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Conference Dates: July 28-31 (Monday-Thursday)
Location: Galt House Hotel, Louisville
Be sure to bring your school laptop or device to maximize collaboration, resource sharing and networking!
This conference is essential for staying connected and exploring new opportunities to enhance your Law and Public Safety (LPS) classroom.
Important Events
Monday, July 28: Pre-Conferences (FREE, pre-registration required)
Choose from the following engaging sessions:
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Law Enforcement Pre-Conference (Morning)
Title: DOCJT Telecommunications 101
Description: Gain practical communication techniques and participate in exercises to demonstrate the importance of effective communication for telecommunicators.
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Law Enforcement Pre-Conference (Afternoon)
Title: Crisis Intervention Training (CIT), Trauma-Informed Care and Crisis Communication
Description: Learn a trauma-informed care approach to working with individuals exposed to trauma and effective crisis communication techniques, with hands-on opportunities.
LPS State Consultant Program updates July 29-30: LPS-specific and general CTE Breakout Sessions
This year’s breakout sessions focus on instructional strategies and best practices relevant to all pathways, including:
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Fire Sprinklers
- Telecommunications
- Legal Updates for Public Safety Professionals
- LPS Competitive Events for SkillsUSA
- Breakout EDU Strategies
- TILT Instructional Techniques
- Healthy Debates with Brackets
- VR Applications in Forensics
- Advisory Committee Strategies
Thursday, July 31: LPS breakfast and free prizes
Join us for breakfast and the chance to win free prizes (must be present to win). The conference concludes before lunch!
Registration and hotel information
Perkins funds can often be used for conference attendance; discuss it with your administration today!
Resources from last year
Take advantage of the 2024 KACTE LPS State Consultant Update Session PowerPoint available in the Google Classroom, which includes:
These resources can guide your pacing, align topics with priority standards and inspire your lesson planning.
 Exciting News: New Law and Public Safety website is live
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new Law and Public Safety (LPS) website! This site is designed to make accessing key resources even easier by featuring some of the most commonly used items for quicker navigation.
Please note: Our Google Classroom will remain the primary repository for instructional resources, but the new website offers a streamlined way to find essential tools and updates to support your work and help your students excel in their LPS pathways.
Visit the LPS website
Check it out and let us know what you think. We’d love your feedback!
 The Bath County High School Pre-Law Pathway won third place at the Northern Regional Kentucky Mock Trial Tournaments, securing a bid to compete at the state competition. Front row, from left, are Shasta Vice, Kylee Hodson and Madison Setters. Back row, from left, are Instructor, Ryan Utterback, Matthew Coyle, Hurley Short, Kristi Rowe, Karson Tolle, Elizabeth Conant and Katie Pruitt.
Kentucky Pre-Law Pathways shine at Regional Mock Trial Tournaments
On Jan. 25-26, students from Kentucky Pre-Law pathways showcased their legal skills at the Central and Northern Regional Kentucky Mock Trial Tournaments.
Competing against top teams from across the state, these students demonstrated critical thinking, public speaking and legal reasoning as they argued cases in a real-world courtroom setting.
Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and dedication!
These competitions provide invaluable experience for aspiring legal professionals; we look forward to seeing their continued success at future events.
For more details on the competition and case materials, visit Kentucky High School Mock Trial Association.
 Elkhorn Crossing School's (Scott County) Pre-Law Pathway won fourth place at the Northern Regional Kentucky Mock Trial Tournament, securing an automatic bid to the state tournament and returning for the second consecutive year. Pictured is the defense team. From left to right: Coach Michael W. Tackett, Kenneth Arroyo, Maya Felton, Shelbie Graham, Sydney Zakic, Lainey Lambert, Chloe Fitzpatrick, Jaiden Lowery and Coach Ryan Wiggins. The plaintiff’s team is not pictured.
 Tools for Certification Tracking and Documentation
Accurate and organized documentation is vital for managing certification assessments and dual credit programs in Career and Technical Education (CTE). To help streamline this process, we are sharing two sample tracking tools:
These tools are designed to help you:
- Track student progress toward industry certifications and post-secondary readiness.
- Maintain compliance with state and federal requirements for assessment and TEDS reporting.
- Facilitate clear communication between educators, administrators and assessment coordinators.
Why use these tools?
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Consistency: Standardize documentation across pathways, ensuring all data is complete and accessible.
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Accountability: Clear records support timely and accurate TEDS reporting, minimizing errors and ensuring students receive credit for their achievements.
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Preparation: Streamlined processes allow educators to focus on instruction while ensuring readiness for assessments.
How to use them:
- Follow the Yearly Checklist to prepare, communicate, and execute certification assessments throughout the school year.
- Use the Results Summary to document student outcomes for certifications and dual credit courses, ensuring all fields and required documentation (e.g., certificates, grade reports) are complete.
- Submit all documentation promptly to meet data entry and reporting deadlines.
These tools not only support student success but also ensure compliance with state requirements and contribute to your school’s State Report Card, including post-secondary readiness data. Consider integrating these resources into your workflow to enhance efficiency and accountability!
 Celebrate CTE Month: Share your classroom’s story!
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month is here, and we can’t wait to celebrate the incredible work happening in your classrooms and labs this February! Help us showcase your students’ achievements at the state level by participating in a short survey.
This is your chance to highlight the activities and projects your students are working on by sharing a brief description and uploading a picture or video. Your contributions will inspire others in the CTE community and help demonstrate the value and impact of CTE programs across Kentucky.
Important note: The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) and the Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE) may use the files and descriptions you upload for 2025 CTE Month and future promotional events. Please ensure all featured students have a media release form on file in your district.
Please complete the survey and share your classroom’s story!
Thank you for your dedication to your students and for helping us celebrate the power of Career and Technical Education. We look forward to seeing the incredible things happening in your classrooms!
The NALS ALP exam beta testing is here!
View the 2025 Accredited Legal Professional (ALP) exam outline, the ALP is ready for beta testing, and NALS is thrilled to invite you to participate! This updated, high-quality 100-question exam (now in a single part) is designed to prepare students for success in the legal support profession. Test takers will have 90 minutes to complete the exam.
Beta testing dates: Jan. 27 – Feb. 16
Complete the ALP Beta Registration if you wish to participate!
Special rates are available for beta testers, and ALP-certified individuals can preview the exam for free. Feedback is encouraged via focus groups or email—details are in the registration form.
Thank you for your patience and support as we navigated this process. Let’s work together to shape the future of legal education!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Amanda Bureau for any questions or feedback.
 LPS and health science instructors watch as Lt. Brent Billings demonstrates American Heart Association (AHA), Basic Life Support (BLS) protocols for his Instructor certification test.
AHA BLS training participation rises
LPS and health science instructors came together in the 2024 fall semester to earn their AHA BLS instructor certification to maximize their ability to facilitate the required instruction for student industry certification opportunities in their pathways.
Teachers in attendance also received their Stop the Bleed training and certification.
The Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE), provided financial support for the instructor portion through Perkins Technical Update Training (TUT) funds!
 A fire science student practices climbing a ladder truck under the guidance of Lt. Brent Billings, building skills for a future in public safety.
LPS Program feature: Reaching new heights!!
The 2024-2025 school year marked the launch of an exciting new fire science program in Berea Independent Schools, led by Lt. Brent Billings of the Berea Fire Department. In addition to serving as the department’s Public Information Officer, Lt. Billings brings a wealth of real-world experience to the classroom.
Students in this program are gaining hands-on training and foundational knowledge that prepare them for careers in fire service and public safety. Programs like this are opening doors for students to step into critical, high-demand fields in their communities.
 A fire science student practices climbing a ladder truck under the guidance of Lt. Brent Billings, building skills for a future in public safety.
Kentucky LPS teachers attend the 2024 LAPSEN and ACTE Vision Conference
The Law and Public Safety Education Network (LAPSEN) and Association for Career and Technical Education's (ACTE's) CareerTech VISION is the must-attend event for LPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) professionals.
The 2024 conference was held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas, VISION offers comprehensive programming covering high-quality CTE in secondary and postsecondary environments, as well as emerging trends in the field to help career and technical educators thrive in their careers.
2025 LAPSEN and ACTE Vision Conference
Save the Dates: Nashville, TN
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LAPSEN Conference: 12/8-12/10, 2025
- Monday, 12/8, Pre-Conference Sessions Only (additional cost)
- ACTE Vision Conference: 12/10-12/13, 2025
ICYMI: Forward planning for professional development funds--- mark your calendars!
Pre-Law Pathway Professional Development: Thursday, March 13
The Kentucky Department of Education's (KDE's) Office of Career and Technical Education will be reimbursing your districts substitute and mileage expenses to attend our meeting at KDE, 300 Sower Blvd., Frankfort.
Agenda Highlights:
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2025-2026 Program of Studies Walkthrough and LAPSEN Resource Review
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NALS Partnerships and555555 ALP Exam Implementation and Best Practices
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AI in the CTE Classroom
- Improving Student Performance with Mock Trial Opportunities
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Collaborative Planning and Sharing to exchange resources, connect with colleagues, and shape the future of LPS programs. Bring materials and resources to share during the Pair and Share session.
We’re excited to bring educators together for this engaging and impactful day. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, collaborate and inspire!
Please complete the registration form by Friday, Feb. 7. Don’t forget to also complete the Vendor Registration Form for mileage reimbursement and ensure you’re ready for your district to receive their substitute reimbursement (additional details provided in email sent on 12/9/2024).
Kentucky Fire Commission Methodology Courses for fire science instructors
Attention fire science instructors: Several Instructional Methodology Update VILT (Virtual Instructor Led Training) courses have been scheduled through the end of the year to help meet the Kentucky Fire Instructor re-certification requirement of eight hours of Category BB Methodology every four years.
This is a convenient option to stay compliant. Registration is simple—use the links below to sign up anytime before the course begins. Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email with the course link (check your spam folder if it doesn’t appear). Please note: Participants must keep their cameras on and remain attentive throughout the course, per Kentucky Fire Commission VILT rules.
Upcoming Courses:
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Feb. 19, 2025 | 6–10 p.m. ET / 5–9 p.m. CT
Register
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March 24, 2025 | 6–10 p.m. ET / 5–9 p.m. CT
Register
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April 13, 2025 | 6–10 p.m. ET / 5–9 p.m. CT
Register
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May 18, 2025 | 6–10 p.m. ET / 5–9 p.m. CT
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June 18, 2025 | 6–10 p.m. ET / 5–9 p.m. CT
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This information has also been shared via email to all fire science instructors. If you have questions, please contact Casey Hall.
SAVE THE DATES
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KACTE 2026: July 20-23 (Monday-Thursday, Monday pre-conferences only)
NTI year one and two teachers will be registered by NTI staff. You will need to get your travel, mileage, lodging and meal reimbursements approved by your school and/or district based on your school's process and policies as well as booking your lodging.
KSP and OCTE partner to bring KYOPS Report Writing System to LE Services Instructors
The Kentucky Department of Education's Office of Career and Technical Education would like to feature and send many thanks to Brandon Cobb, branch manager with the Kentucky State Police’s Division of Records Management.
With more than 17 years of service, Cobb has been a critical partner in giving our LE Services teachers access to Kentucky's Open Portal System (KYOPS) operating system this school year. His work has opened up authentic, hands-on learning opportunities for students, bringing real-world law enforcement tools right into the state's classrooms.
Cobb’s commitment and support will make a real difference, helping educators create meaningful, industry-level experiences for their students. We’re grateful for our partnership with Kentucky State Police and for their willingness to provide these opportunities and being a valuable ally in preparing the next generation of public safety professionals.
If you were unable to attend the Nov. 6 virtual training on KYOPS and wish to learn more, please contact Erica Settelen for account creation.
Adecco Youth Employment Solutions (YES) Work-Based Learning Program
The Adecco Youth Employment Solutions (YES) Work-Based Learning Program can support you in overcoming barriers when seeking out employment opportunities for your Law and Public Safety (LPS) pathway students. Some of the common barriers may be child labor laws and workers' compensation insurance.
- Child Labor Laws: This training will walk you through the child labor laws, explain the “exemptions for bona-fide student learners,” help you create a program that complies and ensures the best interest of the student.
- Workers Compensation Insurance: Your insurance carrier may not allow you to hire underage. Via the staffing model, Adecco becomes the employer of record. Adecco takes on workers compensation insurance, manages all administrative human resources duties and payroll for the students, and provides long-term management and support of the students
The Kentucky Department of Education's (KDE's) Work-Based Learning Manual is a collaborative effort to provide all stakeholders with information on various types of work-based learning such as job shadowing, mentoring, service learning, entrepreneurship programs, school-based enterprises, internship, cooperative education and youth-apprenticeship opportunities. In addition, the manual includes an overview of legal issues and structural guidance for implementing work-based learning at a school level.
KDE's Work-Based Learning Resource webpage has downloadable sample forms and promotional infographics to help document and advertise your work-based learning opportunities.
For specific course code information on WBL opportunities in career pathways, please refer to the Program of Studies.
For work-based learning questions, please contact Tina Brogli. For Adecco YES Program questions, please contact Mary Taylor.
Street Law Resource Library new and improved
They're kicking off the new year with a showcase of Street Law’s top resources!
It features the top five most downloaded resources—the go-to Street Law materials that teachers count on to spark student engagement and critical thinking. It also highlights five top picks from the Street Law staff.
These favorites include innovative tools that help facilitate conversations on contested issues and challenge learners to view the world through new perspectives.
Check out the new and improved Street Law Library of Instructional Resources.
- No more checkout process
- Simplified account creation
- Improved search functionality
- New filtering feature
- Heart your favorite resources
The same great Street Law resources you count on!
Supplies Overseas
Supplies Overseas offers field trips, community service opportunities and free supplies for current health science teachers. They can work with you too!
The annual Kentucky Association for Career and Technical Education Conference is a great time to give this place a look while you're already in Louisville.
Educators can walk in, grab a basket and shop. Teachers also can order items online and have it delivered or pick them up the same day you have an arranged field trip and/or community service day.
For more information, email education manager Chanda Fowler.
Updates for Fire Science Programs:
Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) and KDE's Office of Career and Technical Education release Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) agreement
Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, students with Fire Science Program of Studies course codes successfully transcripted will be eligible to request approval for credit for prior learning credits upon enrolling in a KCTCS campus offering the Fire Science degree program.
Learn more about the CPL agreements by visiting the KCTCS High School Articulation homepage and the KDE Articulated Credit webpage. The approved agreement for fire science is published here for use in the 2024-2025 school year and beyond. The CTE2KCTCS digital form to be completed and submitted by the student can be found on the KDE Law and Public Safety webpage.
These credits can be pursued with or without prior participation in dual credit coursework.
For more information about Fire Science CPL opportunities, email Erica Settelen or Casey Hall
Kentucky Fire Commission and OCTE announce Apprentice I and II Industry Certification opportunities
The Kentucky Fire Commission has established two firefighter certification levels for students enrolled in Kentucky Department of Education-sponsored Fire Science programs.
Students will engage in hands-on and lecture training in an environment that allows them to work toward certification as a Kentucky Apprentice I Firefighter (100 hours of training) and as a Kentucky Apprentice II Firefighter (200 hours of training). These programs enable students to acquire knowledge and aptitude of fire service administration and firefighting tasks while still in high school, as these credentials can be issued younger than the age of 18. This allows students to meet postsecondary readiness measures and accrue necessary skills toward service as a career or volunteer firefighter.
All Apprentice I or II hours earned will carry over and count toward the earning of the higher-level certification with the Kentucky Fire Commission, Basic I (115 hour) and Basic II (300 hour) certifications. The Basic I and II certifications – even if all hours are earned – cannot be issued until the student is at least 18 years old.
These certifications are only available to students enrolled in a KDE-sponsored Fire Science pathway.
- Apprentices I and II are exclusive to approved CTE Fire Science programs.
- Hours earned toward certification need to be logged in KyFires. Certification will be issued after students satisfy all training hours and instructors have submitted them for approval for certification in the KyFires portal.
- A copy of the student's certification should be provided to them, retained in the student's home high school cumulative folder and entered into the Technical Education Database System upon earning.
- For more information, email Mary Adams, KCTCS training records specialist.
NOCTI-Criminal Justice-Advanced
- If you have selected the NOCTI-Criminal Justice-Advanced for your students' industry certification exam, please ensure you're administering the correct version.
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The ONLY approved version is Assessment Blueprint Code 1890 for it to count for career readiness.
- If your building assessment coordinator cannot see this option to order in the NOCTI online client services center, please contact Randi VanHemert.
- This assessment is approved for law enforcement services or pre-law pathways only.
- This exam phases out June 2025.
YouScience Exams serve as the assessment vendor for some of the Law Enforcement Services Pathway Stack Exam options
Stop the bleed for law enforcement services and fire science
Free access to LAPSEN resources for Kentucky LPS teachers – courtesy of OCTE
KDE's Office of Career and Technical Education covers the annual expense for all active Kentucky LPS teachers to use the Law and Public Safety Education Network's (LAPSEN's) website and resources. Instructions to create your free account can be found in Google classroom or by emailing Erica Settelen.
ICYMI: 2024 KACTE LAPSEN Session PowerPoint
- Learn about national and state perspectives
- LPS Growth
- Free resources and more!
YouTube report writing scenario
We forget how many training resources on are YouTube. Take a look at this police officer writing sample practice scenario.
Teach democracy lesson plan resource
Some of the best lesson plans can come from social studies and civics websites. CRF was one of those sites and has rebranded as Teach Democracy. New name, same great stuff.
More resources
If you need anything, reach out to info@lapsen.org and they can lead you in the right direction.
KACTE asks for member input on advocacy priorities and professional development
Kentucky ACTE Members,
We have had a lot of huge wins in the career and technical education (CTE) world over the last few years due to your support and due to the work of Kentucky Association of Career and Technical Education (KACTE) and CTE advocates. We want to continue this momentum as we move into the future.
To this end, we have created a survey to help direct our advocacy efforts around improvements in CTE legislation, policies and practices. Information from this survey will also help the KACTE Board and the CTE Summer Program planning team in determining additional professional development needed.
As we make plans, talk with legislators, and work with KACTE priorities, we want to ensure that we are meeting the needs of you, our KACTE members. This survey will take a lot of the guess work out of determining where to place our time and efforts. It is a short survey that will only take a few minutes of your time but could have lasting outcomes for CTE as we move forward.
THANK YOU in advance for taking the time to provide this crucial information, and we look forward to reviewing the results. Do not forget that together we have a very loud voice that does impact the decisions that are being made. We appreciate you.
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