Last Updated on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 5:03 AM
Recent legislative changes detailed in the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (the No Child Left Behind Act) and Kentucky Senate Bill 168 (SB 168) KRS.158.649 require schools to identify and address achievement gaps between majority and minority groups of students. Schools must analyze achievement data to determine if significant performance differences exist between majority students and minority groups.
Specifically targeted are racial minorities, students with disabilities, gender disparities, low socioeconomic groups, and students with Limited English Proficiency or who qualify for English as a Second Language Programs.
The Division of Equity provides the resources below to assist schools in identifying gaps and using this information to develop and implement appropriate educational interventions at student and systems levels.
Closing the Gap
In Kentucky we believe that ALL children can learn at high levels regardless of their ethnicity, ability, gender, socio-economic status, native language, or whether they have a disability. So, if ANY student in ANY class is not performing according to the state's high standards and expectations, an achievement gap exists.
English Language LearnersLinks and information pertaining to state and federal law regarding the rights of limited english speaking students and their parents, and responsibilities of local school districts and state departments of education.
Promising ProgramsThe Division of Equity monitors successful programs that are improving outcomes for racially diverse students. Listed below are examples of such programs. Contact these programs directly for further information. If you are aware of successful programs in your area, please contact us. We would like to share your successes with schools ...
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