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 May 14, 2025
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Resources for Summer Learning
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) supports family engagement all year long. Learning can continue even when school is not in session. The summer months are an opportunity to further encourage families to enjoy literacy and numeracy experiences together in their own homes.
New Resources Added to Approved K-12 High-Quality Instructional Resources List for Reading and Writing
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) previously released approved lists of K-12 high-quality instructional resources (HQIRs) for reading and writing and mathematics, focusing on Tier 1 core comprehensive resources. A core comprehensive instructional resource is one that serves as the primary means of instruction in a content area for a grade level or course. These lists are designed to assist superintendents in navigating the complex marketplace of educational resources. Kentucky law, specifically KRS 160.345, places the authority for developing local curriculum, including the selection of instructional materials, with local superintendents, following appropriate consultation.
Amplify Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA), 3rd Edition (K-5) and ThinkCERCA Core Curriculum (6-12) have recently been added to the approved list for reading and writing. Earlier editions of Amplify CKLA (K-5) were previously included on the KDE approved list; Amplify CKLA, 3rd Edition (K-5, 2026) maintains the research basis, program structure and pedagogy of previous editions while enhancing the user experience. ThinkCERCA Core Curriculum (6-12) was recently reviewed by EdReports and received a green rating as a core comprehensive program for secondary English/language arts.
While all materials on the approved list meet the KDE standards for HQIRs and have been informed by feedback from the Quality Curriculum Taskforce, districts are encouraged to conduct thorough local reviews to ensure that selected materials align with their specific needs and the local instructional vision. Off-list notification is still protected and allowable per KRS 156.445.
Supporting End-of-Year Step-backs for HQIR Implementation
End-of-year step-backs are designed to support district and school leadership teams as they examine progress towards their high-quality instructional resource (HQIR) implementation goals, identify key successes, learn from and solve significant challenges and make adjustments for the next year.
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TODAY: Holocaust Education Webinar: Using Historical Newspapers as Primary Sources in Social Studies and ELA
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has collaborated with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) to showcase what a Holocaust education learning experience aligned to the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Social Studies and the KAS for Reading and Writing looks like in practice. This webinar is designed to deepen participants’ Holocaust education content knowledge and pedagogy.
Standards Quick Links
KYstandards.org
Model Curriculum Framework webpage
Standards Resources webpage
KY Academic Standards webpage
CONTACT INFORMATION
standards@education.ky.gov
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