Kentucky Education Department invites applications for Kentucky United Learning Council assembly
The Kentucky United We Learn Council, a collaborative group of educators, students, families, community members, and Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) staff, is seeking new members to join its mission to transform high school education in the state. The council aims to reimagine Kentucky's education system for the benefit of all students, focusing on vibrant student experiences, fostering innovation in teaching and assessments, and deep community engagement [1][3].
The council plays a crucial role in the upcoming high school transformation project, offering valuable input on innovative next steps for the future of high school education in Kentucky. It works closely with the KDE and Kentucky Board of Education, specifically contributing to creating a Model Framework for new state assessment and accountability systems emphasizing local input and engaging educational experiences [1][3][4].
The Model Framework is part of Kentucky's participation in the National Association of State Boards of Education’s High School Transformation State Network, which aims to enhance learning experiences that build content mastery and durable skills [1][3][4]. The network's focus aligns with the goals of the Kentucky United We Learn Council, which champions current initiatives and shapes bold next steps to transform the high school experience statewide, emphasizing that students are active agents of their own learning [3][4].
The council's role includes advising on policy recommendations and innovative practices aligned with the “United We Learn” vision, which promotes personalized, culturally relevant, and joyful learning tailored to student interests and strengths. Members participate in standing committees and public virtual meetings, contributing to the co-creation of solutions [3][4].
Interested individuals can apply for the Kentucky United We Learn Council through the application provided, which requires an email address. The application is open to educators, students, families, and community members statewide, with the deadline for submissions on September 26, 2025 [1][3]. Commissioner of Education Robbie Fletcher considers members of the Kentucky United We Learn Council important partners in shaping Kentucky's education future [2].
In essence, the Kentucky United We Learn Council serves as a key partner with KDE in shaping the future of high school education in Kentucky through inclusive, innovative, and community-driven strategies aligned with statewide educational transformation goals. By joining the council, members can contribute to creating a more personalized, engaging, and effective education system for all Kentucky students.
References: [1] Kentucky Department of Education. (n.d.). Kentucky United We Learn Council. Retrieved from https://education.ky.gov/initiatives/united-we-learn/Pages/Kentucky-United-We-Learn-Council.aspx [2] Kentucky Department of Education. (n.d.). Commissioner of Education. Retrieved from https://education.ky.gov/About/Leadership/Pages/Commissioner-of-Education.aspx [3] Kentucky United We Learn Council. (n.d.). Kentucky United We Learn Council Application. Retrieved from https://education.ky.gov/initiatives/united-we-learn/Pages/Kentucky-United-We-Learn-Council-Application.aspx [4] National Association of State Boards of Education. (n.d.). High School Transformation State Network. Retrieved from https://nasbe.org/our-work/initiatives/learning-trajectories/high-school-transformation-state-network/
- The Kentucky United We Learn Council, a community-driven collaborative involving educators, students, families, and members of the Kentucky Department of Education, is seeking new members to help transform high school education in Kentucky by contributing to the co-creation of innovative assessment and accountability systems that emphasize local input and engaging experiences [1][3].
- Interested individuals, including educators, students, families, and community members from Kentucky, can apply for the Kentucky United We Learn Council through the provided application, to contribute to the creation of a more personalized, engaging, and effective education system for Kentucky students [1][3].
- By fostering vibrant student experiences, innovation in teaching and assessments, and deep community engagement, the Kentucky United We Learn Council, in partnership with KDE, aims to revolutionize Kentucky's high school education system, focusing on education-and-self-development and learning experiences that promote content mastery and durable skills [1][3][4].
