2016 Kentucky Revised Statutes CHAPTER 158 - CONDUCT OF SCHOOLS -- SPECIAL PROGRAMS .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
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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.
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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 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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