Under the leadership of Cathy Sammons, an educator in the Kentucky Innovative Teacher Fellowship, 10th-grade students are exploring sustainability not just as a science concept, but as a civic responsibility.
When we prioritize these connections with students and families, it leads to increased family involvement, which, in turn, has a positive impact on the success and well-being of our students and their families.
Our values include empathy, dignity, independence and accountability, all of which line up with the Family Friendly Certification process.
At Picadome Elementary (Fayette County), we believe a strong partnership between families and the school is essential for student success.
COVID’s impacts are still felt today, however, we have worked hard to reverse some of those impacts, including family and community engagement.
Head Start focuses on the whole child, which makes families a foundational part of their development and growth.
With the selection process for the next Kentucky Board of Education non-voting student member underway, I reminisce about my journey with the position and the application that ultimately led to my acceptance.
Since completing our family-friendly work, we have been more intentional with our family engagement practices.
Throughout my time at Lansdowne Elementary School, I have witnessed the power of strong school-family partnerships and its crucial role in student success.
The team at McKell Middle School was one of 54 schools and early care centers to earn Family Friendly Schools Certification from Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence.
