 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
Last Chance to Register for the Kentucky Assistant Principal Cohort Kick-Off Event on July 17
 Assistant principals exchange ideas at the 2024 Assistant Principal Cohort Kick-Off event.
The Kentucky Assistant Principal Cohort Kick-off event is just around the corner on July 17 at the Green River Regional Educational Cooperative in Bowling Green 9 a.m.-4 p. m. CT. Don't miss your chance to register for this opportunity to network with assistant principals across the state to exchange ideas and engage in round-table discussions and activities!
This year's agenda includes:
- Conversations with Commissioner Fletcher
- PBIS Model School Presentation
- Panel Discussion: Preparing for the Principalship
- A Dive into your FREE copy of Motivating & Inspiring Teachers: The Educational Leader's Guide for Building Staff Morale
- Simulation-based Experiential Learning
- Action Planning for 2025-2026 and more!
Mark Your Calendar for 2025-2026 Assistant Principal Cohort Meetings
All assistant principals are invited to join the cohort to participate in monthly Zoom sessions, even if you are not able to attend the July kick-off event. Sessions are free of charge and EILA credit will be available. All participants who attend at least one session will receive a free copy of the book, "Motivating & Inspiring Teachers."
- Aug. 28
- Sept. 23 (a.m. only)
- Oct. 30
- Nov. 12
- Dec. 9
- Jan. 8
- Feb. 18
- March 10
*Monthly virtual meetings will be from 9:30-10:30 a.m. ET and 1:30-2:30 p.m. ET on the Zoom platform. Choose the time that works best for your schedule.
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Certified Evaluation UPDATE Training
Are you looking for a way to fulfill your required six hours of annual Certified Evaluation Update Training? P3 is offering multiple in-person and virtual opportunities centered around your choice of two focus areas, calibration (virtual) and feedback (in-person). Sessions are filling up quickly. Register now before it's too late!
 In-Person Update Training Dates and Locations (Feedback Focus):
- July 8: Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative - Shelbyville (Session closed at max. capacity of 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):
- July 28 (Session closed at max. capacity of 60)
- Aug. 5 (Session closed at max. capacity of 60)
- Nov. 4
- Feb. 16, 2026
Virtual training times are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ET.
*Email Emily Satterly if you'd like to be added to the waiting list for any closed session.
2025-2026 Kentucky Principal Network
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The P3 Team and educational cooperative leaders across the state are joining forces to continue the Kentucky Principal Network in 2025-2026. This collaborative support is designed for principals and assistant principals to learn, problem solve and collaborate with other leaders to hear and explore fresh ideas about real-world challenges principals face. |
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to network and collaborate with other school leaders across the state (without leaving your building). Stay connected with roundtable topics, leveled discussions and problem solving. Kentucky Principal Network opportunities are 100% free and EILA credit will be available.
Mark Your Calendar for 2025-2026 Kentucky Principal Network Meetings
- Sept. 19
- Nov. 7
- Jan. 14 (EdCamp)
- March 13
*All meetings will be held virtually from 9 a.m.-noon. ET, except EdCamp, which is a 6-hour event. More information will be coming soon!
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.
Legislative Updates of Interest
SB 181, Traceable Communication
- Does not restrict electronic communication between a student and family member who is a school district employee or volunteer.
- “Family member” means a parent, brother, sister, son, daughter, aunt, uncle or grandparent;
- “Parent” means a parent, legal guardian, or other person or agency responsible for a student;
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A parent may submit written consent to authorize a designated school district employee or volunteer who is not a family member to communicate electronically with his or her child outside of the traceable communication system.
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Notification to parents
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Handling complaints of unauthorized electronic communication
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Notify the parent of each student.
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If the individual is a certified employee, notify the Education Professional Standards Board, investigate allegations and proceed with appropriate disciplinary action.
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If the individual is classified, investigate and proceed with appropriate disciplinary action.
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If the individual is a volunteer, investigate and if substantiated, prohibit from future volunteer activities.
HB 48, Certified Evaluation
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KRS 156.557 The system shall require annual summative evaluations for each teacher or other professional who has not attained continuing service status under KRS 161.740 or continuing status under KRS 156.800(7). The system shall require summative evaluations [at least] once every five (5) [three (3)] years for a teacher or other professional who has attained continuing service status under KRS 161.740 or continuing status under KRS 156.800(7), principals, assistant principals, and other certified administrators.
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Additional summative evaluations may be performed at the discretion of the immediate supervisor of a teacher or other professional based upon a case-by-case analysis of the performance criteria set forth in subsection (4) of this section but shall not be imposed as a uniform requirement across the system.
- Convene the district 50/50 Committee to discuss revisions to the CEP:
- Discuss any needed changes to sources of evidence
- Discuss frequency or timelines for sources of evidence
- Discuss requirements for formative years
- Discuss any impact or revisions to decision rules
- Discuss other changes that impact practice and policy
For more information regarding these and other topics of interest, view the video recording of the June meeting of the Commissioner's Principals Advisory Council.
Upcoming Professional Learning Opportunities
Division of Early Literacy Work Sessions for District and School Leaders
Empower your leadership journey by participating in free powerful learning opportunities for district and school leaders to connect, grow and lead with impact. The "Work Sessions for District & School Leaders" document outlines a series of dynamic virtual sessions designed to support your leadership in advancing early literacy and instructional excellence.
These sessions, led by KDE's Division of Early Literacy regional principal support leaders, offer practical tools like the Leadership Levers Dashboard, deep dives into professional learning communities, and a thought-provoking book study on "Switch" by Chip and Dan Heath.
Whether you're looking to refine your action plans, structure impactful professional development or monitor HQIR implementation, there's something here for every leader committed to student success.
- Sessions begin June 17 and run through Sept. 30, 2025.
- Book Study kicks off July 9, 2025.
Let’s come together to inspire change, celebrate small wins and build momentum for literacy success.
Get connected. Get inspired. Let’s lead forward—together.
All the information is attached below in PDF format.
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Kentucky Continuous Improvement Summit
Sept. 22-23, Central Bank Center, Lexington
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) and Cognia® invite you to a two-day event designed to elevate your impact in education. Registration is now open for the 2025 Kentucky Continuous Improvement Summit on Sept. 22-23 at the Central Bank Center in Lexington!
This year’s keynote speaker is Missy Testerman, the 2024 National Teacher of the Year. She teaches English as a second language to students from kindergarten through 8th grade and is a passionate advocate for her students, their families and fellow teachers. A Tennessee native and first-generation college graduate, Testerman takes pride in her former students’ success and is dedicated to ensuring the next generation receives a broadened education while living in a rural setting. She emphasizes the importance of teachers holding high expectations for all students from the moment they step into the classroom.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your professional learning, strengthen existing relationships or tackle unique challenges with fresh strategies, this conference is for you. Don’t miss this opportunity to spark new ideas, gain insights from KDE leaders and join Kentucky’s continuous improvement movement.
Visit the 2025 Kentucky Continuous Improvement Summit registration webpage to register.
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Check out the Principal Calendar for more professional development opportunities.
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