2014 Kentucky Revised Statutes CHAPTER 158 - CONDUCT OF SCHOOLS -- SPECIAL PROGRAMS 158.818 Evidence-based instructional models to address needs of at-risk students -- Focus -- Components -- Training for high school teachers -- Incorporation into existing programs.
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158.818 Evidence-based instructional models to address needs of at-risk
students -- Focus -- Components -- Training for high school teachers -Incorporation into existing programs.
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If funds are appropriated for the purposes of funding evidence-based
instructional models or if internal state or federal funds are available, the
Kentucky Department of Education, in collaboration with the Kentucky
Community and Technical College System, the Education Professional
Standards Board, and other appropriate educational entities, shall recommend
evidence-based models for addressing the needs of at-risk students.
The evidence-based models shall include a variety of programs and curricula
proven to be effective for at-risk students, and shall focus on:
(a) Identification of students at risk for inadequate academic preparation for
the next grade level or at risk for dropping out of school;
(b) Reduction in the number of students retained in grade nine (9) and
reduction of high school failure rates;
(c) Improvement of student performance through grade-level standards in
reading and mathematics with an emphasis on grade nine (9);
(d) Assistance to students and their parents or legal guardians in identifying
students' career and educational goals, developing individual learning
plans, and the appropriate programs of study to achieve these goals; and
(e) Assistance to adult students in obtaining a high school diploma or a
recognized postsecondary education credential that has value in the
workplace.
The evidence-based models shall include the following components designed
to facilitate more students having a successful start in high school and
successfully completing grade nine (9) requirements:
(a) The use of flexible scheduling as appropriate to increase students' time in
the study of core language arts and mathematics;
(b) The assignment of the most effective teachers as leaders for instructional
teams in grade nine (9) to improve instructional planning, delivery of
instruction, and the use of reteaching strategies;
(c) The assignment of mentors to teach students study skills and habits
necessary to become independent learners and, when possible, the use
of career guidance coaches to advise students; and
(d) Career courses, including career exploration, in grade nine (9) to
incorporate project-based instruction that requires the application of grade
nine (9) level reading, mathematics, and science skills and that uses a
wide variety of technology.
(a) If state or federal funds are available, all career and technical education
teachers who teach high school students shall receive training in how to
embed reading, mathematics, and science knowledge and skills in
specific career and technical education courses.
(b) Training required under paragraph (a) of this subsection may be provided
by local school districts or postsecondary education institutions, including
community and technical colleges, and outside providers that have a
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record of working effectively with schools in redesigning the ninth grade.
Career and technical education teachers shall provide evidence through the
courses they teach that the students' academic achievement is increased as
defined by administrative regulations promulgated by the Kentucky Board of
Education and developed in collaboration with the Kentucky Community and
Technical College System.
The evidence-based models shall be incorporated into career and technical
education programs, career academies, and career pathway programs of study
developed under KRS 157.072.
Effective:June 25, 2013
History: Amended 2013 Ky. Acts ch. 59, sec. 44, effective June 25, 2013. -Created 2012 Ky. Acts ch. 150, sec. 4, effective April 19, 2012.
Legislative Research Commission Note (4/19/2012). 2012 Ky. Acts ch. 150, sec.
10, provides that the Act, which included the creation of this statute, shall be
known as the "Career Pathways Act of 2012."
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