Resources to Support a Comprehensive System of Assessment
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has released a suite of resources to support districts in building a comprehensive system of assessment. These tools emphasize the role of curriculum-embedded assessments in driving instructional decisions and improving student outcomes. Key resources include updated guidance in the Model Curriculum Framework, a common language document to ensure coherence across the state, and an asynchronous course exploring the foundational concepts and practices of a comprehensive assessment system. Learn more and access these resources at KyStandards.org.
New Resource to Support Effective Intellectual Preparation in PLCs
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has developed a suite of resources to support districts and schools in establishing and strengthening intellectual preparation within Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Intellectual preparation is a foundational aspect of curriculum-based professional learning and supports educators in deeply understanding and effectively implementing high-quality instructional resources (HQIRs) to improve the student experience and academic outcomes. Start your learning on KyStandards.org.
New Reading and Writing Standards
The revised Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Reading and Writing has been adopted into law. These new standards are effective for classroom instruction in the 2026-2027 school year. Find out more about the standards and professional learning resources at KyStandards.org.
Resource Revisions: Support for Using HQIR to Implement the new Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Reading and Writing
The KDE Office of Teaching and Learning has revised reading and writing resources to align with the new KAS for Reading and Writing. Changes support usability while also addressing focuses such as the bundling of standards, establishing the role of texts in instruction and building background knowledge to support comprehension. Visit KYStandards.org to access the revised resources.
Professional Learning Opportunities
Professional learning (PL) opportunities are available in various formats to support your needs. For those looking to collaborate or lead, school-based PL can be found on KYStandards.org. This site also houses the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS), along with key guidance, content-specific tools and resources to support the implementation of high-quality instructional resources (HQIRs). For independent study, self-paced PL opportunities are available through the KYLearningHub catalog.
Registration for the Kentucky Reading Academies: Cohort 5 of LETRS Professional Learning OPEN through Aug. 21!
Interested educators and administrators can visit the Kentucky Reading Academies webpage to learn more about LETRS for Educators and LETRS for Administrators, review enrollment information and complete the registration form.
Please note: Limited licenses are available for Cohort 5, and registration will be first come, first served.
Questions about the Kentucky Reading Academies may be directed to KDE Director of Early Literacy Christie Biggerstaff.
Science: Vibrant Learning Through the Four Instructional Shifts
The Vibrant Learning Through the Four Instructional Shifts Module helps clarify how the instructional shifts in the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Science shape student-centered learning, why they matter and how they move classrooms from coverage to coherence. Instructional coaches play a key role in bridging the gap between vision and classroom practice, helping teachers make sense of standards-aligned instruction and supporting continuous improvement in science teaching and learning. This module provides a shared vision for the four instructional shifts and strengthens the ability to recognize, support and sustain instructional practices that align with the KAS, high-quality instructional resources and your school's broader instructional priorities.
Designed for instructional coaches and teacher leaders committed to rigorous and coherent science instruction, this professional learning experience turns vision into action. For more information on this module, check out KyStandards.org.
School-Based Module: Getting to Know the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Visual and Performing Arts
The Getting to Know the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Visual and Performing Arts 3-part module is designed to build knowledge and capacity around the Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) standards and to capitalize on the opportunity to improve teaching and learning aligned to the KAS for Visual and Performing Arts. The school-based module materials are available on the VPA Professional Standards page. Learn more about these resources at KYStandards.org.
MTSS Resources
KyMTSS Self Assessment - The KyMTSS Self-Assessment Tool, 2nd Edition is designed to support district and school leaders and teams responsible for MTSS implementation. The tool is aligned with Kentucky’s six essential elements and uses them to drive systematic change. Additionally, the tool is intended to assist with resource identification and action planning for MTSS implementation.
KyMTSS Implementation Guide - The Kentucky Multi-Tiered System of Supports (KyMTSS) Implementation Guide, 2nd Edition, provides guidance from the 2021 edition in response to revised Kentucky administrative regulations that require districtwide use of a multi-tiered system of supports for all students in kindergarten through grade 12 (704 KAR 3:095). This implementation guide is designed to provide educators with a common definition and understanding of the essential elements of KyMTSS. It is a great companion resource for the KyMTSS Self-Assessment Tool.
KyLearning Hub: Coming soon! An asynchronous course, Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) (Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) as an integrated Framework, will be available soon for schools and districts. This course focuses on the KyMTSS framework and explores the six essential elements to support a shared understanding of MTSS. It is a great resource for those new to MTSS, as well as a helpful refresher on the foundational practices. The course may be taken as an individual or with a team. Watch for the release in the KyMTSS monthly newsletter.
Stay up to date with KyMTSS specific information and resources: Sign up to receive MTSS Newsletter each month. You may also access past newsletters in the Newsletter Archive. Additional resources available at KyMTSS.org.
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