News and Updates
Jenna’s Mission
Each day in partner public schools across southeastern Kentucky, a team of approximately 20 AmeriCorps members with our math intervention program work with students to …
In A Mother’s Words
Hindman Settlement School’s Dyslexia Intervention Program services children and families from across the region through school-based, after-school, and summer tutoring programs to help remove the …
Mountain Sprouts: Patience & Growth
This week, something truly special happened with the Mountain Sprouts program. We celebrated a major milestone in showing kids just how amazing it can be …
Dumplin’s & Dancin’ 2024: A weekend of Appalachian Flavor, Fun, and Do-Si-Doing
We danced, we dined, and we had a ball! This year’s Dumplin’s & Dancin’ weekend was all about celebrating every Appalachian tradition that we love; …
Restoring Hope: How AmeriCorps NCCC is Rebuilding Trails and Preserving History in Knott County
This update was prepared by Sarah Insalaco, Flood Recovery Archivist. National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC), an initiative under AmeriCorps, has been a cornerstone in the United …
Ironwood Art Show
Last month we celebrated another literary program first. We held an art show and public reading for our Ironwood Writers Studio students! Students, families, and supporters …
United Through Service
This update was prepared by Grace Fisher, Member Support Coordinator. There are many holidays in the United States that AmeriCorps members take on as special …
Board Spotlight: Jenny Williams
We are pleased to share that local professor and community leader Jenny Williams has been appointed to Hindman Settlement School’s Board of Directors. Meet JENNY …
47th Appalachian Writers’ Workshop
Late last month we celebrated our 47th annual Appalachian Writers’ Workshop with about 100 faculty, staff, guests, and students coming to campus from across the …
Celebrating Service
In late July, our team of AmeriCorps members came together for an end-of-year celebration in Corbin, Kentucky. Over the past year, 43 dedicated individuals completed …
Spotlight on Summer School
Our 43rd annual Dyslexia Summer Tutoring Program concluded on July 12 after five weeks of intensive instruction in reading, math, and writing alongside special sessions …
133rd NSDAR Continental Congress Contributions
We here at the Settlement School are extremely humbled and appreciative of the outpouring of generosity shown to us by the National Society Daughters of …
Third Annual Ironwood
Late in June we held our 3rd annual Ironwood Writers Studio, a week-long residency for high school students interested in creative writing. Students stayed on …
Troublesome Rising: An Evening of Art & Activism at The Southgate House Revival
Troublesome Rising: An Evening of Art & Activism will take place on September 7 at The Southgate House Revival in Newport. The event will celebrate …
Untelling: Issue 1 Releasing
Our first issue of Untelling, the new literary and arts magazine, is on its way to the printers! Untelling will come out twice a year, in …
Wendy’s Wish
Each day in partner public schools across southeastern Kentucky, a team of approximately 40 ReadingCorps tutors work with students to teach fundamental reading skills. As …
Thacker Named Dyslexia Program Director
Kayla Thacker’s involvement with Hindman Settlement School’s dyslexia intervention program began in the early 2000’s when she accepted a role as a tutor with our …
Settlement Awarded $1M to Support Literacy & Math Initiatives
AmeriCorps and Serve Kentucky, the federal and state agencies for national service and volunteerism, have awarded Hindman Settlement School two grants totaling $1,014,084 supporting new and existing initiatives. …
Growing Together – Increased Participation with Grow Appalachia
Let’s boast about the amazing turnout we had at our April Grow Appalachia meeting! Over 50 participants showed up, ready to get their hands on …
Student Success: Joah
The roots of the Settlement’s dyslexia intervention program can be traced back to after-school tutoring. At that time, parents gathered together on our campus to teach …
Fisher Honored During 2024 Governor’s Service Award Ceremony
Gov. Andy Beshear recognized exceptional volunteerism and service contributions at the 28th Annual Governor’s Service Awards located at The Foundry in Frankfort. “Today, we recognize …
Volunteers: The Unsung Heroes of Archive Recovery
This archive update was prepared by Sarah Insalaco, Flood Recovery Archivist. In the world of preserving historical treasures, volunteers often stand as the unsung heroes, dedicating …
Echoes of Ireland: Irish Dance Residency in Knott County
Over 360 Knott County students took an imaginary adventure to Ireland this past week when award winning Irish dancer, Allison Duvall, danced through their schools! …
Connecting the Dots – Networking for Community Growth
We weathered through January and February’s cold temperatures, but they brought plenty of activities for farmers and foodways enthusiasts across our region. This season stands …
Hindman at ASA
In early March, staff Rebecka Fugate, Sarah Insalaco, and Melissa Helton attended the annual Appalachian Studies Association Conference. This year ASA was hosted by Western …
