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News Releases Prior to September 2005
News Releases issued after September 2005
2005 News Releases
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| September 22, 2005 |
Postsecondary and adult education enrollment reaches all-time high |
| September 19, 2005 |
USDOE approves $68 million award to Kentucky to increase college going among low-income students |
| September 14, 2005 |
The public agenda for postsecondary and adult education: In pursuit of increased educational attainment- An op-ed by Dr. Tom Layzell, Council president |
| September 13, 2005 |
Kentucky postsecondary education system launches 5-year plan |
| September 9, 2005
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Kentucky postsecondary institutions respond to students displaced by Hurricane Katrina |
| August 26, 2005
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New state regulation reduces wait period for GED test
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| August 18, 2005
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Kentucky ACT scores move up for third consecutive year |
| July 20, 2005
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State’s colleges and universities streamline transfer process |
| July 18, 2005 |
Council on Postsecondary Education hears affordability report, approves new strategic plan. |
| June 17, 2005 |
Kentucky universities to attend BIO Conference in Philadelphia. |
| June 17, 2005 |
Kentucky GEAR-UP student to attend 2005 National Council for Community and Education Partnership Booz Allen Youth Leadership Summit as one of 30 national scholars. |
| June 17, 2005 |
GED Testing Service recognizes 2004 Kentucky top scorer. |
May 23, 2005
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Council on Postsecondary Education approves 2005-06 tuition and fees. |
May 20, 2005
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Kentucky Adult Education’s Skillmobiles bring computer skills training to public health department employees. |
May 3, 2005
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Kentucky Adult Education recognizes accomplishments of state’s providers. |
April 26, 2005
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Kentucky Virtual University opens registration for summer and fall. |
April 25, 2005
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Kentucky Adult Education to host recognition luncheon for adult education providers. |
March 31, 2005
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Call for Presentation Proposals for the 2005 Kentucky Adult Education Conference |
March 14, 2005
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Kentucky Virtual Library announces student winners of PSA contest. |
| March 3, 2005 (17K PDF) |
Kentucky among four states chosen for financing and financial aid project. |
| February 8, 2005 |
Education officials support Governor's tuition tax credit. |
| January 31, 2005 |
Greenberg, Turner to lead Council on Postsecondary Education. |
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2004 News Releases
| Release Date |
Title |
November 5, 2004
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A record number of Kentuckians enrolled in adult education programs in fiscal year 2004 to earn a GED, upgrade basic academic or workforce skills, improve their English or learn as a family. |
October 18, 2004
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"Can we talk?"
Council on Postsecondary Education to hold Paducah forum. |
| September 29, 2004 |
Online survey seeks regional views on postsecondary education. |
September 27, 2004
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'Can We Talk?' -Council on Postsecondary Education to host Louisville forum. |
September 27, 2004
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The Real Value of a GED. A guest editorial by Dr. Cheryl King, Vice-President Kentucky Adult Education for the Lexington Herald-Leader. |
September 23, 2004
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'Can We Talk?' -Council on Postsecondary Education to host Covington forum. |
| September 17, 2004 |
GED public hearing cancelled |
September 15, 2004
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National "Report Card" shows Kentucky making significant improvements in postsecondary education performance |
September 9, 2004
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Public hearing set for amendments to GED regulations |
August 31, 2004
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'Can We Talk?' - Council on Postsecondary Education to host regional meetings |
| August 18, 2004 |
Kentucky's ACT scores up from last year. |
June 9, 2004
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Leadership Institute recognizes Kentucky adult educators. |
June 9, 2004
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National literacy group cites work of Kentucky Adult Education and KCTCS as 'astounding success'. |
June 3, 2004
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Media advisory to provide background information on Kentucky's GED program. |
May 25, 2004
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Graduation rates increase at Kentucky universities. |
May 21, 2004
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Kentucky Adult Education program earns USDOE honor. |
April 16, 2004
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Kentucky Virtual University opens registration for summer and fall terms. |
March 25, 2004
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GEAR UP summer academies to introduce at-risk students to college. |
March 5, 2004
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The Kentucky Virtual Library announces winners of its first statewide video-production contest |
March 5, 2004
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Kentucky citizens get access to regional online learning resources. |
February 19, 2004
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Enrollment up 5th straight year at Kentucky colleges and universities. |
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2003 News Releases
| Release Date |
Title |
November 21, 2003
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Kentucky Job Corps students to benefit from Kentucky Adult Education partnership with U.S. Department of Labor. |
November 4, 2003
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Council on Postsecondary Education makes recommendation for 2004-06 budget. |
October 17, 2003
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Seventy-five counties share in adult education rewards funding |
October 14, 2003
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Kentucky Adult Education Web site earns national award. |
October 1, 2003
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The Partners for Kentucky's Future release white paper, announce campaign for education funding |
September 29, 2003
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Enrollment in Kentucky’s postsecondary education institutions reaches record high. |
September 16, 2003
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Governor’s Conference on Postsecondary Education Trusteeship scheduled. |
August 28, 2003
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Kentucky Virtual University CEO resigns |
August 20, 2003
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Kentucky ACT scores move up since last year; State's gains outpace nation's. |
June 17, 2003
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Adult education program moves from Workforce Development to Council. |
May 19, 2003
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Council reviews various measures of Kentucky's progress toward increasing the education level of its citizens. |
April 25, 2003
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Council on Postsecondary Education and Kentucky State University Board of Regents met in joint session to discuss the Comprehensive Assessment of KSU. |
| February 3, 2003 (538K PDF) |
The Council on Postsecondary Education announces official figures for Fall 2002 enrollment. |
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2002 News Releases
| Release Date |
Title |
December 19, 2002
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The Council on Postsecondary Education appoints Mr. Tom Layzell as President. |
December 19, 2002
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The Council on Postsecondary Education appoints Enid Wolhstein as Director of Kentucky Virtual Library. |
| December 12, 2002 (19K PDF) |
The Council on Postsecondary Education invites finalist for President to Kentucky. |
December 2002
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Kentucky Virtual Library for Kids earns Golden Web Award. |
| November 4, 2002 |
Partnership enhances postsecondary education reform. |
October 2002
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Council on Postsecondary Education receives $400,000 U.S. Department of Education grant. |
October 2002
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Historic African-American materials added to Kentuckiana Digital Library. |
| September 22, 2002 (25K PDF) |
Kentucky's postsecondary education reform: The most recent evidence of success. |
| April 2002 |
Kentucky's history online at Kentuckiana Digital Library. |
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