Courses rewarding high school and college credit will better prepare students, Heiner says
Funding for a dual credit program in Kentucky that will give students high school and college credit for certain courses as well as reward schools…
Education
Leadership Institute for School Principals celebrates 5 years
The Kentucky Chamber Foundation’s Leadership Institute for School Principals celebrated its 5th anniversary with a two-day event in Lexington with a reception, sponsored by Alltech,…
Putting all higher education on equal playing field and school choice are priorities, Heiner says
Education and Workforce Secretary Hal Heiner wants Kentuckians to view career and technical education as an equally fruitful option to a four year degree so…
University of Louisville president stepping down as governor reorganizes university’s board
In a press conference Friday morning, Gov. Matt Bevin announced that University of Louisville President Jim Ramsey will be stepping down from his position as…
Education and Workforce Cabinet secretary details progress to come from legislative victories
Education and Workforce Cabinet Secretary Hal Heiner says the $100 million bond pool included in the budget for workforce development will bring the state up…
New report looks at Kentucky education progress, challenges
FRANKFORT, Ky. – A new report from the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence provides an overview of education developments…
Kentucky Chamber’s efforts saved businesses $460 million a year
The Kentucky Chamber’s advocacy during the 2016 session of the Kentucky General Assembly saved Kentucky businesses an estimated $460 million a year. Here’s a breakdown…
Op-ed: Hopkinsville had key role in felony expungement bill
An expungement bill to ease barriers for individuals seeking to re-enter society after having been convicted of a single non-violent Class D felony, a legislative…
Bevin takes veto pen to parts of the budget dealing with education and more
Using all of the time allotted for the governor to veto bills, first-term Gov. Matt Bevin announced Wednesday evening that he used his veto power…
Bevin restores part of cuts to higher education through end of fiscal year
After controversy over Gov. Matt Bevin’s decision to cut funding to the state’s colleges and universities by 4.5% through the end of the fiscal year…