This appointment will be effective until the November 2027 regular election. The Carroll County Board of Education has 60 days to select a person to fill the vacancy or the Kentucky Department of Education will appoint a representative.
Responsibilities include:
Setting policy to govern the district
Hiring/evaluating the superintendent
Levying taxes
Adopting the district budget
Board members must:
Be at least 24 years old and a Kentucky citizen for the last three years
Be a registered voter in District 1
Have completed the 12th grade or have a GED certificate
Meet all other legal qualifications (KRS 160.180)
Complete required annual in-service training.
Applications are available at the Carroll County Board of Education. Mail applications to: Superintendent, ATTN: Board Vacancy, 813 Hawkins St., Carrollton, KY 41008.
Kentucky is experiencing a measles outbreak with 170 confirmed cases as of October 16, 2026. Measles, a highly contagious illness, can be prevented by receiving the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccination.
The Kentucky Department for Public Health has confirmed cases in Carroll County, but there are none in Carroll County Schools. Measles symptoms include a high fever, cough, runny nose, red or watery eyes and a rash. Please be mindful of these symptoms before sending children to school. Kentucky measles information is available at this link: Kentucky Measles Dashboard
Some general information to consider:
‣ Kentucky currently has 170 confirmed cases of measles in Kentucky.
‣Measles is highly contagious. Exposure can occur simply by being in the same area, such as a gym, as someone with measles.
‣Two MMR doses are recommended for full vaccination.
‣If someone is exposed and is not fully vaccinated, they may need to remain home and be monitored for 21 days. We can offer home hospital services during this time if appropriate.
‣A healthcare provider can order a test to check immunity.
‣After exposure, a child may be able to receive an additional MMR dose if at least 30 days have passed since the previous dose.
Carroll County Schools is celebrating progress on the Kentucky Summative Assessment test across all schools.
We’re proud to showcase our student accomplishments, including:
Cartmell Elementary moved out of TSI (Targeted Support and Improvement) status. It has been a TSI school for the past two years and has required intensive state and federal support.
Carroll County Middle School received a blue rating, the highest rating, for progress in English language proficiency.
Carroll County High School received a blue rating, the highest rating, for postsecondary readiness. They scored 14% higher than the state.
Carroll County High School increased from an orange to a yellow rating for their overall score, moving from low performance to medium performance.
Reading scores at all three school testing levels - elementary, middle and high - showed an increase in the number of students who are performing at proficient and distinguished levels.
“We will continue to celebrate growth and focus on what our students need to be successful,” said Carroll County Schools Superintendent Dr. Robin Stephenson. However, the vision for Carroll County Schools goes beyond test scores.
“I want the schools in our community to be the most inviting places in town; places where students enjoy coming each day, families feel welcome, and community members are proud to visit,” Stephenson said, emphasizing that everyone should know they are welcome in Carroll County Schools’ buildings. “That kind of environment doesn't happen by accident. It comes from the way we treat one another, the relationships we build, the opportunities we provide, and the care we show our students, staff, and families every day.”
Staff and administrators continue to work together to make improvements that will benefit our students. More information on KSA results can be found at this link: https://reportcard.kyschools.us/
Jorge Avila, Sebastian Guttierez and Daniel Martinez were all named to the All-District Tournament Team.
Congratulations Panthers!
Lady Panthers Jocelinne Rodriguez, Britani Alvarez and Brooklyn Rose were named to the All-District Tournament team. Goalkeeper Bailey Rose was named the tournament MVP.
Congratulations to the Lady Panthers!
Their regional contest date and time will be announced soon.
Principal David Craig and School Resource Officer David Trimble immediately investigated the report and located an empty airsoft BB gun in the student’s vehicle. The item was confiscated, and school officials are addressing the matter.
Carroll County Schools Superintendent Dr. Robin Stephenson praised the student who reported the concern, emphasizing the importance of speaking up when something does not seem right.
“It takes courage to report something like this,” Stephenson said. “We encourage students to tell a trusted school employee or law enforcement officer if they see something that concerns them.”
Stephenson also encouraged parents to talk with their children about reporting safety concerns and to remain aware of what their students bring to school.
“Transparency is important to Carroll County Schools. The safety of our staff and students always remains a priority,” Stephenson said.
Help us celebrate this week’s GOATs, Ms. Adair and Ms. Walls! Thank you for all you do for our students and school community. We appreciate you both! 🐾
#CCHS #PantherPride
Stay tuned for photo updates on their progress!
‼️Schedule Change!‼️
The boys' and girls' District Soccer Championship games will now both be played on Thursday, October 15.
The CCHS Lady Panthers and Henry County Lady Wildcats will compete at 6 p.m.
The CCHS Panthers and Gallatin County Wildcats will compete at 8 p.m.
All games are played at Gallatin County High School. Tickets are $8 per person and may be purchased at the gate with cash, card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay or purchased in advance at this link. https://gallatinky.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/888/571/False/True
📚CCHS BOOK FAIR IS COMING!📚
Mark your calendars! The CCHS Book Fair will be here next week, October 19–23 in the CCHS Library! 🐾
Come find your next favorite read and check out all the great books available!
💳 All forms of payment accepted!
If weather allows, practice will occur on the baseball field at CCHS. If it does not, practice will be in the conditioning center. Practice is every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Players can wear cleats on the field, but only tennis shoes are allowed in the conditioning center.
All players must have a current sports physical in order to participate.
The Carroll County Lady Panthers soccer team is competing for the District Championship tomorrow, October 14! Take a trip to Gallatin County High School and support our student athletes as they take the pitch at 7 p.m.
Tickets are $8 per person. They can be purchased at the gate with cash, card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or Samsung Pay or you can purchase them using this link: Buy tickets here
The game is also available via live stream at this link: Hudl Livestream
The girls' District All-Tournament team will be announced at the conclusion of the game.
Good Luck Panthers!! 🖤💛
(Graphic courtesy of Ms. Austin.)
Carroll County Schools will participate in the Kentucky Incentives for Prevention (KIP) Survey on Nov. 4, giving students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12 an opportunity to anonymously share their experiences and perspectives.
The KIP Survey is an important source of information about the issues affecting Kentucky students, including mental health, substance use, social media and other areas that can impact students’ well-being and success.
Most importantly, the information gathered through the survey will help Carroll County Schools better understand the needs of our students and guide prevention and support efforts.
“This is one true way that students can anonymously convey their needs to us, and we take this data and genuinely do something with it,” said CCHS counselor Laura Beth Neff. “The sole purpose of the survey is to gather data so we can proactively address the needs of our students.”
Participation requires parent/guardian permission. Permission forms will be sent home and will also be available electronically. A link is available at the end of this story. Because the survey is designed to provide meaningful data about our students, participation is especially important.
“The biggest component is that, in order for this data to be usable and helpful, we need the most participation we can get,” Neff said.
The survey is anonymous and is not connected to a student’s school account. Students will complete the survey during the school day on Nov. 4, and it should take approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
Parents and guardians who would like to review the survey questions before giving permission may do so by requesting a copy at the middle or high school front office.
More information and reminders about the KIP Survey will be shared with families in the coming weeks. Anyone with questions or needing more information should contact Jeaneen Crutcher at jeaneen.crutcher@carroll.kyschools.us.
Please use these links to access the parent information and permission slips:
English: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UhomsAyLWWowEE6Mkqx_lHKQnxdrakY3/view?usp=sharing
Spanish: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GpdpbH8PfuKG1uRTQY68rno6eo-3bPnV/view?usp=sharing
The CCHS Panthers and Lady Panthers soccer teams will compete in the District Tournament this week. The Panthers take the field tonight at 8 p.m. in a match against Owen County. The Lady Panthers will play Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. against the winner of the Henry and Owen County game. All tournament games will be played at Gallatin County High School.
Tickets are $8 per person and can be purchased at this link: https://gallatinky.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/888/571/False/True
Cash, card, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay are also accepted at the gate.
A livestream link is available here: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ky/warsaw/organization/23966/gallatin-county-high-school/watch?ib=4612053
Come out and support our student athletes this week!
Great news for our seniors! Any student who applies to a college during CCHS College Application Day will have a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship from KHEAA! 💰
This is a great opportunity to get help with your FAFSA, send transcripts, and apply to a college or trade school with support from our counselors and college representatives.
📅 Friday, October 16
📍 CCHS Library Media Center
Be sure to sign up for a time using the link below!
🔗 CCHS College Application Day Reservation
https://forms.gle/oZpxrFuMPaYWnyxo9
We hope to see you there! 💛🖤
