DURABLE SKILLS REPORT 2022 FOR THE PAST 40 YEARS, the primary purpose of our schools has been to maximize academic achievement. However, over that time, the world has greatly changed. We believe the purpose of schools today is to ensure students can think critically and 
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January 10, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ‍For more information, contact:Brooke Gill, Senior Director, Family Engagement Practice and Policy‍Brooke.gill@prichardcommittee.org ‍ Prichard Committee partnering with Eastern Kentucky University, Morehead State University to develop effective and authentic family engagement practices for future teachers ‍ The Prichard Committee for 
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Like Marty and Doc in the 1985 science-fiction blockbuster “Back to the Future,” we find ourselves returning to the past to ensure the Big Bold Future we know can be ours! This year brought blow after blow, showing Kentucky losing ground to other states on 
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December 8, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFor More Information Contact:Brigitte Blom, President and CEObrigitte@prichardcommittee.org ‍ Big Bold Future: 2022 National Rankings Report Released Prichard Committee Board of Directors Meet, Launch Center for Best Practice & Innovation to Improve Metrics ‍ Lexington, KY – Out of the quarterly 
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A strong start in a child’s early learning positively shapes the early development, academic achievement, and social/emotional skills needed for success in school and life. Yet, only half of all Kentucky children arrive in kindergarten ready. From state policy to local practice to community champions, 
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