Maria Garriga named vice provost of Thomas More University, assumes the role this month
Thomas More University President Joseph L. Chillo, LP.D., and Provost Molly Smith, Ph.D., have announced that Maria (Cari) Garriga, Ph.D.,…
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Kentucky Lottery revenues increase funding for need-based student aid programs by $15 million
A good year for the Kentucky Lottery means that the state’s students will be eligible for $15 million more in…
KDE commissioner’s Student Advisory Council discusses mental health, non-traditional instruction
The Kentucky Education Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council – comprised of 29 high school students throughout Kentucky – met virtually on…
Fidelity, UC offer virtual training for teachers on financial literacy so students can be money-wise
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter Fifty educators from the region are participating in a four-part virtual training series on financial…
Newport’s Molly Connor is LRC’s Graduate Fellow as UofL student, gets close-up legislative experience
A Newport student currently attending the University of Louisville has gained a front-row seat to legislative action at the Kentucky…
Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs summer program culminates Aug. 1 with virtual Demo Day
The Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs’ (GSE) three-week summer program will culminate Aug. 1 with a first-ever virtual Demo Day. From…
Beckfield College launches new programs; includes Diagnostic Medical Sonography associate degree
Beckfield College is launching two new programs this fall in response to growing demand in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area….
Single-family residential and remodeling permits surge into 2nd quarter; building trades in demand
Single-family residential building permits surged into the second quarter of 2020, said Brian Miller, Executive Vice President of the Building…
Reading matters: Books can make a big difference in a child’s life and school performance; adults needed
By Jill Barshay The Hechinger Report Literacy experts have long known that reading to toddlers, even babies, can make a…
Register now for free, first-time virtual NKY Excellence in Education awards on July 30
A reminder to register for the Northern Kentucky 2020 Excellence in Education Celebration — going virtual this year — on…
Fort Thomas schools to delay start, begin five days in-person instruction Aug. 26; remote learning offered
With the approval of the Board of Education, the Fort Thomas Independent Schools announced today that the District will return…
Covington schools to reopen with ‘hybrid model,’ in-person 2 days a week for students, remote learning
The Covington Board of Education approved on Thursday a reopening plan for Covington Independent Public Schools. Because of COVID-19, Covington…
Newport board approves school reopening hybrid schedule of in-person and virtual instruction
The Newport Board of Education approved a school reopening plan this week that will feature a hybrid schedule of in-person…
NKY Forum presents COVID-19 & BACK TO SCHOOL, an event with panelists who can answer questions
The Northern Kentucky Forum presents COVID-19 & BACK TO SCHOOL, a focus on going back to schools for elementary and…
Diocese of Covington releases requirements, guidelines for opening of schools next month
After months of intense discernment and discussion, the Diocese of Covington Department of Catholic Schools has released information on how…
UK Alumni Club to host annual celebrity golf scramble for scholarships at Summit Hills Sept. 21
The Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati University of Kentucky Alumni Club will host its annual celebrity golf scramble on Sept. 21 at…
KyCIR: During NTI, ‘participation’ definition varied from school to school; questions abound on future
By Graham Ambrose Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting In March, as the state hunkered down for a pandemic, Kentucky schools launched…
UK Facilities Management implements plan to ensure campus is ready for upcoming fall semester
By Meg Mills University of Kentucky Along with 18 other workstreams, a facilities workstream with representatives from across the University…
School news: New Boone superintendent, principals at Ryle, Camp Ernst, Garrison gets state appointment
New superintendent at Boone County Matt Turner is the new Superintendent of Boone County Schools and adding to the wide-ranging…
Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program adapts classes to promote health, well-being in COVID-19 era
The 38th annual Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program (GSP) is underway at two college campuses this summer, but with a mixture…
NKYEC: 2020 Census data critical to future education funding; educational grants help children
Education is vital to the success of our region, our residents, and our workforce. The following is part of a…
From bus driver to superintendent, Dr. Randy Poe forged legacy of success at Boone County Schools
Boone County High School needed a soccer coach. Students on the team suggested Randy Poe. At that time he was…