Daily Archives: April 18, 2013

A quilt to remember

When Kentucky Education Commissioner Terry Holliday looks up from his desk, before him hangs a custom-made quilt expertly designed, sewn and quilted by his sister-in-law, Libby Holliday, who lives in Belton, S.C. Based on the craftsmanship, it is clear she does this work professionally.

By |2019-03-25T09:54:24-04:00April 18, 2013|

Kentucky partners with national group to engage teachers

In an effort to better engage teachers in the implementation of Kentucky’s Professional Growth and Effectiveness System (PGES), the Kentucky Department of Education, the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, the Kentucky Education Association, and the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence have announced a partnership with Hope Street Group, a national nonprofit organization known for its teacher engagement work.

By |2019-03-20T15:14:07-04:00April 18, 2013|

STLP 2013

The Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) held its 9th annual state championship in March at Rupp Arena. 

By |2019-03-20T14:55:57-04:00April 18, 2013|

Two Kentucky teachers selected for Dream Team

Leslie Lloyd said she applied to be a member of LearnZillion’s Dream Team because she wanted the chance to have an impact on students on a national scale. She also wanted to learn from nationally recognized master teachers. “I am always about reflection and learning new things, and I really think that this opportunity will help me become a better [...]

By |2013-04-17T12:28:36-04:00April 18, 2013|

Kentucky’s college- and career-readiness efforts recognized

Education Commissioner Terry Holliday, left, Gov. Steve Beshear and ACT, Inc. recognized Hazard Community and Technical College President Dr. Stephen Greiner, Layfette High School (Fayette County) senior Devin O’Neil Morton, Murray High School (Murray Independent) Principal Teresa Speed and Citi Vice President of Public Affairs Crystal Gibson for their college and career readiness efforts during a press conference this [...]

By |2018-12-11T13:57:53-05:00April 18, 2013|

Teacher and principal effectiveness bill signed

Advocating that all Kentucky children deserve to be taught by an effective teacher at a school led by an effective principal, Gov. Steve Beshear once again indicated his support for a statewide system promoting educator growth and effectiveness in Kentucky.

By |2020-11-10T15:27:09-05:00April 18, 2013|

New fund to provide support for innovative teachers, schools

Several business, government and education leaders announced this week the launch of a new non-profit organization that will encourage and support innovative new approaches in Kentucky classrooms. The announcement came at a news conference at the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce headquarters in Frankfort. The Fund for Transforming Education in Kentucky (The Fund) will start off by partnering with the Kentucky [...]

By |2021-10-14T15:57:57-04:00April 18, 2013|

2013 Kentucky Energy Tour

The 2013 Kentucky Energy Tour for Educators is scheduled for June 10-14. Twenty-five teachers who are passionate about bringing energy education to their classrooms will travel by charter coach through Western Kentucky visiting various types of energy facilities. There is no cost to attend the conference – funding is provided by the Kentucky Department for Energy Development and Independence. Lodging, [...]

By |2013-04-15T15:28:20-04:00April 18, 2013|
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