Question of the Week
Q: Is the student participation parent notification letter template for the SAT Junior State Administration available?
A: Yes, the SAT Parent Notification Letter template can be found on the College Admissions Exam webpage under Resources.
For any questions, please contact Christen Roseberry.
Spring 2026 SAT Junior State Administration – Student Readiness Check
In preparation for test day, schools are encouraged to schedule a student readiness check. The readiness check comprises three steps: device check, exam setup, and a practice test. Taking time ahead of test day to have students log in to Bluebook with spring 2026 SAT test tickets and verify information is correct, as well as answer optional questions and select four free SAT score sends to colleges, universities, or scholarship programs is encouraged. This lowers test day anxiety, reduces issues caused by student registration errors, and allows students to interact with practice questions and universal tools.
Please Note: Student readiness activities may also be completed on the day of testing; however, testing administrators will need to plan for an additional 30 minutes of administration time in the scheduled session.
For any questions, please contact Christen Roseberry.
KSA Scripts Release
The Office of Assessment and Accountability (OAA) and Pearson will post grade-specific Kentucky Summative Assessment (KSA) scripts on the KY Portal as they become available. Grade 6 and 10 scripts are now available. Grades 3, 4 and 7 KSA Scripts will be posted the week of Feb. 16.
For any questions regarding the KSA scripts and administration, please contact Jessica Brumley.
Online Testing Toolbox Available
OAA has released the 2026 Online Testing Toolbox document. This document contains links to resources, tools, practice tests, tutorials, technical information, and accommodations information.
For questions, please contact Devon Avery.
WIDA Wants Input on Upcoming Workshops
WIDA professional learning is hard at work developing new learning opportunities, but WIDA can't do it without district and school staff input. Staff insights are essential to inform the design of upcoming workshops. WIDA invites district and school staff to complete the survey by Friday, Feb. 27 at 11:59 p.m. CT. District and school staff participation should take about 10 minutes.
For questions, please contact Chris Williams.
Submit WIDA Fellows Program Nominations
The deadline to submit 2026-2027 WIDA Fellows program nominations is Friday, Feb. 27. Twenty expert educators will be selected to join a dynamic professional learning community and provide guidance and feedback on the development of WIDA professional learning materials.
Browse the WIDA Fellows webpage to learn about the program, its benefits and the nomination process.
For questions, please contact Chris Williams.
New Focus Bulletin on Inclusive Practices for MLs with Disabilities
WIDA's latest Focus Bulletin, Inclusive Practices for Multilingual Learners (MLs) With Disabilities, spotlights how intentional advocacy, thoughtful planning and strong collaboration can transform learning experiences. It includes practical tools and an asset-based perspective to better understand the intersection of language and disability.
For questions, please contact Chris Williams.
2026 Feb. DAC Training Q&A Session Upcoming
The Division of Assessment and Accountability Support (DAAS) is hosting the fourth February District Assessment Coordinator (DAC) Training Q&A Session on Wednesday, Feb. 18. This will be the final session available.
Please register to attend the Q&A Session, either in person or online, below:
Feb. 18 - Green River Regional Educational Cooperative (GRREC) in Bowling Green (Capacity 65) or Feb. 18 Virtual Registration: GRREC
Contact Christen Roseberry with any questions or concerns surrounding the February DAC Trainings.
Reminder: Spring 2026 SAT Junior State Administration – SAT Publications Now Available
The SAT Test Coordinator, Proctor, Hall and Room Monitor Manual and Guides, as well as other important publications, are available for download on the College Board – Kentucky webpage. The manuals include information about testing accommodations, testing policies and procedures, troubleshooting tips and best practices.
For any questions, please contact Christen Roseberry.
Reminder: 2025-26 CTE EOP Assessment Testing Window Opens Feb. 23
The 2025-26 Career and Technical Education (CTE) End-of-Program (EOP) Assessment testing window opens Monday, Feb. 23. Schools have selected a consecutive two-week school testing window to complete testing. Technical support during testing will be available M-F 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. All 2025-26 CTE EOP Assessment testing must be completed by Friday, March 27. Test tickets are now available in the online testing system, E-SESS, for review and testing preparations.
The CTE EOP Assessment is available in person and must be proctored in person per 703 KAR 5:080 (August 2024), Administration Code for Kentucky’s Educational Assessment Program, and 703 KAR 5:070 Inclusion of Special Populations in the State-Required Assessment and Accountability Programs. Refer to the CTE End-of-Program (CTE EOP) Assessment Coordinator and Test Administrator Manuals for more details related to assessment administration.
Please visit the CTE EOP Assessment webpage for more information and contact the Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE) at kdeeopsupport@education.ky.gov, or Sherri Craig, OCTE, at 502-564-4286 ext. 4226 with any questions.
Reminder: 2025-26 TRACK Pre-Apprenticeship (Carpentry, Electrical, Welding) Assessment Testing Window Opens Feb. 23
The 2025-26 Tech Ready Apprentices for Careers in Kentucky Pre-Apprenticeship (TRACK) Carpentry, TRACK Electrical or TRACK Welding Assessment testing window opens Monday, Feb. 23. Schools have selected a consecutive two-week school testing window to conduct the assessment administration. Technical support during testing will be available M-F 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. TRACK Pre-Apprenticeship (Carpentry, Electrical, Welding) Assessments only pertain to schools with students enrolled in specified TRACK pathways. Not all schools participate in the TRACK program. All 2025-26 TRACK Pre-Apprenticeship Assessment testing must be completed by Friday, March 27. Test tickets are now available in the online testing system, E-SESS, for review and testing preparations.
The TRACK Pre-Apprenticeship Assessments are available in person and must be proctored in person per 703 KAR 5:080 (August 2024), Administration Code for Kentucky’s Educational Assessment Program, and 703 KAR 5:070 Inclusion of Special Populations in the State-Required Assessment and Accountability Programs. CTE EOP Assessment Coordinators and DACs/ATC Principals are responsible for the administration of TRACK Carpentry, TRACK Electrical and TRACK Welding Pre-assessments at the school level. Refer to the CTE End-of-Program (CTE EOP) Assessment Coordinator and Test Administrator Manuals and the specific TRACK Pre-Apprenticeship (Carpentry, Electrical, Welding) Assessment Instructions for more details related to assessment administration.
Please visit the Tech Ready Apprentices for Careers in Kentucky and CTE EOP Assessment web page for more information and contact the Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE) at kdeeopsupport@education.ky.gov, or Sherri Craig, OCTE, at 502-564-4286 ext. 4226 with any questions.
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