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When is the first day of school? A list of 2024 start dates for Cincinnati, NKY
With summer in full swing, families across Greater Cincinnati are gearing up for highly anticipated summer activities. like camping trips, beach vacations, concerts in the park, and outdoor movies. But back-to-school season will be here before you know it. Figuring out when your school starts can be confusing since many...
Ft. Thomas to improve community complex with $5 million, help from school district
FT. THOMAS, Ky. (WKRC) - Ft. Thomas is getting $5 million from the state legislature and additional funds from the school district to improve the Tower Park Community Complex. The Tower Park Community Complex is made up of more than 85 acres of forest, sporting facilities, playgrounds, hiking/biking trails, and two recreation buildings used for events and activities.
Red tape and delays are behind millions in unspent post-pandemic education funds
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the academic achievement gap widened in school districts across the country. To fill the gap, Ohio launched the Afterschool Childhood Enrichment (ACE) program — a savings account program that would reimburse parents for after-school activities. Thousands of Ohio families applied, but tens of millions...
University of Cincinnati hosting program for children who stutter
CINCINNATI, Ohio — The University of Cincinnati is hosting a weeklong program this month for children age 4 through 17 who stutter, according to a press release from UC. It states that if a child is still stuttering after 7, they probably will for life. The program, however, is not trying to eliminate stuttering but rather focuses on effective communication and confidence, according to the release.
Lockland hopes historic school renovation will be part of a larger 'renaissance'
The windows of the looming, castle-like Lockland School building are boarded up, and its rooms are empty. But it isn't abandoned — it's just being reborn. Lockland's school district serves as a kind of heart for this village of 3,500 people. A few years ago, it came to a crossroads. Its iconic high school — prominently visible from I-75 — desperately needed updating, and it would take a bond issue to fund the work.
'College Hill: Celebrity Edition' Shines a Spotlight on Xavier University’s Rich Legacy
In season 3 of “Celebrity College Hill,,” the cast, including Claudia Jordan, Nick “Swaggy P” Young, Saucy Santana, Karlous Miller, Angela “Blac Chyna” White, and Tamar Braxton, have taken their talents to Xavier University. However, they discover that attending an HBCU offers more than anticipated. These institutions have a rich history and have significantly impacted both local and global communities. HBCUs boast numerous notable alumni who have made transformative contributions to society, proving that the cast members aren’t the only celebrities with ties to these esteemed schools. Here are five of Xavier University’s most distinguished graduates.
Four Danville Independent alums served as superintendents during 2023-24 school year
Last school year, Kentucky had four public school superintendents who also happen to be Danville High School graduates. These individuals are: Danville Independent Schools Superintendent Ron Ballard; Fairview Independent Schools Superintendent Jackie Risden Hawley; Frankfort Independent Schools Superintendent Sheri Satterly; and Boone County Schools Superintendent Matt Turner, who retired at the end of the 2023-2024 […] The post Four Danville Independent alums served as superintendents during 2023-24 school year appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Kentucky lawmakers question university leaders about DEI policies
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Diversity, equity and inclusion was a topic of discussion for Kentucky lawmakers Tuesday. They asked leaders at Kentucky universities how those schools are implementing DEI policies and questioned members of the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education. This comes after failed attempts to limit DEI policies in...
University president defends multicultural religious, social, and academic groups on campus
FRANKFORT — For almost 90 minutes on Tuesday, Kentucky lawmakers who tried to ban diversity, equity and inclusion in Kentucky’s colleges were told why such programs were needed in higher education. Yet, one legislator said DEI programs “segregate” students. Among presenters were two university presidents — Northern Kentucky University President Cady Short-Thompson and Morehead State […] The post University president defends multicultural religious, social, and academic groups on campus appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
A Look Inside Mental Health and the Resources Within NKU Athletics
There is a certain stigma that has been seen around student-athletes for a while, in which they are held to a standard of being the most put-together students, having serious attitudes and being almost “perfect” when it comes to being a good role model. They are expected to be grateful for the opportunity they have, almost to the point of being indebted to the school and expected to do whatever they are asked without a single complaint. Dr. Randall Cutler, NKU’s psychologist, talked about the mindset other students have about student-athletes and their expectations.
NKU president testifies on DEI as issue resurfaces in Frankfort
Northern Kentucky University president Dr. Cady Short-Thompson told a Republican-led state legislative committee investigating DEI in postsecondary education that the university’s regional accreditation is tied to “expectations” of diversity, equity and inclusion. Accreditation indicates that a college or university meets specific education standards and is usually necessary...
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