Newport Independent Schools
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Newport Independent Schools
301 E. Eighth Street
Newport, KY 41071
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- Phone:
- (859) 292-3001
- Fax:
- 859.292.3073
- Website:
- http://www.newportwildcats.org/
The origins of Newport’s public schools began with the Newport Academy. In 1797 the Kentucky legislature passed a law offering an endowment of 6000 acres to any county desiring an academy. On February 12, 1798, James Taylor convinced the Campbell County Court to apply for the grant to finance a school at Newport. The legislature chartered the Newport Academy in 1799 and created a twelve-man board of trustees to manage its affairs.
A landmark endeavor, the Newport Academy was one of the earliest schools chartered west of Pittsburgh. In fact the Academy preceded the use of any public funds for education in Cincinnati by sixteen years.
The Academy, was “public” in that it utilized public funds in its building, and was open to all (free white) residents. However, the Newport Academy did charge a tuition, which certainly limited its access.
“Newport Academy – The Academy of Newport will commence on the first of April, in which will be taught reading, writing and arithmetic, at eight dollars per annum; also the English grammar, the dead Languages, the following branches of mathematics, viz. geometry, astronomy, measuration of superficies and solids; also logic, rhetoric, book keeping & at four pounds per annum.
Superintendent's Message:
Our schools are well maintained, safe and boast some of the finest facilities in the region; our teachers are highly-qualified and dedicated to their students; our support staffs are second to none, and our students are bright and ready for the challenge of higher expectations.
In July 2004 we embarked on developing our five year plan for improvement. The development of our strategy has been driven by a fact-based approach. All components of our school system were audited by outside experts to provide us with a clear, unbiased inventory of our strengths and weaknesses. We also consulted with leading academics to identify the key evidence-based strategies that will drive academic improvement.
We have solidified our relationships with the City of Newport, our county and state elected officials, local businesses, agencies, community groups and institutes of higher education. Through partnerships with each of these groups, we have significantly expanded our district’s resources and base of expertise.
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