School News

September 15, 2026

Local Headlines

[ September 14, 2026 ] Cardinals Take A Homecoming Win Local News
[ September 14, 2026 ] Member of the Monticello Fire Department Participated in the 9.11 Stair Climb Local News
[ September 14, 2026 ] Fire Crew Responded to One Vehicle Rollover Accident Local News
[ September 14, 2026 ] Participants Recently Learned the Basics of Hand Spinning Wool Local News
[ September 14, 2026 ] Check out what’s happening at the library this week! Local News

Bell to Bell, No Cell: Keeping Classrooms Focused and Students Engaged

August 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

From bell to bell, no cell. As we begin another school year, we’re committed to creating classrooms where students can focus, engage, and succeed. One of the biggest disruptions to learning today is the constant […]

Kentucky ranks in top 10 nationally for reading and math gains, education department says

August 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – The Kentucky Department of Education says the commonwealth ranked fifth out of 35 states in reading and eighth out of 38 states in math between 2022 and 2025. Several school districts across the […]

Despite delay in opening day Wayne County Orientations Continue

August 5, 2026 Kisha Jones

Monticello Elementary Thursday, August 6th — 12 PM to 6 PM Grades: 3rd, 4th & 5thWayne County Middle School (WCMS) 6th Grade: Thursday, August 6th — 12 PM to 6 PM 7th & 8th Grades: […]

Opening Day of School Delayed at Wayne County

August 4, 2026 Eric Criswell

Due to ongoing construction at Walker Early Learning Center, Wayne County Schools will delay the start of classes until Tuesday, August 25 for students in grades K-12. The first day of preschool will be Tuesday, […]

KASA Honors Benny Dunning with William T. Nallia Educational Leadership Award

August 3, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA) has named longtime Kentucky education advocate Benny Dunning as the 2026 recipient of the William T. Nallia Educational Leadership Award, recognizing a lifetime of service dedicated to creating […]

Back to School Bash is Tomorrow

July 31, 2026 Eric Criswell

Event: Back to School Bash Date: August 1st Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Monticello‑Wayne Memorial Park Activities: Inflatables, dunking booth, games, free food and drinks, and school supplies Purpose: Celebrate the start of […]

KASA Honors State Representative Scott Lewis with Distinguished Service Award

July 31, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA) has named former educator and state representative Scott Lewis as the recipient of its 2026 Distinguished Service Award, recognizing a lifetime of leadership dedicated to advancing Kentucky’s public […]

McCreary County’s Rebecca Blakley Named KASA 2026 District-Level Administrator of the Year

July 30, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA) has named Rebecca Blakley, District Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Coordinator for McCreary County Schools, as the recipient of the 2026 District-Level Administrator of the Year Award, recognizing […]

New Kentucky law changes bus stop rules for drivers

July 30, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – A new Kentucky law already in effect is changing when drivers must stop for school and church buses, and police are reminding motorists of the rules ahead of the back-to-school season. Kentucky House […]

Walker Early Learning Center Orientation Moved to Bell Elementary

July 29, 2026 Eric Criswell

From the WELC; While our home building gets an exciting transformation with renovations, the magic of Walker Early Learning Center is popping up at Bell Elementary for Orientation Day on August 4th! Here’s what you […]

Congratulations to the Middle School Online Registration Prize Winners!

July 28, 2026 Kisha Jones

Congratulations to Our Online Registration Prize Winners! Thank you to the many Wayne County Middle School families who completed their 2026–2027 Online Registration by our July 1 goal date. Your prompt response helped us tremendously […]

Cyclospora outbreak prompts Kentucky school districts to pull produce from menus

July 27, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – A Cyclospora outbreak now affecting nine states, including Kentucky, is prompting local school nutrition departments to reassess their produce sourcing and menu offerings. Cyclospora is a parasite that causes Cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness […]