Nominations are open for the inaugural Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award, presented by the Martin Luther King Jr. State Commission to recognize adult and youth leaders in Kentucky who embody King’s life and work. Two youth and two adult recipients will be honored at the Martin Luther King Jr. celebration Jan. 12 in Frankfort. The nomination deadline is [...]
Murray State University is accepting applications for its doctor of arts in English pedagogy program, a degree that fosters the development of master English educators from elementary through college levels. The program may be completed in as few as three years and is available on campus or online. The degree is a 48-hour, practice-based degree that embeds advanced coursework in [...]
In order to provide common messaging related to the Science Assessment System, KDE has scheduled orientation sessions across the Commonwealth. Each of the sessions is comprised of a half day orientation for administrators and a full day of learning for teachers.
Fittous is offering a scholarship for high school and college students who create an infographic about health, fitness or nutrition with a short essay explaining it or research and create an essay on fitness, health or well-being. The winner will receive a $500 scholarship. The application deadline is July 31. Click here for more information.
Nominations are open for LifeChanger of the Year, an award sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation that honors K-12 public and private school educators and employees from around the country who are making a difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence, positive influence and leadership. Anyone may nominate any full-time K-12 school employee for the award. Winners [...]
LawnStarter is offering a scholarship geared toward promotion of entrepreneurship to current or incoming college students enrolled in two-year, four-year or graduate programs. Students must send a transcript, resume and essay with their application. A $1,000 scholarship is awarded twice each year during the fall and spring semesters. The application deadline is Dec. 31 for the spring semester scholarship; the [...]
The Office of the Secretary of State’s 2016-17 Essay and Slogan Contest is accepting student entries The contest helps students get engaged in the democratic process and demonstrate a commitment to active citizenship. The slogan contest is open to students in grades 6-8; the essay contest is for students in grades 9-12. Cash prizes will be awarded to students in [...]
The Steele-Reese Foundation is accepting applications for grant proposals from organizations benefiting Appalachian Kentucky in the areas of elementary, secondary and early childhood education. The foundation will consider applications ranging from $5,000 to $50,000. The application deadline is March 1. Click here for more information. A live webinar offering tips for submitting a successful application to the 2017 Kentucky program [...]
The University of Kentucky’s Department of Biology and the Friends of the Lexington Public Library will present a panel discussion on genetics and genomics Oct. 19 at the Lexington Public Library Central Library. The discussion is designed to engage the general public in current topics in genetics and genomics, such as genome editing and manipulation, agricultural genetics, genetically modified organism [...]
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs sponsors three scholarship opportunities for high school students to study abroad. These merit-based scholarships include international airfare, tuition, and program costs, as well as meals and living accommodations (often with a host family). The programs have no language prerequisites, and gap year students are encouraged to apply as long [...]