Seven high-performing community partners have received Golden Apple Awards from Fayette County Public Schools for their efforts working with the district and specific schools in 2018-19. Gary Cremeans, vice chair of the Community Partners Leadership Team (CPLT); Superintendent Manny Caulk, and Ray Daniels, the school board’s vice chair, saluted the honorees Aug. 7 during the […]
It is officially August. If you listen closely you can hear the cheers of parents everywhere as the school doors prepare to open. I’m not so eager to join in on that parade. For me, the start of the school year means we are entering the season of chaos. And this season lasts nine months. […]
by Lesley Iwinski Back to school preparations and rituals can be daunting for children of all ages. What can parents do to make the transition smoother and easier? First, give yourself the compassion and understanding that you need. Fill your own cup so that you have enough to share with your family. The most important […]
YMCA of Central Kentucky’s 15th Annual Kids Triathlon is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 25 at the Beaumont YMCA. Children between the ages of 6 and 14 are invited to participate in the swim, run and bike race. Distances will be based on age group. Swimming will take place in the YMCA outdoor pool, and the […]
The 44th annual Woodland Art Fair will take place on Saturday & Sunday, Aug. 17 & 18, inside the Woodland Park grounds. This yearly event, co-hosted by Lexington Parks & Recreation and the Lexington Art League, will showcase more than 200 juried artists, live music, Kentucky food, family art activities and more. Admission is free […]
If you’ve ever thought of volunteering to tutor a school-aged child, first of all, good for you. As the old adage goes, “A man never stands so tall as when he stoops to help a child.” And that goes for all genders. But if you’re worried that you lack the skills to teach, the Carnegie […]
Get ready to rock out with the whole family at Lexington’s first children’s music festival, KidChella, on Saturday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Lexington Family Magazine, in partnership with Lexington Parks & Recreation, will bring live entertainment, interactive workshops and hands-on activities to the Moondance Amphitheatre in Beaumont Centre as part of this new festival […]
All first-time Fayette County Public School students can register for the 2019-20 school year during the remaining registration window, July 30-Aug. 14. The first day of school is Wednesday, Aug. 14. Registration windows are open 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday-Friday. Parents can register at their child’s assigned school. To find a school district map, visit www.fcps.net/street […]
Little Ones Consignment Sale First United Methodist Church 401 W. Main St., Richmond Friday, Aug. 2, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. www.locsofrichmond.com Lil Lambs Closet Centenary United Methodist Church 2800 Tates Creek Road Thursday, Aug. 22, 7:30-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, 8 a.m.-noon www.lillambscloset.com Moms […]
By: Emmanuel Caulk Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent You have big dreams for your children. As the superintendent of the Fayette County Public Schools, I do too. I want the students who graduate from FCPS to receive more than just a high school diploma. And that’s why, from kindergarten through 12th grade, our students have […]
