Question of the Week
Q: Is there a new vendor for the Junior State Administration of the College Admissions Exam?
A: Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, the College Board will provide the SAT for the state administration of the college admissions exam as required by KRS 158.6453. The College Board was awarded the contract through Kentucky’s official procurement process and will bring both experience and familiarity to districts across the Commonwealth.
Many districts are already familiar with the College Board through the Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams. This existing relationship is expected to ease the transition and support a smooth implementation across Kentucky high schools.
The SAT Junior State Administration is an adaptive exam. It is a two hour and 14-minute exam that assesses students’ reading, writing, math, and science skills. The test has two sections, Reading & Writing and Math, generating a score for each section on a 200-800 scale. Through its unique design, the SAT also delivers an Analysis in Science score generated by students’ performance on relevant questions within the Reading & Writing and Math sections.
This transition will provide students with a high-quality assessment that continues to support Postsecondary Readiness. The SAT benchmark scores that determine academic readiness are established by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education. More information can be found on how SAT assesses college and career readiness.
In preparation for this transition, multiple training opportunities will be offered to help educators and administrators understand the new platform and testing process.
More information will be shared during the DAC Webcast on Thursday, July 10, and the Superintendent’s Webcast on Tuesday, July 15.
For any questions, please contact Christen Roseberry.
Final Submission of Allegations in Caveon Core by July 3
District Assessment Coordinators (DACs) are reminded to submit any outstanding allegations related to the 2024–2025 school year into the Caveon Core system as soon as possible. The final deadline for submission is the close of business on Thursday, July 3. Prompt and accurate submission of allegations ensures KDE can properly review and address any concerns related to test security and integrity.
If a district has allegations that cannot be filed by the deadline, please contact Beth Bales to discuss the situation.
New District Assessment Coordinator Seminar
New and recently hired District Assessment Coordinators (DACs) and Building Assessment Coordinators (BACs) are invited to attend the Kentucky Association of Assessment Coordinators’ (KAAC) New DAC Seminar. It will be held on Thursday, July 31, beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET at 300 Sower Blvd. in Frankfort where the Kentucky Department of Education offices are located.
The workshop will provide information that every new DAC needs to know, focusing on the role of assessment and accountability in schools and districts. DACs will have time to develop an understanding of accountability in Kentucky, as well as network with other DACs and KDE staff.
The meeting will be facilitated by KAAC board members focused on making sure each new DAC has a smooth transition into this essential job. The workshop features networking time to meet other DACs and KDE staff. DACs and BACs of any experience level are invited to attend the New DAC Seminar. Please complete the New DAC Seminar Form to register.
When:
July 31, 9 a.m. ET
Where:
KDE Building 300 Sower Blvd. Frankfort, KY
How to Attend: Registration Link
Please contact Bethany Jones for any questions about the New DAC Seminar.
2025 Scott Trimble Workshop - Call for Presenters
The 2025 Scott Trimble Workshop will be held on October 27-28. Schools or districts interested in presenting at the 2025 Scott Trimble Workshop should complete the Proposal Form to be considered as presenters. We are very excited to learn from our great districts across the state!
To be a Presenter: Registration Form
Please contact Bethany Jones for any questions about Scott Trimble Workshops.
DAC and BAC of the Year Award – Nominations Open
The Kentucky Association of Assessment Coordinators (KAAC) Board is now accepting nominations for District Assessment Coordinator (DAC) of the Year and Building Assessment Coordinator (BAC) of the Year awards. Winners will be recognized at the Scott Trimble Workshop in October.
Please consider nominating a deserving BAC or DAC using the links below:
DAC of the Year Nomination Form
BAC of the Year Nomination Form
For questions about the nomination forms or process, please contact KAAC Board Manager, Bethany Jones.
Reminder: Deadline for G-Codes to be Entered into Infinite Campus (IC) for 2024-2025 School Year
The end of the school year is a very busy time, and there are many actions to take to complete the year. As a reminder, the Graduation Codes (G-Codes) are due soon. Rodney Bennett, with the Division of District Services, monitors G-code entry, and the Office of Assessment and Accountability (OAA) will use that data for Graduation Rate reporting this fall in the School Report Card. The deadline for the G-code end status and graduation tab to be entered in IC for regular graduates is Tuesday, June 30. The G-code end status and graduation tab must be completed in IC for all summer school graduates by Thursday, July 31. OAA will run and provide districts with initial graduation rates based on final-year G-codes as of June 30. OAA will also monitor for any data quality issues and follow-up with District Assessment Coordinators (DACs) in July and calculate final graduation rates in early August based on any changes from summer graduates.
For assistance with cohort questions, in the Student Data Review and Rosters (SDRR) application, click on the I NEED HELP button and choose Cohort. For questions, please contact KDEassessment or call (502) 564-9853.
KDE Offices Closed
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.
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