Initial Certified Evaluation Training
All NEW EVALUATORS must attend this 2-day, 12-hour EILA credit training, per 704 KAR 3:370 and KRS 156.557 and pass the corresponding assessment.
This training is for NEW evaluators of certified personnel only. Initial Certified Evaluation may be obtained virtually OR in person. Trainings often fill up quickly. If the training date you select fills prior to your registration, you will receive a separate email within a few days asking for your second choice.
 In-Person Initial Certified Evaluation Training Dates and Locations:
- July 10-11 @ West Kentucky Educational Cooperative - Eddyville (max. 60)
- July 15-16 @ Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative - Hazard (max. 60)
- July 30-31 @ Kentucky Educational Development Corporation - Lexington (max. 48)
- Aug. 19-20 @ Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative - Shelbyville (max. 60)
- Aug. 26-27 @ Southeast/South-Central Educational Cooperative - London (max. 44)
- Sept. 10-11 @ Green River Regional Educational Cooperative - Bowling Green (max. 60)
- Sept. 16-17 @ Northern Kentucky Cooperative for Educational Services - Cold Spring (max. 36)
- Oct. 14-15 @ Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative - Shelbyville (max. 60)
- Oct. 21-22 @ Central Kentucky Educational Cooperative - Lexington (max. 40)
In-person training times are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. local time.
 Virtual Initial Certified Evaluation Training Dates:
- Nov. 18-19
- Dec. 2-3
- Jan. 21-22, 2026
- Feb. 10-11, 2026
Certified Evaluation UPDATE Training
The 6-hour P3 Certified Evaluation UPDATE training meets the requirements outlined in 704 KAR 3:370 and KRS 156.557 that all EXPERIENCED EVALUATORS must attend a 6-hour EILA-approved training, annually.
This training is for evaluators of certified personnel who have already completed the 12-hour Initial Certified Evaluation training. The P3 Certified Evaluation Update training may be obtained virtually with a calibration focus OR in person with a focus on feedback. Both training options are newly designed for 2025-2026.
Trainings often fill up quickly. If the training date you select fills prior to your registration, you will receive a separate email within a few days asking for your second choice.
 In-Person Update Training Dates and Locations (Feedback Focus):
- July 8 @ Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative - Shelbyville (max. 60)
- July 21 @ Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative - Hazard (max. 60)
- Sept. 3 @ Southeast/South-Central Educational Cooperative - London (max. 44)
- Sept. 9 @ West Kentucky Educational Cooperative - Eddyville (max. 60)
- Sept. 25 @ Green River Regional Educational Cooperative - Bowling Green (max. 60)
- Oct. 28 @ Kentucky Educational Development Corporation - Lexington (max. 48)
In-person training times are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. local time.
Virtual Update Training Dates (Calibration Focus):
- June 17
- June 24
- July 28
- Aug. 5
- Nov. 4
- Feb. 16, 2026
Virtual training times are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ET.
The Power of Teacher and Staff Voice: A Deep Dive into Impact KY
Tuesday, April 22, 1-2 p.m. ET
This session introduces participants to the Impact KY Working Conditions Survey, emphasizing the role of teacher and staff voice in shaping school and district improvement. Leaders will explore how past survey data has driven change and discuss strategies to build staff engagement for the upcoming survey.
Suggested Participants: New District, School and Teacher Leaders
Taking the Pulse: What Have We Learned Since the Last Impact KY Survey?
Tuesday, April 22, 3-4 p.m. ET
Before launching the next survey cycle, leaders will have an opportunity to reflect on past Impact KY results. This session will guide participants through a structured review of previous survey data, helping them identify strengths, growth areas and shifts in teacher and staff perceptions. Leaders will discuss what insights should inform the upcoming survey and how to communicate key takeaways with stakeholders.
Suggested Participants: District, School and Teacher Leaders
The Power of Teacher and Staff Voice: A Deep Dive into Impact KY
Thursday, April 24, 9-10 a.m. ET
This session introduces participants to the Impact KY Working Conditions Survey, emphasizing the role of teacher and staff voice in shaping school and district improvement. Leaders will explore how past survey data has driven change and discuss strategies to build staff engagement for the upcoming survey.
Suggested Participants: New District, School and Teacher Leaders
Taking the Pulse: What Have We Learned Since the Last Impact KY Survey?
Thursday, April 24, 11 a.m.-noon ET
Before launching the next survey cycle, leaders will have an opportunity to reflect on past Impact KY results. This session will guide participants through a structured review of previous survey data, helping them identify strengths, growth areas and shifts in teacher and staff perceptions. Leaders will discuss what insights should inform the upcoming survey and how to communicate key takeaways with stakeholders.
Suggested Participants: District, School and Teacher Leaders
Summer Professional Learning Opportunities
Groundswell Summit 2025
Registration is open for the Prichard Committee's 2025 Groundswell Summit and Annual Meeting in Paducah, on June 9-10. Join us for an exciting event that will ignite your passion for education! The 2025 Groundswell Summit is a must-attend gathering of educators, parents and community leaders who are committed to transforming education in Kentucky. This in-person event will be held at the Paducah Convention Center at 415 Park St., Paducah.
Get ready for inspiring keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities that will leave you energized and ready to make a real difference in Kentucky schools. Don’t miss this chance to lead the way in transforming education across the state– join us in building a bold, brighter future for all.
*Save $50 with early bird registration that ends April 10.
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Safe Schools and Communities Conference
June 10-11, Great Crossing High School, Georgetown
The two-day Safe Schools and Communities Conference is free of charge and is open to principals, law enforcement officers, school administrators, safe school coordinators, directors of pupil personnel and school personnel.
Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendance at this conference includes membership in the Kentucky Association of School Resource Officers and the Kentucky DARE Association for law enforcement participants. EILA credit is pending for educators.
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Kentucky's Read to Succeed Summer Conference
Anita Archer, the keynote speaker and educational consultant to state departments and school districts on explicit instruction and literacy, has presented in all 50 states, all U.S. territories and many countries – including Australia and Canada – and has received 10 awards honoring her educational contributions. Archer has served on the faculties of three universities, including the University of Washington, the University of Oregon and San Diego State University. She is nationally known for her professional learning and she has co-authored numerous curriculum materials and a best-selling textbook addressing reading and writing.
The conference, which will require registration but will be free to Kentucky K-12 public educators, will offer focused learning pathways to meet the needs of teachers and administrators. Attendees will learn from KDE Office of Teaching and Learning consultants and partners about:
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Evidence-based instructional shifts for literacy;
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The benefits of structured literacy;
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Why high-quality instructional resources matter; and
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Available resources for implementing the Read to Succeed Act.
Mark your calendar for this June 13 event and stay tuned for registration information.
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