Candidates named in commissioner search
The Kentucky Board of Education announced the names of the five candidates it is currently considering for the position of commissioner of education.
Superintendent’s Spotlight: Kirk Biggerstaff, Cumberland County
Kirk Biggerstaff The mission of the Cumberland County School District is “Success: Every Student, Every Day!” This mission is the driving force in building a strong foundation for all students in order to assist them in becoming well-prepared for their future educational and career options. It is our goal to support students, teachers, staff and parents by promoting [...]
More Kentucky graduates meet state benchmarks on ACT
More Kentucky public high school graduates are meeting the state’s college-readiness benchmarks on the ACT college-entrance exam, according to data released today by the Kentucky Department of Education.
Alltech STEMposium targeted to science teachers
Alltech will host STEMposium 2015 on Sept. 26 at the Locust Trace AgriScience Center in Lexington. The event features breakout sessions with hands-on professional development opportunities for K-12 science teachers. The event allows teachers to learn how to incorporate engineering practices into all sciences, discover how Design Thinking can generate interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and engage [...]
Stock Market Game teaches economics, investing
Teachers in grades 4-12 may register their students to participate in The Stock Market Game, an interactive, educational simulation and competition that teaches personal finance, economics, technology and team-building skills. It can be used in mathematics, reading, writing, economics, social studies and business classes. Teachers may use the program to reinforce economic and investing concepts and provide real-world applications. Students [...]
Five candidates move forward in commissioner search
At a special meeting in Lexington on Aug. 25, the Kentucky Board of Education voted to move five individuals forward in its search for the position of commissioner of education – with the possibility of extending a second interview to each, pending additional information.
Carter County custodian teaches about service to others
Custodian Marvin McHenry won the 2015 Fred Award for his extraordinary efforts that create positive learning atmosphere at his Carter County elementary school.
Rockcastle science teacher sharing how student engagement has worked in her classroom
A Rockcastle County science teacher shares what she has learned about the importance of student engagement with fellow teachers.
Making time for teacher leadership
With endless to-do lists, it’s reasonable for teachers to hesitate in committing to any extra opportunities outside the classroom. Already over-committed, I contemplated applying to the Kentucky Network to Transform Teaching’s Classroom Teachers Enacting Positive Solutions (CTEPS) program.
NCTM regional meeting scheduled in Nashville
Mathematics educators can sharpen their skills and gain new techniques during the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Regional Conference & Exposition on Nov. 18-20 in Nashville, Tenn. Six focus strands and nine conference topics will give participants the opportunity to learn the most effective teaching practices within the topics most essential to their teaching. Discounts are available for early-bird [...]