School Offers Weekly Chinese Language, Dance and Art Classes for All Ages
While on a walk with his teenage daughter, David Huckaby’s jaw dropped when Kara struck up a lengthy conversation with a couple – all in Chinese. “I don’t speak Chinese so I’m not a good judge but it sure sounded impressive to me,” he said of his daughter’s linguistic skills. That’s what comes from six […]
KU Scholar Athlete of the Month: Jeffrey Schriefer
Jeffrey Made Big Splash at School School: Lexington Catholic High GRADE: 12 Sport: Swimming Academics: Jeffrey has a 3.94 unweighted GPA, scored 34 on the ACT, took nine A.P. classes, and plays piano and is a percussionist. Parents: Norma & Jeff How many teenagers these days when asked to explain the source of their motivation will respond […]
Asbury Educator of the Month: Mary Henry
Even after two decades in the classroom, the end of the school year remains an emotional, bittersweet time for Mary Henry, a fourth grade teacher at Wilmore Elementary. “I’ve been blessed with such amazing students,” she said. “I’m realizing that I have just a few more days with them and I’m going to miss them […]
Superintendent Proposes $13.5 million Safety Plan
Seeks 5‐cent Property Tax Increase to Make Lexington Schools Safest in America Fayette County Public Schools would become a national model in the area of school safety under a 10‐point plan unveiled Monday, July 2 at Dunbar High by Superintendent Manny Caulk. “School districts across the nation are investing in initiatives designed to improve school […]
State of Schools Speech Set for August 1st
Veteran educator Rita Pierson once said, “Every child deserves a champion; an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best they can possibly be.” In the Fayette County Public Schools, we take our calling to be champions for children seriously. Every child […]
Homeschooling 101: Area Mom Explains How to Get Started
For eight years, my two sons, ages 12 and 14, my husband, and I have pursued the art of homeschooling. My husband and I were attracted to a home-centered lifestyle and the chance to provide individualized instruction. But the fact that tipped the scales was my husband’s Tuesday through Saturday work schedule. To have more […]
L.E.A.P. Program to Serve Homeschooled Students
Stay-at-home mom Laura Pace learned so much as a parent at Fayette Cooperating Preschool that she sought to keep that relationship alive after her 5-year-old child aged out of the program this spring. Pace will homeschool her daughter and thanks to a program that she envisioned, mother and daughter will stay connected to the school. […]
Tips on Writing IEP Plans
If you suspect your child has a disability and needs special education services, you can make a referral to the school for an Individualized Education Program. Each school has a referral system that explains how that is done. You should do this in writing and keep a copy. As part of the referral process, the […]
KU Scholar Athlete of the Month: Devon Hart
Home Run Was Sweet Music for Devon Hart School: Lafayette High GRADE: 12 Sport: Baseball Academics: Devon has a 4.41 weighted GPA, scored 27 on the ACT, took three A.P. classes and played violin in the SCAPA program. Parents: Marnice & David When pitcher Devon Hart finally got his first varsity at-bat — in his next-to-last game at Lafayette High […]
R.J. Smith & Cole Ralenkotter Split $2,500 Scholarship
Members of the 2017-2018 group of Scholar Athletes were honored May 17 at Kentucky Utilities at the annual Scholar Athlete celebration sponsored by Lexington Family Magazine and KU. In addition, R.J. Smith and Cole Ralenkotter – names drawn at random at the event – split the Darrell B. Pulliam Memorial Scholarship of $2,500 that was […]
Preschool Directory June 2018
Ardor Montessori School 109 Dennis Drive / Info: 276-5858 www.ardormontessori.com Description: All-day instruction for children 2 1/2 to 6 years. Caring, safe, child-sized, mixed-age environment with developmentally appropriate manipulative materials. Before/after school options with no additional fees or fundraising. Well qualified, experienced teachers hold AMI (Association Montessori International) diplomas. Broadway Baptist Preschool 2500 Harrodsburg Road […]
Sayre Revives Football with an NFL Star
Chad Pennington Will Lead Spartans’ First Team Since 1977 What better way to revive a football program after more than four decades than to bring in a former NFL star quarterback to lead the program? That’s exactly what Sayre School has done by hiring Chad Pennington to head the football program that will play its […]
Fayette County Public Schools Gifted/Talented Programs Excel
Our work in the Fayette County Public Schools is guided by two moral imperatives. One is to accelerate the learning of students who are approaching proficiency; the other is to accelerate learning for students who have already reached proficiency and challenge them to become globally competitive. Classroom instruction must meet the needs and learning styles […]
Groundbreaking for The Lexington School’s ONE School Project Is a Year Ahead of Schedule
The Lexington School will host a groundbreaking ceremony Friday, May 25 for its ONE School Project – a full year ahead of schedule because of the overwhelming support of the community. TLS already has raised $7.75 million for the Project. Over spring break, the campaign reached $7 million, the city approved the project, and the […]
KU Scholar Athlete of the Month: Brendan Hord
Brendan: A Hard-Hitting Role Model School: Dunbar High GRADE: 12 Sport: Baseball Academics: Brendan has a 4.85 weighted GPA in the Dunbar Math-Science-Technology Center. He also scored 34 on the ACT and has taken 13 A.P. classes. Parents: Melia & Chuck With his Popeye forearms and bulging GPA, Brendan Hord of Dunbar High epitomizes the Scholar Athlete […]
Lexington Christian Academy Taps Into Major League Baseball History
The annual LCA Sandlot Tournament paid homage to a historic moment in MLB history on Thursday, May 17 when Caroline Hughes threw out the ceremonial first pitch at the Lexington Christian Academy baseball field. Hughes is a granddaughter of the renowned Branch Rickey – the former Brooklyn Dodger general manager who ushered Jackie Robinson into […]
Walker Buehler Makes L.A. Dodger History
In his third start as a major league pitcher, Walker Buehler, a former Lexington Family Magazine Scholar Athlete, made history. Buehler was one of four Dodger pitchers to combine on a no-hitter – the first combined no-hitter in Dodgers history. The feat came in the Dodgers 4-0 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday, […]
‘Beginning to Garden’ Program For Kids Offered at UK Arboretum
Explore nature through gardening with “Beginning to Garden” on Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m.-noon at the UK Arboretum. Learn about gardening by going on a short tour of the Home Demonstration Garden. Next, create a fairy garden using recycled containers and natural materials. Last, choose and plant seeds to grow. This free program is […]
Teachers Are Life-Changers
Tucked in my wallet is a small piece paper, well-worn from years of being folded and unfolded. On it is a hand-written message that reminds me of the man who helped me become the man I am today. The document I carry with me each day is my sixth grade report card. On it, my […]
KU Scholar Athlete of the Month: Colton Warner
Lacrosse Is Only One Of His Many Skills School: Henry Clay High GRADE: 12 Sport: Lacrosse Academics: Colton has a 4.9 weighted GPA, scored 35 on the ACT, has taken 13 A.P. classes and studied for a semester in Switzerland. Parents: Jane & Sloan Given all that he’s accomplished, it’s hard to believe that Colton […]