Uniting for a common purpose
Although Sept. 11, 2001, was a horrible tragedy, it united the country in a way few had seen. It's time to create a new sense of unity to improve Kentucky's education system and help create the future...
View ArticleTime to flip the script on our thinking about achievement gaps
In order to tackle Kentucky's achievement gap, we need to recognize it is all of our problem, and all of our responsibility to remedy this disparity in student achievement.
View ArticleAll students deserve opportunities to find their passion
A trip to the Kentucky Music Educators Association’s State Marching Band Championships got me thinking about how important opportunity is for all of our students.
View ArticleChoosing to be great
To keep Kentucky moving forward, we need to be thoughtful, we need to be strategic and we need to be informed while charting the course ahead. Greatness is a decision.
View ArticleTaking time to give thanks
Thanksgiving week is a time for us to pause and give thanks for the past year. I encourage all of my readers to take time and either verbally or in writing share the things you are thankful for.
View ArticleKSB students inspire others
Earlier this month, I had the pleasure to attend a book premier party, but this was no ordinary launch event. It was the kickoff for the book, "We Can Hear You Just Fine: Clarifications from the...
View ArticleChanges offer new opportunities
Kentucky Education Commissioner Stephen Pruitt says when it comes to education, we have to put politics aside, take ownership for our responsibility as education shareholders and simply make the best...
View ArticleDreamers wanted
Before a thing can be made, it has to be imagined. But in order to be tomorrow’s dreamers, today’s students need to have a sound backing in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills.
View ArticleThank a board of education member
Kentucky's Education Commissioner Stephen Pruitt says everybody should give thanks to the hard work and dedication of local school board members during January, which is Local Board of Education...
View ArticleIt’s time to take a second look at CTE
Too often in the past we’ve thought of career and technical education as being an alternative pathway for students who, for one reason or another, weren’t going to attend a college or a university. It...
View ArticleShow some love for our public schools
During this Valentine's Day week, let’s take time to show some love for our public schools.
View ArticleShare your thoughts on the proposed new accountability system
We're getting ready to kick off another round of Town Hall meetings across Kentucky to get your input into what you think about the state's proposed new accountability system.
View ArticleSchool libraries rock!
When we talk about how rapidly education is changing, I think we often overlook the thing that is at the heart of every school – the library.
View ArticleDoing the impossible for Kentucky’s students
Our new vision for Kentucky education is one that puts students at the center of our work, values the profession of education, and values the education of the whole child, not simply test scores.
View ArticleEnsuring a strong public education system is top priority
Commissioner Pruitt shares his thoughts about the implications of House Bill 520, which was signed into law in March and gives local school boards and the mayors of Lexington and Louisville the...
View ArticleTaking your place at the table
It is Teacher Appreciation Week – a time that should be celebrated on the highest levels, but is often overlooked. So, if you will indulge me, I would like to talk about the greatest and most noble...
View ArticleKentucky’s English and mathematics standards up for feedback
This summer, we are working on the standards for both English/language arts (E/LA) and mathematics. Please take some time and give us your thoughts on our draft standards and let us know how they can...
View ArticleEffective mental health prevention and intervention approaches and resources
Commissioner Stephen Pruitt discusses effective mental health prevention and intervention approaches and resources for the K-12 system.
View ArticleHow KDE is staying busy during the summer months
As an educator, the one question I hear more than almost any other is, “Do you get the summers off?” In a word, no.
View ArticleEmbracing new opportunities
With the start of the new school year just around the corner, now is a great time for both parents and community members to get involved in their local schools.
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