Reading Improvement Plan Template Available
Per the Read to Succeed Act amendments to KRS 158.305, beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, if a student’s rate of progress toward proficiency in reading needs accelerated interventions as demonstrated by the results of an approved universal screener and reading diagnostic assessment, the local school district shall provide students and families with a Reading Improvement Plan.
This plan should be developed in collaboration and accordance with any existing program services plan, individualized education program or Section 504 Plan unless the program services plan, individualized education program or Section 504 Plan already addresses improving reading.
To assist districts in effectively developing and implementing Reading Improvement Plans, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has developed a Reading Improvement Plan Template as an example that incorporates the requirements of KRS 158.305. Districts may modify the template to fit the local context as needed.
This template can be used during the problem-solving process to document intervention plans, progress monitoring data and parent notification. An existing student intervention plan developed, implemented and monitored as part of a multi-tiered system of supports also may meet the requirements of the reading improvement plan if it addresses the components required by Senate Bill 9 – The Read to Succeed Act (2022).
The template can be found on KDE's Early Literacy Resource webpage.
For more information, please contact Christie Biggerstaff, KDE director of early literacy.
*NEW* Read At Home Plan Family Guide Now Available!
Per the Read to Succeed Act amendments to KRS 158.305, beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, if a student’s rate of progress toward proficiency in reading needs accelerated interventions as demonstrated by the results of an approved universal screener and reading diagnostic assessment, the local school district shall provide families of identified students with a Read At Home Plan.
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) values strong partnerships between schools and families and recognizes strong partnerships are built on clear communication and support. The “Read at Home Plan Family Guide” is created on these values and supports the implementation of the student’s Reading Improvement Plan.
The “Read At Home Plan Family Guide” includes learning experiences families can have with children at home to support their reading skills development. Additionally, the guide includes information about Senate Bill 9 (2022), Reading Improvement Plans and the key role families play in student success. A glossary of literacy terms and general tips for reading at home also are included. The at-home learning experiences contained in this document are organized into the five essential components of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension).
KDE is happy to partner with district and school administrators and teachers to offer support through the “Read at Home Plan Family Guide” to help districts effectively implement Read At Home Plans.
For more information, please contact Christie Biggerstaff, KDE director of early literacy.
The Interdisciplinary Literacy Practices Video Series: A Cohort for K-12 Reading and Writing Educators
The Interdisciplinary Literacy Practices Cohort is an opportunity for K-12 reading and writing educators to engage in deeper learning about the Kentucky Academic Standards for Reading and Writing Interdisciplinary Literacy Practices. It features student engagement in the practices in a professionally produced video series.
Selected participants will:
- Engage in professional learning about the Kentucky Academic Standards for Reading and Writing’s Interdisciplinary Literacy Practices in action;
- Form a community of K-12 literacy educators to share evidence-based practices and high-quality learning experiences across Kentucky;
- Be featured in a short, professionally produced video published on KYstandards.org demonstrating students engaging in the Interdisciplinary Literacy Practices;
- Share learning about the Interdisciplinary Literacy Practices and the project outcomes with professional learning communities, school and/or administration; and
- Receive a stipend of $600 for completion of the cohort objectives.
The cohort will meet six times throughout the 2023-2024 school year. With the exception of the in-person orientation, each session will consist of a 90-minute synchronous virtual session paired with asynchronous opportunities between each session.
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Fall/Winter Sessions:
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Session 1 (in-person orientation in Frankfort): Week of Sept. 25
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Session 2 (online): Week of Nov. 6 or 13
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Session 3 (online): Week of Jan. 15 or 22
- Winter/Spring Sessions:
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Session 4 (online): Week of Feb. 12 or 19
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Session 5 (online): Week of March 11 or 18
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Session 6 (to be determined): Summer 2024 - screening of videos and final meeting
*Precise dates and times to be determined based on educator availability.
There are a limited number of spots available for this cohort. Educators interested in this opportunity should complete the Interdisciplinary Literacy Practices Video Series Cohort application no later than Aug. 23. Selected participants will be notified on Aug. 30.
Selected educators will be eligible to receive up to 15 professional development hours for their participation in cohort meetings and asynchronous learning opportunities, as well as a stipend of $600. (Note: The decision to accept professional development hours is at the discretion of the local school/district.)
Please submit any questions to Kristen Tinch.
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