Announcements

The valuable Accounting Technical Update Training in collaboration with the KY CPA is scheduled for June 24 and 25. This training is in high demand and is the first training offered for Accounting since 2019. Whether you are an experienced Accounting teacher or looking for ways to incorporate concepts into your other courses, this training has benefits for you. Join us to learn fun Accounting activities you can incorporate into your class and hear from experienced teachers. A panel of Accounting professionals will provide insight into trends in this high demand career area. Recruitment strategies for high school and post-secondary Accounting programs will also be shared. This is definitely an experience you do NOT want to miss. Join the waitlist today! 

3/15/24

This is a great discussion topic on current trends in the workspace. Working IN the office is going to look different than it has in the past. 

MBA Conclave 2023 had a keynote session on this topic. For a downloadable copies and interviews from the presentation, visit MBA Research, login to State's Connection, and then click on Curriculum and Instruction. Under Speaker's Materials, choose 2023 and look for 

Carla Dore, CEO/President, Workplace Resource Colorado

Rachel Clark, COO, Workplace Resource Colorado

Creating Spaces for People, Planet, and Community Engagement

Teachers can email Angela Rush to schedule a time to explore and unwrap the resources that can enhance their classroom instruction. 

3/15/24

Senate Bill 101 (2020) required the Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) to facilitate the implementation of a standardized articulation agreement for each approved high school career pathway to be honored at public colleges or universities.

Agreements previously made on a case-by-case basis between a Kentucky High School and one Kentucky Career and Technical College System (KCTCs) location are no longer valid.

There are currently no official articulation agreements between the Business and Marketing program area and any Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) location. The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) and KCTCS will continue their partnership in developing the articulation agreements for the Business and Marketing pathways. The KCTCS High School Articulation Agreements webpage will be updated when they become available. 

Current articulation agreements with private universities are preserved and optional for any future development. However, Senate Bill 101 requires establishing agreements with all eight public universities, starting with KCTCS. Existing agreements at other public universities will be acknowledged until the Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) facilitates comprehensive agreements across the entire public system.

Existing Business and Marketing articulation agreements can be located at the Statewide Articulation Agreements - Kentucky Department of Education website.

An introduction and overview on the opportunities for Kentucky high school graduates to earn post-secondary credit, a summary on recordkeeping responsibilities and best practices for student support was presented during the CTE Leaders Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) September meeting on Thursday, Sept. 14. Resources provided during this meeting are available at Articulation Agreements Update Session Material. 

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to Kentucky’s Carl D. Perkins V State Plan.

The Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act was first authorized by the federal government in 1984 and reauthorized most recently in 2018 as the Strengthening Career and Technical Education (CTE) for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V). Named for former U.S. Rep. Carl D. Perkins of Kentucky, the act aims to increase the quality of technical education within the United States to help grow the economy.

The new law includes provisions for vertically-aligned programs of study between secondary and postsecondary education partners. It also fosters collaboration with the business community and across state agencies, requires an extensive and comprehensive local needs assessment process, focuses on strengthening the CTE teacher and faculty pipeline, expands the reach and scope of student guidance and counseling, and promotes a variety of innovative practices.

Read more on Kentucky Teacher

In partnership with Appalachian State University, EntreEd, and STEM West, ARC’s Appalachian Entrepreneurship Academy (AEA) prepares the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders and thinkers.

Chosen via a competitive application process, 26 high school students from across the Appalachian Region participate in experiential learning designed to cultivate creativity and develop essential entrepreneurial skills. Students develop and implement their own business ideas, refine and prototype those ideas, and deliver a shark-tank-style pitch to a panel of entrepreneurs. New this year, students will work with peer mentors who are AEA alumni. 

Researchers at the University of Kentucky are evaluating and conducting research to support and improve the Students’ Right to Know web tool which was designed in 2021 to assist prospective students in making more informed decisions about their futures and ensuring that they are adequately aware of the cost of college and other career paths. Specifically, researchers would like to understand users’ needs as related to the tool’s usability—efficiency; effectiveness; engagement; ease to learn; match between the system and the real world (i.e., language); and ease at which information provided is found. Data collected will be used to improve the Students’ Right to Know web tool.

We are contacting you because you are a college or career counselor at a Kentucky secondary or postsecondary institution. Researchers would like to recruit at least 5 expert users—defined as those who have used the Students’ Right to Know web tool to provide college and career counseling to at least 20 students—to engage in a study of the web tool between January and February 2024.  Participation will entail the asynchronous completion of provided expert user-review materials and a one-hour focus group to be conducted on Zoom. In total, your participation in this study should take no more than 2 hours.

Participation is completely optional. Your participation will actively contribute to improving the usability of the Students’ Right to Know web tool across a variety of potential user populations. The feedback you provide will also contribute to the body of knowledge on developing web tools to help inform user college and career paths.

Any reports and/or publications generated from this study will not include any respondent identifiers. Only the researchers will have access to the information collected online.

If you are interested in participating in this study, please complete the following screener: https://uky.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_djxyqRkIOSzoNGS. If you are selected for participation, researchers will email you in early January 2024 with a detailed consent form to complete. Researchers will also invite you to attend one 10-minute study informational session.

If you have questions about the study, please contact Dr. Carolyn Oldham, Senior Evaluation Specialist at the University of Kentucky and KYSTATS Affiliate, at carolynoldham@uky.edu or (859) 257-7974.

CompTIA + TestOut Free Classroom Access for K12 is an excellent way for teachers and students to use a complete TestOut course and experience the benefit of having training, practice, and certification prep all on the same platform.

Free Classroom access is for new products or for instructors who have never used TestOut courseware before.  Teachers and students can evaluate a course at no cost or obligation. Courseware available in digital literacy, Microsoft Office applications, intro to IT, computer maintenance, networking, or cybersecurity.

Sign up or email Kentucky Sales Representative, Travis Wilde, for additional information. 

The 2024 National Business Education Association (NBEA) Convention and Expo is happening March 26-29 in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Attendees can soak up the sun and build connections in person at the beautiful Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel or experience the convenience of attending virtually from the comfort of your own home. 

No matter how you choose to participate, you'll enjoy:

• Top-notch speakers and sessions: Learn from industry experts and discover the latest trends and strategies for your classroom.

• Networking opportunities: Connect with colleagues from across the country and build valuable relationships.

• Exclusive events: Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere with the welcome reception, awards luncheon and more.

• Virtual access: All attendees have access to session broadcasts and recordings, even if you join virtually.

Visit Annual Convention - National Business Education Association (nbea.org) for more information. Early bird registration ends Tuesday, Feb. 27.

Get ready to navigate the dynamic world of supply chain management! The Office of Career & Technology Education (OCTE) is excited about the release of its new Supply Chain Management Pathway Standards and two introductory courses. OCTE is dedicated to supporting schools in embracing this opportunity and preparing students for exciting careers in this in-demand field.

As schools prepare to pilot the Supply Chain Management Pathway, we invite you to delve into a sneak peek of the program:

The Supply Chain Management Pathway Standards is subject to change based on the ongoing Pathway Standards Criticality Study conducted with business, industry and post-secondary partners across Kentucky. Stay tuned for the final publication of the pathway's standards, expected in late January or early February.

The 2024-2025 Business and Marketing Education Courses document is newly updated with course description and students will section for the two new courses:

• Introduction to Logistics Management (060123)

• Supply Chain Management (060124)

Join us in shaping the future of skilled professionals in this critical sector! Contact Cathy Hoehn today to learn more about the Supply Chain Management Pathway and embark on a journey of empowering students for success in this thriving field.

Sullivan University is a private, career-focused university with campuses in Louisville, Lexington and Fort Knox. Founded in 1962, Sullivan offers a variety of associate, bachelor's and master's degrees in business, hospitality, culinary arts, technology and design. With a diverse student body and a commitment to student success, Sullivan is a great choice for students who are looking to prepare for a successful career.

Updated Articulation Agreements

​"Articulation" is a term used for ensuring that schools at secondary and post-secondary levels work together to assist students in progressing smoothly from secondary to post-secondary programs. Articulation is defined as "a process for linking two or more educational systems within a community to help students make a smooth transition from one level to another without experiencing delays, duplication of courses or loss of credit."

All eight business and marketing articulation agreements have been updated with Sullivan University and can be viewed at Statewide Articulation Agreements - Kentucky Department of Education.  

Students wishing to participate in coursework as part of one of the listed Sullivan University Articulation Agreements should reach out to the Sullivan University Office of Admissions at (502) 456-6505. They can ask for Katelyn Gambill, senior director of admissions, state what program they are interested in and that they would like to participate in the Kentucky Department of Education articulation agreement for that program. Sullivan University Admissions will discuss next steps with the student.

Exciting changes are happening at Sullivan University

On Oct. 18, Tim Swenson, president, Sullivan University, announced on Instagram that, "Beginning Jan. 2, 2024, undergraduate and graduate students will no longer need to purchase books or parking passes. Instead, tuition will now cover the cost of textbooks and some other required course materials." 

This change will ease some of the financial burden and provide students with the essential resources to support their studies with immediate access to their materials.