For first time in team’s history, the University of Kentucky’s Solar Car Team wins national competition
By Kel Hahn University of Kentucky The University of Kentucky Solar Car Team accomplished a feat never achieved in its 22-year history —…
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Steeplechase Elementary ribbon-cutting gets Boone County’s 15th elementary school open for new year
Boone County School District celebrated the ribbon-cutting on its 15th elementary school just in time for the opening of schools…
AT&T grant helps Read Ready Covington create StoryWalks, prepare Hispanic parents for GED
At eight areas around the city this summer, Read Ready Covington spread the magic of children’s stories through an innovative…
First school risk assessment report finds nearly all of Ky’s schools compliant with access control measures
Nearly all of Kentucky’s schools are compliant with the School Safety and Resiliency Act (SSRA), in large part due to…
Boone Supt. Matthew Turner: A message on good start to school year and keeping everyone safe
The start of the 2021-2022 school year last Wednesday kicked off an exciting week was full of activity and events…
UK’s John Ramsay, College of Communication and Information grad, takes his expertise to NASA
By Akhira Umar University of Kentucky Children are usually told to “shoot for the moon” when planning their future careers….
KHEAA money tip for students: Working while in college can pay off, but take time for yourself
Working while going to college can pay off in several ways, according to the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA)….
Governor’s Scholars Program celebrates completion of 39th summer program for Ky. high school seniors
The Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program (GSP) recognized 1,047 Kentucky high school seniors, representing 118 counties, for completing the 39th summer…
Covington schools receive grants to help students navigate trauma caused by pandemic
At Holmes Middle School, one student said he could not concentrate while online, another worried that he would not pass…
Education experts say affordability is a shared goal since higher education matters — for every Kyian
By Lucas Mentzer, Eric Farris and Aaron Thompson Special to NKyTribune It’s been truly inspiring to see young students from…
After a year of little to no school transportation, some reminders for motorists as in-person classes resume
With the 2021-22 school year now underway and students returning to school campuses and classrooms, transportation will undoubtedly be impacted….
Northern Kentucky University preparing for return to classes Aug. 23; freshman move-in set for Aug. 19
Northern Kentucky University celebrates a return to a vibrant campus and a normal back-to-school experience for the first time since…
KHEAA encouraging active military, veterans to take advantage of available tuition assistance programs
Veterans and members of the U.S. armed forces and National Guard may be able to take advantage of numerous student…
NKU starts new academic year with convocation Monday; tune into live online broadcast
Northern Kentucky University begins the new academic year with its Fall Convocation for faculty and staff tomorrow, August 16, at…
KY Board of Education declares masks for all in public schools, in keeping with Governor’s mandate
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Board of Education has approved an emergency regulation that requires all individuals inside…
NKU rebranding its business college the Haile College of Business, creating ‘incredible new energy’
Northern Kentucky University will rebrand its Haile/US Bank College of Business the Haile College of Business. The change follows suit…
The Kentucky Student Voice team supports the Governor’s mask-wearing in schools mandate
The Kentucky Student Voice Team, an independent outgrowth of the Prichard Committee for Excellence in Education, issued a statement supporting…
The focus is on keeping kids safe at school, as Gov. Beshear mandates mask-wearing in all schools
Gov. Andy Beshear has signed an executive order requiring everyone in a public and private school to wear masks inside…
Kenton County School District celebrates 100 years of school bus transportation; still seeking drivers
The Kenton County School District’s Transportation Department kicked off the 2021-22 school year by celebrating 100 years of serving students…
There’s still time to get lost in a good book; here are some titles University of Kentucky faculty are reading
By Lindsey Piercy University of Kentucky Before you know it, summer will be coming to a close. But there’s still…
Back to school (but maybe not back to normal) is transition that affects whole family (can still be fun)
By Tammy Donoho Kentucky Youth Advocates/FACE-It Movement The beginning of a new school year is filled with hopes and possibilities,…
As school buses return to service, drivers are reminded of safety laws involving schools and buses
With students returning to classes, the Kentucky Department of Education reminds drivers of safety laws involving schools and school buses….