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Excitement and pride fill the halls of Danville High School as Abigail Sears, an 11th grader known for her leadership and dedication, has been chosen to join the prestigious Kentucky Department of Education’s Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council. Abigail is one of 11 Kentucky public high school students selected for this esteemed council, which plays a crucial role in shaping educational policies and practices across the state.
Established to amplify student voices on critical issues impacting education, the council serves as a vital bridge between students and the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE). Abigail and her fellow council members will collaborate closely with KDE staff, offering valuable insights and ideas to enhance the educational experience for all Kentucky students.
“We are thrilled to welcome Abigail Sears and her peers to the Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council,” expressed Interim Commissioner of Education Robin Fields Kinney. “Their perspectives are invaluable to us at KDE, especially as we strive to innovate and improve education through our United We Learn vision. We eagerly anticipate the contributions of these exceptional student leaders in the coming year.”
The council members, hailing from diverse backgrounds and regions across Kentucky, will meet regularly with Commissioner Kinney both in person and virtually. Together, they will discuss how state-level decisions impact students statewide, ensuring that student voices are heard and considered in every educational initiative.
In addition to Abigail Sears, the new council members include students like Lisa Abrampah from Craft Academy/Frederick Douglass High School and Graham Borden from Highlands High School, among others. These young leaders bring a wealth of experiences and perspectives that promise to enrich discussions and drive positive change within Kentucky’s education system.
For Abigail Sears and her fellow council members, this opportunity represents not only recognition of their leadership but also a commitment to making a meaningful impact on the future of education in their state. Their journey begins with the first council meeting scheduled for August 27, marking the start of a year dedicated to collaboration, innovation, and advocacy for Kentucky’s students.
As they embark on this journey, Abigail and her peers stand as shining examples of student empowerment and civic engagement, embodying the spirit of leadership and service that defines the Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council. Their voices will resonate in the halls of education policymaking, ensuring that Kentucky’s educational landscape evolves to meet the needs and aspirations of every student.
For more information about the Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council and its initiatives, visit the council’s official website. Together, Abigail Sears and her fellow members are poised to leave a lasting legacy of student advocacy and excellence in Kentucky’s educational community.