Board approval & start date The Middlesboro Board of Education approved a two-year contract for veteran educator William “Bill” Jones at a special meeting on June 5, 2025. His appointment took effect July 1, making him the district’s first full-time leader since Waylon Allen retired earlier this year. Dr. Jamie Johnson, who guided the district from February through […]

Phelps High School’s Vocational Programs 9th tiny house is a love letter to Dolly Parton—and a masterclass in student craftsmanship Guiding the chorus is veteran carpentry instructor Don Page, the program’s steady hand since Build #1. Page has shepherded nine classes of Phelps Vocational students through every cut, screw, and inspection, turning a single $15 k […]

Have you ever heard of Excalidraw? We hadn’t and we thought it could prove to be useful for teachers planning with their students or colleagues. https://excalidraw.com/ We love intuitive software here at The Holler and Excalidraw is great because it simply works and performs exactly how you think it would. This very simple planning chart […]

We’re thrilled to announce that Corbin Middle School has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education for its outstanding academic excellence. This prestigious accolade places Corbin Middle School among four other distinguished Kentucky public schools to receive this honor this year. For more details and to view the […]

As the Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative (KVEC) wrapped up its monthly board meeting, Board Chair Chris Meadows, who also serves as the Magoffin County Superintendent, took a moment to offer a heartfelt tribute to Knott County Superintendent Brent Hoover, honoring his 29 years of dedicated service and leadership. Hoover, who served as KVEC’s Board Chair […]