Kentucky Middle School Staff Win Lottery, Hides Winning Ticket Inside Math Textbook
By RonnySteel
The "Jones 30," a tight-knit group comprising 30 current and former employees of Rector A. Jones Middle School in Florence, is rejoicing over a significant triumph: they've secured the $1 million Powerball prize.
Credit: Kentucky Lottery
The educators, ranging from retired math teachers to administrators and special education instructors, carpooled to the Kentucky Lottery headquarters on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Bursting into the lobby with cheers, they proudly presented their winning ticket, securely tucked away in a math textbook, purchased from a Hebron Kroger.
The group's organizer, a retired math teacher, discovered the winning ticket the day after the January 27 Powerball drawing. With five matching white balls but missing the Powerball number, she cleverly hid the ticket in a math textbook, playfully noting, "No one looks in a math book. I knew it would be safe there."
In 2019, the Jones 30 chose a set of permanent Powerball numbers drawn by their math teacher and assistant principal, creating a unique tradition that ultimately led to their victory.
Each winner received an individual prize of $24,000 after taxes.
Certain members intend to invest their winnings, while others have earmarked the funds for travel or home improvements. "We've shared many experiences together, from trips to welcoming new family members," one winner revealed. "Winning as a group is an incredible feeling, given the bond we share." The group has affirmed their commitment to continue playing the Kentucky Lottery as a means of staying connected and enjoying each other's company.
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