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Educators from across the state are invited to help set standards for the Kansas Assessment Program (KAP) 2025 assessments.
During the KAP standard setting, educators will analyze the test items for each KAP assessment, along with performance-level descriptors, and set cut points that reflect student proficiency levels.
School districts and systems are invited to attend in-person KESA 2.0 information sessions this spring for updates on the latest developments and valuable insights on the accreditation process.
Deputy Commissioner Dr. Ben Proctor and Dr. Jay Scott, of KSDE’s Division of Learning Services will host these events to ensure districts and systems are prepared for the 2025-26 school year. Attendees will be able to ask questions, share feedback, and network with fellow educators.
KSDE will hold the next KESA virtual monthly update at 10:30 - 11:15 a.m., on April 14. Join the meeting here; no passcode is required.
The next KESA virtual monthly update will be held at 10:30 - 11:15 a.m., on April 14.
To support the selection and implementation of high-quality instructional materials (HQIMs), KSDE is releasing district-facing guidance and tools to support quality instruction. The guidance is designed to assist districts with prioritizing time while maximizing choice and flexibility. While the guidelines and actions are not exhaustive, they can be customized to address local needs.
The following information from the KSDE Accreditation and Design team pertains to the virtual monthly update for KESA 2.0 and resources available for quality instruction:
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