Kentucky’s School Counselor Advisory Council learns about new initiatives for postsecondary readiness and social-emotional learning
The Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) School Counselor Advisory Council (SCAC) learned about new initiatives for postsecondary readiness and social-emotional learning when members met virtually on Dec. 8. The council is designed to give Kentucky Education Commissioner and Chief Learner Jason E. Glass direct input from those who serve as counselors in Kentucky public schools.
Gallatin County’s Heather LeBlanc Receives 2023 Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional Award
Gallatin County Schools Early Childhood Coordinator Heather LeBlanc was honored with the 2022-2023 Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional (KESSP) Award on Dec. 9. A second honoree will be named on Dec. 11.
Kentucky Board of Education hears how KDE is trying to improve student proficiency in reading, mathematics and science
The Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) during its Dec. 6-7 meeting heard an update on Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) initiatives aimed at increasing student reading proficiency and helping teachers with more professional learning opportunities.
What is deeper learning?
Kentucky’s future vision for education, called United We Learn, was developed after listening to Kentuckians from all parts of the Commonwealth and represents what they said they wanted for our schools and their children when we took the time to listen. One major component of that vision is to create “vibrant learning experiences for every student.”
Menifee Central transformed into family friendly school
A lifelong resident of eastern Kentucky, I reside in beautiful Menifee County nestled between Cave Run Lake and the Red River Gorge. I have spent the last 16 years of my career working in education in my hometown to try to identify ways I can serve my school and my community.
Nominations open for 2024 Kentucky Teacher of the Year
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Kentucky Teacher Awards.
Titanic Museum to host free virtual literacy programs
Titanic Museum is offering three programs virtually for students in kindergarten through 8th grade.
Scholarship competition addresses underage drinking, texting while driving
Known as Courageous Persuaders, the program asks students to craft a 30-second television commercial that could be used in a PSA campaign to warn people about underage drinking and texting while driving. It was created to make a difference in tragic statistics.