HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Christian County and the school district will join the Prichard Committee’s transformative Kentucky Community Schools Initiative, allowing them to receive $1.5 million over the next five years.
The Prichard Committee team believes that education is the path to a larger life for all Kentuckians. They work to help citizens become informed and engaged advocates for excellence in their states educational behaviors according to their website.
“This is a pivotal moment for education in Kentucky,” said Brigitte Blom, president and CEO of the Prichard Committee. “Our expansion to include new districts in the Kentucky Community Schools Initiative underscores our commitment to improving student futures through community-driven solutions.”
The Prichard Committee was awarded a $47 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education last year, and it will channel $30 million of the grant directly into the Kentucky education system.
“Joining the Kentucky Community Schools Initiative marks not just a new chapter for our district, but a renewed commitment to every student’s future,” said Assistant Superintendent with Christian County Public Schools Jessica Anderson. “Together, we’re paving the way for holistic education, ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has the tools, support, and environment they need to thrive.”
The Kentucky Community Schools Initiative brings educational solutions tailored specifically for Kentucky students and their families. When implemented effectively, the community schools model has been proven to boost student outcomes, increase college enrollments, and contribute to the overall well-being of students, especially in high-poverty schools, according to a press release from Johnna Brown, spokesperson for CCPS.
Christian County will join 20 other districts across the state in implementing the full-service community schools model. With the joint efforts of these districts and the resources provided through the grant, the Prichard Committee is supporting a community-centered approach to education, tailored to the unique needs of each district.