Teachers of the Year make the most of creativity
Melanie Callahan was named the 2020 Elementary School Teacher of the Year and Matt Kaufmann was named the 2020 High School Teacher of the Year
Teachers of the Year find power in music
NyRee Clayton-Taylor was named the 2018 the Elementary School Teacher of the Year and Tiffany Marsh was named the High School Teacher of the Year.
Semifinalists named for 2016 Kentucky Teacher of the Year
Nine outstanding teachers from across the state – three elementary, three middle and three high school teachers – are semifinalists for the 2016 Kentucky Teacher of the Year Award.
Podcasts offer wealth of inspiration for teachers
Kentucky High School Teacher of the Year Joshua Underwood gives instructions to juniors Megan Huber and Amanda Lee during chemistry class at Mason County High School.Photo by Amy Wallot, Jan. 9, 2015 By Joshua Underwood josh.underwood@mason.kyschools.us Being a teacher is often as much about being an entertainer as it is being a conveyor of knowledge. We have to [...]
It’s football time…in the classroom!
Joanna Howerton Stevens One of my favorite sounds of fall is hearing “It’s football time in the Bluegrass” blared from the speakers at Commonwealth Stadium. Cheering for the University of Kentucky football team is a treasured pastime that I have enjoyed since I was a little girl going to games with my family. I have witnessed huge victories [...]
Lessons for new teachers
Joanna Howerton Stevens As the second semester begins, many schools are welcoming student teachers. Four years ago, I was getting ready to embark on my own student teaching experience. I had survived the stress of papers, exams, projects, and observations to prepare me for this moment. I was consumed with nerves and anxiety, ready to start the final [...]
Dreams really do come true
Joanna Howerton Stevens As a young girl, I often played school with my imaginary students. My bedroom was my classroom and it included an old school desk with a red grade book similar to the one my mom used to record her students’ grades. My teachers were my role models and I was eager to attend school each day. [...]
Constantly grow, support each other in educating ALL children
Allison Hunt As I have interacted with teachers across my district, the state, and the country this past year, I have been struck by the number of dedicated, talented teachers who are exerting tremendous effort to educate our children. These talented educators recognize the significance of their job and truly give maximum effort in their daily preparations. Clearly, [...]
The Wonder of Summer
Allison Hunt Although the general public may believe teachers “get the summer off,” we know that is not reality. Summer is, however, often a time for personal and professional rejuvenation. Stepping out of the classroom and into new experiences definitely transforms my teaching and helps provide new energy as the school year begins. This summer was especially enriching [...]
“Kentucky Teachers Rock”: The First Day of Let’s TALK
Kentucky Education Commissioner Terry Holliday exclaimed “Kentucky teachers rock” during his welcoming remarks at the Let’s TALK:Conversations about Effective Teaching conference last week.