GoTeachKY

KDE kicks off teacher recruitment and retention campaign to inspire and support Kentucky educators

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has kicked off a new campaign seeking to elevate and celebrate the teaching profession, while inspiring the educators of tomorrow. This multifaceted initiative features billboards showcasing GoTeachKY ambassadors, a compelling television commercial, and an updated GoTeachKY website designed to provide resources and information for aspiring and current teachers.

By Myles Young|2025-04-14T13:17:15-04:00April 14, 2025|

Kentucky Educators Rising Conference draws record number of aspiring educators

The event, designed to inspire the next generation of teachers, featured a range of activities for students preparing for careers in education.

By Myles Young|2025-03-07T15:58:34-05:00March 7, 2025|

GoTeachKY Ambassador Maddie Morgan discusses the teaching profession with MSUTeach students

GoTeachKY Ambassador Maddie Morgan says one of the best things about being an educator is the chance to make a difference.

By Myles Young|2025-02-17T16:43:39-05:00February 17, 2025|

KDE to host educator apprenticeship information sessions

Be sure to make your calendars to come learn from practitioners about how to get started!

By Staff|2024-12-17T14:54:05-05:00December 17, 2024|

Prioritizing students and educators as we look ahead to the new year

The holidays are always a time to be thankful for what you have and to cherish the moments you have with loved ones, but it’s also a time to rest and reset for the new year.

By Robbie Fletcher|2024-12-03T10:59:14-05:00December 3, 2024|

GoTeachKY names 21 new ambassadors for 2023-2024

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has named the new class of ambassadors for the GoTeachKY initiative.

By Staff|2023-10-12T14:37:15-04:00October 12, 2023|

KDE’s Teachers Advisory Council discusses new disciplinary regulations, teacher recruitment efforts

Officials with the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) gave an update on new legislation on student discipline during the Teachers Advisory Council meeting on Sept. 7.

By Joe Ragusa|2023-09-08T11:02:30-04:00September 8, 2023|

Applications open for the 2023-2024 class of GoTeachKY Ambassadors

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking applications for the next class of GoTeachKY Ambassadors.

By Staff|2023-08-16T12:34:27-04:00August 16, 2023|

GoTeachKY initiative: Inspiring future educators in Powell County

Due to the critical teacher shortage in Kentucky, the GoTeachKY initiative was started in 2019 with the goal of “inspiring the next generation of Kentucky’s teachers.”

By Melinda Richardson|2023-04-10T15:20:23-04:00April 3, 2023|

Applications are open for the 2023 Class of GoTeachKY Ambassadors through Sept. 30

The mission of GoTeachKY, an initiative of the Kentucky Department of Education, is to ensure that all students across the Commonwealth have equitable access to effective educators.

By Staff|2022-09-15T11:39:12-04:00September 15, 2022|