Gov. Beshear Announces Free ACT Retake Day for Kentucky Public School Students
Gov. Andy Beshear today announced that incoming Kentucky high school seniors who have previously taken the ACT will be eligible to take the test a second time for free during a statewide ACT retake day in the Fall of 2022.
Seventeen new members selected for KDE’s 2022-2023 Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council
Seventeen Kentucky public high school students have been named to the 2022-2023 Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) announced May 26.
Statewide summer wellness campaign promotes healthy habits for students
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky (FHKY) and the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) launched today a new public service campaign informing Kentucky students in grades K-12 and their parents of five habits they can form this summer to set themselves up for a successful school year.
Reflections and responsibility on the Uvalde school shooting
Like many of you, I am heartbroken and angered over the tragedy that took place in Uvalde, Texas, on May 25. As is the case in many of your communities, students and staff at Robb Elementary were celebrating the end of this school year, looking ahead to the summer and imagining what the next year of school might bring. In a flurry of senseless violence, all of this was taken away.
Student mental health is not just a policy – it’s personal
As the focus around student mental health grows through legislation, policy changes, and continued discussion, it is becoming more apparent that support is crucial, especially in Kentucky.
Student mental health needs to be a priority in our lives and schools
Students and peers know me as a funny and lively student. Education leaders across the state know me as a boundary-breaking student with a bright future. Finally, teachers know me as the student who requires monthly letters sent home regarding unsatisfactory grades.
Join GBH Education for a free ELA-focused webinar June 9
In partnership with PBS LearningMedia, GBH Education is hosting a free ELA-focused webinar for teachers of grades 6-12 on June 9 at 7 p.m. ET.
Registration now open for UK College of Education “Equity & Belonging for All” Summer Workshop Series
Join the University of Kentucky (UK) College of Education on Thursday evenings for an engaging hybrid workshop series led by expert faculty from the College of Education and esteemed guest speakers.