2019 Kentucky Teacher of the Year a force for struggling students
Jessica Dueñas said her favorite teachers were the ones who understood where she was coming from, and she tries to be that kind of teacher.
Teachers of the Year find power in music
NyRee Clayton-Taylor was named the 2018 the Elementary School Teacher of the Year and Tiffany Marsh was named the High School Teacher of the Year.
Gifted and talented every day
A Warren County middle school brings its academically advanced students together in an ungraded class to work on problem-solving and projects that pique their interest.
Prom night at Franklin County
Spring is well underway, and with the season comes warm weather, horse racing and the staple of high schools around the country – prom.
Budget, pension system and tax provisions dominate 2018 Regular Session
Local boards of education, school-based decision making councils and teachers will be implementing lots of new laws passed by the 2018 Regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly.
Schools are calling: Males wanted
Nelson County's Joshua DeWar says educators need to make sure children have a variety of role models at schools, which includes recruiting more males at the elementary level.
Changes coming to accountability system, School Report Card
We have some big changes coming up in education over the next year and I want to take some time to share how it will be impacting your family and your school.
Meeting the needs of gifted students in mixed-ability classrooms
Jefferson County's Sheri A. Rhodes said she felt like she was failing her gifted students because so much of her time was being spent on students who were below grade level, but then she discovered how differentiated instruction could help everyone in her classroom.
Giving thanks to all of Kentucky’s teachers
Teaching is a demanding profession. To celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week, scheduled for May 7-11, I'd like to thank all of Kentucky's educators for the outstanding things they do for their students every day.
Doing our best for every child
I've recorded a new short video for all of Kentucky's teachers to share my priorities in education. Please take a few minutes to watch this video and thank you for all you do for the Commonwealth's children.
A different way to get students to buy in
Fleming County's Amy Bolar said when you are trying to get student buy-in, it might be best to focus your efforts on a particular small set of students.
10 alternative programs recognized for exemplary work
In an effort to recognize the work of educators and programs that serve students with a variety of learning needs, the Kentucky Department of Education has named 10 Alternative Programs of Distinction.
Interim commissioner lays out his priorities to Kentucky Board of Education
Interim Commissioner of Education Wayne Lewis laid out his priorities to the Kentucky Board of Education at its Jan. 6 meeting, telling board members that “everything that we do ought to be aligned to improving student outcomes.”
Fletcher named chief communications officer at KDE
Interim Commissioner of Education Wayne Lewis announced June 6 the hiring of Jessica Fletcher as the chief communications officer for the Kentucky Department of Education . She will begin her role with the department on June 11, focusing on internal and external communication strategies.
Derrick Ramsey named as secretary of Education and Workforce Cabinet
Gov. Matt Bevin appointed Derrick Ramsey as secretary of the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet, responsible for educating, preparing and training Kentucky's current and future workforce.
KASA names Fred Award finalists
The Kentucky Association of School Administrators announced the finalists for the 2018 Fred Award.
Nominations open for annual environmental education awards
The Kentucky Association for Environmental Education is accepting nominations for its annual Excellence in Environmental Education Awards.
KDE, AdvancEd hosting continuous improvement summit
The Kentucky Department of Education and AdvancEd will host the Kentucky Continuous Improvement Summit on Sept. 17-18 at the Lexington Convention Center.
Spectator sports safety conference coming to Louisville
The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security will hold its annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference and Exhibition July 9-12 at the Louisville Marriott Downtown.
New PBIS video modules available
The Kentucky Department of Education has made the 2018 installment of positive behavioral intervention and support video modules available to educators.
Apply to help KDE set standards for science assessments
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking applicants to complete the process of setting standards for the science assessments in grades 4 and 7.
