Election Reminders
As a result of the ongoing pandemic, school-based decision making (SBDM) elections may be conducted virtually. the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) encourages in-person voting if possible. To review the virtual election guidelines, refer to the COVID Election Guidance Document.
To assist with the election process, KDE staff encourage coordinators and council members to consult the elections section of the SBDM Handbook (beginning on page 56), as well as review the elections FAQ in Appendix 1.
School Councils and Budgets Online Module
KDE is offering a new online module for the upcoming training season, which is available now and will be accessible through Moodle.
Online modules are a convenient, self-paced option for those council members unable to attend a live training. The online module is free to any interested member.
The online course will flow in order of the traditional module found on the SBDM Training website. Some of the activities have been modified to make them compatible to the online format. The online module includes recorded videos, PowerPoint slides, online quizzes and discussion questions. To register members for the course, refer to the guidance sheet on the SBDM Training webpage.
Please note that new members are not encouraged to enroll in the online course, as it is important that KDE-endorsed trainers spend time with new members and provide immediate interaction and feedback related to what is expected of them as newly elected council members.
SBDM Experienced Member Training on Microsoft Teams
The SBDM department at KDE will be offering a free online training through Microsoft Teams for experienced SBDM council members.
KDE will conduct the 3-hour training over the course of two days; each mini-session lasts 1.5 hours. Participants must attend both sessions in order to meet the 3-hour annual training requirement for experienced members.
KDE will train council members on the "Council’s Role with Continuous Improvement" module. Additional training details are listed below:
- Part One: "Council’s Role with Continuous Improvement," 10-11:30 a.m. ET on June 23
- Part Two: "Council’s Role with Continuous Improvement," 10-11:30 a.m. ET on June 24
Interested council members can register for the training by completing this Google Form. Registration must be completed by June 11.
Those council members interested in participating must have Microsoft Teams downloaded on their electronic device so they may actively participate with other council members throughout the state. Once registration has closed, KDE will send a Microsoft Teams calendar invite to each participant enrolled in the course, which will contain additional details on how to join the meeting, as well as the necessary materials to successfully participate in the training sessions.
As a reminder, new council members are required to participate in a 6-hour SBDM training and "SBDM 101" is recommended. Endorsed trainers may offer the "SBDM 101" module through a Zoom-type meeting, in-person training or members may enroll in the KET course for $95. Additional details on enrolling in KET’s course can be found on this pdf.
KDE to Offer Summer SBDM Trainings for Experienced Members
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) will be hosting annual SBDM trainings regionally throughout the state for any experienced council member. KDE will showcase its new training module, "Equitable Decision-Making."
Each training session begins at 9 a.m. local time and ends at noon. A maximum of 40 participants will be allowed at each location and the trainings are at no cost to participants. To register, complete this Google Form.
Dates and locations of SBDM trainings are listed below:
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July 13: Murray High School, Murray
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July 16: Pikeville High School, Pikeville
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July 22: Garland Building, London
- July 26: Stewart Auditorium, Louisville
Continuous Improvement Summit Registration Now Open
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) and Cognia™ invite you to the 2021 Continuous Improvement Summit on Sept. 22-23 at the new Central Bank Convention Center, adjacent to Rupp Arena in Lexington.
Through a partnership focused on ensuring success for all learners, KDE and Cognia are excited to offer a valuable professional learning experience to meet your needs.
During the Kentucky Continuous Improvement Summit, KDE leaders, Kentucky teachers and administrators and Cognia staff will provide up-to-date information to help you effectively lead your district, school or classroom during the 2021-2022 academic year and beyond. Together we’ll learn and explore a wide range of valuable themes you can apply in your everyday practice:
- How to use Continuous Improvement resources to improve learning;
- Improvement planning and key processes for the upcoming school year;
- Accountability system updates from Senate Bill 158;
- Intervention plans focused on the loss of instruction from COVID-19; and
- Non-traditional instruction (NTI) programs, supports and ideas.
Join us to discuss these topics and more. Educators from across the state will connect and network during this two-day event. Do not miss out on the opportunity to learn from experts and peers to enhance your continuous improvement efforts.
Registration is available on the Cognia website.
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