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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
5
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
August 13, 2025
Dear Parents and Guardians,
In the Fall of 2026, Warren County Public Schools (WCPS) will launch the IMPACT Center for Leadership and Innovation. This innovative institution for students in grades 7-12 will feature five pioneering academies that emphasize leadership across all levels; the five academies are as follows: AI and Cyber Systems, Aeronautics, Biomedical Innovation, Design, Enterprise and Visionary Arts, and Robotics and Advanced Systems.
WCPS is collaborating with industry experts such as FranklinCovey, IBM, the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, and various universities and colleges to enhance the educational experience.
Students will engage in project-based learning, which focuses on hands-on, real-world problem-solving that encourages collaboration and critical thinking.
The IMPACT Center will adopt FranklinCovey’s new Life-Ready Leadership curriculum, ensuring that students are actively engaged, challenged, and equipped for future careers. Graduates from the IMPACT Center will earn the esteemed FranklinCovey Life-Ready Leadership Certificate, a credential recognized and valued by employers, universities and industries across the nation.
Please join us for one of our Parent Engagement Nights and feel free to bring your child(ren) as well. I’ll also travel to each middle and high school to discuss the IMPACT Center with our students. If you cannot make the Parent Engagement Night for your feeder, please feel free to come on any night you’re available.
Parent Engagement Nights
- September 2nd: South Warren Feeder Schools @ South Warren High School Auditorium (5:30-7:00)
- September 4th: Warren Central Feeder Schools @ Warren Central High School Auditorium (5:30 - 7:00)
- September 9th: Greenwood Feeder Schools @ Greenwood High School Auditorium (5:30 - 7:00)
- September 11th: Warren East Feeder Schools @ Warren East High School Auditorium (5:30 - 7:00)
- September 15th: All feeders @ Warren Elementary School Cafeteria - With Audio Enhancement for Translation (5:30 - 7:00)
- October 24th: Warren East Feeder Schools @ Warren East High School Auditorium (5:30 - 7:00)
- October 27th: South Warren Feeder Schools @ South Warren High School Auditorium (5:30-7:00)
- October 28th: Greenwood Feeder Schools @ Greenwood High School Auditorium (5:30 - 7:00)
- October 29th: Warren Central Feeder Schools @ Warren Central High School Auditorium (5:30 - 7:00)
I look forward to meeting you and your family. 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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Please join us for one of our Parent Engagement Nights and feel free to bring your child(ren) as well.
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