The Holler | Emily Hawkins | Friends Activity https://www.theholler.org/members/eah9p/activity/friends/ Activity feed for Emily Hawkins's friends. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:36:20 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 5963441a35f83d017260ebb555733835 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=133150 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 17:58:49 -0400

Owsley County Schools' New Superintendent
Highlights, KVEC, News Coverage
October 6, 2022
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This story was originally published at www.kentuckyteacher.org for the full story please click/tap here. James “Gary” Cornett, a veteran district and school administrator with the Owsley County Schools, now leads the district as its superintendent. Cornett, who is in his...

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]]> 0 1cdcb3fe54fcc3760c7a9e2b418b6a37 The Holler created the Holler LMS – KVEC Staff https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/103492/ Thu, 21 Jul 2022 02:00:51 -0400 0 dde3380ec9573bab4b23b35e10857d07 The Holler created the Holler LMS – Carter County Schools https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/103291/ Mon, 11 Jul 2022 14:56:49 -0400 0 86f8804fda04638db521161e234235c5 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=132391 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 16:02:21 -0500

KVEC's New Associate Director
Highlights, KVEC
February 24, 2022
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The Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative is pleased to announce the new Associate Director here at the cooperative Mr. Johnny Belcher! Mr. Belcher has dedicated 25 years of service to Kentucky’s public education system.  He began his career as a high school...

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]]> 0 b4ed3ddb23ee6056eaeabfd83a124d70 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=131236 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 19:02:47 -0400 0 b4ed3ddb23ee6056eaeabfd83a124d70 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=131235 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 19:02:47 -0400 0 b4ed3ddb23ee6056eaeabfd83a124d70 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=131234 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 19:02:47 -0400 0 7f73b845ec6d49082d212302a3387465 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=131233 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 19:02:46 -0400 0 bac666a4fbcc416f8d18493f905f146c The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=131167 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 19:01:47 -0400

Complete Registration
October 6, 2021
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Password Reset
October 6, 2021
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]]> 0 de0d96d504485e999f00fe389f5b724c The Holler created the Holler LMS Test Group https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/69452/ Sat, 25 Sep 2021 01:19:16 -0400 0 bb865a4b01ac201918114c7d39084636 Dessie Bowling posted an update in the group SEL Social Emotional Learning: We are currently gathering resources, both print and video, […] https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/69205/ Tue, 14 Sep 2021 14:48:42 -0400

We are currently gathering resources, both print and video, that will help educators, families & caregivers, and communities develop partnerships that will advance educational excellence and equity. Building on the safe schools initiative, KVEC, schools, and communities can work together to ensure safe, secure learning environments for all…Read More

]]> 0 88517ab9343e7ef3e0de9a878647989f Bruce Parsons created the Holler LMS – Ashland Independent Schools https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/66818/ Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:34:12 -0400 0 601ac3ef93807cbb29775445afcf5ab6 Dessie Bowling posted an update in the group Building it Forward: Congratulations to Thad and Amanda Jones on the purchase of […] https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/66810/ Mon, 12 Jul 2021 19:17:16 -0400

Congratulations to Thad and Amanda Jones on the purchase of Breathitt County’s Tiny House. It was a pleasure to meet you both and I know you will enjoy this home for many years to come.

]]> 0 71a462f4aebc4a4085f10e199adbaaca The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=130755 Mon, 17 May 2021 12:20:20 -0400

The Menifee County school district sent KVEC/theHoller this video for everyone to enjoy. The teachers and students are excited about these upcoming summer school activities as you can see from the video. Be sure […]

Menifee County High School Summer Services
Highlights
May 17, 2021
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The Menifee County school district sent KVEC/theHoller this video for everyone to enjoy. The teachers and students are excited about these upcoming summer school activities as you can see from the video. Be sure to check it out! And...

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]]> 0 c63311b1a6b6748f05fe6be3306d27f4 Dessie Bowling posted an update in the group Promising Practice (Teachers): Examples of great teaching and learning!!! https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/66148/ Thu, 07 Jan 2021 20:52:00 -0500

Examples of great teaching and learning!!!

]]> 0 9545538d4628b763f8c7273e3cc0a3fe The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=130056 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 15:29:02 -0500

For anyone interested:
Apply to Girls Who Code’s Virtual Summer Immersion Program (SIP) for an unforgettable summer experience! During this FREE 2-week virtual program, you’ll learn the computer science skil […]

Girls Who Code’s Virtual Summer Immersion Program
Highlights
December 14, 2020
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For anyone interested: Apply to Girls Who Code’s Virtual Summer Immersion Program (SIP) for an unforgettable summer experience! During this FREE 2-week virtual program, you'll learn the computer science skills you need to make an impact, get an inside look into the tech...

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]]> 0 91f90cd3f39f65b7190ec1e9161403a7 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=129747 Thu, 19 Nov 2020 18:45:08 -0500

Harlan County Teachers Publish Spanish Textbook; Focus on Appalachian Region

Two Spanish teachers at Harlan County High School have written and published a Spanish 1 textbook.

The book, entitled Viajes […]

Harlan County Teachers Publish Spanish 1 Textbook
Highlights, KVEC
November 19, 2020
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Harlan County Teachers Publish Spanish Textbook; Focus on Appalachian Region Two Spanish teachers at Harlan County High School have written and published a Spanish 1 textbook. The book, entitled Viajes desde Appalachia, was inspired by the experiences of Chris Anama-Green and Emmanuel...

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]]> 0 d7a602b2c45cb327d64cc3279d323e03 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=129722 Thu, 05 Nov 2020 19:04:21 -0500

By: Tanya Begley, 4th Grade Reading & Science Teacher at Owsley Elementary
Pumpkins are harvested, canned, enjoyed and finally carved. Their presence is loud, proud, and beautiful. Candles inside them […]

Until Spring in the O.C. - GROW Appalachia
Highlights
November 5, 2020
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By: Tanya Begley, 4th Grade Reading & Science Teacher at Owsley Elementary Pumpkins are harvested, canned, enjoyed and finally carved. Their presence is loud, proud, and beautiful. Candles inside them illuminating signs of Halloween, celebrations, and traditions. The costumes are...

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]]> 0 ca43c0a4c21c65d08259ec25eb0ab5c9 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=129511 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 19:19:12 -0400


Oakview Elementary in Ashland, Kentucky reached out to us here at the Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative and they just wanted to send out a reminder of things we do want to see from students, and some things […]

Dos and Don'ts of Online Learning at Oakview!
HBS, KVEC
September 24, 2020
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Oakview Elementary in Ashland, Kentucky reached out to us here at the Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative and they just wanted to send out a reminder of things we do want to see from students, and some things we would...

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]]> 0 548923e2037ce4d7360511ee60e72789 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=129396 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 15:18:52 -0400


This video demonstrates how Oakview Elementary, in Ashland, Kentucky, is using digital media to communicate with families during virtual learning in 2020.

Welcome to Oakview Online!
HBS, KVEC, STEM
September 22, 2020
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This video demonstrates how Oakview Elementary, in Ashland, Kentucky, is using digital media to communicate with families during virtual learning in 2020.

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]]> 0 64842bbfaf778b32c69daa3b8d7b5fca Dessie Bowling posted a new topic "Low-Cost Internet Service Programs Tool Kit" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65771/ Fri, 21 Aug 2020 18:58:00 -0400

EveryoneOn created this tool kit for K-12 districts and schools across the country to learn about low-cost internet programs that can be shared with students and families. The Pew Research Center reports that about 15% of households with school-aged children…   Read more»

]]> e67890308c14ca022b94609478eadde8 Dessie Bowling posted a new topic "Enabling Access and Effective Use ---Self Survey" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65770/ Fri, 21 Aug 2020 18:38:12 -0400

I found this information in a January 2017 National Education Technology Plan Update from the U.S. Department of Education – http://tech.ed.gov  The need for Access and Effective Use is critical as we prepare for remote learning for 2020-2021 and beyond….   Read more»

]]> afdb1be520c577e961545e43d3605a86 Dessie Bowling posted a new topic "Low Cost Internet Options" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65769/ Fri, 21 Aug 2020 17:07:46 -0400

If a family qualified for SNAP they may be able to get ATT internet for $10 per month.   
There are several other options such as spectrum for new customers.  
Here are the links if you need more information. 
 

]]> eee084c48f71261d4ae129ffe7f917be The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=129253 Thu, 20 Aug 2020 14:59:40 -0400


“Well, I have lost you; and I lost you fairly;In my own way, and with my full consent.”—Edna St. Vincent Millay

Leslie Countians have lost the stained-glass window at St. Christopher’s Chapel. We have los […]

A Treasure Lost - By Jeanna Cornett
Highlights
August 20, 2020
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"Well, I have lost you; and I lost you fairly;In my own way, and with my full consent."—Edna St. Vincent Millay Leslie Countians have lost the stained-glass window at St. Christopher’s Chapel. We have lost it, and we lost it...

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]]> 0 65d001ce7534ca0862cb0a732b2b65dd Dessie Bowling posted a new topic "KVEC Region Digital Readiness Survey" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65755/ Wed, 19 Aug 2020 19:23:00 -0400

]]> ff909bd3fb278cbab46222504512bfbe Dessie Bowling posted a new topic "Test Internet Speed" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65754/ Wed, 19 Aug 2020 19:20:51 -0400

https://www.speedtest.net 

]]> e4202d8974c1cd3886bffd61f297617d Dessie Bowling posted a new topic "Digital Divide in Appalachia" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65753/ Wed, 19 Aug 2020 19:19:56 -0400

A film by Rory Kennedy….
https://www.bing.com/search?q=rory+kennedy+digital+divide&cvid=055be09e49ac4b48948b89a554473da1&FORM=ANSPA1&PC=ACTS 

]]> 159e78353994f9b9cd04d83f53e357fb Dessie Bowling posted a new topic "Broadband Advocacy from Rural Strategies" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65752/ Wed, 19 Aug 2020 18:04:49 -0400

]]> f543f0c4402978a6acd9f4c899036d36 Dessie Bowling replied to the topic "Broadband Advocacy from Rural Strategies" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65751/ Wed, 19 Aug 2020 18:04:48 -0400

Millions of students in rural America are falling behind in school and beyond, simply because high-speed internet is unreliable or unavailable in their communities. This is the rural broadband gap. Click on the links below to learn more about the digital divide and…   Read more»

]]> 202a5f858c323d768566671cf18b975b Dessie Bowling replied to the topic "Broadband Advocacy from Rural Strategies" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65750/ Wed, 19 Aug 2020 18:04:48 -0400

The Digital Divide is real for rural America students.

]]> aebbfbc44a29a77857cbb981e6b1b307 Dessie Bowling replied to the topic "Broadband Advocacy from Rural Strategies" - https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/65749/ Wed, 19 Aug 2020 18:04:47 -0400

Click below and enter your zip code to learn more about your access to the internet – cost and availability. 
 https://broadbandnow.com/Kentucky 

]]> 59f6217d2e50c28724caa772f270f11c Dessie Bowling wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=128789 Fri, 10 Jul 2020 16:46:13 -0400


A Collaborative Approach for Developing Micro-Credentials Based on Need

By Dr. Dessie Bowling, Robert Brown

Earning professional credentials is a requirement in various sectors of industry such as medicine, […]

Taking the ‘Not Again’ Out of Professional Learning
Highlights, KVEC
July 10, 2020
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A Collaborative Approach for Developing Micro-Credentials Based on Need By Dr. Dessie Bowling, Robert Brown Earning professional credentials is a requirement in various sectors of industry such as medicine, technology and business. Industry professionals attend sessions in face-to-face settings at required...

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]]> 1 8db0a437951fff46e808246e2dbcda62 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=127918 Fri, 13 Mar 2020 17:36:43 -0400


Let us begin this by saying that in this uncertain time, we have never been more appreciative or more proud to live in a place where kindness, selflessness and concern of our schools, communities and neighbors […]

We Stand Together
Highlights, KVEC
March 13, 2020
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Let us begin this by saying that in this uncertain time, we have never been more appreciative or more proud to live in a place where kindness, selflessness and concern of our schools, communities and neighbors are demonstrated daily...

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]]> 0 367a450e152edbdee5f36879d13e75f7 The Holler wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=127887 Fri, 06 Mar 2020 19:07:27 -0500


Dr. Jim Robb is a recognized expert in biospecimen science with over 50 years of experience in molecular pathology, virology, and genetics. He is board-certified in anatomic pathology, clinical pathology, […]

Coronavirus
Highlights
March 6, 2020
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Dr. Jim Robb is a recognized expert in biospecimen science with over 50 years of experience in molecular pathology, virology, and genetics. He is board-certified in anatomic pathology, clinical pathology, cytopathology, and dermatopathology. Dr. Robb is a consulting pathologist...

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]]> 0 5adc8c6afbb6578cb3e16d101229f368 Dessie Bowling posted an update in the group Project Prevent/Ripple Effects: We currently have 70 Project Prevent schools using the Ripple […] https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/61993/ Mon, 21 Jan 2019 17:18:56 -0500

We currently have 70 Project Prevent schools using the Ripple Effects curriculum.

]]> 0 84ee6832943bacdcd9a3a5b5687761fe Bruce Parsons posted an update in the group Holler Platform Updates: https://helpdesk.theholler.org/lock-it-down/ https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/58465/ Tue, 20 Mar 2018 18:51:35 -0400

Lock it Down

]]> 0 38dab969f737a28d909e126d985bdb2d Bruce Parsons wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=119249 Wed, 14 Feb 2018 20:58:50 -0500

Among the most eminent artists of our time with local origins is Letcher County native Doug Adams. His career as an independent artist and educator has spanned 40 years. His artwork can be found in many of our […]

Monk Media Podcast with Doug Adams
Highlights, Podcasts
February 14, 2018
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Among the most eminent artists of our time with local origins is Letcher County native Doug Adams. His career as an independent artist and educator has spanned 40 years. His artwork can be found in many of our homes,...

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]]> 0 d0456dfdb86b251275f32e839bc9acd7 Dessie Bowling posted an update in the group Project Prevent/Ripple Effects: I can't believe there has been 11 school shootings across […] https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/57499/ Fri, 26 Jan 2018 15:12:32 -0500

I can’t believe there has been 11 school shootings across the nation since January 1st. That in itself is awful. Most awful is that the school shooting at Marshall County is the first one where students were killed. Ripple Effects has excellent resources you can use with your students to have discussions around creating a caring school climate,…Read More

]]> 0 f06bc656df247500cfd4e0e2feb4dae7 Bruce Parsons created the Holler Accountability https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/57338/ Wed, 24 Jan 2018 19:39:15 -0500 0 31e9b9b0ebef1c40cf0918ff619b5b9a Bruce Parsons created the Holler Assessment https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/57337/ Wed, 24 Jan 2018 19:37:17 -0500 0 2921c457c554726afee673c78357b33f Jim Tackett wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=117093 Wed, 20 Dec 2017 14:46:43 -0500

In today’s fast-paced world, it is often a challenge for families to spend time together around a meal or have a conversation concerning the day’s events, much less take advantage of a teachable moment.  We freq […]

Family Creative Learning Workshops Are Fun for All in Lee County
ARI, Highlights, KVEC
December 20, 2017
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In today’s fast-paced world, it is often a challenge for families to spend time together around a meal or have a conversation concerning the day’s events, much less take advantage of a teachable moment.  We frequently are looking for...

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]]> 0 5df3eb9035eebddcf22bc99b73d5eca4 Jim Tackett wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=117074 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 16:17:39 -0500

When was the last time you heard someone say, “Pick Your Battles”? Well, teams of students, educators and community leaders are doing just that in tackling a major challenge impacting far too many lives in App […]

Students, Educators and Communities Taking Action Against Opioid Crisis
ARI, Highlights, KVEC
December 18, 2017
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When was the last time you heard someone say, “Pick Your Battles”? Well, teams of students, educators and community leaders are doing just that in tackling a major challenge impacting far too many lives in Appalachia and across our...

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]]> 0 fa071b82e6977045448d001706f9e783 Bruce Parsons created the Holler Generation Z https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/55679/ Tue, 14 Nov 2017 17:38:24 -0500 0 a535d49d00a16e210f12bb006431d9d3 Dessie Bowling posted an update in the group Building it Forward: Come on out to the Fire Summit on Wednesday and hear eight […] https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/55082/ Mon, 23 Oct 2017 23:44:55 -0400

Come on out to the Fire Summit on Wednesday and hear eight presentations from schools building our next Tiny Houses!

]]> 0 746524f14cde548430c67b3ac78fd292 Bruce Parsons wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=112588 Mon, 25 Sep 2017 17:26:50 -0400

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and members of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative visited the Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative (KVEC) in Hazard, KY on Sunday, September 24th. […]

Facebook Founder Finds Innovation In Rural Education
ARI, ATI, Highlights, KVEC
September 25, 2017
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Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and members of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative visited the Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative (KVEC) in Hazard, KY on Sunday, September 24th. The visiting team was there to learn from students and teachers about the innovative...

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]]> 0 aad8add2fb79bf311d5861c4762864ae Bruce Parsons wrote a new post https://www.theholler.org/?p=112539 Wed, 20 Sep 2017 20:02:01 -0400

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Join the discussion on the KVEC Educonomy […]

KVEC Educonomy Summit Live Stream
Highlights, KVEC, Video
September 20, 2017
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Join the discussion on the KVEC Educonomy Summit 9:00 – Welcome to event: Vision for the day 9:05 – Video message from Gov. Matt Bevin 9:10 – 9:55 “The eastern Kentucky I Want”...

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]]> 0 781e4744e4876b1ec5dec37361877550 Bruce Parsons created the Holler KVEC Educonomy Summit https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/54096/ Wed, 20 Sep 2017 18:07:43 -0400 0 dc9fade48b537d38e13cb02f21d272ee Kelli Thompson posted an update in the group KVEC Student Senate: https://youtu.be/EtvdpnMwA88 https://www.theholler.org/activity/p/54065/ Fri, 15 Sep 2017 20:36:01 -0400
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