Rockcastle County Schools is proud to announce that Superintendent Dr. Carrie Ballinger has been named Eastern Kentucky University’s 2025 Experience Excellence Superintendent of the Year. This prestigious honor recognizes Dr. Ballinger’s unwavering commitment to educational excellence, community partnership, and student success across Rockcastle County.
In recognition of Dr. Ballinger’s achievement, Eastern Kentucky University has announced that a graduating senior from Rockcastle County High School who will be attending EKU will receive a special scholarship in her honor. This meaningful gesture highlights Dr. Ballinger’s lasting impact on both the district and the next generation of Rocket leaders.
Rockcastle County Schools celebrates this moment of recognition and expresses heartfelt gratitude to EKU for honoring the excellence found in rural education leadership. Congratulations, Dr. Ballinger!