The Future of Assessment and Accountability in Kentucky

Community Members and Business Leaders

Published: 7/30/2025 3:12 PM

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Through the United We Learn vision and the work of the Kentucky United We Learn Council, we are building a bold new accountability model that goes beyond test scores to reflect the skills, experiences, and values our communities care about most.This Reimagining Assessment and Accountability journey reflects years of collaboration, prototypes, and feedback from across the state — leading to a framework that prepares students for meaningful roles in their communities, future careers and civic life.

Want to see how this connects to other parts of Kentucky’s education system?

Explore The Future of Assessment and Accountability to learn what this means for students, families and educators.​


Why This Matters​

  • Gives local communities more voice and autonomy in shaping education.
  • Builds stronger connections between schools, communities and employers.
  • ​Prepares students with the real-world skills your businesses and communities need.

Why to Expect

  • A focus on real-world skills and student readiness
  • Opportunities to collaborate directly with schools and teachers
  • A system that values your voice and insight

Get Involved​​​

  • Partner with schools to offer internships, job shadowing, mentorships, or service projects
  • Participate in exhibitions, showcases, and community discussions to see student learning in action
  • Share your perspective with school leaders on the skills students need to succeed in your community or industry
  • Advocate for this new system with local boards, policymakers, and other stakeholders

Four people wearing hard hats holding shovels at a groundbreaking ceremony for a new career and technical center.

​​​Resources
(coming soon)​

  • ​A Call to Action from the Kentucky United We Learn Council Chair
  • Community and Business Model Framework Information Sheet
  • Presentation​​

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​​Karen Dodd
Office of the Commissioner of Education
Strategic Planning and Research
300 Sower Blvd., 5th Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 564-2102 Ext. 4700
Fax (502) 564-7749



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