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The IMPACT Center unites students from across Warren County, fostering a culture of design thinking, community and leadership.
Mission & Philosophy
VISION: The IMPACT Center is a community where every student’s worth is honored, their potential is unleashed, and they develop the leadership skills to create meaningful change through a transformative education.
MISSION: To empower leaders by igniting innovation, fostering collaboration, and engaging in authentic problem-solving to lead meaningful change and make a global IMPACT.
By the Numbers
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Innovative, Futuristic Academies Designed to Prepare Students for Emerging Careers
18
Authentic Career Pathways Aligned with Real-World Needs and Opportunities
1st
FranklinCovey Model School in the World
1st
School in Kentucky to Offer a Dedicated Artificial Intelligence Career Pathway
1st
School in the United States to Offer IBM Industry Certificates in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Data Analytics
8
FranklinCovey Micro-Credentials in Leadership Earned by Every Graduate, Plus the FranklinCovey Life-Ready Leadership Certificate
15+
Early College Programs, Giving Students the Opportunity to Earn an Associate Degree or up to Two Years of University Credit
30+
High-Need Industry Certifications Available through our Academies and Pathways
Principal's Message
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Warren County Public Schools is excited to share an important milestone in the launch of the IMPACT Center for Leadership and Innovation. We have officially accepted our first class of students and will continue registering additional students throughout the remainder of the spring semester. We are thrilled to welcome our inaugural class to the IMPACT Center in August of 2026.
The IMPACT Center will serve students in grades 7 through 12 and will offer a unique, future focused learning environment built around five innovative academies: AI and Cyber Systems, Aeronautics, Biomedical Innovation, Design, Enterprise and Visionary Arts, and Robotics and Advanced Systems. Each academy is intentionally designed to develop leadership, problem solving, and real world readiness while allowing students to pursue areas of personal interest and strength.
Our work is strengthened through partnerships with industry and community leaders including FranklinCovey, IBM, the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, and multiple colleges and universities. These partnerships help ensure that students engage in authentic, project based learning experiences that mirror the expectations of college, careers, and civic leadership.
The IMPACT Center will implement FranklinCovey’s Life Ready Leadership curriculum as a foundational component of the student experience. Through this work, students will develop essential leadership habits and competencies while earning the Life Ready Leadership Certificate, a credential recognized by employers, higher education institutions, and industry partners nationwide.
As we continue the registration process this spring, we remain committed to clear communication and family engagement. Additional opportunities for students and families to learn more about the IMPACT Center will be shared as enrollment continues and preparations move forward.
Thank you for your interest, trust, and support as we bring this innovative learning environment to life for students across Warren County. Please feel free to contact me with any questions at (270) 781 5150 or cody.rich@warren.kyschools.us.
Respectfully,
Cody Rich
Principal
News & Announcements
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Before taking the position as the principal of the IMPACT Center, Dr. Rich served as the principal of Jennings Creek Elementary School from July 2022 - July 2024. He is a known culture builder; in his first two years as principal, Jennings Creek Elementary obtained FranklinCovey Leader in Me Lighthouse status, researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness, and cultivated positive relationships between community members, students and teachers.
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