Nominate outstanding Kentucky education support staff for the 2026 RISE 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. […]
Kentucky excels with Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool Reliability Training
Over the last four years, KDE has been able to provide training for 333 individuals through these workshops, which have been offered at no cost to participants.
KBE approves school of innovation designations for Covington Independent, grants waiver requests related to two regulations during special meeting
Under KRS 156.161, a school district may request a school of innovation designation through waivers for schools or programs for the purpose of providing innovative educational opportunities to students.
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.
Beginning the new year and welcoming our next KBE student and teacher members
The new school year always brings excitement for the opportunities our students will have as they continue to grow within our communities.
Educator Spotlight: Golden Owl Regional Winner Catherine Poole
Poole said she develops hands‑on activities that help students understand the realities and the science behind agriculture.
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.
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum hosting free online program for educators on Oct. 29
You are invited to Investigating Artifacts: Uncovering Personal Stories from the Holocaust on Oct. 29.


