Kentucky public school graduate helps send NASA rocket to space
Shelby County Public Schools graduate Alora Mazarakis remembers telling her father she wanted to go to college at NASA when she was young.
New Williamstown Independent superintendent brings growth mindset, technology experience to role
John Slone was recently chosen to lead the Williamstown Independent School District but he is no stranger to Kentucky’s classrooms.
Henderson County student prepares for future through TRACK apprenticeship program
When he started his junior year at Henderson County High School, Evan Legate wanted to make a change in his life.
Wayne Sizemore brings administrative experience and community to Jackson Independent as superintendent
Jackson Independent Schools is under new leadership: Wayne Sizemore began as superintendent of the district on July 1. Sizemore served for 6 months as interim superintendent with the district before accepting the superintendent job. He said he brings a familiarity with the local community to the role.
Students helping students: Carlisle PALs comes full circle
At the turn of the millennium, leaders at Carlisle County Schools worked to address specific issues impacting their district: low attendance numbers and dropout statistics among at-risk students. The Carlisle Preschool Assistants to Learning (PALs) program was born from this work.
Clinton County native Paula Little serves her home community as new superintendent
Becoming the superintendent of Clinton County Schools meant Paula Little would be able to give back to the place she’s called home her whole life.
Campbell County Superintendent Shelli Wilson: “All challenges are opportunities”
On July 1, following 20 years of service to the district, Shelli Wilson began her role as superintendent of Campbell County Schools. She replaced former Superintendent Danny Rust, who announced he would not renew his contract at the end of June. Rust had served as superintendent since 2016.
Carlisle County Superintendent Casey Henderson: “Being an educator is not just a job, but a calling to help others”
On July 1, Casey Henderson began his new role as Carlisle County Schools' superintendent. He replaced Jay Simmons, who announced his retirement in February. Henderson most recently served as superintendent of Hickman County Schools in Clinton, Ky.
Challenger Learning Center of Kentucky expands and upgrades to further STEAM education access in Appalachia, Kentucky
Now in its 23rd year, the Challenger Learning Center of Kentucky has a longstanding history of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) education.
More than cough drops and crackers: How school nurses are at the frontline of keeping students in classrooms
Every day of the past 18 years has looked different for Laura Rhodes. One minute she might be helping a student who fell at the playground. In the next minute, she might be helping a student with their insulin pump.