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 Carr2025-11-20T11:02:12-05:00November 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 [...]
Mike Carr2025-08-14T09:15:28-04:00August 14th, 2025|Categories: Standards Newsletter|Tags: HQIR, Mathematics|
Math HQIR Adoption Resources Per KRS 158.8402(5)(b), “Each superintendent shall adopt an evidence-based curriculum along with high-quality instructional resources for mathematics that is determined by the department to be reliable, valid, and aligned to Kentucky academic standards for mathematics required by KRS 158.6453 for kindergarten through [...]
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.”
