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COMMONWEALTH INSTITUTE FOR PARENT LEADERSHIP (CIPL)

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EDUCATIONAL TOOLKITS

The Prichard Committee’s collection of educational toolkits is designed to empower parents, educators, and community leaders. These resources provide practical strategies and actionable insights to equip you with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful impact. Explore our offerings and join us in building a brighter future for all Kentucky learners.

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April 14, 2025

HOW HAS SEEK FUNDING SHIFTED SINCE 2008?

Since 1990, SEEK (short for Support Education Excellence in Kentucky)…

April 09, 2025

Community Action is Key to Improving Education Outcomes in Kentucky

This op-ed originally appeared in the Kentucky Gazette. The Big…

April 02, 2025

From Policy to Partnership: How Communities Will Shape What Comes Next

The 2025 legislative session came at a time when Kentuckians…

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March 28, 2025

Statement on the 2025 Kentucky Legislative Session from Brigitte Blom, the Prichard Committee

March 28, 2025Contact: Lisa McKinney, Communications Director, The Prichard Committee(cell)…

March 12, 2025

Statement on the Passage of House Bill 208 from Brigitte Blom, the Prichard Committee

March 12, 2025Contact: Lisa McKinney, Communications Director, The Prichard Committee(cell)…

March 07, 2025

Statement from Brigitte Blom on the Passage of House Bill 190

March 7, 2025 Contact: Lisa McKinney, Communications Director, The Prichard…

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Brigitte Blom
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The Center for Best Practices and Innovation
Todd Baldwin
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The Collaborative for Families and Schools
Brooke Gill
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Media and External Affairs
Lisa McKinney
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For general questions, email us at [email protected] or call 859-233-9849
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March 12, 2025press-releaseby Lisa McKinney

Statement on the Passage of House Bill 208 from Brigitte Blom, the Prichard Committee

With the passage of Kentucky House Bill 208 in the House, the commonwealth is one step closer to fostering learning...

March 7, 2025press-releaseby Lisa McKinney

Statement from Brigitte Blom on the Passage of House Bill 190

the commonwealth is one step closer to expanding access to advanced coursework to every qualified student.

February 6, 2025press-releaseby Lisa McKinney

Statement from Brigitte Blom, President/CEO of the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence

Today, the Prichard Committee released the 2025 edition of the Big Bold Future National Rankings Report...

November 20, 2024press-releaseby Lisa McKinney

New Report Shows Impact of Family Engagement in Kentucky Schools

When schools implement intentional strategies to create a culture of family engagement, families’ knowledge...

November 19, 2024press-releaseby Lisa McKinney

New Survey Reveals Kentucky Families’ Perceptions of Education Opportunities

Parents report strong satisfaction with mental health services while identifying need for expanded learning...

November 18, 2024press-releaseby Lisa McKinney

More than 50 Kentucky Schools Certified as ‘Family Friendly’

Honoring the 54 Kentucky schools and early care centers that earned Family Friendly Schools Certification in 2024.

August 28, 2024Uncategorizedby Lisa McKinney

Community engagement sparks real-world learning in Rowan County

In Rowan County, fourth graders at McBrayer Elementary are producing a podcast...

August 28, 2024Uncategorizedby Lisa McKinney

Educators partner with the business community to help students succeed

Educators partner with businesses in Shelby County to help students succeed, fostering critical skills for the future.

August 28, 2024Uncategorizedby Lisa McKinney

Project-based learning prepares Allen County students for life after graduation

Allen County uses project-based learning to build skills like collaboration and problem-solving, preparing students...

August 20, 2024press-releaseby Lisa McKinney

The Prichard Committee releases analysis of ‘school choice’ Amendment 2

The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence today released an analysis of Amendment 2

ABOUT THE PRICHARD COMMITTEE

Since 1983, the Prichard Committee has worked to study priority issues, inform the public and policy makers about best practices and mobilize citizens, business leaders, families, students, and other stakeholders in a shared mission to move Kentucky to the top tier of all states for education excellence and equity for all children, from their earliest years through postsecondary education.

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Early Childhood

Meaningful Diploma

Community Schools

KENTUCKY COLLABORATIVE FOR FAMILIES AND SCHOOLS

Family Friendly Schools

Kentucky Community Schools

Commonwealth Institute for Parent Leadership

Early Education Family Engagement

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President & CEO

Brigitte Blom

[email protected]

The Center for Best Practices and Innovation

Todd Baldwin

[email protected]

The Collaborative for Families and Schools

Brooke Gill

[email protected]

Media and External Affairs

Lisa McKinney

[email protected]

For general questions, email us at [email protected] or call 859-233-9849

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