Clark County Public Schools is proud to announce that Mr. Luke Toy has been selected as the new principal at George Rogers Clark High School!

Mr. Toy began his career in education in Clark County at Robert D. Campbell Junior High where he spent six years as a 7th & 8th grade science teacher. At RDC, he was involved in coaching baseball and softball, and he helped lead student and staff development projects, such as Project Lead the Way, The Leadership Challenge, and Sources of Strength. Mr. Toy has spent the last two years as the assistant principal at Mapleton Elementary and as an assistant principal at Montgomery County High School.

Mr. Toy has a myriad of professional and management experience prior to his time in education that brings a broad spectrum of skills to his administrative style. This includes a B.S. in Construction Engineering, an M.S. in Christian Ministries with an emphasis in Counseling, an M.A. in Teaching, and an M. A. in Educational Leadership. Mr. Toy has a strong sense of integrity, a servant’s heart, and a passion to instill value in each individual, ensuring that both students and staff can achieve at their highest level.

Mr. Toy stated, “It is an honor and a privilege to once again be able to serve the community of Clark County and to be a part of GRC. Clark County’s future is very bright, and I look forward to getting to know the staff and students better at GRC and to build on the foundation that has already been set. Together, with the support of our families, staff, and students, I believe the sky's the limit to what we are able to achieve.”

Congratulations Mr. Toy, and most importantly, GO CARDS!

Clark County Public Schools is proud to announce that Mr. Daren Snell has accepted the position of Director of Logistics and Student Support Services!

Having 24 years of experience in education, Mr. Snell began his career teaching math at Apollo High School in Owensboro while coaching baseball at Brescia College.  He went on to teach and coach baseball at Meade County High for eight years before moving to Winchester.  After coming to George Rogers Clark High School, Mr. Snell taught and assisted the baseball team for four years before being promoted to assistant principal at GRC in 2012.

Mr. Snell holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Kentucky Wesleyan College, a Master’s Degree from Western Kentucky University, and a Rank 1 in Administration from Eastern Kentucky University.

Mr. Snell resides in Winchester with his wife, Whitney.  They have three children, Haley, Nolan, and Layla.

“I’m grateful for my time at GRC, and I’m excited to get started in my new role serving the district and our students,” said Mr. Snell.

Congratulations, Mr. Snell, and Go Cards!

Clark County Public Schools would like to announce that Abby McCormick has accepted the position of Director of Special Education for our district! Ms. McCormick began her career as an exceptional child instructor in 2004, working with students with moderate and severe disabilities. After leaving the classroom in 2014, she became a Special Education Facilitator in Clark County. Most recently, she has served in the role of Director of Special Education in Menifee County and Montgomery County.

Abby resides in Mt. Sterling with her 7th grade daughter, Libby. "I am ecstatic to join the Clark County team once again. The opportunity to work with the current leaders across the district, as well as the amazing staff, students, and families is a wonderful opportunity." McCormick explained. "I can’t wait to get started and see what all we can do for our students as a team!

Welcome back to Clark County, Abby! Go Cards!

The Clark County Board of Education Special Meeting (Tentative Budget) will be on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. The primary meeting will be held at the Clark County Board of Education at 1600 W. Lexington Avenue, Winchester, KY.

The meeting is open to the public.

Attention CCPS families... Our district is once again offering free breakfast and lunch this summer! Please click here and/or call 859-595-0056 for more information.

Atención familias de CCPS... ¡Nuestro distrito una vez más ofrece desayuno y almuerzo gratis este verano! Haga clic aquí y/o llame al 859-595-0056 para obtener más información.

Clark County Public Schools would like to announce that Mrs. Megan Swart has accepted the position as Head Principal at Conkwright Elementary School! Megan started her career in education at Clark Middle School 16 years ago. She has worked at Baker Intermediate School, The Phoenix Academy, and has most recently been the assistant principal at Conkwright Elementary for the past three years.

She is married to Tom Swart, Assistant Principal at RDC, and together they have two children, Elayna and Jack. She is an active member in the community, and attends Calvary Christian Church.

“I am humbled and grateful to be chosen to lead our Colt family in this new role,” she said. “It’s my joy to work alongside our phenomenal staff and amazing students everyday. I look forward to seeing the continued growth we will achieve together."

Clark County Public Schools would like to announce that Mr. Jamie Keene has accepted the position of Director of Innovation and Alternative Programs for our district! Mr. Keene began his career in public education in 1993 as a Business Teacher in Pike County Schools. After four years teaching, he accepted a job as a general manager of a chemical company for eight years

Mr. Keene’s passion for education never left, and he returned to his alma mater, Phelps High School, to teach, coach, and serve as Athletic Director.  After three years, he accepted a position with the Kentucky Department of Education.  He worked there for two years, then was hired in 2010 as an Assistant Principal at George Rogers Clark High School.  In 2014, the National Association of Secondary School Principals named Mr. Keene Kentucky’s Assistant Principal of the Year.  He has spent the last thirteen years at GRC, with the last two years as Principal

“I have truly enjoyed my time at GRC, but I am also very excited about this opportunity to continue helping the students and staff of Clark County Public Schools in a different role,” Mr. Keene said.  “I am looking forward to working even more closely with our community and helping meet the needs of our staff and students across the entire district.

Congratulations, Mr. Keene!

The CCPS Nutrition Department is soliciting proposals from qualified firms experienced in the sales and installation of commercial kitchen equipment. If interested, please click this link to view a PDF with important information.

The Clark County Board of Education is seeking proposals from local CPA firms to audit financial statements of the Board for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. If you are interested in preparing a proposal for audit services, you may stop by the Board of Education at 1600 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, KY, to pick up a proposal packet or request a packet via email. Please contact Mrs. Aleisha Ellis, Director of Finance, at 859-744-4545, ext. 1060 for more information or questions. Proposals will be accepted at the Board of Education until Friday, April 7, 2023, by 4:00 P.M. EST.

The Clark County Board of Education is seeking proposals from financial institutions for primary depository services for the period of July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. A branch location must be in Winchester, KY. If you are interested in preparing a proposal for banking services, you may stop by the Clark County Board of Education office located at 1600 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, KY to pick up a proposal packet or request a packet via email. Please contact Mrs. Aleisha Ellis, Director of Finance/Treasurer, at 859-744-4545, ext. 1060 or aleisha.ellis@clark.kyschools.us for more information or questions. The Clark County Board of Education will accept proposals through Friday, April 7, 2023, by 4:00 P.M. EST.

The Clark County Board of Education is seeking proposals from financial institutions for investment of our operations account and current bond proceeds, which must be layered according to the construction draw schedule. If you are interested in preparing a proposal for investment services, you may stop by the Clark County Board of Education office located at 1600 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, KY to pick up a proposal packet or request a packet via email. Please contact Mrs. Aleisha Ellis, Director of Finance/Treasurer, at 859-744-4545, ext. 1060 or aleisha.ellis@clark.kyschools.us more information or questions. The Clark County Board of Education will accept proposals through Friday, April 7, 2023, by 4:00 P.M. EST.

Clark County Public Schools' Unaudited Annual Financial Statement and Vendor Summary for the FY2022 (July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022) is published on the CCPS Finance Dept. website, viewable at https://clarkschools.net/​en-US/finance-e2c3c77a/​reports-eb241dbe. A printed copy is available for viewing in the Finance Department located at the CCPS Board of Education office, 1600 W Lexington Ave, Winchester, KY 40391.