Covington Independent Public Schools is again seeking exemptions from certain state education rules under Kentucky’s School of Innovation Act, but this time for all of the district’s schools. Originally passed in 2025, the School of Innovation Act allows the Kentucky Board of Education to waive regulations for public schools in favor of customization, flexibility and […]
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Emanuel Golsby named new Holmes football coach
Emanuel Golsby has been named as the new head football coach at Holmes High School. Golsby is a graduate and former player for the Bulldogs. “I am excited,” said Golsby in a school press release. “It’s home. I’ve always held that school near and dear to my heart.” Golsby has held several coaching roles throughout […]
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Next round of Covington superintendent interviews begins Saturday
What you need to know Interviews of applicants for the open position of Covington Independent Public Schools superintendent will begin their next round Saturday. The Board of Education discussed the interview process at its meeting Thursday night and provided updates to the public on next steps, including how community members can get more involved with […]
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Students set to return after structural collapse at Latonia Elementary gym
Latonia Elementary will reopen for normal, in-person instruction on Tuesday, Jan. 13 after a partial structural collapse in the gym almost two weeks ago. The remaining students throughout the rest of the district will return to normal, in-person instruction on Monday, Jan. 12. Superintendent Alvin Garrison announced the return Thursday afternoon. “We are pleased with […]
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Covington Schools to overhaul middle school to include trades, subject pathways
What you need to know The Covington Independent Public Schools Board of Education has voted to seek permission from the state to completely redesign the structure of teaching, scheduling and staffing at Holmes Middle School in an effort to bolster both enrollment and academic achievement at the district. The board unanimously approved the move Thursday […]
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Covington superintendent job posting is officially live
The Covington Independent Public Schools Board of Education voted last week to officially begin advertising the job opening for a new district superintendent. The move follows current Superintendent Alvin Garrison‘s planned retirement at the end of this academic year, as well as a long public input process that included online surveys, public community input sessions […]
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‘We’ve put in a lot of work’ | State assessment shows improvement for Holmes High School
Holmes High School is celebrating a big milestone. Kentucky’s Department of Education released the report cards for the 2024-2025 school year, and the school has moved up in performance level assessment. “I’m very proud,” Holmes junior Angelee Lesniak said. Lesniak said she’s had to deal with her school not having a great reputation in the […]
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Covington Schools wants public input for superintendent search
Covington Independent Public Schools is looking for input from the community in its search for a new superintendent. To accomplish this, the Board of Education is allowing people to share their thoughts using an online survey, public open houses later this month and focus groups that community members can participate in. “We’re excited to officially […]
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Program distributing free books to kids looks to expand Kentucky footprint
What you need to know A Cincinnati-based organization that distributes free books to students at select schools, including five schools in Northern Kentucky, is hoping to bring the joy of reading to even more kids in the commonwealth. “It brings books into kids’ homes that might not otherwise have a home library,” said Molly Wesley, […]
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NKY districts fight growing teacher shortage
Hannah Edelen pursued teaching because she wanted to make a difference in children’s lives. Edelen is a former social studies and language arts teacher at Holmes Middle School in Covington, something she said she always found personally fulfilling. Edelen, who taught in the post-pandemic academic landscape, said the global health crisis exacerbated growing trends around […]
