Digital learning and virtual programs were the focus this week for many people attending a national conference. This conversation took place at the Digital Learning Annual Conference this week in Austin, TX.  Kentucky had an increased representation this year compared to last and Ben Maynard, with KDE, led multiple sessions and a KY meetup.  Hear more about the conference trends, digital learning shifts, and resources for continuous improvement of your digital learning systems.  

Resources mentioned during episode:

kets.news/ai

Kets master plan https://www.education.ky.gov/districts/tech/Pages/KETS-2018---2024-KETS-Master-Plan.aspx

https://files.ascd.org/staticfiles/ascd/pdf/siteASCD/policy/ESSA-Accountability-FAQ_May112016.pdf

KEDC Aspiring Women Leaders

Join us for an opportunity to be empowered and network with outstanding women leaders!

KEDC Aspiring Women Leaders

Hosted by: Darlene Gee & Amy Baker

KEDC Lexington

Monday, March 4th, 2024

9:00AM - 1:00PM

ATTEND AT NO COST!

  Registration:https://KEDCAspiringWomenLeaders.rsvpify.com

This lady is amazing!! Listen to the many ways that she serves KEDC district members and all students of the state of KY.  In this episode you’ll learn about her work with “On the Road with Carla” and the services that she provides through KEDC marketing  and Achievement in Career Education (ACE) through individual learning plans (ILPs) with a career and college readiness focus.  You may be surprised to hear about her work for the state as a member on the Kentucky School Public Relations Committee.  Whatever role you encounter Carla in you’ll be energized by her positive and productive attitude toward her work for students.  Listen to our conversation to see how you can partner with Carla in your district and look for her at the upcoming Sweet Sixteen.  If you listen closely to this episode you’ll be able to spot her in her costume at the games.  Enjoy and don't forget to follow the podcast and share with friends.  You can find more information about topics discussed in this episode at these links. 

⁠⁠https://www.kedc.org/page/on-the-road-with-carla⁠⁠

⁠https://www.kyspra.org/⁠⁠

⁠ACE- ILP⁠

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This episode features partners in education with leaders in the state from Kentucky Department of Education leading systems changes across the Commonwealth as educators are responding to requirements of Senate Bill 9 and The Read to Succeed Act.  This is a complex change in our system that impacts all classrooms. Listen to this conversation with Christie Biggerstaff and Chrystal Rowland to broaden your understanding and hear how KEDC is supporting districts shopping for HQIRs at our upcoming vendor fair.

Information for the vendor fairs planned for Lexington and Ashland:

You do not want to miss this! KEDC is hosting a K-5 Literacy Vendor Fair at NO CHARGE! All of the literacy resources you need in one place! See the flyer linked below for details!

PD & EILA Credit Available

Vendor Swag & Door Prizes ALL DAY

KEDC-Ashland: Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

KEDC-Lexington: Thursday, February 22nd,2024

9:00AM - 6:00PM (both locations)

Registration Link: ⁠https://kedcliteracyvendorfair.rsvpify.com/⁠

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Event Flyer: ⁠https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JoVBsFIWVkcktauG6QXIUIGeSX4UuUXg/view?usp=sharing⁠

904 Rose Rd, Ashland, KY 41102, USA

Resources and information link from podcast episode conversation.

⁠High-Quality Instructional Resources⁠

⁠Curriculum-Based Professional Learning Guidance Document⁠

⁠Early Literacy Resources - Kentucky Department of Education⁠

⁠Read to Succeed KRS 158.305 Implementation FAQ (ky.gov)⁠

⁠KY Reading Academies - LETRS ⁠

⁠Early Literacy Assessment⁠

⁠Structured Literacy ⁠

Are you feeling like you're out of balance and need a day with supports, resources, and access to a team to brainstorm planning for your long term wellness? LIsten to this discussion with Deana Sexton and Dee Anna Albright to get an understanding of a professional learning session that may be for you. KEDC will be hosting a professional learning opportunity on February 9th at the Ashland office for educators who want to invest in their wellness to benefit those that they serve and serve with.

Participants will work with other educators to develop a personalized plan for achieving balance and wellness. Materials participants' will receive include, but are not limited to these wonderful books...

Educator Wellness: A Guide for Sustaining Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Social Well-Being (Actionable Steps for Self-Care, Health, and Wellness for Teachers and Educators)

Educator Wellness Plan Book and Journal, The: Continuous Growth for Each Season of Your Professional Life

Sign up today at this link...

Educator Wellness Session Registration Form

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Join us and listen to a conversation with Lu Young, Karen Perry, and Susan Dugle on what United We Learn initiatives mean for districts, communities, and the Commonwealth of KY.

Resources referenced during the episode:

Next Generation Leadership Academy

https://nextgen.uky.edu/

State board’s vision with United We Learn

https://www.education.ky.gov/UnitedWeLearn/Pages/default.aspx 

KY Portrait of a Learner

https://www.education.ky.gov/school/innov/Pages/Portrait-of-a-Learner.aspx

Listen to Stephanie Wilson and I as we discuss the services that member district can access for their homeschool students. Stephanie Wilson and Andy Dotson have worked closely with CEO Mrs. Hutchinson to create a virtual school for homeschool students partnering with public school districts.

During this episode we hope you have a better understanding about the New Horizon Academy and what it offers students, families, and districts. We believe that informed educators are empowered educators. This podcast will help you stay informed about the options with New Horizon Academy along with future plans for servicing students with this method of instruction.

Learn more about New Horizon Academy at https://www.kedc.org/page/new-horizons-academy

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This is a comprehensive conversation about KEDC supports for LETRS, CEO pathways for rank changes, and the science of reading.

If you want more information on how you can get more support with literacy programs and rank changes through KY Early Literacy CEO II Program email [email protected]. Visit their website at https://www.kedc.org/article/1194741 for more information.

In this episode you'll get to hear about Capturing Kid's Hearts training to implementation and wrap around support. You'll hear from Courtney Blackmore from East Jessamine Middle School about her implementation of CKH and the success her students have experienced.

Curious? Want to know more?

Call me, Diane Wilborn (719) 205-0567 or [email protected]

We have a special opportunity to experience the MAGIC at Morehead Conference Center on November 28-29.

If building great relationships and growing the culture and climate on your campus/in your district are BIG ROCKS for you, come and see what this is all about. FREE to you and a team from your school/district ~ what’s the catch? No catch, come and see - meet with me afterward to get your takeaways and feedback - if you like what you see (warning - you WILL like what you see), I can help you make it happen for your campus/district.

Diane Wilborn

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