1,600 educators attend Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference
The third-annual Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference experienced huge success this year, with 1,600 educators, administrators and district leaders in attendance.
KDE’s Superintendents Advisory Council hears about college entrance exams, literacy supports for teachers
The Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) Superintendents Advisory Council heard about the process to procure a state-provided college entrance exam, as well as literacy research by the Kentucky Reading Research Center, during their meeting on May 5.
Kentucky ranks among nation’s best for student recovery: 5th in reading, 8th in mathematics
Kentucky ranks among the nation’s best in terms of academic recovery in reading and mathematics, according to the 2026 Education Scorecard.
Registration open for 2026 Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference
Registration is now open for the third-annual Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference taking place at the Galt House in Louisville June 8-9.
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.
Kentucky Reading Academies shows early progress toward improving early literacy for Kentucky’s students
The Kentucky Department of Education’s Kentucky Reading Academies have rapidly advanced literacy outcomes for early learners since the professional learning program began three years ago, according to a new report from a third-party evaluator.
Kentucky Board of Education members approve goals, legislative priorities
Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) members affirmed their goals and legislative priorities for the 2025-2026 school year during the KBE meeting on Oct. 1-2.
District Spotlight: Redefining Learning: How JCPS is Aligning Vision and Resources to Transform Student Literacy
Through Journey to Success, JCPS envisions vibrant, student-centered experiences where learners show what they know in multiple ways.
Spotlight on Oldham County: Aligning Professional Learning with High-Quality Instructional Resources
When Oldham County launched its district-wide effort to implement high-quality instructional resources (HQIRs) K-5 in English language arts, leaders knew that deep, curriculum-based professional learning would be essential to ensuring success. Through intentional planning, cross-role collaboration, and ongoing feedback loops, the district created a coherent system to support teachers with meaningful professional learning tied directly to their instructional resources.
KDE’s Summer Boost program to provide books and other resources in 34 districts
Thirty-four districts and 35 sites will be participating in the 2025 Summer Boost: Reading and Mathematics Program, a partnership between the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Office of Teaching and Learning and the Summer Food Service Program.