This past week, the faculty and staff of SLPS gathered for a wonderful Harvest Lunch. It was a meaningful opportunity to pause, connect, and reflect on the many things we’re grateful for. We are especially thankful for our students and partners. Happy Thanksgiving week! WKU CEBS

Happy Thanksgiving from everyone in the School of Leadership and Professional Studies! We hope you’ve had a blessed day! WKU CEBS Western Kentucky University

Are you interested in advancing your career as an educator? Join us for our next virtual open house which is scheduled for Dec. 11th and 4 pm and we'll answer your questions. We look forward to meeting you! Register for this meeting: wku.zoom.us/meeting/regist… WKU CEBS Western Kentucky University

This won't be popular for some, but I wish we would do the same. Far too many issues arise from social media for parents, educators, and most importantly, our kids.

Here's a friendly reminder to join us this upcoming Thursday, December 11th for our virtual open house! Thanks to all that have already signed up!! See you there!

We're thrilled to be featured in the latest edition of the WKU SPIRIT magazine! Our Education Administration Dept. is spotlighted with some exciting insight about the innovative work happening in this school leader prep programs. Check it out! WKU CEBS wkuspirit.mydigitalpublication.com/winter-2025/pa…

Dr. Julia Roberts and Dr. Tyler Clark from The Center for Gifted Studies joined a meeting of the Education Administration department to discuss House Bill 190 and its implications. We greatly appreciate their insight and willingness to share their expertise with us! WKU CEBS

A big THANK YOU goes out to Mrs. Levi’s and her kindergarten class at Cumberland Trace ES ! I was invited to read How the Grinch Stole Christmas as one of their surprise guest readers and we had a blast. Merry Christmas!!

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From my crew to yours, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year….brother! Hulk Hogan WWE John Cena

We are proud of our very own Dr. Ellen Casale for leading this effort! Our kids will reap the benefits of this important work. Go Tops!

Join us for Preview Day on January 31 or February 16! You'll get to see classrooms, meet faculty, and learn about the student experience. RSVP at wku.edu/preview.

School Districts, we want to honor your best and brightest teachers and principals! Send in your nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Educator Awards. wku.edu/cebs/educatora…

Future teachers! You could attend WKU tuition free by stacking scholarships and aid. Use the tool on this page to see if you're eligible! wku.edu/ste/teacher-fu…

We will welcome Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary to campus in March to discuss her book about why anxiety is good for you. We're excited to hear her insights and learn from her! Save the date and make plans to attend this free event.

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Congratulations to Dr. Ellen Casale for recently wining the TED Early Career Publication Award from the Teacher Education Division of the Council for Exceptional Children!

Shout to Jacob Toppin for taking a second to chat with my boy! He was excited to spot you! Good luck this season.