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Kentucky Green Ribbon Schools 2014 application available

The Kentucky Green Ribbon Schools (GRS) application for 2014 is now available on the Green Ribbon Schools webpage. Districts interested in applying must first submit a letter of intent. Superintendents should designate a representative from their district to e-mail the district’s intent to Sherri Craig (sherri.craig@education.ky.gov) by December 6, 2013. After submitting the letter of intent, participating schools should complete the KY GRS application available [...]

By |2013-11-13T14:14:13-05:00November 14, 2013|

2014 21st Century Community Learning Centers RFA and call for reviewers

As authorized under the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), Title IV, Part B, the Office of Next Generation Learners has posted a Request for Applications (RFA) for local school districts, community and faith-based organizations, as well as other qualifying private and governmental organizations to design and implement effective out-of-school programs that improve student achievement and social development. The 21st [...]

By |2013-11-11T23:02:45-05:00November 14, 2013|

Communication efforts honored with 2013 OASIS Awards

The Kentucky School Boards Association (KSBA) and the Kentucky School Public Relations Association (KYSPRA) recently recognized communications staff, superintendents and other district personnel with the 2013 Outstanding Achievement in School Information Services (OASIS) Professional Development Awards. Four districts were honored with the KSBA Sweepstakes Award, which recognizes the highest scoring set of entries judged in this year’s OASIS program. They [...]

By |2013-11-12T15:52:48-05:00November 14, 2013|

KSBA seeks executive director

The Kentucky School Boards Association (KSBA) is seeking an executive director who is a creative, strategic thinker with exceptional communication, analytical and entrepreneurial skills. Located in Frankfort, Ky., KSBA is a nonprofit association serving 173 elementary and secondary public boards of education in Kentucky. KSBA’s mission is to enhance school board leadership in maximizing student achievement through superior support and [...]

By |2013-11-12T11:33:09-05:00November 14, 2013|

Four educators receive appointments from Gov. Beshear

Gov. Steve Beshear recently appointed several educators to the State Council for Community Education. They include: Tony A. Sergent, Letcher County school district superintendent, represents community education Region 10. His appointment replaces Claudia Peralta-Mudd. Doug Robinson, assistant superintendent with the Grayson County school district, will represent community education Region 2. His appointment replaces V. Wayne Young. Jill D. Settles, an [...]

By |2013-11-07T09:11:59-05:00November 7, 2013|

PD 360 content updated

Several resources have been added to PD 360. They include: Using Data to Close the Achievement Gap: The Using Data to Close the Achievement Gap program outlines the practice of drawing on multiple sources of data to inform more equitable practices for student success in schools across the country. In these nine segments, Ruth S. Johnson, a professor of educational [...]

By |2013-11-07T11:01:41-05:00November 7, 2013|

Constantly grow, support each other in educating ALL children

Allison Hunt As I have interacted with teachers across my district, the state, and the country this past year, I have been struck by the number of dedicated, talented teachers who are exerting tremendous effort to educate our children.  These talented educators recognize the significance of their job and truly give maximum effort in their daily preparations. Clearly, [...]

By |2013-11-18T11:34:03-05:00October 31, 2013|

Superintendents’ Webcast Nov. 6

The next superintendents’ webcast is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 3-4 p.m. ET. The topics for this webcast will be budget update, the Growth component of the assessment system, the National Institute of School Leadership, the superintendent’s role in the Principal Professional Growth and Effectiveness System, and update on the Superintendent Professional Growth and Effectiveness System Steering Committee/ASSIST tools [...]

By |2013-10-31T13:59:18-04:00October 31, 2013|

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