Mike Carr2026-09-30T13:45:58-04:00September 30th, 2026|Categories: Standards Newsletter|Tags: District Spotlight|
At Jonathan Elementary School in Marshall County, teachers are strengthening literacy instruction by learning together, putting new strategies into practice and examining how students respond. Through a partnership with the Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) Division of Early Literacy, the school is connecting collaborative preparation with classroom coaching to make [...]
Mike Carr2026-05-29T08:36:20-04:00May 29th, 2026|Categories: Featured|Tags: District Spotlight, KAS for Mathematics, Kentucky Academic Standards, KY Numeracy Counts, Mathematics|
MAF in Action: Connecting Observations to Classroom Success Effective mathematics instruction requires more than content expertise—it demands intentional, reflective practice grounded in shared understanding and consistent support. By aligning coaching conversations with High-Quality Instructional Resources (HQIRs), the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Mathematics and the National Council of Teachers of [...]
Mike Carr2026-05-29T08:37:32-04:00May 27th, 2026|Categories: Featured, Standards Newsletter|Tags: Curriculum Implementation Framework, District Spotlight, HQIR, Literacy, Model Curriculum Framework, PLC, Professional Learning, Systems Leadership, Tier 1 Instruction|
https://youtu.be/vQuL3UB7lzY Nestled in a predominantly rural area of northern Kentucky, Grant County Schools serves approximately 3,100 students across six schools- four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Nearly 70% of the district’s students are identified as economically disadvantaged. Recognizing the critical role literacy plays in student [...]
Mike Carr2026-04-22T08:13:07-04:00April 22nd, 2026|Categories: Featured|Tags: District Spotlight, KyMTSS|
https://youtu.be/1AUK7LeRgCU How can schools turn self-assessment feedback into meaningful change? Heather Bushelman, Boone County MTSS Coordinator, explored this question in a recent Kentucky Multi-Tiered System of Supports (KyMTSS) virtual session, highlighting Boone County Schools’ intentional use of the KyMTSS Self-Assessment Tool to strengthen alignment and drive systemic improvement. Serving [...]
Mike Carr2026-04-10T07:58:41-04:00April 10th, 2026|Categories: Standards Newsletter|Tags: District Spotlight, HQIR, Intellectual Preparation, Mathematics, Professional Learning, Student Discourse, Tier 1 Instruction|
https://youtu.be/mKZ3eRQl19U Guided by a strong commitment to academic excellence, Simpson County Schools set out to strengthen coherence and rigor in mathematics instruction across its elementary classrooms. To move this vision forward, the district sought a unified approach that would ensure every student had access to high-quality, evidence-based instruction aligned with the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) [...]
Mike Carr2026-03-20T09:17:57-04:00March 6th, 2026|Categories: Featured, Standards Newsletter|Tags: District Spotlight, HQIR, KY Numeracy Counts, Mathematics, PLC, Professional Learning, Tier I Instruction|
Calhoun Elementary School set out to strengthen Tier I mathematics instruction by aligning classroom practice more closely with the intent of the Kentucky Academic Standards for Mathematics and fostering productive struggle among students. In pursuit of this goal, school leaders selected Illustrative Mathematics, a high-quality instructional resource (HQIR) that received strong ratings [...]
Mike Carr2026-02-10T08:53:05-05:00February 6th, 2026|Categories: Featured, Standards Newsletter|Tags: District Spotlight, HQIR, Instructional Practices & Learning Models, KY Numeracy Counts, Mathematics, PLC, Professional Learning, Vibrant Learning|
https://youtu.be/Q1aNhbH1LCU At Howell Elementary School in the Erlanger-Elsmere Independent school district, a shift in mathematics instruction began with a realization: Teachers were working hard to design their own curriculum, but the lack of alignment K-5 was leaving gaps in student learning. Data revealed a "massive need" for a [...]
Mike Carr2025-12-12T09:21:52-05:00December 12th, 2025|Categories: Featured, Standards Newsletter|Tags: District Spotlight, HQIR, Instructional Practices & Learning Models, KY Numeracy Counts, Mathematics, PLC, Professional Learning, Vibrant Learning|
Two years ago, Corbin Independent Schools faced a realization familiar to many districts: Students were not consistently demonstrating the mathematical practices necessary for deep understanding. Data from district “learning walks” revealed that classroom tasks didn't always provide opportunities for students to engage in the math practice standards. Rather than settling for a quick fix, the district asked "why" until they [...]
Mike Carr2025-12-02T07:41:31-05:00December 3rd, 2025|Categories: Featured|Tags: Deeper Learning, District Spotlight, Early Literacy, HQIR, KAS for Reading and Writing, KY Reads to Succeed, Reading and Writing, Vibrant Learning|
https://youtu.be/E65yIgGGsQc In Johnson County Schools, literacy isn’t just a subject; it’s a mission. With a little over 3,000 students across five elementary schools, one middle school and one high school, this eastern Kentucky district is proving that a shared vision and strategic systems can transform student outcomes. A Vision [...]
Mike Carr2025-11-20T11:02:12-05:00November 20th, 2025|Categories: Featured|Tags: Deeper Learning, District Spotlight, HQIR, KAS for Mathematics, Mathematics, Vibrant Learning|
Bullitt County Public Schools (BCPS) built a clear, replicable path from instructional resource evaluation and selection to vibrant learning. The district followed Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) curriculum framework recommendations and grounded every step in the BCPS Instructional Vision. Implementation and Professional Learning Once the high-quality instructional resource (HQIR) for [...]
The following grade 5 health standard does not align with Senate Bill 150 (2023) and should not be included in curriculum or instruction at grade 5 or below: “5.1.6. Describe basic male and female reproductive body parts and their functions as well as the physical, social and emotional changes that occur during puberty.”
