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 Mar. 18, 2026
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Learning Acceleration webpage is now live on KY Standards Website
The Learning Acceleration webpage is now live on the KY Standards General Resources page of KyStandards.org. This newly developed section provides educators with evidence-based guidance and resources designed to support and enhance efforts to accelerate student learning during the summer and the academic school year.
Available resources include:
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Accelerating Learning During the Summer and Academic School Year - This guidance document focuses on evidence-based strategies for accelerating student learning through summer learning programs and during the academic school year. Also included are best practices for developing effective summer programs to address achievement gaps.
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Aligning Tier 2 Intervention with Tier 1 instruction When Using an HQIR – This resource supports districts in creating greater coherence for all students and explains why aligning intervention at Tier 2 is a critical aspect of HQIR implementation. The document also offers practical guidance to accelerate learning by providing students at lower readiness levels the “just-in-time” support required to benefit from the instruction in the Tier 1 classroom.
White Paper: Learning Acceleration to Close Achievement Gaps – This newly developed resource addresses some of the common challenges educators face when considering how to accelerate student progress toward proficiency. This white paper builds understanding around what is meant by learning acceleration, how it differs from remediation and how to develop an effective acceleration model.
Civics Literacy Webinar: Recording Now Available
Districts and schools can now access the recording of the Civics Literacy Webinar designed to support implementation of KRS 158.141(1), the state Civics Literacy Requirement, on the Civics Literacy Requirement webpage. The recording provides an overview of the three options available to schools and districts for fulfilling the civics literacy requirement as well as information on the updated civics test. Further information is shared about programs that can support implementation.
Specifically, the recording includes support for schools and districts in implementing the .5 credit standalone civics course option. The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Office of Teaching and Learning strongly encourages this option as a way to fulfill the state civics literacy requirement.
Individuals may reach out to KDE Social Studies Team with questions regarding the three options.
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Standards Quick Links
KYstandards.org
Model Curriculum Framework webpage
Standards Resources webpage
KY Academic Standards webpage
Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference
NOW AVAILABLE: Conference Schedule at a Glance & Hotel Information for the third annual Kentucky Reads to Succeed Summer Conference at The Galt House in Louisville, Kentucky beginning on Monday, June 8. Registration will be required but is free to all public school K-12 educators.
The Schedule at a Glance is available NOW!
Start your hotel reservation to lock in a discounted rate by 05/08/2026!
Revised KyMTSS Self-Assessment Tool 2.0
The updated KyMTSS Self-Assessment Tool 2.0 is now available, reflecting Kentucky’s common language and six essential MTSS elements. Version 2.0 maintains the structure of the previous tool while offering streamlined guidance, expanded action‑planning support and additional resources. It helps school and district teams reflect on current practices, identify strengths and growth areas, access embedded tools and templates, and develop actionable short‑ and long‑term improvement plans.
CONTACT INFO
standards@education.ky.gov
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Approved Effective Instructional Leadership Act (EILA) Trainings Available on the PLBB
The Effective Instructional Leadership Act (EILA) supports high-quality instructional leadership across Kentucky by requiring instructional leaders, as defined in KRS 156.101, to complete 21 hours of intensive training each year. EILA approved trainings align with the characteristics of professional development outlined in 704 KAR 3:035.
For instructional leaders needing annual EILA hours, there are approved trainings available on the Kentucky Professional Learning Bulletin Board (PLBB). You can search for both self-paced and in-person options through the catalog.
Districts submit the annual EILA report, including any instructional leader who does not complete the 21 hours, to KDE by August 30 each year through the EILA web app. Refer to KRS 156.101, Section 4 (d) for more information regarding reporting requirements.
For more information or questions regarding EILA contact the KDE EILA team.
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