School-Based Decision Making Council (SBDM) Closeout
Several of Kentucky’s school-based decision making councils end their terms on June 30. As council terms are wrapping up and preparing for those council members whose terms begin July 1, it might be helpful to take some time during the last meeting to reflect broadly on the 2023-2024 council’s work.
What policies, decisions and discussions went well? What are some aspects that still need improvement? What is left to accomplish in the next council’s term? You can use these sample questions and their responses as a tool to assist with the continuous improvement of the council’s work
KDE SBDM Training Opportunities
As elections are concluding and annual trainings are underway, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is offering the following trainings free of charge for endorsed trainers to train council members.
For new councilmembers,
- SBDM 101 (in-person or virtual)
For experienced councilmembers,
- Equitable Decision-Making (in-person or virtual)
- Rise to Proficiency: Councils and Family and Community Partnership (in-person or virtual)
- Roles and Responsibilities (in-person, virtual or self-paced)
- Council’s Role with Continuous Improvement (self-paced)
All of the trainings and their materials are available on the SBDM Training webpage. More information about each individual training can be found within the SBDM Training Module Flyer.
KDE to Offer Summer SBDM Training for Experienced Members
KDE staff will be hosting a virtual training for experienced councilmember on the Council’s Role with Continuous Improvement from 9:30 to 11 a.m. ET on June 12-13. Members will have to participate on both days to obtain their certificate.
During the training, council members will learn about the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and their role in developing the school’s plan. KDE recommends, however, that if experienced council members have taken this course previously that they participate in a different training course to expand their knowledge regarding their roles and responsibilities as a council member.
New Coordinator Training
If you are a new coordinator, the new SBDM Coordinator training will take place on June 17 at 10 a.m. ET. If you attended the one in May, you do not need to attend, as the same material will be presented at both sessions.
Please register for the training through the SBDM New Coordinator Training form.
Registration Open for 2024 Continuous Improvement Summit
The Kentucky Department of Education and Cognia™ invite you to the annual Continuous Improvement Summit on Sept. 23-24 at the Central Bank Center in Lexington. Participants can explore a variety of topics and engage in conversations that will enrich their understanding of continuous improvement.
Keynote speaker Marck Abraham, the author of “What Success Looks Like,” is a transformational leader with a wealth of experience in education. He is committed to providing a world-class educational experience that ensures all students achieve their goals of post-secondary college and fulfilling careers. His mission has been to create environments that assist students in reaching their maximum potential in life.
During this two-day event, attendees will enhance their professional learning, make new connections and build upon existing relationships with peers across Kentucky, hear up-to-date information from KDE leaders and learn how Cognia can help address their unique challenges in the journey of continuous improvement.
To receive early bird pricing, please register before Sept. 2.
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