Bill to improve Kentucky’s assessment, accountability systems passes out of House Education Committee
House Bill (HB) 257, a bill to reimagine Kentucky’s state assessment and accountability systems, passed out of the House Primary and Secondary Education Committee on Feb. 4 with no opposition.
KDE announces recipients of Read to Achieve grant awards
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has announced the recipients of the 2026 Read to Achieve (RTA) grant awards.
Governor signs proclamation naming February as Gifted Education Month in Kentucky
Gifted Education Month is a time to celebrate the more than 90,000 gifted and talented students across Kentucky, as well as the dedicated educators who teach them.
Sorting through assessment and accountability legislation
For years, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) and many of the Commonwealth’s school districts have been crafting new, innovative ways to approach assessment and accountability and incorporate more vibrant learning experiences for students as we prepare them for life after graduation.
How Rural Poverty Changes Education and How We Can Help
While our public schools cannot eliminate every obstacle rural poverty creates, targeted strategies and strong community partnerships can help bridge critical gaps for students and families.
Feeling thankful for Kentucky’s educators and support staff as we ring in the new year
Perhaps the most joyful part of the role of education commissioner is the ability to show thanks to so many people who are involved in educating and supporting our children across the Commonwealth.
University of Kentucky and Jewish Heritage Fund’s Holocaust Education Initiative Workshops
To support Holocaust education for middle and high school teachers, the University of Kentucky and Jewish Heritage Fund’s Holocaust Education Initiative is providing a variety of in-person and virtual workshops.
Echoes & Reflections to host online Holocaust education professional development session
This live, free-of-cost, remote professional development session will provide the tools to teach and initiate important discussions about the complex lessons of the Holocaust.