFP Annual Update