No Kid Hungry announces Marion County’s Jennifer Wheeler as 2026 Summer Hunger Hero
No Kid Hungry celebrates these Summer Hunger Heroes for their efforts to turn the tide on child hunger, to ensure families have reliable access to nutrition throughout the year, and to make summer a season where kids can simply focus on being kids.
NEW Blog Series: Chronic Absenteeism in Kentucky
Through research, data, and real-world examples, the series examines how attendance has changed since the pandemic, the factors driving chronic absenteeism and the statewide efforts, partnerships and policy changes helping schools reconnect students and improve attendance outcomes.
KDE reminds drivers of important change to bus traffic safety laws
As the Commonwealth’s districts and schools prepare for the start of the 2026-2027 school year, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is reminding drivers of a recent change in state law regarding when drivers must stop for school buses picking up students.
Educator Spotlight: Golden Owl Regional Winner Mercedes Branham
Carlisle County High School Agriculture Teacher Mercedes Branham has been honored with a regional Golden Owl Award for her contributions to agricultural education. She has been teaching for a decade.
Educator Spotlight: Golden Owl Regional Winner Chris Thompson
Chris Thompson, a Pendleton County native and agriculture teacher at Pendleton County High School, experienced a full-circle moment as he received the regional Golden Owl Award for his work as an agriculture educator from organizers of the same program he started in.
Educator Spotlight: Golden Owl Regional Winner Noel Pack
After 16 years of teaching agriculture in the community where she was raised, Noel Pack is being recognized as a regional Golden Owl Award winner.
Elementary Constitution Day Mock Trial Opportunity
This event is provided by the Olathe Public School District and the Kansas Department of Education.
Kentucky high schools encouraged to sign up for Paint the Plow program
Plan now to join the fun and help brighten your community this winter by painting a plow to start the 2026-2027 school year! The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s (KYTC) fourth annual Paint the Plow program is returning this fall.