Association for Teaching Black History in Kentucky

10/12/2026

A little look back at Mountain Day! ⛰️✨ We loved seeing everyone stop by our table, participate in our activities, and celebrate their prizes! Thank you to everyone who came by and made the day special.

10/12/2026

Presenter Spotlight!

We’re excited to welcome Zach Parsons to Writing Our Common-Wealth: Showcasing Literacy in Kentucky Classrooms, our inaugural fall conference in partnership with the Kentucky Writing Project!

On Saturday, October 17, Zach will lead "Where History Lives: Anchoring Inquiry in Local Voices" and offer Kentucky educators practical ideas to take back to their classrooms.

Join us at Berea College for a full day of learning, connection, and celebration of literacy across the curriculum. Educators will earn 6 hours of professional development, and scholarships are available.

📅 October 17, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
📍 Berea College, MAC Building
💰 $150
Register: tinyurl.com/KWPEvents

We’re looking forward to learning from Zach and the incredible educators joining us from across Kentucky!

10/12/2026

We’re excited to invite K–12 teachers, school administrators, and education students to join us for Writing Our Common-Wealth: Showcasing Literacy in Kentucky Classrooms, a fall conference hosted by the Kentucky Writing Project and the Association for Teaching Black History in Kentucky at Berea College.

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
🕣 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
📍 Berea College, Margaret A. Cargill (MAC) Building
💵 $150, including lunch
🎓 Scholarships are available!

Together, we’ll explore practical and creative approaches to literacy, including:
How authentic writing experiences, music, visual arts, civic awareness, and cross-curricular collaboration can transform instruction and student learning
How low-stakes writing activities can encourage curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking
How to embed writing to learn, demonstrate learning, and publish throughout every unit or module

We’re also thrilled to welcome author and activist Willie Carver for a keynote and writing workshop.

Whether you’re currently teaching, leading a school, or preparing to enter the education profession, we hope you’ll join us for a day of learning, writing, and connecting with fellow educators.

Register: tinyurl.com/KWPEvents
Interested in a scholarship? Apply here: Scholarship Application (link in the comment section)
We’d love to see you there!💙

10/09/2026

Presenter Spotlight! ✨📚

We’re excited to welcome Shauna Murrey to Writing Our Common-Wealth: Showcasing Literacy in Kentucky Classrooms, our inaugural fall conference in partnership with the Kentucky Writing Project!

On Saturday, October 17, Shauna will lead “The Legacy Project: Who Inspires You to Change the World,” exploring inspiration, legacy, and the power of writing to make a difference.

Join us at Berea College for a full day of learning, connection, and celebration of literacy across the curriculum! Educators will earn 6 hours of professional development, and scholarships are available.

📅 October 17, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
📍 Berea College, Margaret A. Cargill (MAC) Building
💰 $150

🔗 Register today: tinyurl.com/KWPEvents

We’re looking forward to learning from Shauna Murrey and the incredible educators joining us from across Kentucky!

10/08/2026

✨ Black Kentuckians Spotlight: Georgia Davis Powers ✨

Georgia Davis Powers made history as the first Black person and first woman elected to the Kentucky State Senate. 🏛️✊🏽 She served for 21 years and dedicated her work to civil rights, fair housing, and equal employment.

Her legacy continues to inspire generations of Kentuckians. ❤️

10/05/2026

Presenter Spotlight!

We’re excited to welcome Ms. Stephanie Bellot-Donaldson to Writing Our Common-Wealth: Showcasing Literacy in Kentucky Classrooms, our inaugural fall conference in partnership with the Kentucky Writing Project!

On Saturday, October 17, Stephanie will lead "Writing Across the Curriculum and Vibrant Learning Experiences", exploring writing strategies for multilingual learners and offering Kentucky educators practical ideas to take back to their classrooms.

Join us at Berea College for a full day of learning, connection, and celebration of literacy across the curriculum. Educators will earn 6 hours of professional development, and scholarships are available.

📅 October 17, 2026

⏰ 8:30 AM–3:30 PM

📍 Berea College, MAC Building

💰 $150
Register: tinyurl.com/KWPEvents
Scholarships Available: https://forms.gle/qhX8AGcGwkfQ9JHM7

We’re looking forward to learning from Stephanie and the incredible educators joining us from across Kentucky!

10/01/2026

Our Black Kentuckian of the week: Alice Allison Dunnigan 🌟

Meet Alice Allison Dunnigan, a pioneering journalist, educator, and proud Kentuckian who broke barriers in journalism and helped preserve the history of Black Kentuckians. 📰📚✊🏾

Her story reminds us of the importance of telling, teaching, and preserving Black history. 💙

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10/01/2026

✨ Spelling Bee Recap! ✨

On September 28, we hosted a fun and exciting Spelling Bee in celebration of Literacy Month, in collaboration with the Black Cultural Center! 📚🐝

We had an amazing time celebrating literacy, community, and friendly competition. Congratulations to our three winners, who took home some well-deserved prizes! 🏆🎉

We also enjoyed snacks, drinks, and great company throughout the event. Thank you to everyone who came out, participated, and helped make this event so special! 💛

Stay tuned for more events and opportunities to connect with us. We hope to see you at the next one! ✨

09/29/2026

Join us at GRAC for an evening of storytelling and family fun on October 29th from 6-8 PM.

Bring a friend or bring the whole family to hear the former Kentucky Poet Laureate Frank X Walker read "A is for Affrilachia", talk about sharing our heritage through the stories that are passed down to and from us, and meet the author to get a signed copy of the book!

This free family event is generously sponsored by the Association for Teaching Black History in Kentucky.

05/05/2026

🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Montgomery County Students! 🌟

The Association for Teaching Black History in Kentucky is thrilled to present Camp SPARK, a dynamic summer day camp exclusively for students in grades 3–5 and 6–8 from Montgomery County Schools! This is a fantastic chance for young creatives to explore their talents, learn about diverse artists, and express themselves through various forms of art.

🗓 Dates: June 22–26, 2026 (6th–8th grade) / July 6–9, 2026 (3rd–5th grade)
📍 Location: Dubois Community Center
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💰 Cost: FREE!

At Camp SPARK, students will:
Create! Dive into storytelling, performance, and more.
Connect! Meet fellow young artists and make lasting friendships.
Travel! Explore the world of art and creativity.

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

Register now:

A Summer Arts Experience for Grades 3–8 In partnership with Berea College