Every story begins somewhere. Sometimes, it begins with a memory. Sometimes, it begins with an old photograph, a handful of marbles, or a pair of baby shoes. And sometimes, it begins with the courage to share a piece of yourself with someone else. In Mrs. Tara Prewitt’s creative writing classroom at Corbin High School, students spent nine weeks discovering that stories can come from almost anywhere—and that the words they write have the power to connect people in unexpected w

A conversation might seem like a small thing. A question asked. An answer shared. A common interest discovered. But sometimes, the simplest conversations create the strongest connections. In Mr. Jonathan Goodin’s Level II Spanish classroom at Corbin High School, students are discovering just how much can happen when they step outside their comfort zones and find the words to connect with someone else. During a recent classroom activity, students partnered with a variety of cl

Strong communication begins with a willingness to listen—and a genuine desire to understand others. At Corbin School of Innovation, Clara Nunn and Piper Doctor put that belief into action by conducting school-wide empathy interviews designed to capture the thoughts, experiences, and perspectives of their fellow students. As they interviewed students across different age groups, Clara and Piper thoughtfully adjusted their communication styles to connect with each person. They

Sometimes, a big difference begins with a simple idea—and the courage to share it. For Jackson Lowe, an eighth-grade student at Corbin Middle School, that idea began at 11:57. Speaking to his eighth-grade classmates while campaigning for Student Council, Jackson opened with a time his audience immediately recognized: just minutes before lunch. He used the familiar experience of finding a place to sit at lunch to illustrate how even small ideas can make a meaningful difference

When Campbell Gardner, a freshman at Corbin High School, stepped before the Corbin Independent Board of Education at its October meeting, she had a message to share about two standards of the Redhound Way: Work Ethic and Communication. Her story, however, was about much more than two competencies. It was about the power of showing up, the courage to grow, and the possibilities that emerge when students push themselves beyond what they once thought possible. For Campbell, work

Excellence isn’t achieved in a single moment. It’s built through hard work, dedication, and the commitment to give your best in everything you do. Corbin High School’s Trey Person is a shining example of what it means to live out the Redhound Way. Recently named the SOAR Inspires Student-Athlete of the Year, presented by KCTCS, Trey has earned recognition for the excellence he demonstrates both in the classroom and in competition. As a three-sport athlete, Trey competes in fo

Sometimes, the most meaningful learning happens when students have the chance to build something of their own. At the Corbin Educational Center, students are doing just that with the launch of their new student-run T-shirt shop. What began as an idea is becoming an opportunity for students to put their creativity to work, learn the ins and outs of running a business, and see what’s possible when an idea meets determination. Fulfilling small orders takes more than a good desig

At Corbin Preschool Center, learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. Sometimes, it comes with flashing lights, a fire truck, and a few very special community heroes! During Fire Safety Month, our littlest Redhounds had the opportunity to learn alongside members of the Corbin Fire Department. Through this community partnership, students explored fire safety, learned how to stay safe, and met the people who work every day to protect our community. For our preschoolers, this

The first day of October brought a new focus for The Redhound Way at Corbin Middle School as eighth graders began exploring Communication through their morning meeting. Principal Mr. Evan Robinson helped set the stage by first highlighting last month's Redhound Way competency: Work Ethic. Through Redhound Shout Outs, students were recognized for demonstrating strong work ethic and were reminded that the choices they make each day reflect who they are as Redhounds. From there,

The sharks were ready. The pitches were polished. And the lemonade was flowing. Corbin Elementary fifth graders recently put their economics knowledge—and their communication skills—to the test as they transformed their classroom into a Shark Tank-style competition. As part of their social studies unit on economics, students have been learning about concepts such as interdependence, opportunity cost, and incentives. To put those ideas into action, students worked in teams to