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…
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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…
Commentary: Taking ownership for closing the education achievement gap in Kentucky
By Stephen Pruitt Special to NKyTribune Achievement gaps have been around for decades. They exist in nearly every school, every…
Ky. Department of Education accepting applications for 2016-17 Commissioner’s Student Council
The Kentucky Department of Education is accepting applications for the 2016-17 Commissioner’s Student Council through September 15. The Commissioner’s Student…
Newport High School students start the school year with MacBook laptops, thanks to state grant
Through a $500,000 federal School Improvement Grant that was administered and awarded by the Kentucky Department of Education, the more…
Commentary: Don’t get too excited about KY’s high school graduation rates for low income students
Jim Waters The Bluegrass Institute for the NKyTribune Even as some cheer about a recent Johns Hopkins University report that…
Stephen Pruitt: Courage is required as Kentucky works to implement Every Student Succeeds Act
Courage, a simple word. Nearly everyone knows how to define it. Many statements exemplify it. It takes courage to rush…
State says districts should follow board, council rules regarding school field trips to Ark Encounter
By Brad Hughes Special to NKyTribune The Kentucky Department of Education weighed in on the issue of school field trips…
Russell Springs manufacturer recognized for youth apprenticeship model to be replicated across state
Kentucky Labor Cabinet Secretary Derrick Ramsey, Education and Workforce Development Cabinet Secretary Hal Heiner and Department of Education Commissioner Stephen…