Guidance and Resources

Instructional Resources

Published: 1/27/2026 8:45 AM

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​General Resources

Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS): The KAS contain the minimum required standards that all Kentucky students should have the opportunity to learn before graduating from Kentucky high schools. 

Characteristics of Highly Effective Teaching and Learning (CHETL): The CHETL focuses on the instructional core and is organized around five components: learning climate; classroom assessment and reflection; instructional rigor and student engagement; instructional relevance; and knowledge of content.

WestEd Special Education Resources: WestEd provides information and resources to improve developmental and academic outcomes for young people with disabilities. This page includes webinars and resources on a variety of topics, including Supporting English Learners with disabilities, distance learning, improving teaching and learning and more.

Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)​: The CEC is a professional association of educators dedicated to advancing the success of children with exceptionalities. They offer a variety of resources including information on advocacy, standards and professional development.​​

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​Anne Simpson
Division of IDEA Implementation and Preschool
Office of Special Education and Early Learning
300 Sower Blvd. - 4th floor
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 564-4970 ext. 4117

anne.simpson@education.ky.gov


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