Educator Spotlight: Golden Owl Regional Winner Benjamin Prevette
In his 11th year at Hopkins County Central, Benjamin Prevette is being honored for his work in agricultural education.
Kentucky recognizes alternative education programs of distinction for exemplary practices
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is proud to announce the selection of several alternative education programs across the Commonwealth as 2025 Programs of Distinction. These programs have demonstrated exceptional commitment to student success through innovative and effective practices, personalized learning and strong community partnerships.
Kentucky FFA members excel at National FFA Convention
Kentucky FFA was well represented at the 98th Annual National FFA Convention, which was held Oct. 29-Nov. 1 in Indianapolis. More than 73,000 FFA members, advisors and guests attended the convention, which is the largest youth organization gathering in the United States.
Damon Fleming brings service-driven leadership to Hopkins County Schools
Superintendent Damon Fleming of Hopkins County Schools brings a strong foundation of academic and professional experience to the role.
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.
Hopkins County students build container clinic for village in Liberia
Students at Madisonville North Hopkins High School (Hopkins County) are building a health clinic in a shipping container for a rural village in Liberia.
Hopkins County offers free art program to middle and high school students
Browning Springs Middle School and Madisonville North Hopkins High School in Hopkins County are embracing creativity through a free art program for students.
Kentucky FFA members excel at National FFA Convention
Kentucky FFA’s Caroline Groth of the Locust Trace Chapter (Fayette County) was elected as the 2024-2025 Eastern Region vice president for the National FFA Organization at the 97th annual National FFA Convention on Oct. 23-26 in Indianapolis.
KBE’s Kevin C. Brown Award presented to Hopkins County School District
The Hopkins County school district was named the winner of the Kentucky Board of Education’s (KBE’s) 2023 Kevin C. Brown Strategic Priority Award at its Feb. 7 regular meeting.
Four Kentucky teachers named finalists for 2023 presidential award in science and math
Four Kentucky educators have been named as finalists for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) award.