The Prichard Committee released a letter from the teachers of Appalachia Educator Alliance alongside Shaping the Future of Education in Appalachia Kentucky, a report outlining the results of a survey of more than 550 teachers in Kentucky's Appalachia region. Nearly all the

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Prichard Committee President and CEO Brigitte M. Blom spoke to Steve Hensley on Issues and Answers about what competencies Kentucky employers value in the workforce and how the K-12 system can ensure students gain those key skills. #DurableSkills #MeaningfulDiplomas

This information is invaluable for all schools, but as a former #CTE teacher, I can’t help but think how impactful it would’ve been to discuss this data with my students!

The most important classroom resource for students is great educators. Learn about new resources from ED to ensure states, districts, & schools have the resources they need to recruit, prepare, & retain a diverse & well-prepared educator workforce: blog.ed.gov/2024/12/new-re…

Federal grant funding in the state budget to Kentucky is $22 billion and includes: --$15 billion for Medicaid --$1.8 billion for education including Title 1, school meals $469M, special ed --$234 million for child care

📊 Just Released: 2025 Groundswell Community Profiles Today, the Prichard Committee released the 2025 Groundswell Community Profiles, providing an in-depth look at education across Kentucky’s 171 school districts. These profiles track key indicators of learning progress—from

📣 Registration is now open for the 2025 Groundswell Summit, June 9-10 in Paducah, KY! Join us for a dynamic gathering of educators, parents, and community leaders who are committed to transforming education in Kentucky! Stay tuned for more information on keynote speakers & the

Family Friendly Schools: Read more about how the team at Lansdowne Elementary School in Fayette County achieved Family Friendly Certification bit.ly/FamilyFriendly…

For some students, high school can feel like something to endure before “real life” begins. Graduation is often based on seat time—regardless of their individual goals or interests. And a diploma alone is not always enough to secure a career with a livable wage. But what if we

Todd Baldwin and Delaney Stephens of Prichard Committee, Brian Creasman of Fleming Co. Schools, Michael Hesketh of Superb IPC, JP Kelly of Triangle Enterprises, Meredith Rozanski of BG Area Chamber of Commerce discuss strengthening school-business partnerships to better prepare students for the workforce.

The Prichard Committee’s Director of Policy for Meaningful Diplomas, Delaney Stephens, joined a panel of educators and business leaders at the Kentucky Workforce Summit to discuss the importance of business-school partnerships in developing essential workplace skills needed by

The workforce of tomorrow demands modern skills — and education must keep pace. What bold ideas, innovative partnerships, or promising practices are helping us move closer to a system that truly prepares every learner for what lies ahead? Let’s keep learning from one

📣 The countdown is on—KY Gives Day is almost here, and the Prichard Committee team has a message for you! We’re coming together to build a Groundswell for a Big Bold Future for Kentucky’s students, and we need you on board! Your support powers the work to improve education and

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🥳 Today is KY Gives Day!   For every person who donates to the Prichard Committee on May 13, RossTarrant Architects will contribute an additional $100, up to 50 donors. That means your gift could help us unlock up to $5,000 in bonus funding for Kentucky education — a powerful

Today’s students won’t just have a career; they’ll have multiple. Across decades. Across industries. Across learning journeys. High-performing systems are designing for long-life learning, from early childhood to age 100. The real question isn’t “college or career.” It’s: Are

🚨TOMORROW is National Head Start Call-In Day! Your voice is powerful—and we need you to use it. 📅Tuesday, July 22 📍 Call your member of the U.S. House of Representatives and speak up for Head Start funding. 📝We’ve made it easy. drive.google.com/file/d/17LqkFF… #StandForHeadStart