The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy is hosting The Wonders of Pharmacy—an interactive, hands-on event created specifically for high school students interested in pharmacy, medication use, and the pharmaceutical sciences.
Students will experience an afternoon of engaging stations, games, prizes, snacks, and behind-the-scenes activities led by current PharmD students and practicing professionals.
Parents, guardians, and high school counselors and teachers are welcome to attend.
Event Details
Date: April 25, 2026
Time: Noon – 4:00 PM
Location: UK College of Pharmacy, Lee T. Todd, Jr. Building, Lexington, KY
Registration: Scan the QR code in the graphic to register or click the link below
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=C1MwK7ZpV0S4GEgctT1Crn5wUdXU09tJrQ0C6OptynxUODRHVkZHSUwwRklKOTVEM1g3OEJMWkoyUC4u&route=shorturl
Questions? Email crome.lab@uky.edu
Director of Music Cassie Hites recently attended the Kentucky Music Educators Association conference and had the opportunity to participate in what she described as one of her favorite professional learning sessions ever!
The session focused on the powerful connection between music literacy and reading literacy — and how skills developed in band, orchestra, and choral classrooms can directly support students’ reading comprehension and overall academic success. The presenters shared how the same pillars of literacy can be applied in music instruction to help bridge learning gaps and strengthen transferable skills.
Cassie left the session energized and excited, realizing she was already implementing some of these strategies — and inspired to refine her approach even more to better support students.
The session was presented by Ben McWhorter, Orchestra Director at Tate’s Creek High School in Lexington, KY, and Hilary McWhorter of the Kentucky Department of Education.
We love seeing our educators continue to grow, learn, and bring innovative ideas back to our students. Music education truly makes an impact far beyond the classroom stage! 🎶📚✨
We’re excited to announce our next Community Book Club read:
They All Fall the Same by Kentucky native Wes Browne!
This gripping novel follows a young woman caught in the middle of a high-stakes criminal world, forced to make impossible choices to protect her family. Set against the backdrop of rural Kentucky, They All Fall the Same is a fast-paced story of loyalty, survival, and the consequences of desperation. With strong Appalachian roots and powerful storytelling, it’s a book that will keep you turning pages — and give us plenty to talk about!
📖 Want a FREE copy?
The deadline to request your book is February 25 using this link:
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfaMwyU_47JtdP8sDU4ITMrkA-pFtinCKpTrzvTjmo_mUJLuA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=107448454584326432386
📦 Book Pick-Up:
Stop by the table set up in the commons area on March 5 anytime between 6:00–7:00 PM to grab your copy.
💬 Book Discussion Night:
Join us on April 9 at 6:00 PM for discussion, snacks, and great adult conversation!
We will also provide FREE child care during the meeting to make it easy for everyone to attend.
✨ This book club is open to ANYONE in the community — young or old! Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking to get connected, we’d love to have you join us.
As part of their independent reading, students designed custom bookmarks to match their choice books. From symbolic illustrations to meaningful quotes and vibrant artwork, each bookmark reflects the themes, characters, and personal connections they’ve discovered through reading.
We love seeing students combine creativity with literacy — and most importantly, celebrating their love of reading! Great work, Mrs. Doderer and students! 🎨📖
📚✨ Creativity + Choice in Mrs. Doderer’s English Class! ✨📚
Students in Mrs. Ebony Doderer’s PJHS Language Arts class recently brought their novels to life in a fun and creative way—by designing their own themed bookmarks!
Thanks to the KyCL25 grant, each student was able to select and receive a novel of their choice. Giving students ownership in what they read has made a powerful impact—boosting engagement, excitement, and meaningful connections to literature.
Each bookmark reflects the novel a student selected, featuring important symbols, quotes, imagery, and artistic details that represent the story’s themes and characters. This project beautifully combined creativity with literary analysis while celebrating student voice and choice.
We are so proud of the thoughtful work happening in this classroom and grateful for opportunities like the KyCL25 grant that support authentic learning experiences for our students! 📖🎨
#StudentVoice #KyCL25 #EnglishClass #LoveOfReading #ProudToLead
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Sherri Woods, PES Assistant Principal, has officially become an Acadience Reading Pre-K: PELI Mentor!
As a PELI (Preschool Early Literacy Indicators) Mentor, Mrs. Woods is specially trained to support teachers in implementing research-based early literacy practices and using student data to strengthen foundational reading skills. This important work focuses on building language development, vocabulary, phonological awareness, and early comprehension — the essential building blocks for reading success.
What this means for our students and partners:
📚 Enhanced early literacy instruction for our Head Start students
📊 Data-informed support to better meet individual student needs
🤝 Ongoing coaching and collaboration with our partner preschools
🌟 Stronger kindergarten readiness for all learners
We are especially excited about the positive impact this will have on our partnerships with Little Light Academy and Our Lady of the Mountains, as we continue working together to ensure every child enters kindergarten confident, prepared, and ready to thrive.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Woods on this outstanding accomplishment and her continued commitment to early childhood education! 👏📖
Today, February 17, we challenge our students, families, staff, and community to perform a random act of kindness and make someone’s day brighter! 🌟
Here are some ideas to get you started:
• Pay for someone’s food in line in a drive thru🍔
• Leave change in a vending machine🚪
• Give a genuine compliment to a friend or teacher 💬
• Do the dishes for your adult 🍽️
No act is too small — every bit of kindness counts! Let’s show how caring and thoughtful the Paintsville community can be.
#PaintsvilleProud #RandomActsOfKindness #SpreadKindness
Today, we honor the leaders who have shaped our nation’s history and the values of citizenship and service.
We hope our students, staff, and community take a moment to reflect on the importance of learning from history and striving to make a positive impact! 📚✨
#PaintsvilleProud #PresidentsDay #LearningFromHistory
Today, we want to give a big thank you to Officer Craig Meade, our amazing School Resource Officer at Paintsville Elementary. Your care and commitment to keeping our students safe every day does not go unnoticed.
We appreciate all that you do to protect and guide our school community! 💙
#PaintsvilleProud #SROAppreciationDay #ThankYouOfficerMeade #KeepingOurSchoolsSafe
School will be in session on Monday, February 16 (President’s Day).
We look forward to seeing all of our students ready to learn and have a great day! 📚✏️
We wish all of our students, families, staff, and community members a wonderful Valentine’s Day weekend filled with kindness and appreciation for the people who make our school community so special.
We hope our students have lots of fun celebrating at their classroom parties today! 🎉💌
Spread a little love and enjoy the weekend! 💙🤍
#PaintsvilleProud #HappyValentinesDay #SpreadKindness
Families can now begin planning ahead for vacations, appointments, and important events for the upcoming school year. 🏖️🗓️
We appreciate our Calendar Committee for their time, input, and thoughtful work in developing a schedule that supports our Tigers and their families. You can view the approved calendar below.
#PaintsvilleProud #PlanAhead #PISCalendar
🌐 Happy Safer Internet Day! 🌐
Today, February 10, Paintsville Independent Schools is promoting a safer and more responsible online experience for everyone. 💻✨
We encourage our students, families, and staff to:
• Think before you post 💬
• Protect your personal information 🔒
• Be kind and respectful online ❤️
• Report online bullying or harmful content on the STOP Bullying Tipline
If you or someone you know is experiencing cyberbullying, you can anonymously call the STOP Bullying Tipline at 1-800-273-8255 (press 1). Your voice matters — don’t stay silent. All reports are investigated.
Together, we can make the internet a safer, kinder place for all!
#PaintsvilleProud #SaferInternetDay #BeSafeOnline #StopBullying #ThinkBeforeYouClick
📅 February 9–13
This week we proudly celebrate Family Resource & Youth Services Centers and the incredible work they do to support our students, families, and schools every day!
We want to give a special shout-out to our amazing coordinators:
👏 Cassandra Stratton, FRYSC Coordinator at Paintsville High School
👏 Libby Auxier, FRYSC Coordinator at Paintsville Elementary School
Their compassion and commitment make a real difference in the lives of our students and families. Thank you for all you do to connect resources and strengthen our community!
💙 Join us in showing appreciation all week long! 💙
#FRYSCWeek #FamilyResourceYouthServices #ThankYouFRYSC #PaintsvillePride
Who will it be — the Seattle Seahawks or the New England Patriots? 🤔 Both teams are set to face off in Super Bowl LX this evening!
We hope our Paintsville Independent community enjoys:
🍿 Great snacks
📺 Awesome commercials
🏆 And of course — the football game!
#PaintsvilleProud #SuperBowlSunday #WhoWillItBe #GameDayFun
A huge thank-you to Education Club members Mackenzie Martin, Kennedy Robertson, and Bella Thomas for providing childcare for the moms who attended. We’re also grateful to Caitlin Salyer for taking the quilt squares home to sew together so they can be displayed at our March discussion meeting.
What a wonderful evening of community, creativity, and conversation! 🧵📚❤️
Paintsville Independent Schools is currently seeking applicants for the following positions:
🍽️ Cook
🧹 Custodian
Applicants must be able to pass a criminal background check as well as a child abuse and neglect check.
📄 Apply online here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMNdDTZBBeneEqMxRMk5dWh1X-PaI4sorpIAx3AgEDUPEMoQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
📧 Questions?
Email Superintendent Bryan Auxier at bryan.auxier@paintsville.kyschools.us
If you’re looking to join a supportive school community and make a difference for our students, we’d love to hear from you!
#PaintsvilleProud #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #PaintsvilleIndependentSchools
Paintsville Independent Schools proudly celebrates Black History Month, a time to honor the achievements and lasting impact of Black Americans throughout history and today.
Throughout February, we will recognize the stories and accomplishments that continue to shape our nation and inspire future generations.
#BlackHistoryMonth #PaintsvilleProud #CelebratingDiversity #LearningTogether
