Northern Kentucky University celebrates educator preparation program during EPSB meeting
Representatives with Northern Kentucky University (NKU) presented information on their educator preparation program during the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) meeting on Feb. 17 as the EPSB continues to spotlight educator preparation programs at universities that prepare the next generation of teachers for the classroom.
Two Kentucky schools named 2025 National ESEA Distinguished Schools
The National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators (NAESPA) named two Kentucky schools as National ESEA Distinguished Schools during its national conference on Feb. 10-12. The two are among 63 schools nationwide to receive the honor.
KDE’s School Counselor Advisory Council discusses efforts to help multilingual learners
Members of the Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) School Counselor Advisory Council discussed ways that their schools help multilingual learners during their meeting on Feb. 11.
Sorting through assessment and accountability legislation
For years, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) and many of the Commonwealth’s school districts have been crafting new, innovative ways to approach assessment and accountability and incorporate more vibrant learning experiences for students as we prepare them for life after graduation.
How Rural Poverty Changes Education and How We Can Help
While our public schools cannot eliminate every obstacle rural poverty creates, targeted strategies and strong community partnerships can help bridge critical gaps for students and families.
Feeling thankful for Kentucky’s educators and support staff as we ring in the new year
Perhaps the most joyful part of the role of education commissioner is the ability to show thanks to so many people who are involved in educating and supporting our children across the Commonwealth.
The Olga Lengyel Institute for Holocaust Studies and Human Rights offers professional learning opportunities
The Olya Lengyel Institute (TOLI) Professional Learning Seminars for Educators is currently accepting applications for its summer series professional learning summit, “We Hold These Truths to be Self-Evident: Teaching the Holocaust and Human Rights.”
Kentucky Association for Gifted Education to host annual conference
The Kentucky Association for Gifted Education (KAGE) is hosting its annual KAGE Conference from Feb. 23–24 at the Griffin Gate Marriott in Lexington.