KDE seeking public comments for IDEA Part B funds
Each year, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) must submit an application for federal funds under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). As part of this application process, KDE is required to make the application available for public comment 30 days prior to its effective date of July 1.
Kentucky Department of Insurance presents information on self-insured funding during KDE’s Superintendents Webcast
Representatives with the Kentucky Department of Insurance provided an overview of insurance for school district leaders, including how self-insurance works, during the Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) Superintendents Webcast on March 12.
Nominations are open for the 2026 Kentucky Exemplary Educators Program
The candidate's contributions to education should be largely unheralded yet worthy of the spotlight. This program is open to educators of all experience levels. This is a confidential process. Candidates should not be aware of this recommendation.
Taylor Elementary achieves Family Friendly Certification
When our school began the journey toward earning the Family Friendly School Certification, I took the lead in guiding our efforts and building a team committed to meaningful family engagement.
Learning That Matters
Jessica Talley, an English language arts teacher at Mt. Washington Middle School in Bullitt County, writes about vibrant learning experiences.
Yates Elementary earns Gold Family Friendly School Certificate
At Yates Elementary (Fayette County), we believe that strong family and community partnerships are essential to student success.
Safe Driving Could Earn Kentucky Teens Up to $3,000
Kentucky teens are invited to take part in the second-annual Kentucky Safe Teen Driving Challenge, a statewide initiative that rewards safe driving habits with cash prizes and recognition.
U.S. Court of Appeals seeks applicants for civics essay contest
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit has officially opened the 2026 Sixth Circuit Civics Contest, inviting high school students (grades 9-12) from Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Tennessee to participate.