Sixteen new members selected for KDE’s 2026-2027 Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council
Established to gather student feedback on critical issues impacting students and schools, the council connects Kentucky students with Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) staff to develop ideas to strengthen student voice and transform education.
EPSB discusses potential teacher certification changes, spotlights Simmons University’s educator preparation program
Members of the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) provided feedback on potential changes to Kentucky teacher certification during the EPSB’s meeting on June 22.
Teachers Advisory Council weighs in on assessment and accountability changes
Members of the Teachers Advisory Council provided input on upcoming changes to Kentucky’s assessment and accountability systems during the council meeting on June 17.
Educator Spotlight: Kimberly Stevenson
Kimberly Stevenson, a social studies teacher at Todd County Middle School, was one of the recipients of the 2026 Teacher Achievement Award.
Educator Spotlight: Golden Owl Regional Winner Jason McWhorter
South Laurel High School (Laurel County) teacher Jason McWhorter is being recognized as a regional Golden Owl Award winner for his two-decade-long commitment to agriculture education.
Educator Spotlight: Golden Owl Regional Winner Aaron Tucker
Apollo High School (Daviess County) agriculture teacher Aaron Tucker has dedicated 31 years to his career in education, a dedication that has earned him recognition as a regional Golden Owl Award winner.
Kentucky Council of Teachers of Mathematics to host KCTM Summer Math Collective
The Kentucky Council of Teachers of Mathematics (KCTM) is excited to announce the inaugural KCTM Summer Math Collective, a one-day professional learning experience designed to connect educators and strengthen mathematics teaching and learning across Kentucky.
Kentucky Advising Academy releases new tool to strengthen college and career planning in schools
The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education’s (CPE) Kentucky Advising Academy has launched a new multi-grade advising tool designed to help educators support students in earlier, more intentional planning for college and careers.