April 18, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Courtney Daniel, Chief of Communications and External Affairs courtney@prichardcommittee.org Historic increase in education funding helps drive a ‘Big Bold Future’ for Kentucky LEXINGTON, Ky — As the 2024 legislative session closes in Kentucky, the Prichard Committee announced that the Big Bold Ask achieved 79% of its mission, adding
March 28, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Courtney Daniel, Chief of Communications and External Affairs courtney@prichardcommittee.org Prichard Committee Releases Analysis of State BudgetThe General Assembly meets 80% of Big Bold Ask; More work to do on early childhood education LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Kentucky State Budget approved by the General Assembly today
March 26, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Courtney Daniel, Chief of Communications and External Affairs courtney@prichardcommittee.org Kentucky House passes resolution commending community schools LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Kentucky House passed a resolution today recognizing and commending the 40 Kentucky public schools that are implementing the Kentucky Community Schools Initiative. The initiative, which is under the umbrella
January 17, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtney Daniel, Chief of Communications and External Affairscourtney@prichardcommittee.org The Prichard Committee Releases Analysis of Kentucky House BudgetMore Robust Investment Needed in Education LEXINGTON, Ky. – Analysis from the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence finds that the Kentucky House budget released yesterday made strides in certain areas, but it does not achieve
December 19, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtney Daniel, Chief of Communications and External Affairscourtney@prichardcommittee.org Analysis of Governor Beshear's Budget Proposals: Progress and Questions on the Big Bold Ask LEXINGTON, Ky. – Last night, Governor Beshear presented his budget recommendations for the next two fiscal years. The Prichard Committee has conducted a comprehensive analysis of these proposals, focusing on
December 18, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtney Daniel, Chief of Communications and External Affairs courtney@prichardcommittee.org Prichard Committee's Statement on Governor Beshear's 2024 Budget LEXINGTON, Ky. – Governor Beshear's budget released tonight focuses on key investments in education. Notably, the budget included proposals for preschool expansion, child care, full funding for school transportation and kindergarten, as
December 7, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtney Daniel, Chief of Communications and External Affairs courtney@prichardcommittee.org The Prichard Committee Releases Survey Data on Appalachian Education Challenges LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence released a report today that provides valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges faced by teachers in Appalachian classrooms. The survey
December 4, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtney Daniel, Director of Communications and External Affairs courtney@prichardcommittee.org New Research Shows Crises Facing Rural Students in Kentucky LEXINGTON, Ky. – The newly released ‘Why Rural Matters 2023’ report examines the needs and inequities affecting 9.5 million students attending public schools in rural areas – more than one in
November 8, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Courtney Daniel, Director of Communications and External Affairscourtney@prichardcommittee.org Focusing on Education Progress Post-ElectionStatement From The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence congratulates Gov. Andy Beshear and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman on their election yesterday. We look forward to
November 7, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtney Daniel, Director of Communications and External Affairs courtney@prichardcommittee.org Post-Election: A Call for Unity to Advance Educational Excellence in KentuckyA Statement From President/CEO Brigitte Blom LEXINGTON, Ky. — As the electoral polls close in Kentucky, the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence extends its congratulations to the citizens of Kentucky