Board moves forward with implementation of testing accommodation restrictions
The Kentucky Board of Education continues to flesh out the Unbridled Learning assessment and accountability system.
Federal waiver driving new accountability system
Schools will have an annual goal and a five-year target for proficiency under Kentucky’s proposed accountability model.
State assessment system gives some accountability to high schoolers
High school students’ grades will depend on how they do on state accountability tests.
Middle schools ‘EXPLORE’ college/career readiness
In addition to the K-PREP tests, middle school students will be assessed on their college and career readiness.
Assessment system looks to ‘develop well-rounded kids’
Elementary schools will be assessed on three things this year: achievement, gap and growth.
Annual goals added to assessment and accountability system
Conforming to the federal No Child Left Behind Act waiver has sent a ripple of changes through Kentucky’s Unbridled Learning assessment and accountability system.
Districts need to start preparing for Operation Preparation
Week-long event in March will focus on 8th, 10th graders and their strengths and interests.
NCLB waiver request submitted
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has submitted the state’s application for flexibility under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) of 1965, which was reauthorized in 2001 as the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act.
Waiver will provide accurate, reliable picture of school progress
It was my great pleasure to participate in the 2012 Kentucky Teacher of the Year announcement two weeks ago. Education Commissioner Terry Holliday As I told those who gathered for the ceremony at the Capitol Rotunda, the handing out of the award is my favorite day of the year. I am proud and grateful for the hard work [...]
District 180 schools seek to build a culture of high achievement for all students
District 180 schools have same college/career-ready goals as other schools.