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Kentucky Education Commissioner Terry Holliday visited the Knox County Public Schools on Friday, December 14, as part of his three year commitment to visit all school districts in the state.

Building a robot has turned into a teamwork and problem solving lesson for Knox County’s middle school students as teams prepare for the First Robotics League competition to be held in Hazard on December 15.

The Knox County Academic League wrapped up their 2012 season with an awards program at Knox County Middle School on Tuesday, December 4. Participants, top school teams, individual MVP’s, and overall league MVP’s received certificates and trophies during the awards … Continue reading →

For many students, particularly those who do not have an immediate family member who attended college, applying to college can seem overwhelming. For those students, not having someone who can help them navigate the college application process can be enough … Continue reading →

Girdler Elementary students and staff took a cross-country road trip on Thursday, November 15, as they performed “Life is a Highway” at Knox County Middle School. Students unloaded the Girdler Elementary school bus at destinations including New Orleans, Washington D.C., … Continue reading →

Over 200 parents and community members gathered at Dewitt Elementary for “Turkey and Test Scores” on Thursday, November 15.   The annual event allows parents to enjoy a Thanksgiving-type dinner with their child while learning more about their child’s test … Continue reading →

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The week of October 22 is Red Ribbon and Safe Schools Week in Knox County and in school districts across Kentucky. Below is a listing of events taking place in our schools during this week. Central Elementary School Monday – … Continue reading →

Union College recently presented three Knox County Schools’ professionals with Excellence in Education Awards, a program launched in 2011 that recognizes outstanding careers in Knox County. Continue reading →

Final details of the Knox County Public Schools’ performance-based contracting have been released, with the district set to save $290,636 in energy and maintenance costs.