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Policy Matters

Reflections on Kentucky’s 2024 Legislative Session

By Benjamin M. Gies April 17, 2024
With the 2024 legislative session behind us, we are taking stock of what was accomplished in this session and how far we still must go to improve education and economic outcomes for Kentuckians. Kentucky’s continued decline in education and quality of life outcomes is cause for concern. In just the last decade Kentucky has fallen
State and Federal Early Childhood Funding Explained
April 17, 2024
State Budget Nears Completion
March 28, 2024
Education Funding: The Senate Version
March 14, 2024
New Groundswell Community Education Profiles Spur Local Action
March 13, 2024
Great New Data on High School, College, and Beyond
March 1, 2024
Hope on the HORIZON for Kentucky’s Youngest Learners and Working Families
February 16, 2024
SEEK In the House Budget: An Explainer
February 7, 2024
COLLEGES HELP FUTURE TEACHERS BUILD FAMILY OUTREACH
January 25, 2024
The House Budget and the Big Bold Ask
January 17, 2024
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    The Prichard Committee team believes that education is the path to a larger life for all Kentuckians. We work to help citizens become informed and engaged advocates for excellence in our state’s educational endeavors. Insight forged from our diverse experiences, our collaboration and commitment to education’s role in creating successful people and communities propel everything we do.

    Read more about our staff HERE

  • Press Releases
    • Twenty-Nine Kentucky Schools and Early Care Centers Awarded Family Friendly Schools Certification May 28, 2024 […]
    • Historic increase in education funding helps drive a ‘Big Bold Future’ for Kentucky April 18, 2024 […]
    • Prichard Committee Releases Analysis of State Budget March 28, 2024 […]
    • Kentucky House passes resolution commending community schools March 26, 2024 […]
    • The Prichard Committee Releases Analysis of Kentucky House Budget January 17, 2024 […]
  • Ending chronic absenteeism is everyone’s responsibility! Schools work hard to make learning exciting and engaging, but community and family support are key to making sure every child feels valued and motivated to show up. Together, we can create a learning environment where students thrive! 🌟 

#AttendanceMatters #KYFamEngage24 #CommunityEngagement
  • On November 7, Hopkins County hosted its first KCSI Collaborative Community Meeting of the school year at the Hopkins County Career and Technical Center. Led by District Director Wendy Gamblin, the event provided principals, parents, school staff, and students a platform to share their progress and data with the community. Attendees were encouraged to discuss ideas for continuous improvement, volunteer, and explore ways to support this impactful initiative.

#KCSI #CommunitySchools #CommunityEngagement
  • 🎉Yesterday was the Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Salute to Education! 

Local schools showcased their achievements and programs, including the Prichard Committee’s Kentucky Community schools: Paducah Tilghman High, McCracken County High, Morgan Elementary, and Reidland Elementary.

#KCSI #CommunitySchools #CommunityEngagement
  • Today Kentucky voters rejected Amendment 2, which would have allowed tax dollars to fund education options outside of the public school system. 

Read Prichard Committee President/CEO Brigitte Blom's full statement on the vote here: https://www.prichardcommittee.org/posts/a-statement-from-brigitte-blom-on-amendment-2

#KentuckyEducation #KentuckySchools
  • Today is your chance to shape the future! At the Prichard Committee, we believe in the power of education and civic engagement. Make your voice heard—every vote counts toward a big, bold future for Kentucky. 🇺🇸

🗳️ Find your polling location - https://bit.ly/4fdXbpm

 #ElectionDay2024 #GoVoteKY
  • As you head to the polls tomorrow, remember: investing in education builds a strong, engaged workforce that benefits us all! 📚💪

In this video, Prichard Committee President & CEO Brigitte Blom shares how a thriving education system drives Kentucky forward.

#KentuckySchools #KentuckyEducation #KentuckyElection

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