McCracken County High School leader reflects on Family Friendly Schools certification
At McCracken County High School, we are in the process of completely overhauling the way students move through our school.
Family Friendly Schools: Northern Elementary Reaches for Gold
Northern Elementary (Fayette County) began its work to pursue the Prichard Committee’s Family Friendly School Certificate in Fall 2024. This work was initiated by our Local Leadership Team, composed of teachers, administrators, community partners, and grant coordinators.
Promoting and celebrating agriculture in our classrooms
Seeing students engaged in what they are learning is one of the highlights for any educator, because when students are engaged in the classroom, they are learning more and figuring out how to apply that knowledge to their own world.
Shacklette and Hazelwood Early Childhood Centers in Louisville earn Family Friendly Certification
When the opportunity arose to participate in the Family Friendly Schools initiative, it felt like a natural extension of the work we were already committed to doing
Taylor Elementary achieves Family Friendly Certification
When our school began the journey toward earning the Family Friendly School Certification, I took the lead in guiding our efforts and building a team committed to meaningful family engagement.
Learning That Matters
Jessica Talley, an English language arts teacher at Mt. Washington Middle School in Bullitt County, writes about vibrant learning experiences.
Yates Elementary earns Gold Family Friendly School Certificate
At Yates Elementary (Fayette County), we believe that strong family and community partnerships are essential to student success.
Kentucky’s educators and staff are among the best in the country
Anyone who has spent time in a Kentucky classroom knows how dedicated our teachers are and how committed they are to the success of their students.
Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell on All In for Ag Education Week
The hallmarks of All In for Ag Education Week are clear: broadening access to agriculture education, supporting educators, and connecting agriculture to real-life skills.
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.