Last Updated on Saturday, April 05, 2008 at 10:03 PM
The Kentucky Department of Education recognizes outstanding students, educators and schools through various awards and recognition programs.
Kentucky Teacher ForumThe Kentucky Teacher Forum was created in conjunction with the National Teacher of the Year Program to bring outstanding teachers together each year to discuss critical issues in education. The Kentucky Teacher of the Year serves as chair and host or hostess of the Forum. The forum meetings typically are held in or near ...
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Kentucky Teacher of the Year ProgramThe Kentucky Department of Education and Ashland Inc. are seeking exemplary teachers through the 2009 Kentucky Teacher of the Year Program. Teachers may complete the application at http://www.kentuckytoy.com/application/. Nominate teachers at www.kentuckytoy.com. Teachers who are nominated will receive a copy of the application via mail or e-mail.
Milken Family Foundation Educator AwardsThe Milken Family Foundation Educator Awards are sponsored by the Milken Family Foundation, and include a $25,000 stipend to two Kentucky educators. The award also includes an all-expense paid trip to Washington D.C. for a national conference and awards ceremony. The Milken Family Foundation selects the winners through a review process involving a panel of ...
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United States Senate YouthEach year, two Kentucky students are selected to receive a $5,000 scholarship and a one-week internship in Washington, DC, through this program, which is sponsored by the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. The Department of Education sends applications each fall to every public and private high school. Applications should be arrive in all schools by ...
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