Frankfort, KY — At the August board meeting, Elkhorn Elementary School (EES) and Early Learning Village (ELV) were featured in the district’s monthly “School Spotlights” segment, an initiative introduced by Board Chair Mrs. Jennifer Kantner to celebrate the positive happenings within our schools.
Mr. Andy Bradley, Principal of Elkhorn Elementary, opened the presentation by recognizing the outstanding efforts of the school’s custodial team, who worked tirelessly over the summer to keep the building fresh, clean, and ready for students. He also shared that teachers have been diligently preparing their classrooms for the first day of school, which is set for Wednesday, August 13. Among the highlights was the first-grade Jumpstart event, which saw an impressive 85% student participation. Additionally, the school’s Back-to-School Bash drew over 700 attendees, representing more than 80% of the school’s families. Mr. Bradley also provided an update on the progress of the new EES facility currently under development on Steadmantown Lane.
Following EES, Ms. Lynette McKinney presented on behalf of Early Learning Village. She praised her custodial staff for their dedication and introduced this year’s school theme, “Under the Sea.” ELV’s Back-to-School Bash, held on August 5, welcomed 180 of the school’s 213 kindergarten families. Ms. McKinney also reported that 143 students have already completed the Brigance Kindergarten Readiness Assessment, with the remaining students scheduled to be assessed on their first day. She concluded by sharing sentiments from staff, who expressed feeling highly supported and proud of the strong curriculum in place. One teacher summed it up best: “Kids are the heart of being part of the Village.”
The School Spotlights initiative continues to highlight the dedication, creativity, and community spirit that make Franklin County Schools a great place to learn and grow.