New Adair County Superintendent Jason Faulkner brings passion for vocational preparedness
New Adair County Superintendent Jason Faulkner plans to spend his first year observing and learning all he can about his new district.
Hardin County superintendent named KASA 2024 Superintendent of the Year
Hardin County Superintendent Teresa Morgan was named the 2024 Superintendent of the Year by the Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA). Morgan has been superintendent since 2016.
Barbourville Independent uses ESSER funds to purchase high-quality instructional resources
Barbourville Independent was one of nine school districts selected for a two-year pilot program using $2 million in federal American Rescue Plan and Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) funds to help them implement high-quality instructional resources aligned with Kentucky's academic standards and include research-based materials.
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.
Carlisle County school bus driver receives 2023 Fred Award for acts of kindness, making ‘the world a better place’
Carlisle County school bus driver Mahlon Thomas, known in his community for his acts of kindness, was presented with the 2023 Fred Award by the Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA).
New McCracken superintendent Hunt settles into new role
The former assistant superintendent of operations for Christian County, Hunt began his new job on July 1.
Willie Foster takes lead in Spencer County as superintendent
After 24 years in education, Willie Foster is taking on a new role as Spencer County’s superintendent. He’s also making the transition from a large school district to a smaller one, a change he said he embraces.
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.
KDE provides ARP ESSER funding to support tutoring programs in Jefferson and Fayette counties
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is providing two out-of-school programs in Jefferson and Fayette counties with $500,000 each in federal funds this summer.
Charlie Brock named new superintendent in Estill County
Charlie Brock is Estill County’s new superintendent of schools.