Registration open for 2026 Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference
Registration is now open for the third-annual Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference taking place at the Galt House in Louisville June 8-9.
U.S. Army establishes Kentucky Department of Education JROTC Directorate as an official Program of Record
The U.S. Army has officially designated the Kentucky Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) Directorate a Program of Record, marking a historic milestone for JROTC programs across the Commonwealth.
Legislature passes House Bill 257, now waiting for governor’s signature
House Bill (HB) 257, a bill to reimagine Kentucky’s state assessment and accountability systems, has been approved by legislators in both chambers of the Kentucky General Assembly and is now on the governor’s desk for his consideration.
Kentucky educators are dedicated to continuous improvement
One of the premier events KDE hosts each year to further this effort is the Continuous Improvement Summit each September.
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School: Strengthening Family-School Connections
As a Title I school, Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School (Jessamine County) is proud of its diverse population and is committed to meeting the needs of students from a variety of cultural and economic backgrounds.
Rowan County’s Valiant Viking Profile of a Learner integrated into Family Friendly Schools success
To begin our (Family Friendly Schools) work, we formed a committee of stakeholders that represented our population. We sought out parents to join the partnership who were from diverse populations represented in our school.
Prichard Committee accepting applications for Outstanding High School Teacher Award
The award includes a cash prize of $20,000 for the teacher and $5,000 for their high school. The award will be presented at the annual meeting of the Prichard Committee in June 2026.
Louisville Zoo invites students and families to participate in Kids in Action conservation projects
The Louisville Zoo, in partnership LG&E and KU Foundation, invites families and individuals to join Kids in Action, an initiative created for students in grades preschool to 12th grades.