NewCath celebrating Annual Alumni Weekend September 13-14; see schedule, sign-up here
Newport Central Catholic will host its 1st Annual Alumni Weekend on Friday and Saturday, September 13 and 14. Alumni are…
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Newport Board of Education considering reduction in property tax rates, explains details
Property tax rates will be reduced under a proposal being considered by the Newport Board of Education. The Newport Independent…
Kentucky Chamber Foundation’s National Civics Bee state finals has a champion
The Kentucky Chamber Foundation hosted the National Civics Bee Kentucky State Finals this week where middle school students participated in…
Prichard Committee’s analysis of Amendment 2 says it is not ‘effective use of public funds’
The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence released an analysis of Amendment 2, a proposed amendment to Kentucky’s Constitution that would…
Thomas More welcomes 400 to freshman class, celebrates new facilities, improvements
Thomas More University welcomed its newest class of incoming students this week as it opened the 2024-25 academic year. The…
UK President Capiluto disbands Office for Institutional Diversity, commits to ‘everyone belongs’
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern The University of Kentucky is disbanding its Office for Institutional Diversity effective immediately, President Eli Capilouto…
Learning Grove’s NaviGo offering new career exploration option — a mental health program
Learning Grove’s NaviGo team recently announced a new career exploration cohort through its Scholars program that launches with this school…
Former UK standout Jodie Meeks among six to be inducted into school’s Hall of Fame next month
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Former University of Kentucky standout Jodie Meeks is among six to be inducted into the…
Positive Parenting: Some tips to help kids return to school with positivity, enthusiasm
By Clarissa Mobley FaceIt Movement/Kosair for Kids The end of summer signals the start of a new school year, a…
Former UK student, Beechwood grad Sophia Rosing pleads guilty to racist assault against fellow student
Staff report A former University of Kentucky student and Beechwood High School graduate has pleaded guilty to four counts of…
Kentucky School Boards Association explains to members what can be said on Amendment 2
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky School Boards Association (KSBA) conducted an hour-long webinar this week to educate its…
Learning Grove gets prestigious accreditation designation, joins only 1300 child care centers
Learning Grove’s early learning center at RiverCenter has again been recognized as an accredited center through the National Accreditation Commission…
Cooper High School educator among nine named 2025 KDE Teacher Achievement Awards finalists
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has announced the selection of nine outstanding Kentucky educators, including one from Boone County,…
Eleven former University of Kentucky athletes earn 13 medals at Olympics, a school record
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Eleven former University of Kentucky athletes shattered a school record, earning 13 medals at the…
Let Kenton County Public Library help as your student heads back to school or gears up for homeschooling
Heading back to school or gearing up for homeschooling? Let the Kenton County Public Library help you get back into…
Former Ludlow Schools head Mike Borchers among three new appointments to KY BOE; four reappointed
Gov. Andy Beshear has appointed Juston Pate, Mike Borchers and Paul Long to the Kentucky Board of Education (KBE). Pate…
Thomas More University board of trustees approves five new academic degree programs
Thomas More University’s board of trustees approves five new degree programs, expanding Thomas More’s academic offerings, contingent on accreditation and…
‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ actress Karyn Parson to speak at Newport Schools academic conference
“The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” actress Karyn Parsons is among several speakers scheduled to offer insight into bolstering academic excellence…
Thomas More University names three new additions to board of trustees
Thomas More University has announced the appointment of three new members to its board of trustees. Frank Fritsch, James Horn,…
Dr. Jaren Finney named Asst. Superintendent for Student Support for Covington schools
Dr. Jaren N. Finney has joined the Covington Independent Public Schools team as new Assistant Superintendent for Student Support. With…
Duke Foundation marks 40th year with surprise grants to Gateway Foundation, other area nonprofits
This year marks a significant milestone for the Duke Energy Foundation as it celebrates its 40th anniversary. Born out of…
KY students compete in national Technology Student Assn.; three Northern Kentucky schools win awards
More than 240 middle and high school students and teachers from 29 schools in Kentucky represented the Commonwealth during the…