Excerpt from A History of Education in Kentucky Kentucky through Cumberland Gap, and were chiefly of Scotch Irish descent. The leaders among them especially were men of more than the average intelligence and culture (1) and we see them early taking steps to promote the diffusion of useful knowledge among themselves and their descendants. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from History of Higher Education in Kentucky There are many educated and more means to be applied in that way than most other countries could afford, while a general propensity for giving and receiving literary instruction was obviously a prevailing sentiment throughout the country. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from A Centennial Exhibit of Education in Kentucky The common School System is provided for in the Constitution of the State, and is organized under chapter 18 of the General Statutes. Organization 1. A State Superintendent of Public Instruction, elected for four years by the people; salary, $3, 000; allowed two clerks, an office, fixtures, postage, and stationery. 2. A State Board of Education, composed of the Superintendent, Attorney General, Secretary of State, and two professional educators elected by them. It adopts rules and regulations for the government of Common Schools, recommends text-books, and sits as a Court of Appeals from the decisions and acts of the County Commissioners. 3. A State Board of Examiners, composed of the Superintendent and two professional educators selected by them. Examines teachers for State certificates - good in any county for five years. 4. A County Commissioner is elected by the Court of Claims; receives reports; visits the schools; grants teachers certificates; holds Teachers' Institute; disburses money, and decides all questions of difference, difficulty, or doubt; holds office two years. 5. A County Board of Examiners. Examines teachers for county certificates. Certificate good from two to four years, according to class. Selects text-books from those recommended by the State Board of Education. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Eastern Kentucky Review, 1906, Vol. 9: Published Quarterly The school as a whole is growing every year; and it is noticeable in recent years that more and more graded and high school teachers are coming to Eastern for special courses. It is the policy of the department to make all the courses in history special courses. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Public Education in Kentucky, 1921: A Report by the Kentucky Educational Commission; Prepared Under the Direction of the Commission Dr. Leonard P. Ayres, one of the foremost authorities in the field of public education, has recently published a comparative study of the efficiency of state school systems. According to Dr. Ayres, Kentucky ranked thirty-fifth in 1890, thirty - sixth in 1900, fortieth in 1910, and forty-fifth in 1918. That is, during the last four decades Kentucky has steadily fallen behind, when com pared with the other states and territories. In illiteracy Kentucky ranked thirty-sixth in 1900, in 1910, and in 1920. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Kentucky is nationally renowned for horses, bourbon, rich natural resources, and unfortunately, hindered by a deficient educational system. Though its reputation is not always justified, in national rankings for grades K-12 and higher education, Kentucky consistently ranks among the lowest states in education funding, literacy, and student achievement. In A History of Education in Kentucky, William E. Ellis illuminates the successes and failures of public and private education in the commonwealth since its settlement. Ellis demonstrates how political leaders in the nineteenth century created a culture that devalued public education and refused to adequately fund it. He also analyzes efforts by teachers and policy makers to enact vital reforms and establish adequate, equal education, and discusses ongoing battles related to religious instruction, integration, and the Kentucky Education Reform Act (KERA). A History of Education in Kentucky is the only up-to-date, single-volume history of education in the commonwealth. Offering more than mere policy analysis, this comprehensive work tells the story of passionate students, teachers, and leaders who have worked for progress from the 1770s to the present day. Despite the prevailing pessimism about education in Kentucky, Ellis acknowledges signs of a vibrant educational atmosphere in the state. By advocating a better understanding of the past, Ellis looks to the future and challenges Kentuckians to avoid historic failures and build on their successes.

Excerpt from Course in Physical Education for the Common Schools of Kentucky: Rural School Edition, June 1920 The draft revealed the fact that more than one-third of the young manhood of the United States was physically unfit for full military service. The publication of this fact startled the nation like an alarm bell at night. It revealed the great est defect in American education - neglect of the health and physical development of the children. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.