2012 October

Lt. Gov. Abramson joins Campbell County officials to launch ‘Close the Deal’

Lieutenant Governor Jerry Abramson joined local officials, educators and the business community yesterday to launch a state pilot program challenging Campbell County High School seniors to pursue additional education after they graduate. The Close the Deal initiative creates a college-going culture in high schools for students who aren’t yet considering higher education. The program supports high school counselors, and [...]

By Nancy Rodriguez|2012-10-03T13:29:27-04:00October 4, 2012|

Kentucky Teacher Leader of the Month: Gerda Wise, principal, Kathryn Winn Elementary, Carroll County

Every morning in the Kathryn Winn Elementary School (Carroll County) gymnasium, Principal Gerda Wise leads to students in a college chant before they leave for their classrooms. “Hey, first grade. When are you going to college?” Winn asks. “We are going to college to get some knowledge in 2024,” students reply. Wise repeats the college chant for remaining grades, and [...]

By Susan Riddell|2018-10-05T11:23:57-04:00October 4, 2012|

Advising paves the way for college and career readiness

Education Commissioner Terry Holliday With more jobs requiring at least some postsecondary education or training, college and career readiness is driving major changes that are taking root in Kentucky public schools. The implementation of more rigorous academic standards that are aligned with the concepts and 21st century skills students need to know to succeed in college and the [...]

By Dr. Terry Holliday|2020-09-23T09:37:16-04:00October 2, 2012|