KBE defines school performance levels, continues Breathitt management
The Kentucky Board of Education approved school performance levels for 2018 federal and state accountability during a special meeting in Frankfort Sept. 5.
KDE seeking feedback on revised social studies standards
The Kentucky Department of Education is seeking feedback on the revised Kentucky Academic Standards for Social Studies.
Lewis challenges Kentuckians to shift dialogue to career preparedness
Kentucky Department of Education Interim Commissioner Wayne D. Lewis called upon state educators, parents and Kentucky businesses to help students across the Commonwealth prepare for thousands of profitable careers that are open to highly skilled, educated graduates.
Montell named director of government relations for KDE
Interim Commissioner of Education Wayne Lewis announced Aug. 23 the hiring of Brad Montell as director of government relations for the Kentucky Department of Education. He will begin his role with the department on Sept. 1.
Group recommends profile for lowest-performing schools
A group of education stakeholders and policymakers evaluated school performance data from the 2017-2018 school year today and made a recommendation on what it takes for a low-performing school to qualify for improvement support.
EPSB board approves waiver removing requirement for Rank II
Kentucky’s Education Professional Standards Board voted unanimously Aug. 21 to approve a waiver that removes the requirement for teachers to move to Rank II – a move that will provide districts with greater flexibility and support in recruiting and retaining teachers.
Group to set standards for 2017-2018 school accountability
A group of education stakeholders and policymakers will gather Aug. 22 to set performance standards for 2017-2018 school accountability.
As students go back to school, drivers reminded to use caution
As students return to school, Kentucky drivers are being reminded of the laws that apply to keep students safe.
Board of Education discusses new graduation requirements
High school students would have to demonstrate foundational skills in reading and mathematics and achieve academic or career readiness to graduate, among other requirements, under a proposal before the Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) at its meeting in Frankfort Aug. 2.
KBE elects Hal Heiner chair; Milton Seymore elected vice chair
In the opening moments of its regular board meeting Aug. 2, Kentucky Board of Education members voted to elect Hal Heiner as chair and Milton Seymore as vice-chair.