The flag will fly at half-staff on Monday in her honor.

We remember and honor the fallen soldiers who gave their lives in service to our country.

Love. Learn. Lead. GoTeach JC!
Help us celebrate our seniors who are pursuing a career in teaching and learning!! We know these future teachers will leave a golden standard legacy!
Today's feature teachers:
*Gracie Fannin
*Tor McGinnis
#TheGoldStandard #Classof2026 #FutureTeacher


Eastern KY TeachMeet is excited to welcome Ashley Sublett as she presents Leader in Me in the Classroom. Come join Ashley and learn more about her journey and how Leader in Me can make an impact in the classroom!
Register today!

Help us celebrate our seniors who are pursuing a career in teaching and learning!! We know these future teachers will leave a golden standard legacy!
Today's feature teachers:
~Kyleigh Sparks & Rayleigh Peck
#TheGoldStandard #Classof2026 #FutureTeacher




Join us July 20th at Porter Elementary to learn, connect, and grow alongside amazing educators from across the region. Register today to attend or present!
Fantastic networking, engaging sessions, and fabulous door prizes await! Be sure to like, share, and help us spread the word!
https://sites.google.com/education.ky.gov/teachmeet-eastern-ky/home

Eastern KY TeachMeet is thrilled to welcome Kentucky Department of Education Digital Learning Instructional Coach State Lead Laura Raganas as she presents AI in Action!
This exciting session will showcase practical, engaging, and classroom-ready ways educators can begin using AI to support teaching, learning, creativity, and productivity. You won’t want to miss it!
Don’t forget to register to present or attend. Six hours of professional learning or EILA credit will be available, along with great networking, innovative ideas, and lots of awesome door prizes!
https://sites.google.com/education.ky.gov/teachmeet-eastern-ky/home

Charlene Owens will present Google for Education: Work Smarter, Not Harder! This session will showcase practical Google tools and time-saving strategies that educators can immediately take back to the classroom.
From organization to engagement, Charlene will share ways to streamline daily tasks while maximizing impact for students and teachers alike.
Register today to present or attend!
https://sites.google.com/education.ky.gov/teachmeet-eastern-ky/home






Join Mike Whitaker and Lisa Salyer at Eastern KY TeachMeet 2026 as we explore cool Google AI tools, hidden gems, and practical classroom ideas teachers can use right away!
Register Today!
https://sites.google.com/education.ky.gov/teachmeet-eastern-ky/home

Your expertise empowers students to communicate with confidence, connect meaningfully, and thrive every day. You give every voice the chance to be heard.
Today, we honor your vital impact across our schools.

Our schools depend on the people who keep everything moving each day. You ensure students are supported, safe, and ready to learn.
Let’s all take a moment to thank a classified employee who makes a difference in your day!


Register today to present or attend and join educators from across the region for a day of learning, sharing, and connection.
Six hours of professional learning or EILA credit available!
https://sites.google.com/education.ky.gov/teachmeet-eastern-ky/home

Your care, strength, and dedication make a lasting difference each day.
We hope you enjoy your day—you deserve it!

Friday, May 8
Clear communication builds trust, strengthens connections, and keeps our Golden Eagle family informed.
Today, we celebrate the voices behind that important work.

Regional Eastern KY TeachMeet – July 20
Johnson County School District is proud to host Eastern KY TeachMeet at Porter Elementary on July 20!
This regional event brings educators together from across Eastern Kentucky for a day of learning, collaboration, and sharing best practices. Sessions are quick-hitting 20-minute presentations, allowing participants to choose topics that matter most to their classrooms and students.
We encourage educators from Johnson County and surrounding districts to attend—and consider presenting. This is a great opportunity to showcase the strong instructional work happening across our region while learning from one another.
Let’s come together to strengthen our practice, share ideas, and support student success across Eastern Kentucky.
We hope to see you there!

