Due to a later, arrival of ice, both in our mountain regions and in the city of Irvine, we have had to make the unprecedented decision to cancel school. Students that are on bus will be retuned back home. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
Excitement is building at West Irvine Elementary as they have started rehearsing for "The Lion King KIDS"! Through our Disney Musicals in Schools: Stage Connect grant, our 3rd through 5th graders are set to perform on May 14-16, 2026 on the auditorium stage at Estill County High School. We are grateful to the Stage Connect team, @Disney, and @DisneyonBroadway for this amazing opportunity for our talented students! #DisneyMusicalsInSchools
The Estill County School Board will have a special called board meeting, on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6PM. This is the replacement meeting for the one that had to be cancelled on January 15th. Here is the link for the live stream:
https://www.youtube.com/live/Rohx_60qWLk?si=w56PvSCv_PzY7gjp
https://www.youtube.com/live/Rohx_60qWLk?si=w56PvSCv_PzY7gjp
Dalton Watson (12th) and Matthew Terry (10th) showcase drinks prepared and then delivered to staff at ECHS.
Engineer Families - We are aware that tomorrow morning's temperatures will be extremely cold. To help keep students safe and comfortable, we have asked our bus drivers to take the necessary time to pause and wait for students, so they do not have to stand outside in the cold while waiting for the bus. Please be assured that our school buildings will be warm and ready to welcome students upon arrival. Thank you for your cooperation, and please ensure students are dressed warmly for the weather.
Engineer Families - We are aware that tomorrow morning’s temperatures will be extremely cold. To help keep students safe and comfortable, we have asked our bus drivers to take the necessary time to pause and wait for students, so they do not have to stand outside in the cold while waiting for the bus.
Please be assured that our school buildings will be warm and ready to welcome students upon arrival. Thank you for your cooperation, and please ensure students are dressed warmly for the weather.
Please be assured that our school buildings will be warm and ready to welcome students upon arrival. Thank you for your cooperation, and please ensure students are dressed warmly for the weather.
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 19, 2026, and all district buildings will be closed.
We hope you enjoy the long weekend.
We hope you enjoy the long weekend.
There will be no school in the Estill County school district for Thursday, January 15, 2026, due to hazardous road conditions in the mountainous areas of the county. This will be NTI day #6. Please stay safe and warm.
Joshua Osborne (9th) helps Rodney with repairing a primer bulb at D&J and then looks for options for grease to use on his Stihl.
Brenden Hughes (9th) and Jacob Williams (10th) return, check out, and enjoy reading time in the library.
The regularly scheduled Estill County School Board Meeting scheduled for January 15, 2026, has been cancelled. We will let you know the rescheduled date as soon as possible.
Joshua Osborne (9th) shows off dirty hands after a job well done during service learning during his internship in Caudill’s class to learn shop safety. Logan Lear (11th) and James Werner (12th) watch on and help under Caudill’s supervision.
Here is the link for public comments for the January 15, 2026 Estill County School Board meeting:
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Estill County Buses are running anwhere between 10-20 minutes behind schedule today. We appologize for thisinconvenience.
During today's service learning at The Coffee Shop, Dalton Watson (12th grade) and Matthew Terry (10th grade) worked hard to prepare cups and trays for the day's orders. They then delivered drinks to the ECHS staff with help from Ms. Tori Brooks.
Four of Mr. Brian Collier's students at ECHS were awarded in Frankfort, KY last night for their submissions to the 2026 Martin Luther King, Jr. Poetry, Visual Arts and Essay Contest. In the Essay category, Joshua Osborne and Brenden Hughes were awarded with honorable mentions, while Leighlan McAllister and Jacob Williams were awarded with honorable mentions from the Visual Arts Contest. Mr. Brian Collier was also recognized at the banquet for providing these opportunities for his class. The two students who were able to attend the banquet were Leighlan McAllister and Joshua Osborne. We are incredibly proud of our students and their mentor for representing our district, and it was heartwarming to see these young men celebrate their accomplishments with such pride.
Estill County Schools is applying for the 21st Century Grant. This grant can provide academic, acceleration, and enrichment opportunities for students after school and during the summer. The grant could also offer educational and engagement activities to parents and families.
Your input will help us offer the support that is needed in our schools and community! We want to gauge the level of needs in our community. Please take a moment to complete this anonymous survey.
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Estill County Schools is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Celita Eden as our new District Mental Health Counselor.
Dr. Eden brings many years of experience in both education and mental health, including classroom teaching, school counseling, virtual learning, and mental health therapy in private practice and public school settings. Her diverse background equips her to support students through a comprehensive, whole-child approach that prioritizes emotional well-being alongside academic success.
She earned her bachelor’s degree in Secondary English Education from Berea College and completed two master’s degrees at Eastern Kentucky University—one in School Counseling and one in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Dr. Eden later earned her doctorate in Counseling from Louisiana Baptist University.
In her role as District Mental Health Counselor for Estill County Schools, Dr. Eden is excited to collaborate with students, families, educators, and community partners to strengthen and expand mental health supports across the district. She is especially passionate about helping students develop the emotional skills necessary to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
In addition to her district role, Dr. Eden is involved in expanding access to community-based mental health services in Madison County, where she serves part-time as a mental health therapist supporting individuals and families throughout the region.
Dr. Eden lives on a farm in Berea with her husband, Darrel, along with their dog and cat.
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Eden to Estill County Schools!
Dr. Eden brings many years of experience in both education and mental health, including classroom teaching, school counseling, virtual learning, and mental health therapy in private practice and public school settings. Her diverse background equips her to support students through a comprehensive, whole-child approach that prioritizes emotional well-being alongside academic success.
She earned her bachelor’s degree in Secondary English Education from Berea College and completed two master’s degrees at Eastern Kentucky University—one in School Counseling and one in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Dr. Eden later earned her doctorate in Counseling from Louisiana Baptist University.
In her role as District Mental Health Counselor for Estill County Schools, Dr. Eden is excited to collaborate with students, families, educators, and community partners to strengthen and expand mental health supports across the district. She is especially passionate about helping students develop the emotional skills necessary to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
In addition to her district role, Dr. Eden is involved in expanding access to community-based mental health services in Madison County, where she serves part-time as a mental health therapist supporting individuals and families throughout the region.
Dr. Eden lives on a farm in Berea with her husband, Darrel, along with their dog and cat.
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Eden to Estill County Schools!
Here is the link to the January 8, 2026 - Special Called Estill County School Board Meeting live stream:
https://youtube.com/live/t9oR1m6GYWw?feature=share
https://youtube.com/live/t9oR1m6GYWw?feature=share
Dalton Watson (12th) and Matthew Terry (10th) prepare trays and cups for serving at The Coffee Shop and deliver drinks ordered by ECHS staff as part of their service learning hours for their Career Work Experience Course (CWEC).
