The News Archive

The impact of curriculum underrepresentation in our schools

Not everyone is as aware of the connection between the social media trend and the recent increase of theft in schools.

Nearly every adult can remember where they were when they saw the news that tragic day. However, every student currently in school was born after the attacks. In spite of this, 9/11 has had a profound impact on our lives.

Because of the policy, the majority of the students did not wear masks. We learned rather quickly that this was a mistake.

When asking the question of whether or not guidance counselors are providing for students given their dynamic needs throughout COVID-19 related school closures, the answer is a definitive no.

Educators are responsible for engaging students in a way that effectively educates and connects them to the issue, which can be done through the underrated power of the arts.

We thank you all, from the bottom of our hearts, for everything you do for your students. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

It comes as a surprise to many of my peers that I am a second generation immigrant.

Now, these same students offer their ideas for improvement: What could grading look like moving forward?

The statewide percentages are highly comparable to my school district, with 95.2% of teachers and 75.7% of students being white.

The Kentucky Student Voice Team is devastated to learn that the state Senate failed to pass Senate Floor Amendment 1 on HB 178, which would preserve the non-voting student and teacher members of the Kentucky Board of Education.

“If our teaching staff doesn’t offer enough diversity, then how immersed can we really be in learning about other perspectives?”

Ivy League colleges, and the advanced programs that prepare students for them, need to be more diverse. The big question is why? Why aren’t they diverse already?

I have confidence that in generations to come, the diversity that I experienced in the lunchroom, buses, and hallways will be experienced by students like me in their classrooms.

While HB 452’s demands might be enough for parents who want their children back in in-person school, is it enough for a safe re-opening?

Student Stories of Grading During the Pandemic

The people in Appalachia are resilient.

Younger students not only want and like having a voice in their school, they need it.

Our Interclub Council is one of the greatest tools my school has, and I strongly encourage every school to utilize a council such as this.