Kentucky Department of Education

 

May 15, 2012
In this issue: Kentucky NAEP science scores significantly above national averagesAlternative diplomas for students with disabilities Parent guides for assessments Hit the Road: summer college tours Several state adventure tourism opportunities Kentucky students named U.S. Presidential Scholars Three state schools named National Green Ribbon Schools

 

May 1, 2012
*Parent guides for school accountability *How to help your teen handle college rejection*Math and science recommended for fastest growing careers *Summer reading program supported by First Lady *Gatton Academy named finalist in Intel Schools of Distinction program

 

April 15, 2012
In this issue: *Family-friendly activities at Governor’s Derby Celebration *Parent guides for assessments *Make sure your child reads over the summer *SB 24 makes changes to kindergarten entry age beginning in 2017-18 *Teacher support and the role of a parent *536 high school juniors earn $1,000 college scholarships *Parental support for ... More

 

April 1, 2012
In this issue: *Parent guides for testing and accountability *Photo blog highlights Kentucky schools *New website lets students send transcripts to colleges *Nominations open for 2013 Kentucky Teacher Awards *Demonstration project to increase free meal eligibility *Agriculture poster and essay contest winners*Students/schools win at STLP championship

 

March 1, 2012
In this issue: Parent breaks down NCLB waiver in blog New booklet will help freshmen adjust to first year at college Free book provides advice to adults returning to college Holliday named to Teacher Preparation Commission EXPLORE and PLAN results show improvement National School Breakfast Week is March 5-9 MakeBeliefsComix adds ... More

 

February 15, 2012
In this issue: *It’s not too late to participate *Twitter Town Hall Feb. 15 *Allergies and best practices with board policies *Kentucky ranks 14th in ‘Quality Counts’ report *KDE site visits *Operation Preparation *AdvanceKentucky update *Kentucky granted NCLB flexibility request *State Voter Slogan and Essay Contest - vote now*Engineering Exposition 2012 ... More

 

February 1, 2012
In this issue: *Digital Learning Day *KDE to participate in Green Ribbon Schools program *KJHS looking for alumni *Student programs coordinator *Are you ready to ShakeOut? *Forward in the Fifth AppLE Awards *Eleven selected for inaugural student council

 

January 15, 2012
In this issue: *Free help to Kentucky students filing for financial aid *UK Autism survey *UK Engineers Day *HANDS program helping new parents succeed *Kentucky leaps 20 spots in national education ranking*Parent institute celebrates 15th anniversary

 

January 1, 2012
In this issue: Changes to FERPA regulationsFAFSA and other ways to save New models for family engagement Kentucky awarded Race to the Top round 3 fundingSexton receives Robinson Award ACT reminder

 

December 1, 2011
In this issue: Guidelines for closing achievement gaps published Parent leadership institute turns 15 Kentucky’s college savings plan receives top 10 ranking Pay attention to deadlines for scholarships, admissions Join in on an upcoming FAFSA webinar

 

November 15, 2011
In this issue; *Autism listserv *Children can meet Sid the Science Kid *‘Kentucky College Application Week’*ACT high school poster contest kicks off *Six reasons to use informational text in primary grades *Internet safety resource *Parents for Public Schools *Easy Thanksgiving crafts

 

November 1, 2011
In this issue: *Kentucky district looking at parent/coach relationship *Newly released state-by-state snapshot of educational performance *TV series hopes to help teens, parents*How do colleges use ACT scores? *ACT helps parents prepare for college, too *Bowling Green junior wins scholarship, photo shoot

 

October 15, 2011
In this issue: *Parents - empowered, engaged and involved *iPad trainings for parents *Counting Down to School Success *Teen drivers encouraged to pay attention behind the wheel*Campus mobile portal app available for parents, students *Mock elections, contests *High school mock trial program *Farm to School Week art contest *ACT test date ... More

 

October 1, 2011
In this issue: *42.6 percent of schools meet all NCLB goals *Education commissioner to host Twitter Town Hall*Gov. Beshear launches ‘11-11-11’ website *Norton Center Student Matinee Series *First Lady Jane Beshear announces 2011 fall reading list *Nine named semifinalists for 2012 Kentucky Teacher of the Year

 

September 15, 2011
In this issue: *Talk to your child about the dangers of sexting*Income guidelines for school meals announced*More students participate in AP examinations  *State college savings plan to give away four $1,000 accounts *Kentucky tops in nation for higher education improvement *UK plans a big boost in chemistry teaching *Twenty-four are Teacher ... More

 

August 15, 2011
In this issue: *Welcome back to school *Kick off the school year right *Help other parents start the year off right *Focus on driving safely as school year begins *Commonwealth Diploma program removed in Kentucky *KSP academy targets teen drivers *College planning checklists *Scholarship money prize for video contest *Twice-exceptional learners ... More

 

August 1, 2011
In this issue *Transitional graduation rate formula provides in-depth data *Parent engagement workshops offered to Kentucky schools*Gifted students study program in Italy *Kentucky receives two awards *ACT test dates *Kentucky Board of Education to provide much-needed recognition *Students’ vision impacts ability and inability to learn

 

July 15, 2011
In this issue: *FRYSC celebrating 20 years *Nominate Champions of Change *Interest in parent leadership institute remains high*Parent engagement workshops offered to Kentucky schools*Prather becomes Prichard committee chair*Raimondo honored for 20 years *Statement regarding NASA, spaceflight

 

July 1, 2011
*First Lady Jane Beshear announces 2011 Summer Reading List *Equestrian Games had economic impact of more than $201 million 
 *Free Family History Workshop *Billy Reed sports journalism workshop *Instructors needed for Explore Bowhunting

 

June 15, 2011
In this issue: *Summer reading participants can win $1,000 *‘America’s Home Energy Education Challenge’ *Students can earn money for college with KEES *Support the Family Engagement in Education Act *‘Families Matter: Designing Media for a Digital Age’ *$20,000 grant available for schools

 

June 1, 2011
In this issue *Coordinated School Health Institute *African American juniors/seniors conference *Education agency launches social media presence*Nonacademic measures remain generally stable*Student Technology winners announced*PTA’s ‘Connect for Respect’ initiative *Tips for increasing communication time *ACT’s College Readiness Benchmark Scores

 

May 15, 2011
In this issue: *Education materials sale *Parents can build relationships at child’s school *Publication offers insight into asthma *U.S. students fare poorly in civics understanding *Using and understanding ACT scores *Test registration reminder *Saving money on college non-billable expenses

 

May 1, 2011
In this issue: *National Teacher’s Day *Kentucky teacher to appear on ‘Jeopardy’ *Why organization is important and tips for getting started *Training brings McCracken parents together *Free online newsletters help with college planning *Walk to School slogan contest *National Teacher Registry *KSP Historic Sites and Museums offer free admission coupon for ... More

 

April 15, 2011
In this issue: *Testing message from Governor, First Lady *ExploreMore! program for K-8 students *‘Capture the Earth’ photo contest *TFA brings 90 teachers to eastern Kentucky schools *Fresh fruit and vegetable program grant available*Boone County has healthiest residents *Parent pep rallies

 

April 1, 2011
In this issue: *Celebrate Screen-Free Week: April 18-24 *Building up a child's imagination *Parent involvement training session *What do admissions officers consider? *Teaching children first aid *News from KHEAA

 

March 1, 2011
In this issue: *Arc of Kentucky parent conference *EXPLORE, PLAN scores improve *Task force presents recommendations to Gov. Beshear *KHEAA to provide ILPs for home school, private school and adult students *Common Core State Standards *This month in Kentucky Teacher *Is the food in your fridge safe?

 

February 15, 2011
In this issue: *Free Workshop on CAPD for parents, educators this Saturday *Parent pep rallies *Engineer Day in Lexington, Paducah *Parents needed for STEM leadership training *An associate’s degree may be path to success *Teaching children to love themselves *Online AP exam review

 

January 15, 2011
In this issue: School nutrition standards KDLA, KDE promote summer reading ‘College Circuit’ helps plan for higher education New study further supports video game research New Math@Home now online Kentucky State Parks adjust hours Wheeler to serve on national task force

 

January 1, 2011
 In this issue: *Super Saturdays for gifted students *KCSS parent resources *Parenting magazines *Board presents annual awards*Institute to help ramp up educational improvement*Time for college-bound seniors to fill out the FAFSA *Kentucky Teacher *Parent Info problem

 

December 1, 2010
 In this issue*Byrd Scholarships*What are teachers reading? *Thoughtful gift giving *CLC up for $50,000 Pepsi grant *Best new kids' books *Stay active this month with your child

 

November 1, 2010
In this issue: *Kentucky Teacher now online *November is ‘Kentucky Parent Involvement Month’ *Reality television recommendations *Patient Advocate Foundation Awards Scholarships for Survivors *November ACT newsletter *Parent resources for children of all ages *Announcements from KDE *Letters About Literature *Filling college aid gap with KHESLC private loan

 

October 1, 2010
In this issue:*Online resources to fight student head lice *Too good to be true? *Walk to School Day coming up *Senate Bill 1 modules now available from KET *Jumpstart your preschooler into reading

 

September 15, 2010
In this issue: *Graduates’ ACT data released *News from KDE *Talk to your children about money *Camp ArtyFact: Fall Break 2010 *Worldwide Day of Play *Adopt-A-Highway poster contest *Free college planning, financial aid publications available *Heine interim executive director of Prichard Committee

 

August 1, 2010
In this issue: *KDE event moratorium for 2010-11 *Kentucky a finalist for Race to the Top award *Eleven alternative programs selected as Best Practice Sites *FEA scholarships awarded *State fair education program field trips*2010–11 ACT test date schedule*Early childhood state advisory council to be created *Steps to a smart start

 

June 1, 2010
In this issue: *Vote to ‘Plant a Tree’ at Kentucky State Parks *Five ways to celebrate the end of the school year *State attorney general offers tips for summer pool safety *STLP state champions named *Camp ArtyFact begins in July *Ninety schools to participate in fresh fruit, vegetable program *Communications director ... More

 

May 1, 2010
In this issue: *KDE/DECS parent survey *Statewide testing extension *Bright ideas: Test-taking tips from parents *New tool will help students understand cost of education *KESPT ‘Dream Out Loud Challenge’ winners *Agriculture contest winners named *Extreme Makeover: Green Schools Edition *Checklists for high school juniors and seniors *Money management for kids

 

April 1, 2010
In this issue: *Statement from education commissioner *Kentucky NAEP reading scores show significant gains *CIPL focused on STEM areas seeks parent participants *Delegates named to attend NYSC *Federal student aid programs may help pay college costs *Scholarships for children of school transportation personnel *College grants available for adult students *Kentucky State ... More

 

March 1, 2010
In this issue: *Kentucky among Race to the Top finalists *EXPLORE and PLAN results show improvement *Online AP exam review for students *KHS announces new public hours *155,000 Kentuckians counseled about higher education *Hunt for stars *New additions to the KDE Web site *Kentucky Motorcycle Association design contest *KASA writing contest ... More

 

February 1, 2010
In this issue: *‘PTA Take Your Family to School Week’ *Ready-to-use training modules *Comic Web site assists in literacy *KHEAA, Student Loan People annual reports *Taking the ACT - How soon? How often?

 

January 1, 2010
In this issue: *College Goal Sunday *Dinosaur exhibit invades Danville *Students should learn about insurance *Child’s play: When your toddler plays alone *Study: Kids’ stress higher than parents realize *School safety alert program tip *Share Parent Info with others

 

December 1, 2009
In this issue: *Is your preteen over-scheduled? *Spring 2010 courses offered by KVHS *Ten questions to ask your child about his day at school *Six report card basics *Five ways to procrastinator-proof your child *State FFA does well at nationals *Digital ‘depot’ to aid educators *Entrepreneurial education project set for schools ... More

 

November 1, 2009
In this issue: *National Parental Involvement Month *Cybersafety partnership for parents, students *Fourth-graders make gains on NAEP *Secretary of State launches educating students Web site *Governor launches transforming education task force *Kentucky Teacher wins award; other news from KDE

 

October 15, 2009
In this issue: *Poetry contest for Kentucky state parks *Gatton Academy to host information sessions *ACT helps parents prepare for college, too *Padres ACTivos *Board presents inaugural Grissom Award *Two groups receive Robinson award *‘The Forest Service’ branching out*Happy Halloween

 

October 1, 2009
In this issue: *H1N1 hotline *Site lists flu-related school closures *Student athletes must register with NCAA *ACT test date reminder *Information on sexting *Student writers *Former interim commissioner hired at University of Louisville *Former educator, legislator hired as cabinet’s legislative liaison *‘Using DNA to Research Your Ancestry’

 

September 15, 2009
In this issue: *'Partner' approach with teachers leads to student success *‘Science behind drug abuse’ resources *‘Dinosaur Train’ *World Equestrian Games *Federal grant to help districts buy hybrid school buses *ArtsAsia Festival *149 Kentucky high schools part of Web-based sports network *Kentucky educators honored

 

September1, 2009
In this issue: *Commissioner to blog about his activities *What your child should know by the end of kindergarten *Standby ACT testing *Kentucky Military Treasures on view in online exhibition *World Equestrian Games *Quick parent resource *Smith, Desai selected as associate commissioners

 

August 15, 2009
In this issue: *ACT results for public school juniors released *Scholastic audit team members sought *Joint hearing on bullying held *Online resource for parents and children *Transportation Cabinet ‘adopts’ student ideas *Talking to your children *Astronomy experiences at UK *'Capture the Colorful Cosmos' astrophotography project

 

August 1, 2009
In this issue: *Welcome back *Holliday selected as education commissioner *New superintendents for 2009-10 school year *First lady’s dropout-prevention summit scheduled for September *Training focuses on stronger ties to families, parents*Parent leadership fellows winning election to school boards*Waiver request for NCLB 14-day parent notice requirement*President honors outstanding teachers

 

July 15, 2009
Happy Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince movie release day!   In this issue: *Is your child ready to meet Harry Potter? *Kentucky Parent Information and Resource Center *Survey shows more physical activity among high schoolers *Community early childhood councils funded *Six alternative programs selected as best practice sites *Be Big ... More

 

July 1, 2009
In this issue: *Four finalists selected for commissioner post *Booster seat law in full force *State PTA convention *Report touts student/school bond *Service grant to aid children *Randolph is Kentucky's History Teacher of the Year *Name change official at Kentucky Lincoln site

 

June 15, 2009
In this issue * National Elementary Honor Society *Governor/KDE sign agreement to work on core standards*Income guidelines for school meals announced*Schools may participate in Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program*How to make the perfect Father's Day gift *Preschool programs cited for high-quality practice and instruction *Picture PTA is back*Send PTA your stories ... More

 

June 1, 2009
In this issue: *Schools successful in closing achievement gaps*CSHI/GHKIK conference*Nonacademic measures remain generally stable *‘Perspectives’ now online *Summer reading opportunities*Exceptional ‘Schools to Watch’ announced

 

May 15, 2009
In this issue: *Teacher Appreciation Week*ACT helps parents prepare for college, too *Upcoming ACT testing dates *2010 Kentucky Teacher Awards nominations *State FEA students win nationally*Summer camps for future educators scheduled *'Mindful Parenting' reduces stress, aids communication *Boosting science skills of area preschoolers

 

May 1, 2009
In this issue: *Teacher Appreciation Week *ACT helps parents prepare for college, too *Upcoming ACT testing dates *2010 Kentucky Teacher Awards nominations *State FEA students win nationally *Summer camps for future educators scheduled *'Mindful Parenting' reduces stress, aids communication *Boosting science skills of area preschoolers

 

April 15, 2009
In this issue: *Interim commissioner new Clark County superintendent *Karem appointed to the Kentucky Board of Education *Win a $20,000 Green Grant for your school *Students at Florida school get hand pulling up their pants *A little involvement means a lot *Money Works Web site for Kentucky state employees

 

April 1, 2009
In this issue: *Waivers for schools days missed allowed *‘In the end, no program can substitute for a parent’ *KAC hosts Writer’s Day *Housing for single parents in college*Time for students to make college choice *There’s No Place Like Home – When You Live in Kentucky *Thomas D. Clark Center for ... More

 

March 15, 2009
In this issue: *EXPLORE and PLAN results released*Louisville Science Center launches Challenge *Literacy survey *Augustus F. Hawkins Literacy Center *Transition Fair for special needs*Summer scholarships available for preparation to be counselors *Be an involved kindergarten parent

 

March 1, 2009
In this issue: ACT testing for juniors School and District Report Cards now available Schools get high marks for breakfast Developing your child's ‘super-ready’ literacy skills Quick parent tips ‘Why Social Skills are Key to Learning’

 

February 15, 2009
In this issue: *Registering your child for kindergarten *Show to feature Kentucky's Abraham Lincoln *Kentucky bill watch service *'The World is Your Stage' *Guiding your family’s music enjoyment *Going green an important cause

 

February 1, 2009
In this issue: *Obama and education *Analog to digital TV conversion a learning experience for students *2009 Parent Professional Conference cancelled*PACT summer program for middle school students *Commonwealth Institute for Parent Leadership training *Winter reading for children

 

January 15, 2009
In this issue: *Board accepts commissioner’s resignation, names interim *HistoryMobile, ‘CBS Sunday Morning’ to visit Frankfort, Danville *Student learning experience in China *Speed Art Museum presents ‘Kindercreate Family Day’ *'Speak Up' inauguration survey *Take Your Family to School Week *Snow day learning activities *Keep kids warm when the temperature drops

 

January 1, 2009
In this issue: *Education commissioner announces resignation *2009 Family Adventure Quest to feature Lincoln *College courses offered to high school seniors *Jobs for Kentucky’s Graduates students win at national level *Parents can protect children from cyber bullying *‘AGT’ partnering with national DOEs *State police offer winter safety tips

 

December 15, 2008
In this issue: *Governor proposes 2 percent cut, no SEEK cut for education *‘Speaking Up for Children’ advocacy training *Teaching children how to make a difference *Lincoln birthday event for children *Cemetery Preservation Program Database available online *'Johnny Money' game from NFIB *Rider receives Joseph Kelly Award

 

December 1, 2008
In this issue: *Speak Up about 21st Century Education *Governor's School for the Arts *Loss of play time harmful to children *Saving money over the holidays *New Web site answers gaming concerns

 

November 15, 2008
In this issue *Saturday’s Kentucky Book Fair offers variety for young readers *Kentucky Virtual High School Spring 2009 registration *Cumberland Falls unveils astronomy program *Combination drug use prevention *College planning tips for high school students *College essays say a lot about your child *Test date reminder

 

November 1, 2008
In this issue: *Gatton Academy informational sessions *Talking to your child about the election *Five tips to help you select a tutor *Karen Gill named 2009 Kentucky Teacher of the Year*2008 PTA Reflections Program Gallery available*Kentucky Book Fair *Upcoming days of interest

 

October 15, 2008
In this issue: *A strategy for teaching your child to set goals *Columbia Gas of Kentucky awards Kentucky Scholars Initiative *Important dates/terms from act.org *Online pledge against bullying *Fruit, vegetable program gets results *Halloween safety

 

October 1, 2008
In this issue: *Get more involved in your child’s education *Walk to School Day*24 selected as teacher achievement winners *Webb selected as deputy commissioner *Enhancement funding for highway markers *Signature Lincoln exhibition opens to the public *Kentucky Arts Council awards arts grants

 

September 15, 2008
In this issue: *Understanding ACT scores *What kind of learner is your child? *More news from the PTA *Blue Ribbon Schools selected *Library Card Month *National Family Day

 

September 1, 2008
In this issue: *Draud outlines Kentucky's progress in P-12 education *Fall testing moratorium*Getting the most out of parent-teacher conferences *When is it time for your student to stop studying? *Planning for asthmatic children

 

August 15, 2008
 In this issue:  *Kentucky ACT scores move up for sixth consecutive year*Seventy percent of Kentucky public schools make AYP*School bells are ringing*The first two weeks of school are critical*Make the Olympics a learning event*Seniors 4 Kids*Spread the word about Parent Info

 

August 1, 2008
In this issue: *Welcome back *Online Parent Involvement Survey*State fair educational opportunities *Kentucky children get a boost in the back seat *St. James Art Show scholarships *Governor names members to EPSB *Three school districts ‘PEP’ up*The need for Speed…and fun learning

 

July 15, 2008
In this issue *Conservation art and writing contest *New rules for Governor’s Cup *Help kids manage their time *Flying advice for parents of toddlers, teens *New superintendents on board

 

July 1, 2008
In this issue:   *Registration for KVHS courses extended *Free parents’ guide from the U.S. Department of Education *Preschools are ‘Centers of Quality’ *Preschool teachers recognized *Kentucky schools among Newsweek’s best *Kentucky Education Issues *Fun and learning on the Fourth

 

June 15, 2008
 In this issue: *Happy Father's Day *Bugs and books *2008-09 ACT test dates *ACT helps parents prepare for college, too*Top 10 summer dangers to kids *Three JCPS schools in Newsweek's Top U.S. Schools

 

June 1, 2008
In this issue *16-year-olds can donate blood beginning July 15 *Online college information search tool *Kids can learn during summer months, too *June is Internet Safety Month *STLP state champions named

 

May 15, 2008
 In this issue:*‘The Boy Lincoln’ sculpture *Summer jobs for teens *College for the first in the family *Watch out for scholarship scams *Film helps bullies learn their lesson *Blues and barbecue festival *Gov. Beshear appoints KBE members *Meyer special education Teacher of the Year

 

May 1, 2008
In this issue: *New report details data on education across the U.S. *Parents need to encourage safe driving during prom, graduation season *Governor’s Derby celebration *Speed Museum celebrates Asian culture *State offers fun family outings *New Highly Skilled Educators named *Reel School PSA winners *National FFA scholarships awarded *State Future Educators ... More

 

April 15, 2008
In this issue:*Waivers available for AP exam fees *Students of Kentucky school transportation staff eligible for scholarships *Earth Day in Kentucky - April 22 *National Turn off the TV Week *Evaluation gauges long-term impact of Commonwealth Institute training for parents *CIPL seeks parent participants*Family Fun with Adventure Quest *IBM's free 3D ... More

 

April 1, 2008
In this issue * April is Child Abuse Prevention Month * State testing schedule * Grant to fund parent leadership institute in science, math * 'Zip' to financial aid information at www.kheaa.com * Survey shows decreases in risky behavior by youth * 25 years of D.A.R.E. * Earth Day photo contest ... More

 

March 15, 2008
In this issue *New tanning bed regulations *Absolutely Incredible Kid Day *Kentucky Agriculture Day *Share the road with motorcycles*Children’s study looking for participants *Latest Kentucky Education Issues available on Web *Upcoming days of interest

 

March 1, 2008
In this issue: *'Kentucky Education Issues' available on Web *Dr. Seuss and Read Across America Day *March packed with other educational opportunities*ACT Test reminder *CDC warns parents about 'choking game' *Kentucky Teacher of the Year *State Farm Youth Advisory Board *Miss America preliminary March 13 in Frankfort *Upcoming days of interest ... More

 

February 15, 2008
In this issue: *State scholarship program helps students become teachers *ACT Testing reminder for juniors *PTA encouraging dads to get more involved *Two Title I schools recognized *Kentucky students working to get other students reading *Upcoming days of interest

 

February 1, 2008
In this issue *Free online AP exam review *Black History Month *Lincoln Bicentennial *Kentucky public libraries get high marks *National Youth Storytelling Showcase

 

January 15, 2008
Jan. 15, 2008 Happy birthday, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.   In this issue:*Weather make-up days *Important testing dates *College Goal Sunday *No Name-Calling Week *Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

 

January 1, 2008
In this issue: * Kentucky School Breakfast Scorecard 8th in nation * KET College Courses begin spring schedule Jan. 21 * Byrd Scholarships available for high school seniors * Spend time together indoors * Keep students reading over the holidays

 

December 15, 2007
In this issue  * A message from our new commissioner * Stay safe this winter * Answers to all your holiday questions * The holiday around the world * Make and keep your New Year’s resolution

 

December 1, 2007
In this issue *Shopping for your child*Shopping with your child*Decorating your home for the holidays*Remember those less fortunate*Heath High School shooting, 10 years later

 

November 15, 2007
In this issue   *Thanksgiving 2007 *Commissioner update *National Parental Involvement Day

 

September 15, 2007
In this issue:   *Welcome back! *No Child Left Behind Results *Parent-Teacher Conferences *Kentucky Kids Day *College Savings Month*Promote Your School Scholarship contest

 

May 15, 2007
In this issue: *New Education Commissioner   *Preparing for the end of the school year   *Kentucky ahead of the game on school nutrition   *Try Teaching

 

May 1, 2007
In this issue:   *Kentucky Education Commissioner News *Taking Time to Say Thanks *Building Wealth through Loose Change *Summer Learning Opportunity

 

April 15, 2007
In this issue:   *CATS testing tips *TV Turnoff Week *National Global and Youth Service Day *Earth Day Kentucky *Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day *Summer Opportunities for Students    

 

March 1, 2007
In this edition:   *National Nutrition Month *Snow Days and Test Performance *School Calendar Update *Exceptional Children Panel Meets *Historically Black Colleges and Universities Showcase *Daylight Saving Time Reminder  

 

February 15, 2007
  In this edition: *Best Kentucky communities for young people *Student writing tips for parents *Kentucky teens and smoking *The secret to long life

 

February 1, 2007
In this issue:   *Take Your Family to School Week *Random Acts of Kindness *Teen Dating Violence Prevention *Summer Camp Planning *Kentucky Future Leaders Foundation Scholarships *Children’s Advocacy Day Reminder  

 

January 1, 2007
In this edition: * Happy New Year! * Getting Back in the School Swing * Kentucky Kids Count County Rankings * Kentucky Student Aid Increases * Taxes and Financial Aid

 

November 15, 2006
In this issue: *Science Fair Tips *Educational Toy List *2006 Kentucky Kids Count Symposium *Trends in Student Aid *New KDE Logo *Contests, Contests, Contests

 

November 1, 2006
In this Issue: *Family Literacy *American Education Week *New Teen Driver Laws in Kentucky *College Costs Increase *Input on New Kentucky Education Commissioner Sought  

 

October 15, 2006
In This Issue:* Kentucky Schools Receive Blue Ribbon Awards* Remember to Set Clocks Back* Reassure Children When There is Scary News* A Scholarship Opportunity* Halloween Safety Tips

 

October 1, 2006
In This Issue:* Test Scores Released* Be Involved* Keep Kids Protected Online

 

September 15, 2006
  In This Issue: - State Advanced Placement Data Released - Parent-Teacher Conferences - Student Computer and Internet Use Increases - Family Day--Have Dinner Together on September 25

 

September 1, 2006
In This Issue:* 2006-2007 Testing Schedule

 

August 15, 2006
In This Issue * School Test Results * Kids Safe Online * To Work or Not to Work

 

August 1, 2006
In This Issue: - Back to School Checklist- Public Schools on Par with Private Schools- Arts Showcases

 

July 15, 2006
In This Issue: - Open Records and Open Meetings - Byrd Scholarships - American History Books - Kentucky State Fair - Prepare Your Child for School

 

July 1, 2006
In This Issue: - Kentucky Leads the Nation in School Nutrition Rules - Kentucky Youth Behavior Risk Report - ACT Info - Learn More About the Fourth- Fireworks Safety

 

June 15, 2006
In This Issue: - Non-Academic Data Released - State STLP Competition - Maps of School Districts Available Online - Summer Learning - Protecting Teens Online - Tribute to Dad- Lightning Safety

 

May 30, 2006
  In This Issue: -Kentucky Students Improve in Science -Does Your Child Want to Become a Teacher?-Go Online at Your Public Library-Drama Classes-Flag Day Kentucky Students Improve in Science The results of the 2005 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) in science show that Kentucky's 4th and 8th-graders have made gains ... More

 

May 15, 2006
In This Issue: - Kentucky Well Represented in Newsweek's Top High Schools - Scholastic Audit Members Sought - NASA Education Offers Online Resource - College Planning - Private College Week   Kentucky Well Represented in Newsweek's Top High Schools Newsweek has again published its list of the top high schools in ... More

 

May 1, 2006
In This Issue:   - Teacher Appreciation - School Report Cards - Private College Week - Breakfast Contest - Nominations Sought  Teacher Appreciation In May In recognition of National Teacher Day and Teacher Appreciation Week, the Kentucky Board of Education recently issued a resolution that expresses gratitude to the state's teachers ... More

 

April 15, 2006
In This Issue: - CATS Is Here - April Is Poetry Month - PTA Newsletter - Inside Kentucky Schools - Earth Day 2006 - College Prep and more   CATS Is Here   Don’t forget that the Commonwealth Accountability Testing System assessments for Kentucky public schools will be conducted during April ... More

 

April 1, 2006
In This Issue: - Teacher Award - Financial Aid Help - Meetings On Underage Drinking - A Few Reminders 

 

March 15, 2006
In This Issue: - Testing Tips - KSD Summer Program - Journalism Workshops - Spring Break Safety - Take A Survey   Testing Tips   The Commonwealth Accountability Testing System assessments for Kentucky public schools will be conducted during April 17-28, 2006. These tests, which include multiple choice and open response ... More