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KCTCS, Ohio University provide student transfer process for education beyond associate degrees

By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) and Ohio University have partnered to provide a transfer process allowing students to pursue additional higher education beyond the associate degree program. As partners, KCTCS and OHIO will work together on additional opportunities to collaborate, for both on-campus and online programs. Students from all 16...

Council for Better Education opposes constitutional amendment on private schools funding

In light of the Kentucky General Assembly’s passage of HB 2, the Council for Better Education (CBE) is voicing its strong opposition to the constitutional amendment, citing the negative impact it will have on the future of public education in Kentucky. This legislation puts a Constitutional Amendment on the ballot that, if passed, will redirect public funds to unaccountable private schools. This...

Educators: Kentucky Department of Education seeks recommendations for the ’24 Exemplary Educators Program

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking recommendations of exemplary educators and leaders in the Commonwealth’s public schools to join the 2024 Kentucky Exemplary Educators Program (KEEP). Qualified individuals selected for KEEP will receive a certificate of excellence from KDE and may be considered for other recognitions and opportunities, including invitations to sit on advisory...

On the ballot: Amendment for public dollars to nonpublic schools clears General Assembly

By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern The Kentucky Senate joined the House Friday in passing legislation for a constitutional amendment — called a “game changer” by one Republican supporter — that would allow public dollars to fund nonpublic schools.   In a vote of 27-8, Senators approved House Bill 2. Eastern Kentucky Republican Sens. Brandon Storm and Phillip Wheeler joined six of the seven...

GCTC Workforce Solution to host lunch and learn event for KY FAME at Boone campus March 21

Gateway Community and Technical College’s Workforce Solutions department will host a free lunch and learn event to promote the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing program (FAME.) The event will start at 11 a.m. on March 21 at the college’s Boone campus in Florence. (Photo from GCTC) Gateway’s Workforce Solutions invites interested companies to join them for this exciting lunch and learn event...

Make a difference in a child’s life as a Northern Kentucky Education Council One to One coach

Do you have a passion for reading? If so, you can share that passion and make a big impact on a child’s life. Reading on grade level by 3rd grade is a determining factor of a child’s future academic success. Make a difference in a child’s life. Be a One-to-One coach. (Photo provided) One to One provides a cadre of trained volunteers to help more than 180 students in 1st-3rd grade across 25...

BCCD establishes new Earl and Hazel Jones Center for Conservation along Gunpowder Creek

The Boone County Conservation District (BCCDKY) has announced the establishment of the Earl and Hazel Jones Center for Conservation in Boone County. The Center is located on 92 acres of habitat along Gunpowder Creek that was recently purchased by BCCDKY. The Center will serve as a location for public education programs, research and nature study, and opportunities to demonstrate conservation practices...

KBE names three finalists in search for Kentucky’s new Commissioner of Education

At its meeting on March 8, the Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) Interview Committee voted to recommend three candidates as finalists in the search for Kentucky’s next commissioner of education. The full KBE will interview the finalists in Louisville on March 18-19, and hope to have a new commissioner named and submitted to the Kentucky Senate for consideration of confirmation by the end of the month. The...

NKU becomes first public Institution in tri-state, Commonwealth to implement Direct Admit program

In an effort to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of its admissions process, Northern Kentucky University has announced the implementation of a new Direct Admit Program. The new approach aims to expand access to higher education in the region by simplifying the enrollment process for prospective students, providing them with a straightforward pathway to securing their spot at NKU. The university...

Fort Thomas Education Foundation announces Teachers of the Year, Outstanding Support Staff

The Fort Thomas Education Foundation (FTEF) has announced the organization’s annual Fort Thomas Independent Schools (FTIS) Teachers of the Year and Outstanding Support Staff of the Year winners. The Teacher of the Year Award recognizes excellence in education by honoring teachers who have made outstanding academic contributions to Fort Thomas Independent Schools and its students. This year’s recipients...

Record number of students participate in 2024 Educators Rising Kentucky State Conference

A record number of 771 high school students attended the 2024 Educators Rising Kentucky State Conference, held at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville on March 6. The students, representing 53 different schools within 33 Kentucky school districts, learned about the education field during breakout sessions with educators and experts in the industry. They also competed in 27 different events...

[Im]perfect Classroom: Newport teacher Nate Green takes ‘whole student’ approach to education

In an effort to better capture and celebrate the wealth of knowledge and expertise of teachers across the state, NKY’s Kevin Dailey, Kentucky’s Teacher of the Year, set out to interview and observe educators from every corner of Kentucky. The process was simple: find teachers who create classrooms where kids want to be, get to know them and bear witness to what makes them special, then...

Thomas More University sending team to participate in The Econ Games for the first time

Thomas More University will participate for the first time in The Econ Games 2024, hosted by the University of Kentucky’s Gatton College of Business and Economics. Held on March 21 and 22, the focus of the games is not just economic analysis, but the broader spectrum of solving real-world business problems through innovation. Participation in this event, which has been in place since 2017, marks...

Ryle High School celebrated its Special Olympics Unified Champion National Banner designation

NKyTribune staff report Ryle High School earned another elite distinction — Special Olympics Unified Champion National Banner School. The recognition means they achieved 10 specific benchmarks for full-inclusive sports or fitness programs in a school. This National Banner means Ryle is the best of the best in the Unified Champion Schools program. Last week, they held a banner-raising ceremony...

Afterschool Alliance names Beth Wiseman of Learning Grove one of 15 Afterschool Ambassadors

The Afterschool Alliance has selected Beth Wiseman, Director of School Age Services at the Learning Grove, to serve as a 2024 Afterschool Ambassador. Wiseman is one of just 15 leaders in the country chosen for the honor this year. Beth Wiseman (Photo provided) Afterschool Ambassadors continue working with local afterschool programs while serving a one-year Afterschool Ambassador term, working with...