Principal Advisory Council learns about implementation resources for Kentucky Academic Standards for Visual and Performing Arts
The Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) Principal Advisory Council learned about new implementation resources for updated Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Visual and Performing Arts during its meeting on March 5.
Educators Rising Kentucky state conference continues to grow in 2026, setting another attendance record
The event, designed to inspire the next generation of teachers, featured a range of activities for students preparing for careers in education.
Registration opens for next cohort of Kaleidoscope Community of Practice
The Kaleidoscope Community of Practice, which is designed for all K–12 special education teachers and offers free high-quality professional learning focused on specially designed instruction (SDI).
Kentucky’s educators and staff are among the best in the country
Anyone who has spent time in a Kentucky classroom knows how dedicated our teachers are and how committed they are to the success of their students.
Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell on All In for Ag Education Week
The hallmarks of All In for Ag Education Week are clear: broadening access to agriculture education, supporting educators, and connecting agriculture to real-life skills.
Sorting through assessment and accountability legislation
For years, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) and many of the Commonwealth’s school districts have been crafting new, innovative ways to approach assessment and accountability and incorporate more vibrant learning experiences for students as we prepare them for life after graduation.
KDE to host Impact Kentucky informational webinars
Impact Kentucky results provide powerful insight into staff experiences, organizational conditions, and opportunities for growth.
Kentucky Department of Agriculture kicks off 2026 Kentucky Junior Chef Competition
The Junior Chef program encourages participating students to learn how to cook by using local ingredients to prepare healthy meals while teaching students about agriculture, marketing, organization, teamwork and community involvement.


