accept a familiar mission.  In     August of 2004, the Kentucky School of Craft began offering classes in this newly renovated structure.  In 2054, we’ll still be celebrating the success of people that pass through those arches.                       Congratulations Knott County.

   In 1930, the community of    Hindman, KY dedicated a new school building whose mission was to the education of the young   people of Knott County.                  A beautiful native stone structure, the building became a proud     reminder of dreams and hard work for each graduating class.  The ornately forged iron gates that graced the north and west         entrances swung wide for over 45 years as students passed through the arches one last time and took their places in life as successful teachers, business owners,       employees, mothers, fathers and community members. Those graduating from Hindman High School will always remember the

chilling breezes blowing from the courtyard as they changed classes; the not-so-sure feeling, descending the stairs to the     bathrooms; or the thrill of watching the 1943 basketball team fight its way to the state championship.

   Yes, it is a beautiful building and a monument to the students, teachers and principals that called it home for so many years.  And now, this proud, old, structure is standing tall once again- ready to heed the call for education.  The dreams of a new group of students are becoming a reality inside its walls.  This school building, which has been a monument to          education in Knott County, will now

KSoC Spring Registration - Call now for information!

   Courses in two dimensional     design, beginning and intermediate jewelry/metalsmithing, wood, and art history will be offered at the   Kentucky School of Craft.  Day, evening, and weekend classes are available.  Academic advising for

the Spring semester begins        November 1 and registration will begin November 15 for continuing students.  Any HCTC student can register for classes at the School of Craft.  New students will need to complete an application for        

admission.  Students are invited to contact the Kentucky School of Craft at 800-246-7521, ext 73410 or any branch campus of Hazard  Community & Technical College.

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Volume 1, Issue 1

The Gateway 

 

- Special Dedication Issue-

Kentucky School of Craft

Dedication Ceremony

October 21, 2004, 10:00 a.m.

 

Inside this issue:

A Landmark Building for a Landmark Program

The Kentucky School of Craft