Commissioner’s Comments

Pushing forward

2018 holds the potential for foundational changes that will lead to a stronger and more effective system of public education in Kentucky. However, we are at a pivotal point in the Commonwealth.

By |2022-10-04T12:12:37-04:00January 2, 2018|

Student input vital in education

One of the curious things in education is while we tend to seek input from educators, parents and community members when making policy decisions, we don’t always seek input from those who are affected most by those decisions – the students.

By |2022-09-27T11:31:02-04:00December 5, 2017|

Meeting the mental and emotional needs of children

While we – as educators and parents – often talk about academic achievement, it’s not the only concern I have as Kentucky's commissioner of education. We need to begin talking more often about the social and emotional health of our students

By |2022-09-27T12:23:03-04:00September 5, 2017|

Taking your place at the table

Stephen Pruitt It is Teacher Appreciation Week – a time that should be celebrated on the highest levels, but is often overlooked. So, if you will indulge me, I would like to talk about the greatest and most noble career of education. […]

By |2022-10-04T12:08:55-04:00May 9, 2017|
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