Thomas Clouse2026-05-18T13:04:09-04:00May 18th, 2026|Categories: Standards Newsletter|Tags: Assessment, CBPL (Curriculum-Based Professional Learning), Curriculum-Embedded Assessenment, HQIR, HQIR (High-Quality Instructional Resources), Model Curriculum Framework|
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has developed a suite of resources to support districts in creating a comprehensive system of assessment. For Kentucky districts, a comprehensive assessment system drives continuous improvement by ensuring that each assessment that is a part of the system serves a clear purpose and provides [...]
Thomas Clouse2026-05-15T09:03:56-04:00May 15th, 2026|Categories: Standards Newsletter|Tags: CBPL (Curriculum-Based Professional Learning), HQIR, HQIR (High-Quality Instructional Resources), KAS for Science, Science|
The Results-Driven Initiatives for Science Education (RISE) Leadership Academy, hosted by Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) science consultants, is designed to develop a network of teacher leaders engaged in meaningful, curriculum-based professional learning (CBPL) to strengthen science instruction across Kentucky. Through the use of high-quality instructional resources (HQIR) and [...]
Thomas Clouse2026-05-15T09:00:20-04:00May 15th, 2026|Categories: ELA Resources, Standards Newsletter|Tags: CBPL (Curriculum-Based Professional Learning), HQIR, KAS for Reading and Writing, Reading and Writing|
The KAS for Reading and Writing, along with a comprehensive implementation guide, are now available. The implementation guide will help educators get to know the revised standards, consider instructional shifts where needed and make plans for implementation this fall. In addition to the suite of implementation resources embedded in [...]
Tabor Placido2026-05-15T09:01:54-04:00May 1st, 2026|Categories: Standards Newsletter|Tags: CBPL (Curriculum-Based Professional Learning), KAS for Reading and Writing, Kentucky Academic Standards, March Leadership, Professional Learning, Reading and Writing|
Recording of 2026 March Leadership Meeting Now Available Recording of 2026 March Leadership Meeting Now Available In order to provide vibrant learning environments for all students, it is important for schools and districts to translate the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) into a guaranteed and viable curriculum. [...]
Mike Carr2026-03-19T13:57:43-04:00July 29th, 2025|Categories: Standards Newsletter|Tags: CBPL (Curriculum-Based Professional Learning), Deeper Learning, District Spotlight, Early Literacy, HQIR (High-Quality Instructional Resources), Instructional Practices & Learning Models, KAS for Reading and Writing, KY Reads to Succeed, Professional Learning, Reading and Writing, Resource, Vibrant Learning|
Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) is on a mission to transform what teaching and learning look like for every student. At the center of this work is Journey to Success, an initiative that goes beyond access to grade-level content and empowers students to actively engage in their learning, demonstrate their [...]
Mike Carr2026-03-19T14:49:54-04:00May 19th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: CBPL (Curriculum-Based Professional Learning), District Spotlight, Early Literacy, EBIP (Evidence-Based Instructional Practices), HQIR (High-Quality Instructional Resources), Instructional Practices & Learning Models, KAS for Reading and Writing, KY Reads to Succeed, PLC (Professional Learning Community), Professional Learning, Reading and Writing, Resource|
Brooks Elementary is currently in its first full year of implementing a resource developed by the University of Florida Literacy Institute called UFLI Foundations, an explicit and systematic program for teaching students foundational reading skills. Teachers from kindergarten to grade 3 are using UFLI in their Tier 1 instruction. With [...]
Mike Carr2026-03-19T14:56:49-04:00April 29th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: CBPL (Curriculum-Based Professional Learning), District Spotlight, Early Literacy, HQIR (High-Quality Instructional Resources), Instructional Practices & Learning Models, KAS for Reading and Writing, PLC (Professional Learning Community), Professional Learning, Reading and Writing, Resource|
Kindergarten teacher Cassie Thompson at Argillite Elementary in Greenup County faced a unique challenge this year: Implementing two new high-quality instructional resources (HQIRs), Magnetic Reading Foundations and Wit and Wisdom, for the first time. With eight years of teaching experience and a strong dedication to student success, Thompson approached this [...]
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.”
