Commissioner's Principal Advisory Council Meeting
Tuesday, June 3, 10 a.m. ET
The Commissioner’s Principals Advisory Council (PrAC) will meet virtually on June 3 at 10 a.m. ET.
The purpose of PrAC is to provide direct input to Kentucky’s commissioner of education about important issues in Kentucky schools. The goal of the council is to ensure excellent teaching and learning is happening in every classroom in every Kentucky school.
Principals are invited to watch the PrAC meetings live or access on demand. School leaders are always encouraged to reach out to PrAC representatives to let your voice be heard as well.
 New Date Added for Certified Evaluation UPDATE Training
Now is the time to register for a Certified Evaluation Update training session. 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 12 - Recently Added!
- June 17 (Session closed at max. capacity of 60)
- June 24 (Session closed at max. capacity of 60)
- July 28 (Session closed at max. capacity of 60)
- Aug. 5
- Nov. 4
- Feb. 16, 2026
Virtual training times are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ET.
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
Registration for Fall 2025 Cognitive Coaching Cohort
The P3 Team is excited to announce that 20 school leaders will be selected to attend Cognitive Coaching training on FULL SCHOLARSHIPS during the fall of the 2025-2026 school year. Scholarship recipients will be selected through a competitive application process.
Cognitive Coaching is an eight-day, game-changing professional learning opportunity for school leaders.
Additional Important Information:
Scholarship recipients must commit to attending all eight days of the training with a signed superintendent approval.
Training Dates:
- Days 1 and 2: Sept. 5 and 8
- Days 3 and 4: Sept. 18-19
- Days 5 and 6: Oct. 23-24
- Days 7 and 8: Dec. 11-12
All eight days of training will be held at the Kentucky Department of Education (300 Sower Blvd. Frankfort).
Summer Professional Learning Opportunities
Central Kentucky EDUCON
June 11-12, Eastern Kentucky University
EDUCON is a premier educational showcase and learning opportunity for teachers, principals and district leaders.
Participants will have the opportunity to choose breakout sessions led by school districts from across the Central Kentucky region and beyond. You will not just come away with a good idea or two; you will gain an abundance of great ideas and best practices that you can immediately apply in your classroom, school or district.
Participants will hear from two distinguished keynote speakers. The Day 1 starting lineup will be led by two-time national champion for the University of Kentucky basketball team, Jeff Sheppard, who will take the "court" and share his insight. On Day 2, artificial intelligence and EdTech expert, Brian Buffington, will rock the stage with mega hits to inspire you.
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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.
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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, is an educational consultant to state departments and school districts on explicit instruction and literacy. She 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.
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