 Please note:
Newly updated resource: KyMTSS Annual Plan of Action and Agenda Template
The updated KyMTSS Annual Plan of Action and Agenda Template is now available. Adapted from the previous CIBRS/KyMTSS resource, this customizable tool helps district and school MTSS teams organize their mission, vision, goals, agendas and notes in one place.
Designed as a living document, the template provides structure and space to support MTSS team planning, collaboration and documentation throughout the year, including:
- Mission and vision
- District and school goals
- Year-at-a-glance planning
- Annual meeting planner
- Monthly agendas, meeting notes and action planning
- Data-based decision-making notes
- Action item tracking and follow-up documentation
Get started: Access the KyMTSS Annual Plan of Action and Agenda Template and use it to organize meetings, document discussions and track next steps throughout the year.
Literacy Assessment Flowchart supports assessment and instructional planning
As schools continue implementation efforts throughout the 2026-2027 school year, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) reminds educators that the Literacy Assessment Flowchart is available as a quick reference for planning assessment practices that support informed instructional decisions.
The flowchart outlines the who, what, when and why of early literacy assessments, helping educators understand the sequence of universal screening and diagnostic assessment within a comprehensive literacy system. It also includes embedded links to related KDE resources for additional guidance and support.
The Literacy Assessment Flowchart can serve as a tool as schools plan to identify student needs early and provide timely, targeted instruction and intervention.
Access the Literacy Assessment Flowchart to support local assessment planning and instructional decision-making.
New mathematics improvement plan resources available
To support implementation of the Kentucky Numeracy Counts Act, KDE has released a Mathematics Improvement Plan Template and a new Mathematics Improvement Plan Teacher Guide for K-3 educators.
These resources are designed to help schools develop, implement and monitor mathematics improvement plans required for students identified as needing accelerated progress in mathematics. Aligned with key MTSS practices, the resources support data-based decision-making, progress monitoring and targeted intervention planning.
Strengthen KyMTSS implementation with KDE support
Schedule an individualized consultation to address a challenge, explore resources and strengthen local implementation efforts.
Available options include:
- A 30-minute Microsoft Teams call for targeted questions, planning and problem-solving
- A 60-minute Microsoft Teams call for more in-depth discussion, team problem-solving, action planning or implementation support
KyMTSS virtual office hours
Join KyMTSS virtual office hours to connect, ask questions and receive support aligned with your local context. Drop in at any point during the hour.
Oct. 6, 10-11 a.m. ET
Visit the KyMTSS Bookings page to view current offerings and register for technical assistance and virtual sessions. After registration, participants will receive a meeting invitation.
Stay connected with OTL newsletters
Want the latest updates from KDE’s Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL) delivered directly to your inbox? Sign up for our email newsletters to receive important announcements, guidance and professional learning resources for Kentucky educators.
OTL offers a variety of newsletters tailored to support your work:
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Standards Newsletter: Updates on the Kentucky Academic Standards and implementation support
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KyMTSS: Resources and updates regarding the Kentucky Multi-Tiered System of Supports
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Numeracy Counts: Latest news and resources to support implementation of the Numeracy Counts Act
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Early Literacy: Guidance and resources to support implementation of the Read to Succeed Act
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English Learner Educator Connect: Tools and resources to support English learner program implementation
Subscribe to KDE newsletters.
Kentucky Regional Educational Cooperatives
The eight regional educational cooperatives offer MTSS professional learning and technical assistance. For more information regarding cooperative technical assistance, please contact the MTSS Point of Contact for your region.
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MTSS Point of Contact
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Central Kentucky Educational Cooperative
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Mark Helton
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Green River Regional Educational Cooperative
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Cassie Zenner
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Kentucky Educational Development Corporation
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Madison Kibbey
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Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative
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Mary Belcher
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Northern Kentucky Cooperative for Educational Services
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Kim Weber
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Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative
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Susan Robertson
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Southeast South-Central Educational Cooperative
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Dusty Phelps
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West Kentucky Educational Cooperative
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Sarah Akin
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Kentucky Teacher Workload Survey
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is conducting a statewide survey to better understand teacher workload and the conditions that shape teachers’ professional time.
The survey will help KDE learn more about:
- How Kentucky teachers spend their professional time;
- Where workload pressures are greatest;
- How planning time, instructional resources and other responsibilities shape teachers’ work; and
- What supports, staffing considerations or structural changes may help create more sustainable teaching conditions.
What teachers should know
- The survey takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete.
- Unless otherwise noted, teachers should answer based on their experiences during the last 30 school days.
- Participation is voluntary.
- District information is collected only to help KDE understand differences across regions.
- Responses will be reported in aggregate, and individual teachers will not be identified.
- Findings are intended to help KDE better understand teacher workload and working conditions—not to evaluate individual teachers, schools, districts, curriculum programs or technology tools.
We need to hear from Kentucky teachers!
Broad participation will help KDE develop a clearer picture of teachers’ work across different grade levels, subject areas, districts and school contexts throughout the Commonwealth.
Complete the Kentucky Teacher Workload Survey.
The survey closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on Oct. 31, 2026.
KyMTSS Newsletter Archive
Did you miss the last KyMTSS Newsletter? You can access all previous editions of the newsletter on the KyMTSS Newsletter Archive webpage.
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