Shining a spotlight on some of the best educators in Kentucky
With the 2027 Kentucky Teacher of the Year ceremony on Sept. 9, now is a perfect time to highlight just how special the educators in Kentucky are to the communities they call home.
Educators selected for fifth cohort of Kentucky Innovative Teacher Fellowship
This distinguished group of teachers will continue advancing the vision of United We Learn by implementing innovative instructional practices, engaging in meaningful professional learning, and fostering collaboration to transform teaching and learning across Kentucky classrooms to provide vibrant learning experiences for all Kentucky students.
Nine Kentucky educators named 2027 Teacher Achievement Award winners
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) announced nine Kentucky educators as recipients of the 2027 Kentucky Teacher Achievement Awards. These teachers are also nominees for the 2027 Kentucky Teacher of the Year Award, which will be announced in September.
Twelve new members selected for KDE’s 2025-2026 Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council
Twelve public high school students have been named as new members of the 2025-2026 Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council, joining nine returning members.
Foust Elementary School hosts Homework Diner program to support students and families
Foust Elementary School (Owensboro Independent) has continued its community initiative, the Homework Diner, aimed at supporting students and families outside the classroom.
Pair of Kentucky schools win U.S. Department of Energy West Kentucky Regional Science Bowl
Calloway County Middle School and Owensboro High School (Owensboro Independent) emerged victorious in the U.S. Department of Energy's West Kentucky Regional Science Bowl, showcasing their dedication and expertise in science and mathematics.
Wendy Duvall named the new superintendent for Owensboro Independent
Wendy Duvall was named the 21st superintendent for Owensboro Independent and officially began her duties on July 1.
Commissioner’s Student Advisory offers feedback on a new college and career platform, discusses strategies to address chronic absenteeism
KDE defines a student as chronically absent if they have missed more than 10% of the enrolled time in school. This includes both excused and unexcused absences. Chronic absenteeism affects nearly 30% of students across the Commonwealth each year.
Eleven new members selected for KDE’s 2024-2025 Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council
Eleven Kentucky public high school students have been named new members to the 2024-2025 Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) announced May 20.
ESSER funds enhance summer program for English language learners in Daviess County
Camp Curiosity is offered to all English language learners in Owensboro in the summer. It has found new light in recent years with the help of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funding from the federal American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act.