Kentucky welcomes 83 new National Board Certified Teachers
Kentucky celebrated 83 teachers newly certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) during a ceremony at Kentucky State University on Feb. 23.
Spencer County Instructional Assistant Kala Marshall earns Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional Award
Kala Marshall, an instructional assistant and girls basketball coach for Spencer County Public Schools, was surprised with the Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional (KESSP) Award during a ceremony at Spencer County Middle School on Feb. 27.
Taylor County’s Vanessa Lyons honored with Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional Award
Vanessa Lyons, a reading intervention educator and program facilitator for Taylor County Intermediate School, was awarded the Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional (KESSP) Award during a surprise ceremony at the school on Feb. 27.
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.
Registration for the National News Literacy Conference is now open
This conference will feature dynamic keynote speakers, hands-on workshops and classroom-focused sessions that strengthen news and media literacy instruction.
Kentucky Council for Teachers of Mathematics to host “Counted Out” documentary screening
“Counted Out” shows how in the 21st century, fueled by technology, data and algorithms, math determines who has the power to shape our world.