Panel begins constructing 5-star rating system
A panel convened by the Kentucky Department of Education began working on recommendations that will determine how schools will be classified for the 2018-2019 school year and beyond.
Standard setting meetings to continue Sept. 4 and 5 for Kentucky’s 5-star accountability system
A group of education stakeholders and policymakers met Aug. 23 to start a standard setting process that will help determine Kentucky’s new 5-star accountability system.
KDE seeking feedback on draft state performance goals for Perkins V
The Kentucky Department of Education is seeking feedback on draft state performance goals proposed by the Perkins V Steering Committee for the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act.
KDE to showcase TRACK apprenticeship program to employers
The Kentucky Department of Education hopes to attract employers to the Tech Ready Apprentices for Careers in Kentucky youth apprenticeship program.
Feedback and teacher participation sought on world language standard
The Kentucky Department of Education is seeking feedback on the Kentucky Standard for World Language Proficiency.
Renovated dormitory reopened at Kentucky School for the Blind
L.P. Howser Hall, a dormitory on the Kentucky School for the Blind campus, was reopened Aug. 9 following an extensive renovation.
KDE announces Go Teach KY, a campaign aimed at inspiring the next generation of Kentucky teachers
Citing both a national and statewide teacher shortage, Kentucky Education Commissioner Wayne Lewis announced a new campaign and website to recruit and inspire the next generation of educators.
Rockcastle hospital chief nursing officer receives KBE’s Kelly Award for Business and Education Partnership
At its meeting Aug. 7, the Kentucky Board of Education presented the Kelly Award for Business and Education Partnership to Tammy Brock, chief nursing officer at Rockcastle Regional Hospital in Mount Vernon.
KDE seeking feedback on draft assessment blueprints for reading and writing, mathematics and social studies
The Kentucky Department of Education is seeking feedback on draft assessment blueprints for reading and writing, mathematics and social studies. This is the second opportunity for public review and comment on the assessment blueprints.
Veterans turning to teaching get tools for the classroom
The Kentucky Department of Education and the University of Louisville held a symposium for veterans who are pursuing a career in education.