Information and related resources for parents and families related to educating our children.
The Advanced Placement program for high school students includes information regarding College Board Advanced Placement courses and credit; the Commonwealth Diploma, the International Baccalaureate Diploma; Senate Bill 74 "An act relating to college preparatory programs"; dual credit and dual-enrollment courses; Kentucky Virtual High School AP courses, online course scholarships and AP exam fee waivers; and professional development opportunities and scholarship information for AP teachers.
Links to Our Education Partners The Kentucky Department of Education often works with other organizations, and encourages educators and parents to work with organizations, that can provide information and/or assistance. This section of our site provides links to some of those organizations and the resources they provide.
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Individual Learning Plan
The web-enabled Individual Learning Plan (ILP) will help secondary students (grades 6-12) better focus their coursework on individual goals as they prepare for postsecondary studies and careers.
Statewide Testing Dates
Important events throughout the assessment and accountability calendar. Includes dates established by statute and regulation as well as suggested best practices for district and school people charged with implementing the Commonwealth Accountability Testing System.
Technology in Kentucky Schools
Parents of Kentucky students can become an integral part of their child's technology experience. This part of the web site offers several suggestions for involvement.