KDE’s new Preschool Coordinator Advisory Group kicks off by setting priorities
The Preschool Coordinator Advisory Group met for the first time on Jan. 28, electing officers and setting its discussion priorities.
Applications sought for Kentucky’s gifted and talented advisory council
Applications are being sought for the Kentucky Department of Education's State Advisory Council for Gifted and Talented Education (SACGTE).
Kentucky’s Commonwealth Education Continuum holds inaugural meeting, sets work plan
The Commonwealth Education Continuum (CEC), Kentucky’s new effort to guide people through educational transition points from early childhood into a career, met for the first time on Jan. 27.
LSAC approves recommended changes to Kentucky’s accountability system, recommends KDE explore flexibilities
During a Jan. 26 virtual meeting, members of the Local Superintendents Advisory Council voted to recommend that the Kentucky Board of Education approve changes to state’s accountability system to align it with Senate Bill 158 (2020).
Meredith Brewer named Kentucky Department of Education’s director of education policy
Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Commissioner Jason E. Glass announced on Jan. 26 the hiring of Meredith Brewer as the department’s director of education policy. She will continue to serve as director of KDE’s Division of Educator Recruitment and Development until officially beginning her new role on Feb. 1.
Students may return to Kentucky School for the Blind on March 1
The state School for the Blind may reopen to in-person classes on March 1 for students who wish to return, but will continue offering virtual classes for others.
Feedback sought on Kentucky science standards
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking feedback on the current Kentucky Academic Standards for Science.
KDE’s 2021 Summer Food Service Program seeking sponsors to provide summer meals
Many Kentucky families depend on free or reduced-price meals during the school year. When school is out for the summer, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Kentucky Department of Education’s Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) help ensure children continue to receive nutritious meals to bridge the nutrition gap during these months.
Walker, Thomas receive first Kentucky Education Support Staff Professional Award
Shelly Thomas from Barren County and Robert Walker of Harrison County were presented with the KESSP Award on Jan. 19. The newly created state award honors excellence by classified school employees and will be given annually.
SCAAC recommends changes to proposed weights in Kentucky’s accountability system
During its Jan. 19 virtual meeting, members of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE)'s School Curriculum, Assessment and Accountability Council (SCAAC) approved a motion to the Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) that would adjust the recommended weights in the state’s accountability system.