Board votes to delay start of world language Program Review
World language Program Review won’t be included for school or district accountability until the 2015-16 school year.
Emphasis on informational texts enhances literacy at early primary level
Young children are drawn to informational text, especially when the subject interests them.
Extending learning with technology
Woodford County successfully launching 1:1 iPad initiative for high school students.
NBCTs encourage educators to use state as a model
National Board Certified Teachers tell peers collaboration is the key to education reform in Kentucky.
Have you heard? Speaking, listening standards make sense
A greater emphasis is being placed on oral, auditory communication in Kentucky schools.
Advising toolkit helps all adults advise, mentor students
A new advising toolkit uses all adults in a school to serve as mentors/advisers for students.
Physical, health education changing with the times
PE teachers need to champion physical activity and health education in their schools.
National science, social studies standards in the works
Two groups, both receiving input from Kentucky, are working on national science and social studies standards, respectively.
All-American teachers love challenging students
Three Kentucky teachers among 23 national award winners.
Teacher-parent partnership encouraged now more than ever
Teachers can help parents understand new standards.