Digging deeper into the educator workforce shortage
When it comes to addressing the needs of our communities, getting the best data possible about those needs is critical.
When it comes to addressing the needs of our communities, getting the best data possible about those needs is critical.
The start of the school year is always an exciting time, but sometimes our communities face challenges that can overshadow the amazing things happening in our classrooms and weigh on us as people. I know there have been some very difficult moments for some districts, students, families and communities, not just in Kentucky, but across the nation.
As the new commissioner of education, I look forward to working with stakeholders across Kentucky to make sure we provide the most vibrant experiences we can for our children.
Whitesville Elementary School (Daviess County) is not just a place of learning; it’s a place of community and family.
For the last year, I have been changed by the individuals that sit in the seats around me.
Standing in a classroom at the Kentucky School for the Blind back in March, I listened to students explain a project they were working on while their teacher looked on, filling in some of the details as the students went over each aspect of their work.
Over the course of the past few weeks, I have been a part of many incredible, unbelievable, once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
On occasion, you will find a teacher who can shed the blinders of disciplinary self-importance that often plagues educational spaces. One such teacher is Chris Thompson of Pendleton County High School.
Zach Neal is ensuring that each of his students are ready to learn and grow when they enter the classroom.
The first full week of May means Teacher Appreciation Week; a week dedicated to honoring our educators and the major role they play in the lives of our children. National Teacher Day on May 7 is an opportunity for us to lift teachers up and commend them for the hard work and sacrifices they make to ensure the next generation is well-educated.