Boone County Schools honor long‑time teacher and highlight CTE, PBIS and awards
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Summary
The board recognized longtime teacher Yvonne Hempling Edwards as a Break‑the‑Mold award recipient, presented the Harry Cowherd award to Jalen Clark, highlighted family consumer science CTE pathways and announced Long Branch Elementary's PBIS gold recognition.
At the start of its Nov. 13 meeting, the Boone County Board of Education set aside time to honor employees and celebrate student programs.
Yvonne Hempling Edwards, a second‑grade teacher with decades of service, was recognized with the district’s Break‑the‑Mold award; former students and colleagues described her long‑term influence on students and staff. RA Jones first coordinator Jalen Clark received the 2025 Harry Cowherd award for excellence in family resource and youth services. Trustees and administrators also presented a CTE spotlight on family and consumer sciences at Ryle High School; presenters described renovated culinary labs, new equipment and student opportunities such as ServSafe certification and small‑business experience via after‑school food sales. Long Branch Elementary was commended for achieving PBIS gold recognition for its implementation of positive behavioral interventions and supports.
The recognitions underscored the board’s emphasis on staff retention, vocational education pathways and school climate improvements.
What happens next: The district will post photos and commendations to its records and continue the CTE series at future board meetings.