@UnionCoSchools

Retired Superintendent of Union County Public Schools, KY

Sturgis, KY
Joined April 2011
1 transportation director. 1 finance director. 1 HR lead. 1 technology leader. When the hard problems come, who do they call? KASA’s Non-Instructional District Leaders Workshop connects “team of 1” leaders with peers who understand the challenges. tinyurl.com/2er9th82
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As KSP personnel arrived at their hotel rooms tonight to prepare to assist with services for Trooper Hayden Phillips, several were greeted with a kind surprise. We thank @Home2Suites in Bowling Green, Ky. for this thoughtful gesture.
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Workplace incidents happen. How you investigate them matters. Join Wayne Young, for Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations and learn how to handle investigations confidently, thoroughly, and fairly while reducing legal risk. Register here: tinyurl.com/4t3sey5j
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KASA’s School Safety Council met today to strengthen support for Kentucky’s school leaders. Members discussed statewide priorities, funding and policy updates, and FY27 recommendations focused on policy, infrastructure and personnel. #LoveKYPublicSchools
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Applications are now open for the 2027 Helping Kids Mini Grant Program! AASA and Sourcewell are awarding more than $42,000 in grants—up to $3,500 each—to support AASA member public school districts. This year’s theme: Turning Career Readiness into Reality. Ready to create more opportunities for students to prepare for what's next? 👉 Apply Today: links.aasa.org/4zah9Lv
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Public leadership requires courage. Al Lewis speaks about why superintendents are called to be more than educational leaders. Through listening, relationship-building, and visible community engagement, school leaders can help restore public trust, strengthen partnerships, and create opportunities that benefit students and families. 🔗 Read more in this month's magazine issue: links.aasa.org/4rxJMQ0 #AASAMag #SchoolLeadership #PublicEducation
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E-Rate is a big deal for school districts. If the program is cut, here is how that will affect @bcpsky. Networks are the lifeblood of our district when it comes to safety, operations, and staying connected with families. youtu.be/Y4rzFhAiukQ?si=syoD… @AASAHQ @AASAdvocacy
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Two Teams. One Purpose. One KASA Voice. Today in Frankfort, our Access & Opportunity Task Force and Government Affairs Team turned tough conversations about conflict in schools into action—creating tools to help leaders and policymakers lead with dignity. #LoveKYPublicSchools
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Principals, ready for what's next? District leaders, know a principal who is? Join KASA's Principal Leadership Academy webinar tomorrow to learn about this 15-month experience built for Kentucky principals. tinyurl.com/ms2jp6vw
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Today our committee dug into attendee feedback from KASA 2026, asking what to keep, what to question, and what to imagine before a single session for #KASA2027 gets planned. KY's school leaders told us what they need. Now we build it. Save the date July 21-23.
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Such a precious lady;major difference maker for many! Love her and her daughter, Ms. Ann Burden! #BestCheesecakesEver
🎓 Alumni Spotlight: Cilicia Hays Burden (Alvaton High School) continues to make a difference in her community. After 30 years teaching and 20 years as a substitute teacher, she now works at a bakery in Morgantown. She's known for her warm smile, hugs, and kind words. ❤️
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🎓 Alumni Spotlight: Cilicia Hays Burden (Alvaton High School) continues to make a difference in her community. After 30 years teaching and 20 years as a substitute teacher, she now works at a bakery in Morgantown. She's known for her warm smile, hugs, and kind words. ❤️
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Today, KASA’s new directors are getting clear on what it means to lead on behalf of the members they represent: ask hard questions, protect the mission, stay connected, advocate & help move the association forward. And it all comes back to seeing, hearing & serving public ed
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