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Kentucky Reads to Succeed Conference Set for June in Louisville

April 13, 2026 · Kentucky Teacher AI Generated

The third-annual Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference will be held June 8-9 at Louisville's Galt House, with registration opening soon and early hotel booking already available.

U.S. Army establishes Kentucky JROTC as official Program of Record

April 9, 2026 · Kentucky Teacher AI Generated

The U.S. Army has officially designated Kentucky's JROTC Directorate as a Program of Record, providing formal recognition and enhanced support for the military educational program across Kentucky's high schools.

Kentucky Legislature Passes Education Assessment Reform Bill

April 9, 2026 · Kentucky Teacher AI Generated

The Kentucky General Assembly has approved House Bill 257, legislation to overhaul the state's assessment and accountability systems, which now awaits the governor's signature.

KY Special Involvement Network Director Wins Robinson Award

April 9, 2026 · Kentucky Teacher AI Generated

Rhonda Logsdon, executive director of Kentucky Special Involvement Network, received the 2026 Robinson Award for Diversity and Equity in Public Education from the Kentucky Board of Education at its April 9 meeting.

Kentucky Students Sign on to STEM Careers at Going Pro Event

April 8, 2026 · Kentucky Teacher AI Generated

Kentucky students and graduates formalized their commitment to STEM and career and technical education careers at the Going Pro signing day event on March 31.