Wayne Lewis: KDE increasing opportunities for student success in college, career and life
One of my top priorities here at the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is to increase the number and percentage…
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Education Commissioner Lewis announces proposed changes to high school graduation requirements
In a news conference at Frederick Douglass High School in Lexington Monday, Kentucky Education Commissioner Wayne Lewis announced proposed revisions…
KDE’s Student Technology Leadership Program to showcase student work; comes to NKU on Nov. 19
Over the next several weeks, more than 7,400 Kentucky students will demonstrate their innovative ideas and technological savvy at regional…
New data reveals Kentucky is making progress in fighting after-school hunger for children
Kentucky is making progress in ensuring kids don’t go to bed on an empty stomach. According to new data from…
Fort Thomas Independent Schools compares itself internationally; group of students take OECD test
By Zak Ober Living Media/Fort Thomas Schools As the recent Kentucky Department of Education findings show, students in the Fort…
Education coalition asks state board to delay approval of proposed new high school grad requirements
A coalition of organizations representing business, education advocates, civil rights groups and community leaders commend the Kentucky Department of Education…
Prichard Committee: Student performance results are declining, achievement gaps widening in KY schools
Results from the Kentucky Department of Education show student performance declining in most subject areas and achievement gaps widening in…
Kentucky Teacher: KDE student assessment results show achievement remains flat, gaps persist
Kentucky Teacher The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) released 2017-2018 student assessment results, and also identified the state’s lowest performing…
Report on homeschooling shows enrollment is up and increasing at a faster rate than in nation
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – A report on homeschooling in Kentucky was the topic during a…
An important reminder as school starts: Drivers, please slow down around schools, mind the buses
As students return to school, Kentucky drivers are being reminded of the laws that apply to keep students safe. The…
New high school grad Michah Schenck got on TRACK with Mubea, found his career and plans to stay
By Mike Marsee Kentucky Teacher Michah Schenck had part-time jobs before. After spending a portion of his senior year with…
Teachers see information technology in action at Humana’s Digital Experience Center in Louisville
By Brenna R. Kelly Kentucky Teacher Most people wouldn’t think of Humana, one of the nation’s largest health insurance providers,…
Wayne Lewis: Path to state management is long one, undertaken only after a deliberative process
Following my recommendation to place Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) in state management, some school leaders, teachers and parents outside…
Kentucky Teacher: Campbell County does ‘whatever it takes’ to counsel students in a strategic way
By Brenna R. Kelly Kentucky Teacher When Jessie Martin started as a school counselor at Campbell Ridge Elementary nine years…
Covington schools recognized for its ‘Alternative Program of Distinction’ at CHNK’s main campus
For the fourth consecutive year, Covington Independent Public Schools (CIPS) has been recognized by the Kentucky Department of Education as…
Erlanger-Elsmere Schools to host hands-on culinary training for food workers, aim is healthier lunches
Erlanger-Elsmere Schools is hosting hands-on culinary training to inspire healthy, nutrient-rich school meals. Healthy Cuisine for Kids 2018 is a…
Ag Commissioner announces partnership to open new career path for state’s high school students
Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles has announced a state partnership that will open a new career path for Kentucky high school…
Newport Independent Schools, principal suspended for irregularities administering tests issue statements
NKyTribune staff The Newport Independent School District and the principal suspended for 10 day without pay have issued statements regarding…
Beechwood’s Amanda Klare is among nine semi-finalists for 2019 Kentucky Teacher of the Year award
Nine outstanding educators from across the state – three elementary, three middle and three high school teachers – are semifinalists…
Town Hall meetings on graduation requirements cancelled, provide input online through May 15
Interim Education Commissioner Wayne Lewis has cancelled the Town Hall meetings planned to get feedback on Kentucky’s graduation requirements. Instead,…
Prichard Committee: Kentucky is backsliding on its educational progress; we need a sense of urgency
At the close of what has been a tumultuous legislative session, state lawmakers voted to override Governor Matt Bevin’s vetoes…
ParentCamp brings parents and educators together to break down barriers between school and home
By Brenna R. Kelly Kentucky Teacher Many parents think educators speak a different language. Words and acronyms that roll off…