Kentucky Department Of Education
Kentucky Department of Education
The Division of Exceptional Children has extended the period for all stakeholders to complete a survey on the 2004 reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The survey responses will be considered in the development of Kentucky regulations governing how schools and districts will administer and implement special education programs. ... The Kentucky Department of Education is offering three regional academies for training in Sheltered Instructional Observation Protocol (SIOP). This research-based professional development will engage instructional teams in learning experiences throughout the 2005-2006 school year that advance their understanding and application of SIOP instructional practices to reduce barriers for LEP students. ... [Read More]
Kentucky Department of Education
The Division of Exceptional Children has extended the period for all stakeholders to complete a survey on the 2004 reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The survey responses will be considered in the development of Kentucky regulations governing how schools and districts will administer and implement special education programs. ... The Kentucky Department of Education is offering three regional academies for training in Sheltered Instructional Observation Protocol (SIOP). This research-based professional development will engage instructional teams in learning experiences throughout the 2005-2006 school year that advance their understanding and application of SIOP instructional practices to reduce barriers for LEP students. ... [Read More]
Kentucky Department of Education
The Division of Exceptional Children has extended the period for all stakeholders to complete a survey on the 2004 reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The survey responses will be considered in the development of Kentucky regulations governing how schools and districts will administer and implement special education programs. ... The Kentucky Department of Education is offering three regional academies for training in Sheltered Instructional Observation Protocol (SIOP). This research-based professional development will engage instructional teams in learning experiences throughout the 2005-2006 school year that advance their understanding and application of SIOP instructional practices to reduce barriers for LEP students. ... [Read More]
Kentucky Board of Education
As mandated by Kentucky law, the Kentucky Board of Education develops and adopts the regulations that govern Kentucky's 176 public school districts and the actions of the Kentucky Department of Education. Department officials follow board guidelines as they both lead and serve public elementary, middle and high schools. ... Contained on this page are the following: - A list of current Kentucky Board of Education members, along with the expiration date of each member's term of office - Contact information for Kentucky Board of Education members - Kentucky Board of Education brochureThe Kentucky Board of ... ... [Read More]
Kentucky.gov: - Education
The department provides resources and guidance to Kentucky's public schools and districts as they implement the state's K-12 education requirements. ... The Kentucky Board of Education develops and adopts the regulations that govern Kentucky's 176 public school districts. ... Education ... [Read More]
Kentucky.gov: - Education Technology
The Kentucky Education Technology System (KETS) has many projects and services that we offer the Kentucky Department of Education and our schools and districts. ... Learn how the Kentucky Department of Education is implementing an important technology plan in the schools. Teachers can access valuable imformation about professional development. ... Alphabetical list of Kentucky agencies and departments. ... [Read More]
Kentucky Department for Workforce Investment
Education Cabinet ... Workforce Investment connects Kentucky to employment, workforce information, education and training. ... (as submitted to the U.S. Department of Labor) ... [Read More]
Kentucky: Education Cabinet - Home
Education Cabinet Secretary Virginia G. Fox helped students from Somerset High School and Meece Middle School separate trash from the high school into recycling bins for Earth Day. Along with Secretary Fox, Environmental and Public Protection Secretary LaJuana S. Wilcher and Department of Education Commissioner Gene Wilhoit talked to students about recycling and participated in the "Dumpster Dive" project April 19 in Somerset. (more) ... Education Cabinet Secretary Virginia G. Fox addressed the first graduating class in the nation of the 2004 Environmental Education Certification Program on Thursday, March 31, 2005, in Lexington. The 34 graduates of the program included zoo, aquarium and national park staff, and others interested in teaching about the environment in a nonformal setting. (Read the complete story and more photographs of the event by clicking on the News Room link on the left side of this page.) ... [Read More]
Closing the Gap
The Kentucky Department of Education is committed to helping schools and districts meet the educational needs of all students. Toward that end, the department's Division of Equity provides technical assistance and resources to assess school and district equity needs and develop and implement ... ... The achievement gap is defined as "a persistent, pervasive, and significant disparity in educational achievement and attainment among groups of students as determined by a standardized measure. When analyzed according to race and ethnicity achievement disparities negatively impact educational outcomes for poor and children of color on a consistent basis." -- Pearson, 2001 ... [Read More]
Kentucky Department of Parks - Home
Kentucky is home to some of the most beautiful scenery and most interesting historical sites in the country. Our state park system includes 52 parks and one interstate park with facilities for meetings and conferences, fine accommodations, camping, golf, education and much more. ... [Read More]
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