Covington Independent Public Schools

Joyce Murphy is the vice president of the Covington Education Foundation.

As of September 30, 2024, Joyce Murphy did not have a website or any information online.

As of August 20, 2024, Joyce Murphy did not have a website or any information online.

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Courtney grew up in Erlanger, Kentucky.  She earned her bachelor’s degree in Human Geography from the University of Kentucky. She currently lives in Peaselburg and is married with 3 children. 

Courtney Barlow-Schulte currently works as a development and communications director for The Center for Great Neighborhoods. She previously worked as a director of fund development for Working In Neighborhoods (WIN), a manager for Cincinnati Art Museum, and a donation center coordinator for Dress for Success Cincinnati. 

As of September 30, 2024, Courtney Barlow-Schulte’s website did not contain information on this issue.

As of August 20, 2024, Courtney Barlow-Schulte’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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As of September 30, 2024, Glenda Huff did not have a website or any information online.

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Glenda Huff is a board of education member in the Covington Independent School District. She was first elected in 2020 and is in her first term. 

As of August 20, 2024, Glenda Huff did not have a website or any information online.

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Supports closing 9th District Elementary School and moving its students and staff to Glenn O. Swing and Latonia Elementary Schools.

As a board of education member, supported building a new softball field at Glenn O. Swing Elementary School.

- Supports closing 9th District Elementary School and moving its students and staff to Glenn O. Swing and Latonia Elementary Schools.
- As a board of education member, supported building a new softball field at Glenn O. Swing Elementary School.

As a board of education member, supported a 4% pay increase for all full-time staff.

- As a board of education member, supported a 4% pay increase for all full-time staff.

Glenda Huff

As of September 30, 2024, Michelle Williams did not have a website or any information online.

City says ‘farewell,’ thanks Commissioner Williams for service

Michelle Williams previously served as a member on the Covington Board of Commissioners . She served 4 terms from 2012 to 2022.

As of August 20, 2024, Michelle Williams did not have a website or any information online.

Supported The Crown Act, which is a piece of legislation aimed at prohibiting discrimination based on hair texture and hairstyles.

- Supported The Crown Act, which is a piece of legislation aimed at prohibiting discrimination based on hair texture and hairstyles.

Michelle Williams

Stephen earned his bachelor’s degree in architecture from the University of Virginia, and a master's degree in architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. 
He currently lives in Covington, Kentucky and is married with children. 

Stephen currently works as vice president for KZF Design. He previously worked as a senior architect for Parkhill, Smith & Cooper. 


Stephen Gastright is a board of education member in the Covington Independent School District. He was elected in 2020 and is serving his 1st term. 

As of August 20, 2024, Stephen Gastright’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes declining enrollment is a symptom of declining trust in the district and said, "The remedy is a type of refreshing transparency where we clearly state what our goals for our students and community are and show our progress."

- Believes declining enrollment is a symptom of declining trust in the district and said, "The remedy is a type of refreshing transparency where we clearly state what our goals for our students and community are and show our progress."

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Tom grew up in Covington, Kentucky and now lives in Peaselburg.  He earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from Thomas More University and a master’s in public administration from Northern Kentucky University. 

Tom currently works as vice president for EducateNKY. He previously worked as an executive director for Kentucky Out-of-School Alliance and as an associate director for Covington Partners. 

Tom Haggard is a board of education member in the Covington Independent School District.  

Supports the need to collaborate with the city of Covington and community organizations to provide more opportunities for afterschool and summer learning programs.

- Supports the need to collaborate with the city of Covington and community organizations to provide more opportunities for afterschool and summer learning programs.

As of August 20, 2024, Tom Haggard’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes providing appropriate class size and qualified teachers is key to providing all students with the help and assistance they need to succeed.

- Believes providing appropriate class size and qualified teachers is key to providing all students with the help and assistance they need to succeed.

Supports secure, affordable housing, appropriate to existing neighborhoods, and developing regional solutions for children and families experiencing homelessness.

- Supports secure, affordable housing, appropriate to existing neighborhoods, and developing regional solutions for children and families experiencing homelessness.

Tom Haggard

- Board of education members work as a team to lead the school district by setting policy, providing resources, and overseeing employees. 
- The board of education is responsible for the local school budget. It reviews expenditures, allocates funds, and approves facility plans. The board may levy taxes if deemed necessary.
- The board of education hires and directly supervises the district superintendent.
- School board of education numbers are elected in staggered even-numbered years through a nonpartisan election and serve four-year terms. Most boards in Kentucky consist of five members. 
- Independent school districts elect board members at large; county school districts elect board members from divisions. 
- School board members do not receive a salary. They may be compensated for costs associated with state-mandated activities. 