Michael Melton plans to coach Elliott County, win big as its new superintendent
Michael Melton has been serving as Elliott County's new superintendent since July 1. He entered education more than three decades ago because of his family.
CTE, special education teachers join forces to advance student success
Career and technical education (CTE) prepares students for postsecondary life, allowing them to pursue their interests and match their skills to careers. Special education students, however, have not always had the same opportunity to engage with CTE as their peers.
Cardinal Valley Elementary recognized as Green Ribbon School for environmental efforts
Cardinal Valley Elementary (Fayette County) was one of two schools in Kentucky honored with the recognition, along with Mary G. Hogsett Primary School (Danville Independent).
New Rowan County superintendent Michael Rowe wants students to feel safe, secure
Michael Rowe began working in education 25 years ago. He now has experience as a principal in different schools, along with experience as superintendent of Lincoln County Schools in central Kentucky. He also holds advanced degrees in education, including a master's degree from Morehead State University.
Wolfe County gets Kentucky’s first electric school bus
The Wolfe County Board of Education celebrated the delivery of Kentucky’s first electric school bus with a community gathering at Campton Elementary on Aug. 7.
Annual conference brings CTE leaders together, promotes high-quality instruction
More than 2,000 Career and Technical Education (CTE) leaders from across Kentucky’s school districts, postsecondary institutions and industries came together in July at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville for the 2023 CTE Summer Program.
LSAC approves changes to kindergarten enrollment, discusses liability coverage
The Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) Local Superintendents Advisory Council (LSAC) approved changes to how districts enroll kindergarten students during its regular meeting on July 25.
From school board to superintendent: Bruce Smith takes on new role in Lincoln County
After spending almost three decades in education in Lincoln County, Bruce Smith is taking on a new role. He retired from Lincoln County Schools six years ago, then successfully ran for the Lincoln County School Board and was elected chairman. Then he decided to aim for superintendent after the position came open this year. Smith began leading the district as superintendent on July 1.
Tales of transformation event allows Kentucky districts to share stories about deeper learning
School district leaders from across the Commonwealth joined virtually on July 18 to share their journeys with deeper learning, presenting their work in creating authentic, meaningful learning for all students.
Getting their feet wet: Kentucky Rural Water Association’s high school apprentices get training in high-demand industry
A group of high school students is getting intensive training as future utility operators by the Kentucky Rural Water Association (KRWA).