culture

Chinese language grants available through UK Confucius Institute

The University of Kentucky Confucius Institute (UKCI) supplies all start-up and annual funds to help K-12 and post-secondary schools establish Chinese language and culture programs with a “Confucius Classroom.” Currently, schools in 27 states and the District of Columbia are participating in this program. Teacher salary is paid by Confucius Institute Headquarters. Materials provided include Multimedia equipment, teaching venue improvements, [...]

By Susan Riddell|2014-05-29T08:21:30-04:00May 28, 2014|

A heroic effort

With great power comes great responsibility, South Heights teachers say.

By Susan Riddell|2013-10-29T09:09:36-04:00October 29, 2013|

Pivotal Leadership paying off for five schools

GRREC initiative builds leadership through data analysis, culture assessment and more.

By Susan Riddell|2019-04-03T11:55:51-04:00April 9, 2013|

Dance presentation opportunity

“Everybody Dances!” is a two-woman show that packs 14 dances from Native American, Mexican, West African, Early American, Appalachian and European cultures into a 50-minute assembly presentation suitable for a gymnasium or auditorium. Darla Jackson and Jennifer Rose are professional performing artists with extensive knowledge of world cultures and are veteran teaching artists with the Kentucky Arts Council. Schools booking [...]

By Susan Riddell|2012-04-25T12:28:59-04:00April 26, 2012|