The Wilderness Education Project

Big things are happening at W.R. Castle Elementary through the Full-Service Community Schools Grant! 🎥 The Tomcat News crew is giving students hands-on opportunities to grow in leadership, communication, teamwork, creativity and project-based learning. #uswepproject

ABA student Corey Phillips joined fellow Wolfe Co. Youth Council members in Washington, D.C., where they visited the Capitol and met Congressman Hal Rogers during the National Summit. Students discussed issues impacting their communities while growing as leaders. #uswepproject

Meet Jasper Tingle, a senior at Pulaski County High School and the ABA Grant’s Student of the Month for March. Through the ABA Grant and her Teacher’s Aide Apprenticeship at Pulaski Elementary School, Jasper discovered her passion for education. #uswepproject

ABA students at Lawrence County High School interested the dental field got a firsthand look at the profession thanks to Dr. Pamela Sparks Stein from the University of Kentucky. #uswepproject

It’s National Nutrition Month! 🥦🍎 Through our Full-Service Community Schools grant, we’re helping students build healthy habits by focusing on physical fitness, overall wellness and making healthy choices. #uswepproject

51 educators came together for EXCEL Symposium 4, joining historian Kidada Williams to explore the Crisis of Union — from Lincoln’s second inauguration through Reconstruction — and how to bring that learning into today’s classrooms. #uswepproject #ItsAGreatDaytoEXCEL

Highland Elementary hosted a family STEM night filled with hands-on stations in math, science, technology and engineering — plus a chance for families to shop the school Book Fair and enjoy food served by volunteers from the student lighthouse team. #uswepproject

At the latest Project Spark seminar with @Gilder_Lehrman, educators gathered at Samford University to explore the foundations of American democracy. From content to classroom strategies, teachers left with new tools to bring early American history to life. #uswepproject

We are excited to hear from KSP Recruitment Specialist Kelly Rasche about the KSP Apprenticeship Program.

Our CEO, Clabe Slone, is kicking off our ABA/ABA2 Group meeting in Lexington. We are excited to continue the amazing conversations that elevate our students' employability skills with Pre-Apprenticeships and Apprenticeship programs.

27 KY educators in TRAILS gathered at Midway University to explore Jacksonian Democracy with historian Gautham Rao. Alongside Master Teachers Dale Hoggatt & Ron Adkisson, they examined law, democracy and executive power — connecting topics to classroom practice. #uswepproject

Congratulations to Lincoln County High School's newest phlebotomists, who achieved a 100% pass rate in the inaugural phlebotomy class. With the support of the ABA grant, these students are gaining the certifications needed to launch their careers. #uswepproject

It’s #CivicLearningWeek — a week to highlight the importance of civic education. With the help of iCivics, teachers participating in WEP’s grants can access engaging lessons, games and classroom activities. 🔗 CivicLearningWeek.org/resources #uswepproject

During Read Across America Week, students at Central Elementary celebrated the joy of reading with the help of their community. Parents and community volunteers read with students, while former students created and shared interactive presentations. #uswepproject

The WEP team recently gathered for an advisory meeting centered on goal reflection, collaboration and planning for the future. Through thoughtful conversation and shared insight, members identified opportunities to strengthen impact and build on the momentum ahead. #uswepproject

Meet Emily Bailey, a senior at Magoffin County High School and the ABA Grant’s Student of the Month for February. Through her Work-Based Learning placement, she is gaining hands-on experience in a healthcare setting. #uswepproject

Magoffin County High School ABA students experienced the latest in agricultural technology, advanced equipment and modern farming practices at the 60th Annual Farm Equipment and Machinery Show. #uswepproject

EXCEL’s Gilder Lehrman Symposium 3 brought VA educators together to study Crisis of Union: Civil War & Reconstruction with historian Joan Waugh and master teachers Connie Lynch and Joe Welch. #uswepproject #ItsAGreatDayToEXCEL

Service learning in action 💕 Through our Full-Service Community Schools grant, students at Central Elementary crafted valentines for residents at Mountain Manor Nursing Home. #uswepproject

Meet Taylor Blevins, a senior at @LawrenceCoSch and the ABA grant's student of the month for January. Taylor is currently completing a pre-apprenticeship in dental assisting through the Smile Savers program at the Lawrence County Health Department. #uswepproject