2026 Kentucky General Election

Lyen C. CREWS II.

Buket Urgen

"We are thrilled to announce these six outstanding institutions as the recipients of our launch grants," said Lyen Crews, President of the Coalition for College Cost Savings. "Their dedication to sustainability and energy efficiency is commendable, and we are confident that their efforts will serve as inspiring examples for others in the education sector."

SIX LEADING HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS AWARDED GRANTS IN THE COALITION ENERGY SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM (PDF)

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Access to Education

School Curriculum

School Facilities & Resources

Student Wellbeing

What initiatives would they take for education? Kay said preschool preparation is vital to Kentucky's future. Hack, who answered last, said he places a high value on vocational and technical education, and said the political parties have over-emphasized the value of college. He also said the state needs to de-emphasize its new, standard curriculum, and look at consolidating school districts to reduce bureaucracy. Crews said schools have too much bureaucracy, and should not tell teachers how to teach.

Midway Messenger: June 2013

Teachers

- Board of education members work as a team to lead the school district by setting policy, providing resources, and overseeing employees. 
- The board of education is responsible for the local school budget. It reviews expenditures, allocates funds, and approves facility plans. The board may levy taxes if deemed necessary.
- The board of education hires and directly supervises the district superintendent.
- School board of education numbers are elected in staggered even-numbered years through a nonpartisan election and serve four-year terms. Most boards in Kentucky consist of five members. 
- Independent school districts elect board members at large; county school districts elect board members from divisions. 
- School board members do not receive a salary. They may be compensated for costs associated with state-mandated activities. 

Governs the local public school system and allocates the education budget. 