In our vibrant Technology 1 STREAM Studio, young minds in grades 2–6 embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of coding and problem-solving, fueled by their curiosity and boundless imagination. With every nine-week challenge, students are captivated by the thrill of programming their Sphero BOLTs to conquer dynamic courses […]
Fleming County High art students learn photography composition, skills and editing during NTI days every school year. We do it during NTI because every student has a home atmosphere that is different from the school which provides a variety of photo subjects. This year, we were either blessed or bombarded […]
Two weeks out of school for snow and ice was a lot, but let’s celebrate what the 6th graders finished up this week in class. They have been focusing on understanding theme through art. We explored with gallery walks in our classroom with different themes such as “freedom” Students had […]
This fall Barbourville City School celebrated creativity, collaboration, and connection through a unique art project led by school counselors Marsha Hubbs and Kayla Messer. The project brought together students across grade levels and transformed a school hallway into a vibrant display of student expression.
As part of the project, high […]
When I first started teaching, field trips scared me. I felt overwhelmed with the logistics of planning and funding, not to mention student safety. I love my students, but anyone who works with teenagers knows they are not exactly known for being trustworthy. However, I have taken more field […]
As we approach the midpoint of the school year, I am filled with pride reflecting on the many memorable moments that have brought our school community together. The first semester at Hopkins Elementary has been filled with spirit, learning, and celebration. Here are just a few highlights:
Open House: […]
Rockcastle County High School has a new class available to students! This Media Production class uses the standards for Media Arts. The students have taken leadership with the Leader in Me model to create wonderful project in this class. They have recorded different performances by the RCHS choir and […]
Students in grades 3–6 at Whitley County North Elementary created Christmas masks using recycled metal to-go containers. Inspired by a colleague-led cadre attended in 2024 and guided by KEDC colleague Patricia Weiner, a teacher in the Madison County School District, Mrs. Rice led students in transforming the tins into […]
Moving to a new school in a new district is always a gamble and comes with much uncertainty. This year I took a job in Fayette County at Leestown Middle School. Teaching in Lexington has been a goal of mine for quite some time on both a personal and professional […]
Seventh and eighth grade students at Allen Elementary have been exploring the exciting intersection of art, design, and technology through a hands-on 3D printing project. As part of their visual arts curriculum, students learned how artists and designers use digital tools to create functional, three-dimensional objects. Using the elements […]
