William McCann: Kentucky’s newly-adopted charter schools law may mean further cuts to arts education
I am conflicted about the newly adopted charter schools law for which regulations are now being promulgated by the Kentucky…
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NKU to host Student Technology and Leadership Program for grades 3-12 showcase of projects
Northern Kentucky University will host the Student Technology and Leadership Program (STLP) regional event on November 20. Kentucky students in…
Teachers have unique fishing experience, courtesy of a trip to Thomas More’s Biology Field Station
By Bobby Ellis Special to NKyTribune If you’ve ever wanted to give your students the chance to catch wild fish…
Public school graduation rate increases, more students attain ACT readiness benchmark scores
The percentage of Kentucky public school students graduating from high school continued to increase; more students took rigorous Advanced Placement…
Stephen Pruitt: Meeting both the mental and emotional needs of our most vulnerable children
By Stephen Pruitt Special to NKyTribune The numbers are sobering. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, suicide was…
State Board of Education gives unanimous approval to accountability system, discusses charters
By Brenna Kelly Kentucky Teacher At a special meeting in Frankfort Thursday, the Kentucky Board of Education unanimously approved the…
Pruitt, education partners announce expanded computer science opportunities for state students
Kentucky Commissioner of Education Stephen Pruitt, state and national partners from AdvanceKentucky, the College Board, Code.org and state Sen. David…
Covington schools recognized by state department as having an ‘Alternative Program of Distinction’
The alternative program of Covington Independent Public Schools was recognized by the Kentucky Department of Education as an Alternative Program…
At Walton-Verona schools, dulcimers help students swing into love of music — as the Swingin’ Dulcimers
By Brenna R. Kelly Kentucky Teacher Every Tuesday after school, about 20 students gather in Elizabeth Sisson’s music room at…
Five Kentucky students, including two from NKy, selected as PBS Emperor Science Award winners
Five high school students from the Bluegrass State, including two from Northern Kentucky, have been named 2017 winners in the…
Cooper’s Kellie Clark is 2018 Kentucky Teacher of Year; Grant Co. teacher is elementary teacher of year
Kellie Clark, a 16-year veteran teacher at Randall K. Cooper High School in Boone County, is the 2018 Kentucky Teacher…
Stephen Pruitt: Ensuring a strong public education system in Kentucky is top priority
This month, I am sharing my thoughts about an issue that stirred up a lot of feelings and opinions on…
Four of nine state ‘Teacher of the Year’ semifinalists are from Northern Kentucky schools
Nine outstanding teachers from across the state – three elementary, three middle and three high school teachers – are semifinalists…
Kentucky Board of Education discusses changes in new public school accountability system
The Kentucky Board of Education has taken a deeper dive into the various components of a new accountability system. The…
Newport Independent Schools reminds parents kindergarten entry age is now August 1
The Newport Independent Schools is reminding the community that beginning with the 2017-18 school year, the State of Kentucky has…
High-quality preschool makes a difference in the lives of kids and families; partnership grants matter
By Brett Jager United Way of Greater Cincinnati Amanda Unsell is a mother of four living in Dayton, Kentucky. While…
Assessment of program earns Newport Preschool Program 5 Star Rating from state agencies
The Newport Primary School Preschool Program has earned a 5 Star Rating from four state of Kentucky agencies that have…
Kentucky by Heart: For many kids across the state, Summer Food Service Program is literally a lifesaver
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Valerie Knight is a big supporter of a government program that she believes is well…
Stephen Pruitt: As education commissioner, looking back on significant year, ahead to the work still to do
As I think back on the past year, there have been many significant events that have taken place for me….
Group of concerned NKY teachers team up to help students make transitions across district lines
By Brenna R. Kelly Kentucky Teacher After five years teaching kindergarten at John G. Carlisle Elementary, Tiffany Gruen switched to…
Kentucky schools Report Card Part II: Overview of state rankings, NKY ‘Distinguished’ schools
Second of two parts Top-performing public elementary and high schools earned scores in the 90s while lowest scores were in…
Commentary: The future of our children gives us a reason to come together with common purpose
By Stephen Pruitt Special to the NKyTribune Recently many of us paused to remember one of the most terrible attacks…