New Jefferson County superintendent establishes focus on literacy and numeracy
New Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) Superintendent Brian Yearwood has been in the process of establishing clear goals for the district since he started on July 1.
District Spotlight: Redefining Learning: How JCPS is Aligning Vision and Resources to Transform Student Literacy
Through Journey to Success, JCPS envisions vibrant, student-centered experiences where learners show what they know in multiple ways.
Two educators honored with 2025 SHAPE Teacher of the Year Award in Middle School Physical and Health Education
Juli Neace of Highland Middle School (Fort Thomas Independent) and Melanie Smith of Model Laboratory School in Richmond have been recognized as 2025 Southern District Teachers of the Year by the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE America).
Six Kentucky finalists chosen for Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
Six Kentucky educators have been selected as state finalists and are now eligible to receive a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST), the nation’s highest honor for K–12 science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) and computer science teachers.
KBE names Marty Pollio and Michael Griffin as winners of the 2025 Robinson Award
Each year, the KBE gives the Robinson Award to a Kentuckian or a Kentucky organization demonstrating extraordinary efforts and contributions in educational diversity and equity.
Fire science career and technical education pathway continues to expand in Kentucky
Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, two additional schools will introduce fire science courses, expanding the list of institutions offering the career and technical education (CTE) pathway.
KDE’s Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council learns about Agriculture Education Week
Ag Education Week, which will be March 17-21, is a chance to bring agriculture education to elementary classrooms. It will be an all-encompassing learning experience for students, will equip educators with ready-to-use lessons and foster community involvement to create hands-on learning opportunities in agriculture.
Jefferson County Public Schools uses vibrant and innovative learning to guide students on their journey to success
Each student has a unique story, based on their different opportunities and experiences, as they transition from kindergarten to senior year. Jefferson County has created an initiative called the Journey to Success to encourage students embark on their journey, where every student’s story is a testament to the power of education.
Golf scramble to be held benefitting Jefferson County meals program
Blessings in a Backpack Louisville Chapter will be holding its 6th annual golf scramble fundraiser at the Wildwood Country Club at 12:30 p.m. on Aug. 21. All event proceeds will help provide hunger-free weekends for local students within Jefferson County Public Schools.
KDE’s Tatman honored with top award from state public relations association
Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Chief Communications Officer Toni Konz Tatman was awarded the 2023 O.V. Jones Memorial Award from the Kentucky School Public Relations Association (KSPRA) at its spring conference March 24 in Owensboro.