School district superintendents, KDE hold webcast about federal coronavirus relief funding
Kentucky’s school superintendents were told Thursday that their districts will have a great deal of flexibility in determining how they…
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Eleven alternative programs in KY recognized for excellence, including Covington’s learning center
By Jacob Perkins The Kentucky Teacher In an effort to recognize the work of educators and programs that serve students…
Covington Independent’s Alternative Program named a program of distinction for 5th time by KDE
For the fifth time, the alternative program of Covington Independent Public Schools is being recognized for its high-quality educational services….
K-PREP testing has been canceled for the school year; state applied and received a testing waiver
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has notified all Kentucky public school superintendents that K-PREP testing for the 2019-2020 school…
USDA grants waiver to allow schools to serve students off-site meals; will address food insecurity
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) received notification from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that it has received approval…
Kentucky Department of Education seeking nominations for Valvoline’s Kentucky Teacher Awards
The Kentucky Department of Education has opened nominations for the Kentucky Teacher Awards, sponsored by Valvoline, Inc. Nominations may be…
Education Commissioner Lewis resigns as new board meets; interim commissioner appointed
During a special Dec. 12 meeting at which newly appointed members were sworn into office, the Kentucky Board of Education…
Kentucky Department of Education Year in Review focused on revising standards, honoring students
Kentucky Teacher Wayne D. Lewis Jr. was named interim commissioner by the Kentucky Board of Education on April 17, 2018….
Tracking influenza-like illnesses in schools; activity started early, heightened prevention effort needed
Kentucky Teacher Cases of influenza already have been documented in Kentucky this fall. Because flu activity has stared earlier than…
Wayne Lewis: Preparing students for the current and future workforce is the key for education
In the nearly two years that I have had the honor of serving as Kentucky’s Commissioner of Education, I have…
Task force completes meetings on improving process for developing quality curriculum for schools
A task force of educators convened by Commissioner of Education Wayne Lewis and led by the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE)…
Newport High School on new path, ranks among best at preparing students for college, careers readiness
By Pat Crowley Special to NKyTribune Newport High School has been ranked as one of the best in the state…
Kentucky Medicaid plan amendment to provide increased access to health services for students
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) has received final approval for a Medicaid state plan amendment that will…
Prichard Committee: New five-star ratings and 2019 test data spotlight need for shared vision and action
The results released from the Kentucky Department of Education include a new rating system for Kentucky schools and evidence of student performance…
K4C Construction Days draws about 3,000 students from across Kentucky to Shelby County Fairgrounds
By Jacob Perkins Kentucky Teacher If you happened to stumble into the Shelby County Fairgrounds on Sept. 24-25, you may…
After a successful eight years, Kelly Middleton to step down as Newport schools superintendent
Superintendent Kelly Middleton – who over nearly eight years has led the Newport Independent Schools district to increased graduation rates,…
OEA report emphasizes need to reform Kentucky’s career and technical education system
By Mike Marsee Kentucky Teacher A report from the Office of Education Accountability (OEA) underscores the importance of the work…
KY public schools see decline in per-student funding; must make up difference locally or cut programs
Public News Service State funding per student in Kentucky is on the decline with consequences for local school districts and…
Wayne Lewis: Explaining how state’s new 5-star accountability system will close achievement gaps
Kentucky’s 5-star school accountability system is scheduled to go live at the end of September, and it will offer parents…
School bus drivers can be “unsung heroes” in K-12: some KY districts struggle to find enough
By Ron Daley Special to the NKyTribune Kentucky K-12 bus drivers face many responsibilities being the first school official to…
Focus of Northern Kentucky Chamber July Eggs ‘N Issues is workforce and career pathways to success
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The July Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Eggs ’N Issue discussion focused on workforce….
With 2019-2020 school year set to begin, teacher shortages will affect students across Kentucky
By Mike Marsee Kentucky Teacher Teacher shortages are taking a toll on students throughout Kentucky, as critical shortage areas have…