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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‘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 […]
‘He was always there’ educator celebrates 60 years at Holmes High School
As students return to Covington Independent Schools this fall, one educator at Holmes High School is marking an extraordinary milestone that few in his profession ever reach. Gary Huhn, 80, is celebrating his 60th year in education at the school where he once walked the halls as a student. “When I went to college, I […]
Angela Turnick named as interim principal of Holmes High School
Angela Turnick has been named the interim principal of Holmes High School. “I am honored to serve as Interim Principal at Holmes High School, a community where I have dedicated my entire 20-year career,” Turnick said in a district press release. “With a deep commitment to fostering a student-centered and collaborative environment, I look forward […]
New Holmes softball field clears county review
The Kenton County Planning Commission approved a public facility review of the new Holmes softball field Thursday evening. The district broke ground on the field at the end of May, but this week’s meeting served as an opportunity to get details on the actual plans for the construction. Although the softball field will focus on […]
Jon Hopkins to serve as interim head football coach at Holmes HS
Holmes High School Offensive Coordinator Jon Hopkins has been chosen to serve as the interim head football coach for the Bulldogs upcoming 2025 season. Hopkins will assume the role following the resignation of Ben Nevels, who served as coach for 12 years. “I am incredibly honored and excited to be named the new head football […]
Covington Schools breaks ground on new softball field
Covington schools broke ground on the new Holmes High School softball field on Tuesday, a journey nearly seven years in the making, said district Athletic Director Ken Ellis. “Starting next year, our girls will take the field on the finest surface in the region,” Ellis said, “fully turfed, beautifully lit and ready for the next […]
Holmes students give back on the last day of school
Holmes High School students participated in the district’s fourth annual Bulldogs Give Back event, which included cleaning up litter, packing lunches for the Parish Kitchen, and organizing clothing at St. Vincent de Paul’s thrift store.
Holmes High alumnus Kevin Dailey named Kentucky’s 2024 Teacher of the Year
Kevin Dailey, a Holmes High School alumnus and 2024 Kentucky Teacher of the Year, was recognized by Covington Independent Public Schools Board of Education for his success.
Ben Brown named principal of Holmes High School
Ben Brown, a long-time district veteran, has been named the new principal of Holmes High School, and is encouraging local businesses and institutions to invest in the district’s students.

