Good news for East Carter High School seniors in the Class of 2026 — a new scholarship opportunity is now officially open.
The Kentucky Educational Development Corporation, also known as KEDC, has launched its annual scholarship, giving graduating seniors a chance to earn help toward their next step after high school. At least one $2,500 scholarship will be awarded to a qualifying student.
This opportunity is open to seniors who plan to continue their education after graduation, whether that’s at a two-year or four-year college, or through a technical or vocational program. KEDC says the scholarship is designed to support students pursuing a wide range of career paths, not just traditional college degrees.
Counselors at East Carter High School are encouraging seniors to check their Class of 2026 Google Classroom, where full details, eligibility guidelines, and the scholarship application are already available. That classroom will be the main hub for information, so students should make sure they’re checking it regularly.
The deadline to apply is April 1st, 2026, which gives students some time — but counselors stress that it’s a good idea to start early, especially with essays or recommendation materials that may be required.
For seniors weighing what comes next after graduation, this scholarship is another reminder that there are resources out there to help make those plans possible.
Again, the KEDC Scholarship is now open to East Carter High School’s Class of 2026, with applications and details available through Google Classroom, and a deadline of April 1st.
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In more school news: parents of Carter County students in grades seven through twelve are being asked to take a few moments to return an important consent form connected to the Pathfinder student survey.
School officials say returning the form is important even if you choose not to allow your child to participate. Every response helps give the community a clearer picture of student needs across Carter County.
The Pathfinder survey itself is completely anonymous. No student names are collected, and all results are grouped together. That information is then used to help guide future decisions that impact local students and families.
According to school leaders, the data gathered from the survey plays a key role in expanding after-school and summer programs, growing STEM and career pathways like the 1ST2FLY aviation initiative, and improving access to arts, recreation, and outdoor opportunities. It also helps community partners better support students’ overall quality of life.
Officials stress that the more forms that are returned, the better the data — and ultimately, the better the outcomes for kids across the county.
Parents of students at East Carter Middle School and West Carter Middle School can find the consent forms online through the Carter County Schools website. Links are available directly through each school’s page, making it quick and easy to review and respond.
Again, parents are encouraged to return the Pathfinder survey consent form, regardless of their decision, to help ensure future programs and opportunities are built around the real needs of Carter County students.
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The Carter County Health Department is once again offering its annual continuing education classes for septic system installers, with two opportunities coming up early in 2026.
Installers can choose to attend either Friday, January 30th, or Friday, February 20th. Both classes will be held in the community room at the Carter County Health Department on Robert and Mary Avenue in Grayson, and will begin at 9:30 that morning.
The cost to attend is 50 dollars, and advance registration is required. Those interested are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible by contacting Henry Sturgill or Jeff Barker at the Health Department.
Again, that’s the annual septic installer continuing education class, offered January 30th or February 20th, through the Carter County Health Department.