LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — One hundred Kentucky schools and early learning centers earned "Family Friendly Schools" certification in 2025, with several located in Fayette County where educators say the recognition helps them make families and community members genuine partners in learning.

The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence honored the family friendly schools on Monday, recognizing institutions that go beyond basic parent involvement to create true collaboration between schools and families.

At Tates Creek High School, Assistant Principal Jay Jones said the certification brings measurable benefits to students and the broader community.

"Increased attendance, social, emotional behavior, discipline," Jones explained. "Any time you have those close relationships with parents, it

See Full Page