Maybe Becky Wood’s first grade students at Cassidy Elementary love her because she’s patient and nurturing, uses hands-on manipulatives and encourages movement in the classroom. Or maybe it’s because she’s flexible, prefers kindness to threats, accepts mess and welcomes classroom conversation with the kids. Or maybe it’s because she gives students choice throughout the day, […]
From Perfect ACT Scores to College Scholarships, FCPS Students Enjoy Success By Emmanuel Caulk, Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent. Across the United States, only one tenth of one percent of 2017 high school graduates scored a perfect 36 on the ACT. Here in Fayette County Public Schools, 8 of the 2,585 members of the Class […]
Christian Academy of the Bluegrass 549 Parkside Drive (859) 285-9283 www.cabluegrass.org K-12th Grade Friday, Nov. 10, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Private tours also available by appointment Community Montessori School 725 Stone Road (859) 277-4805 www.cmsmontessori.org Toddler-8th grade Saturday, Oct. 28, 10-noon Saturday, Dec. 2, 1-3 p.m. Lex. Christian […]
The abundant cultural and historical resources in Lexington’s downtown cityscape offer Sayre School teachers yet another way to enliven the curriculum and provide memorable learning experiences for their students. Currently immersed in Kentucky history, Sayre third graders have closely followed Lexington news and discussed the role of monuments in our downtown. “When the third grade […]
More than two decades as an educator and more than eight hours teaching that particular day — in heels no less — and nothing can blunt Angela Gonzales’ enthusiasm and energy. The fourth grade teacher at Liberty Elementary is so excited as she explains the importance of student engagement that she keeps popping out of […]
Elizabeth Royse of East Jessamine High cheerfully admits that education was far from her first career choice. Instead, she grew up dreaming of veterinary school and working with animals. By the time she enrolled in college, that dream had faded, replaced by an interest in pharmacy. She loaded up her schedule with science classes, but […]
For the first time, Montessori High School is offering qualified students financial assistance toward tuition for the 2017- 18 school year. MHS is offering up to 50% off tuition, and criteria for acceptance is based on financial need and not student performance. MHS, established in 2009 and located on South Broadway, consists of nearly 30 […]
Broadway Baptist Preschool 2500 Harrodsburg Road / Info: 276-2592 www.broadwaybaptistchurch.org Description: Offers a Christian education for children 2 years-Pre-K with low child-teacher ratios. We use Handwriting Without Tears curriculum. Mission: “We strive to provide a loving and safe environment for learning in which Christian principles and values are taught through practice and example.” Child […]
by John Lynch Sayre School, Lexington’s oldest independent school, has broken ground on a new, two-story, 37,000 square-foot Lower School building that is modern, child-centered and environmentally sound… and so much more than mere brick and mortar. “Research shows that relationships are a key driver of achievement,” Lower School Head Annie Papero said. “Relationships are […]
August By the Numbers The average back to school supply list costs about $100 per student Crayola currently has 120 colors of crayons. 13 colors have been retired, and 13 new colors added since 1990. The number 2 in “number 2 pencil” refers to the graphite core’s place on a hardness scale. […]
