Certified Evaluation UPDATE Training
The 6-hour P3 Certified Evaluation UPDATE training meets the requirements outlined in 704 KAR 3:370 and KRS 156.557 that all EXPERIENCED EVALUATORS must attend a 6-hour EILA-approved training, annually.
This training is for evaluators of certified personnel who have already completed the 12-hour Initial Certified Evaluation training. The P3 Certified Evaluation Update training may be obtained virtually or in person. Both training options are newly designed for the 2026-2027 school year.
Training sessions often fill up quickly. Register now to secure your spot!
In-Person Update Training Dates and Locations:
- July 14: Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative, Shelbyville
- July 22: Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative, Hazard
- July 27: Logan County Career and Technical Center, Russellville*
- Sept. 1: West Kentucky Educational Cooperative, Eddyville
- Sept. 15: Southeast/South-Central Educational Cooperative, London
- Sept. 29: Green River Regional Educational Cooperative, Bowling Green
- Oct. 15: Kentucky Educational Development Corporation, Lexington
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In-person training times are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. local time, with 1 hour of required asynchronous pre-work, unless otherwise noted below.
* Logan County CTC includes all 6 hours in-person 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. CT (no pre-work requirement).
All in-person participants will receive a copy of "The IC Toolkit," a book packed with tools that school leaders and instructional coaches can use in a variety of ways to become highly proficient in the Seven Success Factors from Jim Knight's research.
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Virtual Update Training Dates:
- July 17
- July 20
- Aug. 25
- Nov. 3
Virtual training times are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. ET, with 1 hour of required asynchronous pre-work.
Register Now for the 2026-2027 Kentucky Assistant Principal Cohort
Calling all Kentucky assistant principals! The Kentucky Department of Education's P3 Team is excited to announce that the Kentucky Assistant Principal Cohort will continue for a fourth year. This cohort is designed to build the leadership capacity of assistant principals across the Commonwealth, while providing an avenue for networking and idea sharing.
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Mark your calendar for the in-person kick-off event on July 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET at the Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative in Hazard. Everyone who attends this 6-hour in-person event will receive a free copy of Joe Sanfelippo's book, "1 Minute Walk to Work: Weekly Walks to Your Greatest Year Ever." |
Join monthly virtual meetings from 9:30-10:30 a.m. ET or 1:30-2:30 p.m. ET on the Zoom platform. Choose the time that works best for your schedule.
Mark your calendar for the AP Cohort Zoom Meeting Dates:
- Aug. 26
- Sept. 24 (9:30 a.m. ET only)
- Oct. 22
- Nov. 17
- Dec. 9
- Jan. 21
- Feb. 17 (1:30 p.m. ET only)
- March 16
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Everyone who attends at least one Assistant Principal Cohort meeting in 2026-2027 will receive a free copy of "What Makes a Great Principal: The Five Pillars of Effective School Leadership" by George Couros and Allyson Apsey!
There is no cost to participate in the Kentucky Assistant Principal Cohort activities and EILA credit will be available.
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 Leadership Moves That Strengthen School Climate
The Impact Kentucky Working Conditions Survey offers valuable insight into your school’s culture. KDE is gathering examples of how principals are using this data to support staff and strengthen their schools.
Our team is developing a statewide toolkit for principals and we would appreciate learning how you focus on strengthening school culture and supporting educator well-being in your building.
You can share through a brief form or a short call – whatever works best.
Thank you for your leadership and support of positive working conditions.
Elly Gilbert
Assistant Director
Division of Educator Recruitment and Development
KDE's Office of Educator Licensure and Effectiveness
Kentucky Educator Preparation Provider Effectiveness Survey
Kentucky education preparation providers are seeking feedback on the preparation of new teachers.
Participation in the survey is optional and can be found by visiting the Kentucky Educator Preparation Provider Effectiveness Survey webpage. Please forward the survey link to building administrators.
The survey will remain open until Wednesday, July 15.
 Revised Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Reading and Writing Adopted into Law
The revised Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Reading and Writing have been adopted into law and shall be implemented in Kentucky public schools beginning in the fall 2026.
KYstandards.org houses the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS), along with key guidance and professional learning resources to support implementation. Educators can explore content‑specific tools and professional learning that support meaningful implementation of the KAS. District and school leaders also can access targeted resources to support adoption and implementation of high‑quality instructional resources.
In addition to the suite of implementation resources embedded in the implementation guide, regional educational cooperatives are hosting free professional learning opportunities throughout the summer for teachers, instructional coaches and administrators based on the upcoming Getting to Know the KAS for Reading and Writing module. This high-quality professional learning, facilitated by program consultants Leigh Turner and Tina Withorn from the Kentucky Department of Education's Division of Program Standards, will help educators synthesize the revised standards with research, evidence-based literacy practices and high-quality instructional resources. You will not want to miss the opportunity to dig into the revised standards in your region!
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Central Kentucky Educational Cooperative (CKEC)
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Green River Regional Educational Cooperative (GRREC)
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Kentucky Educational Development Corporation (KEDC)
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Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative (KVEC)
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Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative (OVEC)
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Southeast South-Central Educational Cooperative (SESC)
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Western Kentucky Educational Cooperative (WKEC)
Kentucky Revised Statute (KRS) 158.6453 calls for KDE to implement a process for reviewing all academic standards and aligned assessments. For more information regarding the standards revision process, please visit the Kentucky Academic Standards Review Process webpage.
Please contact the KDE Standards Team with any questions.
New Resource Available for School Leaders
A new resource for education leaders is shedding light on the complex, human work of leading school systems through change. "Navigating Change: The Educational Journeys of School Superintendents" explores the realities of district leadership across Kentucky, offering a compelling collection of authentic superintendent voices.
Organized around seven essential leadership dimensions – Strategic, Instructional, Cultural, Human Resource, Managerial, Collaborative and Influential Leadership – the book brings each concept to life through real stories written by Kentucky superintendents who began their careers as school principals, as well as contributing members of the University Principal Preparation Initiative. Representing rural, urban, small and large districts, these authors offer firsthand perspectives that ground theory in lived experience.
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Kentucky Numeracy Counts – Cohort 2 Applications Now Open!
Kentucky educators and school leaders – this opportunity is for you!
Two statewide academies are now accepting applications to support strong K–5 mathematics teaching and leadership across Kentucky.
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KCM Numeracy Counts Teacher Academy
For elementary classroom teachers, special education teachers, interventionists and instructional coaches
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PIMSER Numeracy Counts Administrator Academy
For elementary principals, assistant principals and district leaders
Cohort 2 applications are open now! Join educators and leaders across Kentucky working together to strengthen K-5 mathematics instruction.
These academies provide a unique opportunity for teachers and leaders to grow their numeracy expertise while collaborating with educators from across Kentucky. We encourage you to share these opportunities with teachers and leaders in your district or school who are passionate about strengthening mathematics teaching and learning.
Questions about the KCM Numeracy County Teacher Academy: Kelly Stone
Questions about the PIMSER Numeracy Counts Administrator: Kim Zeidler-Watters and Amy Rhodes.
2026 Kentucky Continuous Improvement Summit
Sept. 21-22, 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. Mark your calendars to attend the 2026 Kentucky Continuous Improvement Summit on Sept. 21-22 at the Central Bank Center in Lexington.
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!
Registration details will be shared in an upcoming message, so please stay tuned!
Visit the Kentucky Learning Hub and the Principal Calendar for more professional learning opportunities.
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