Applications Sought for Reading and Writing Standards and Assessment Review Committees
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is accepting applications for the Reading and Writing Standards and Assessment Review Committee (RC) and Advisory Panels (AP).
Kentucky World Language Association names 2024 Outstanding Teacher and other honors
Stephanie Bellot-Donaldson, a Spanish teacher in the Spanish Immersion program at Hawthorne Elementary School (Jefferson County), is the 2024 recipient of the Kentucky World Language Association (KWLA) Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award. She received the award on Sept. 14 at the KWLA Fall Conference.
KDE releases 2023-2024 accountability and assessment data
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) publicly released assessment and accountability data for the 2023-2024 school year on Oct. 3, as required by state statute and the federal Every Student Succeeds Act.
Dealing with crisis
The start of the school year is always an exciting time, but sometimes our communities face challenges that can overshadow the amazing things happening in our classrooms and weigh on us as people. I know there have been some very difficult moments for some districts, students, families and communities, not just in Kentucky, but across the nation.
Why I got into education
As the new commissioner of education, I look forward to working with stakeholders across Kentucky to make sure we provide the most vibrant experiences we can for our children.
Building Community Through Creativity: Whitesville Elementary’s Family Painting Night
Whitesville Elementary School (Daviess County) is not just a place of learning; it’s a place of community and family.
PIMSER offers math and science programs starting in October
Partnership Institute for Math and Science Education Reform (PIMSER) is hosting several professional development opportunities that begin in October.
The 1787 Prize Essay Contest: Applications are now open
The National Council for the Social Studies is pleased to announce The 1787 Prize, an annual essay contest for high school students in grades 11-12 introduced on the observance of Constitution Day.