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Goodwill Industries of Kentucky has become the first statewide employer to join the Kentucky Community and Technical College System's Education First Employer network! This initiative recognizes companies that support employees pursuing higher education through tuition benefits, flexible scheduling, and competitive wages. By partnering with KCTCS and Family Scholar House, Goodwill enhances its commitment to workforce development, providing invaluable support to employees and clients seeking educational advancement. This collaboration aims to create more opportunities for Kentuckians to "earn and learn," providing a stronger, more skilled workforce across the Commonwealth. To learn more about the Education First Employer initiative and view a list of participating companies, visit https://bit.ly/45iGTqm. #EducationFirst #WorkforceDevelopment #GoodwillKY #KCTCS

???? KCTCS was proud to be part of the KHSAA Girls’ Sweet 16, supporting Kentucky’s top athletes as they compete for the championship! As Kentucky’s largest provider of higher education and workforce training, we’re here to help students take their next big shot—whether it’s in college, a career, or beyond. Congratulations to Sacred Heart Academy of Louisville on their fifth consecutive win!?? #KCTCS #KHSAA #GirlsSweet16 #WeAreKY

KCTCS Workforce Solutions Spotlight: Last week our very own Khyla Smithers received the Changemaker in College Prep & The Future of Work award at this year's Salesforce Summit Awards. Khyla leads our systemwide efforts to collect and maintain data on our business partnerships. Her effort advances workforce education and empowers learners to succeed by leveraging external partnerships. We are proud of her recognition and look forward to deepening our business partnerships through data-driven approaches. KCTCS Workforce Solutions #EDUSummit25

Goodwill Industries of Kentucky has partnered with KCTCS to create life-changing opportunities for Kentuckians! This partnership is all about empowering individuals through education, job training, and career advancement, helping them build brighter futures. This partnership is creating real opportunities—watch as Brittanie Bogard, a KCTCS student and Goodwill program participant, shares her story and explores what this collaboration means for students like her. Watch now: https://bit.ly/41IlQwI #GoodwillIndustries #KCTCS #EducationForAll #FutureReady #TransformingLives

??Spring enrollment at KCTCS is up 7%, with huge gains in credential-seeking students, workforce training, and adult learners!?? ? 71,849 students enrolled – an increase of 4,748 students! ? Credential-seeking students up 14.1% ? Workforce & nondegree students up 9% ? Adult learners (25+) up 9.8% – now making up 30.5% of total enrollment! This growth is a testament to our students, faculty, staff, and recruiters who make KCTCS the best choice for affordable, high-quality education! ???? Read more at: https://bit.ly/3XXMBw9 #KCTCSProud #SpringEnrollment #WorkforceDevelopment

??We're Hiring! KCTCS is Looking for an HR Partner!?? Human Resources Partner II - https://bit.ly/3XPnOub If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in education, we encourage you to apply for one of these positions. #KCTCSJobs #HRJobs #NowHiring

Great news for students across Kentucky! Western Kentucky University and KCTCS have reaffirmed a vital agreement that enhances transfer opportunities for students seeking four-year degrees. Through this partnership, students at all 16 KCTCS colleges will benefit from automatic transfer scholarships of up to $4,000, along with dedicated support from the WKU Transfer Center to ensure a seamless transition. Read more: https://bit.ly/4klCZEZ #HigherEd #StudentSuccess #TransferOpportunities #WKU #KCTCS

Congratulations to Madisonville Community College on receiving the 2025 Bellwether Award in Workforce Development for From Coal to Careers – The Lisman Workforce Complex! ??? ?? MCC was also recognized as a Bellwether Award finalist for Bridging Gaps in Skilled Trades: MCC’s Credential Lattice and Workforce Initiative, further demonstrating their commitment to innovation in education. Kudos to the faculty, staff, and partners who made this incredible achievement possible!

Throughout February, KCTCS colleges hosted a variety of events honoring the history, culture, and contributions of Black Americans. While there were many impactful programs across the system, here are just a few highlights: ?? Madisonville Community College held its 31st Annual Voices program, featuring an incredible performance by Marshae Hopson and a powerful Kentucky Humanities Council Chautauqua presentation of John G. Fee: Abolitionist, portrayed by Obadiah Ewing-Roush. ?? West Kentucky Community and Technical College organized a dynamic lineup of events, culminating in a special "Bridging to the Future" week from February 24-28, focused on history, achievements, and community connections. ?? Owensboro Community and Technical College partnered with the Owensboro Community Remembrance Project and NAACP Branch 3107 to host a Black History Month Film Festival, including a special screening and filmmaker discussion on February 18. These are just a few of the many ways our colleges honored Black History Month. Thank you to everyone who made these events possible and to all who participated. Let’s continue to celebrate, learn, and uplift voices—not just in February, but all year long! #BlackHistoryMonth #KCTCS #HonoringHistory #CelebratingCulture

KCTCS is proud to announce a remarkable 3.6% increase in our 6-year completion rates over the past year! This improvement ranks us 4th among community colleges nationwide, a testament to our dedication to fostering student success and achievement! #KCTCSProud