Educational Programs

Governor's Scholars Program

The Governor’s Scholars Program is a free, five-week summer residential program for outstanding high school students in Kentucky who are rising seniors. Visit https://gsp.ky.gov/about/Pages/default.aspx for more information or to apply.

JUNIORS ONLY

LEDA Scholars Program

A free five week Summer Institute at Princeton University! A program that empowers a community of exceptional young leaders from under-resourced backgrounds by supporting their higher education and professional success in order to create a more inclusive and equitable country.  

Visit https://ledascholars.org/our-program/leda-scholars-program/ for more information or to apply. 

JUNIORS ONLY

Youth Salute

The purpose of this program is to honor high school juniors in your community who maintain a high scholastic average and have demonstrated leadership ability. Visit https://www.centralky.youthsalute.com/ for more information or to apply. 

JUNIORS ONLY

Youth Leadership Program

This program is in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce. Once a month, those selected to be a part of this program, will attend a field trip where they explore new careers and network with members of the community. Throughout the course of the year these students are learning unique leadership skills that will set them up for success! 

JUNIORS ONLY

Governor's School for Entrepreneurs

Give it all you've got for three weeks. Develop entrepreneurial skills, make connections, and transform your life whether you head to college, start a business, or both. 

Visit https://kentuckygse.com/ for more information or to apply. 

9th-11th graders are eligible to apply. 

Governor's School for the Arts

A tuition-free residential summer program for passionate and talented youth artist from across the Commonwealth.  The application window is from October 5 through January 14.  Visit https://www.kentuckyperformingarts.org/education/governors-school-for-the-arts  for more information or to apply. 

10th and 11th graders are eligible to apply. 

Upward Bound

Youth Ambassador Program

A non-partisan, educational experience designed for high school students who reside within KY's Sixth Congressional District. The conference provides a unique opportunity for students to hear directly from KY leaders, while also serving as an ambassador to their school. Visit https://barr.house.gov/youth-ambassador-program for more information or to apply. 

Early Graduation Program

​​​​​​​​​​KRS 158.142 establishes the Early Graduation Program (EGP), an optional program in which a student may receive a high school diploma, Early Graduation Certificate and scholarship award upon successful completion of all program requirements in three (3) academic years or less.

Craft Academy

​​​​​​​​​​The Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics is a residential academy for academically exceptionally gifted high school juniors and seniors. The Craft Academy provides students with a postsecondary residential experience to complete their junior and senior high school years by enrolling in college courses.