District leaders discuss local accountability in new KDE Lunch and Learn series
Continuing a commitment to reimagined assessment and accountability systems, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) launched a series of webinars to facilitate discussion with district leaders on local accountability called Lunch and Learn: Local Leadership, A Midday Exchange.
Patti Minter brings educational expertise to Kentucky Board of Education as new at-large member
Minter was appointed to the KBE by Gov. Andy Beshear on July 30 to replace Lee Todd, whose term expired. Minter’s term expires Apr. 14, 2030.
Nominate outstanding Kentucky education support staff for the 2026 KESSP Award
Gov. Andy Beshear’s office, in partnership with the Kentucky Department of Education, has opened the nomination window for the 2026-2027 Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional Award.
KDE Research Blog on Chronic Absenteeism: Expanding State-Level Support: Attendance Recovery in Kentucky
The second post explores how the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is moving beyond traditional data tracking and punitive measures toward proactive, community-centered solutions.
Shining a spotlight on some of the best educators in Kentucky
With the 2027 Kentucky Teacher of the Year ceremony on Sept. 9, now is a perfect time to highlight just how special the educators in Kentucky are to the communities they call home.
NEW Blog Series: Chronic Absenteeism in Kentucky
Through research, data, and real-world examples, the series examines how attendance has changed since the pandemic, the factors driving chronic absenteeism and the statewide efforts, partnerships and policy changes helping schools reconnect students and improve attendance outcomes.
Free professional learning resource available to help with OpenSciEd
Starting Strong is a self-guided professional learning experience designed especially for teachers who are beginning OpenSciEd without having had an opportunity to participate in professional learning beforehand.
Franklin County High School cooks up win in School Garden Challenge
Franklin County High School cooked up a winner at the Kentucky State Fair. Its squash soup, made with ingredients grown largely in the school garden, earned the top spot among eight teams in the second annual School Garden Challenge.