Sixteen new members selected for KDE’s 2026-2027 Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council
Established to gather student feedback on critical issues impacting students and schools, the council connects Kentucky students with Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) staff to develop ideas to strengthen student voice and transform education.
EPSB discusses potential teacher certification changes, spotlights Simmons University’s educator preparation program
Members of the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) provided feedback on potential changes to Kentucky teacher certification during the EPSB’s meeting on June 22.
Teachers Advisory Council weighs in on assessment and accountability changes
Members of the Teachers Advisory Council provided input on upcoming changes to Kentucky’s assessment and accountability systems during the council meeting on June 17.
Educator Spotlight: Golden Owl Regional Winner Chris Thompson
Chris Thompson, a Pendleton County native and agriculture teacher at Pendleton County High School, experienced a full-circle moment as he received the regional Golden Owl Award for his work as an agriculture educator from organizers of the same program he started in.
Educator Spotlight: Golden Owl Regional Winner Noel Pack
After 16 years of teaching agriculture in the community where she was raised, Noel Pack is being recognized as a regional Golden Owl Award winner.
Educator Spotlight: Kimberly Stevenson
Kimberly Stevenson, a social studies teacher at Todd County Middle School, was one of the recipients of the 2026 Teacher Achievement Award.
Kentucky High School Students Invited to Attend Fall Service Academy Information Fair
The event provides interested students and parents with an opportunity to learn more about the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marine Academies. Representatives from each will be on hand to answer questions.
Kentucky Council of Teachers of Mathematics to host KCTM Summer Math Collective
The Kentucky Council of Teachers of Mathematics (KCTM) is excited to announce the inaugural KCTM Summer Math Collective, a one-day professional learning experience designed to connect educators and strengthen mathematics teaching and learning across Kentucky.