St. Henry’s Future Problem Solving team on way to international competition at Univ. of Massachusetts
By Patricia A. Scheyer
NKyTribune reporter
The school year may be over for most students, but for four students from St Henry High School, summer is not yet in full swing.
Ella Rolfson, Sydney Hennessey, and Samantha Lewis just graduated from St Henry, and Gracie Greber moved up from being a junior to being a senior, but together they are still the Future Problem Solving team that placed third in the...
The Roost Latonia to host summer book fair Sunday, with Father’s Day gifts, summer reading and more
Nine authors will gather at The Roost Latonia on Sunday, June 11, for a summer book fair.
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the authors and pick up books for Father’s Day gifts, including local travel and staycation adventures, romances, mysteries, true crime, sports and beach reads and as well as children’s summer reading. Attendees can also grab a latte from The Roost’s coffee bar...
Life Learning Center to host its second graduation ceremony of ’23 on June 16; public invited
On Friday, June 16th, Life Learning Center (LLC) will host its second graduation ceremony of 2023, celebrating the Members who have completed LLC’s transformational skills program, Foundations for a Better Life.
The mission of Life Learning Center is to deliver an innovative holistic, integrated continuum of education and care to assist individuals overcome challenges and barriers, allowing them...
BCTC President Koffi Akakpo named new president of Kentucky State University, effective July 1
By Anna Latek
Frankfort State-Journal
A new era began at Kentucky State University this week when the Board of Regents voted 6-4 in favor of Dr. Koffi Akakpo the current Bluegrass Community and Technical College president, to be the first full-time head of the university since the resignation of Christopher Brown in 2021.
Finishing second in the race was University of Maryland-Eastern Shore’s...
Cove Federal Credit union names five students who earned $2000 scholarships for college
Cove Federal Credit Union has announced the recipients of the 2023 Cove Federal Credit Union Scholarship.
Five local students, members of the credit union, were each selected by the Cove Scholarship Committee to receive a $2,000 scholarship award.
In total the credit union awarded $10,000. The recipients were recognized for their achievements by Chairperson of the Board Sandy Delaney.
“We are thrilled...
Thomas More University promotes Jerome Langguth to vice president and chief academic officer
Thomas More University has announced Jerome ‘Jay’ Langguth, Ph.D., who currently serves as interim vice president for academic affairs, takes on the expanded role of vice president and chief academic officer beginning June 1.
Langguth, who has been with the University since 2003, will now serve on the President’s Cabinet, as a member of various board committees, and as an officer of the...
TMU names Molly Williams new — and first full-time — manager of Ohio River Biology Field Station
Thomas More University and the Ohio River Biology Field Station welcome Molly Williams as the first-ever, full-time Field Station manager. Williams will oversee laboratory research and STEM outreach programs.
“The Biology Field Station provides crucial research on the Ohio River, giving our students valuable, applied opportunities, protecting the ecosystem, and ensuring public safety for our region,”...
Holmes High School Hall of Distinction, Young Alumnus awards to be presented June 14; get tickets here
Nick Spearman has traveled the world, capturing major sporting events that are watched by millions of viewers. Spearman, who graduated from Holmes High School in 2013, is a freelance video engineer who has helped produce sporting events such as the Tokyo Olympics, Women’s US Open, Masters Tournament, NASCAR, PGA, tennis, Sunday Night Football, NBA All-Star Games and the Kentucky Derby.
“It’s...
KY Department of Education kicks off Summer Boost: Reading and Mathematics Program for 28 districts
Twenty-eight districts will be participating in this year’s Summer Boost: Reading and Mathematics Program, a partnership between the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), the Summer Food Service Program and the Children’s Reading Foundation.
Erlanger-Elsmere Independent school district, Grant County schools, and Williamstown Independent are among those participating.
The program will promote...
Kentucky Department of Education releases financial transparency data on Commonwealth’s schools
Kentucky residents can now see how much schools spend per student and other financial expenditures with a new update of the Kentucky Department of Education’s School Report Card, which was released May 25.
The information contained in the financial transparency section of the School Report Card is from the 2021-2022 school year. It includes data on funding, grants, spending and taxes for each school...
KDE seeking sponsors for annual Kentucky Teacher of the Year program and awards ceremony
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has a new sponsorship opportunity for vendors to provide prizes, supplies, advertising and financial support for the Kentucky Teacher of the Year (KTOY) program and awards ceremony.
KDE is seeking presenting, gold, silver and bronze-level sponsors for KTOY, one of the Commonwealth’s premier recognitions for public school educators. Successful respondents...
Newport Central Catholic announces resignation of director of advancement Charles Marks
Newport Central Catholic High School on Thursday announced Charles Marks has resigned as director of advancement after four years.
Marks took over as the director of advancement in 2019. Along with principal Kenny Collopy, he has been a guiding force in the school’s “Looking Up” capital campaign that to date has raised $10.6 million of its $13 million goal. He has also been instrumental in forging...
KHEAA launches redesigned, responsive website offering enhanced user-friendly experience
The Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) has launched its newly redesigned website, kheaa.com.
The updated website offers a more user-friendly experience for students, parents, and educators seeking information about financial aid, scholarships and other resources to help them achieve their educational goals.
(Screenshot from KHEAA website)
“As a former teacher, I know that access...
Thomas More Biological Sciences Department creates connections through BIO PACE initiative
The Thomas More University Department of Biological Sciences is creating connections between students, alumni, and the community with the Biology Professional, Alumni, and Career Experiences (BIO PACE) initiative.
The initiative includes events throughout the year that give students the opportunity to engage with successful alumni who are active their intended career path helping to gain insight into...
Two NKY students newly appointed, two to return to KDE Commissioners Student Advisory Council
Twenty-five public high school students, including four from Northern Kentucky, have been named as new members of the 2023-2024 Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) announced Monday.
Established to gather student feedback on critical issues impacting students and schools, the council connects Kentucky students with KDE staff to develop ideas to strengthen...
