Kentucky SkillsUSA earns top honor during national conference
SkillsUSA Kentucky earned SkillsUSA’s highest honor for state organizations during the annual SkillsUSA State Directors Association professional conference in August.
Spotlight on Oldham County: Aligning Professional Learning with High-Quality Instructional Resources
When Oldham County launched its district-wide effort to implement high-quality instructional resources (HQIRs) K-5 in English language arts, leaders knew that deep, curriculum-based professional learning would be essential to ensuring success. Through intentional planning, cross-role collaboration, and ongoing feedback loops, the district created a coherent system to support teachers with meaningful professional learning tied directly to their instructional resources.
Resources for schools to commemorate Constitution Day
In accordance with federal requirements, every educational institution receiving federal funding must provide an educational program for students focused on the U.S. Constitution.
Mercer County graduate places among the best at national welding competition
Trevor Ellis, a recent Mercer County High School graduate who placed 20th in the nation in welding at the SkillsUSA National Championships, is planning a career in welding.
Free America 250 resources available from the Lou Frey Institute
In collaboration with C-SPAN Classroom, the Lou Frey Institute is excited to launch the new free America250 curriculum, featuring resources from C-SPAN and the National Archives.
Kentucky students display agriculture skills during School Garden Salsa Challenge
Students from across the Commonwealth gathered at the Kentucky State Fair on Aug. 18 to compete in the first-ever School Garden Salsa Challenge.
Summit Elementary students create social studies learning experience and win STLP State Championship
A group of three students at Summit Elementary School (Boyd County) created a website called Mystery History to teach their fellow students about social studies in a fun, engaging way.
Kentucky FFA Foundation to receive record-breaking $11 million gift from Bill Gatton Foundation
The gift will create unprecedented opportunities for the more than 24,000 Kentucky students who participate in the FFA program in schools across the Commonwealth.
The arts bring students to school
In Kentucky, chronic absenteeism is a significant barrier to academic success, especially for students in rural areas and those facing economic hardships.
Kentucky students represent the Commonwealth at 2025 SkillsUSA Championships
Kentucky students took home several awards during the 2025 SkillsUSA Championships in Atlanta on June 23-27.