Kentucky Department of Education to host Kaleidoscope Community of Practice sessions

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Press Release


Media Contact: Jennifer Ginn

Director of Communications

Office: (502) 564-2000

jennifer.ginn@education.ky.gov

Advisory 25-196

 

Aug. 5, 2025


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Kentucky Department of Education to host Kaleidoscope Community of Practice sessions

(FRANKFORT, KY) – Join the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) for the next round of Kaleidoscope Community of Practice sessions for special education teachers.

Through the Community of Practice, special education teachers will expand their understanding of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) through collaboration and co-creation. Teachers will leave the Community of Practice with a collection of resources, tools and skills that will grow their capacity to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Participants must attend one monthly session. Virtual sessions are from 4:30-6:30 p.m. ET or 5-7 p.m. ET.

  • Session 1 (October, full-day, in-person): multiple dates and locations TBD by participants.
  • Session 2 (Two hours, virtual): Nov. 13 or Nov. 19
  • Session 3 (Two hours, virtual): Jan. 14, 2026, or Jan. 22, 2026
  • Session 4 (Two hours, virtual): Feb. 11, 2026, or Feb. 19, 2026
  • Session 5 (March 2026, full-day, in-person): multiple dates and locations TBD by participants

Free teacher kits will be given to participants who complete all five sessions.

Spots are limited. Visit the 2025-2026 Kaleidoscope Community of Practice registration form for more information. Registration ends on Aug. 29.