When most students in the Elliott County
School District think of “science” and “fun,” they automatically think of the Kuehner’s. Most
recently, Alan and Nancy Kuehner donated enough NASA-approved eclipse
viewing glasses that EVERY student and staff member in the District would be
able to safely view the historic total eclipse of the sun on August 21.
Additionally, they held assemblies to teach students the significance of
the eclipse and the importance of protecting your vision while viewing this
once in a lifetime event.
The couple’s involvement in school activities are too
numerous to capture all of them, but include making (and eating!) ice cream
using liquid nitrogen, building robots, building lamps for every 6th grade student to take home with
them, making hot air balloons, hosting summer science camps, firing rockets—making
science enjoyable, while teaching underlying science concepts. To learn more about these activities, and the
phenomenal couple who make them possible, visit the Science Fun, Inc. website
at www.science-fun.org. Science Fun, Inc. is a 501(c)(3)
nonprofit and all donations directly benefit educational activities for
students in eastern Kentucky.
“Elliott County Schools”
is a monthly newsletter published by the Elliott County Board of Education.
"Opportunities are always at our fingertips. Taking advantage
of these opportunities provides a clear path to success for our students. In the
Elliott County Schools, students reach out to take advantage of the educational
opportunities every day. The focus of the newsletter is to follow these
stepping-stones to success. Our students personally experience; inspiration, knowledge,
precision, competitive spirit, and the exhilaration of success in school as well
as their personal life. We hope you enjoy “Elliott County Schools” and
celebrate the success of our students throughout the community. "
John Williams past Superintendent of Schools