As education leaders, staying informed about legislative changes that impact our schools is crucial. House Bill 6 (HB6) brings significant updates to how academic performance data must be reported on school and district websites in Kentucky. Here’s what you need to know:
understanding hb6
HB6 mandates that all Kentucky school districts and individual schools display their students’ performance in reading and mathematics prominently on their websites. This includes:
- Displaying Proficient and Distinguished Percentages: Schools must show the percentages of students scoring Proficient and Distinguished on the Kentucky Summative Assessment (KSA).
- Prominent Placement: Data must be displayed in at least 16-point type on the internet landing page of each school and district website.
- Banner Display: Reading and mathematics performance percentages must also be shown in a banner at the top of each webpage on the district’s/school’s website.
- Link to Detailed Results: A link to the detailed results of the district’s/school’s performance should also be included.
compliance deadlines
- Initial Update: All districts and schools must update their websites with 2022-2023 KSA results by August 1, 2024.
- Ongoing Updates: Future performance percentages must be posted within 14 days of the public release of data.
why this matters
- Transparency and Accountability: HB6 aims to enhance transparency and ensure the community has easy access to important academic performance data.
- Community Engagement: By providing clear and accessible information, schools can foster better engagement with parents and the community.
action steps for superintendents and pr directors
- Gather Data: Collect the latest reading and math performance data for your district/school.
- Update Websites: Ensure your website displays this information prominently in the required format.
- Review and Adjust: Regularly review your website to ensure it meets the ongoing requirements and update the data as new results are released.
support and resources
At Alchemy Collab, we understand the challenges of navigating new legislative requirements. Our Alchemy Access Hours service offers tailored solutions to support your website needs and updates, ensuring you comply with HB6 seamlessly. From professional communication templates to strategic advice on leveraging technology effectively, we can help make your communication efforts efficient and impactful.
Don’t navigate these changes alone. Contact us today to learn how Alchemy Access Hours can support your district in meeting HB6 requirements and enhancing your website’s effectiveness. Let’s work together to ensure transparency and excellence in education.
For more detailed information on HB6 and to ensure your district meets these new requirements, visit the HB6 information page.
Stay ahead, stay informed, and let’s work together to ensure transparency and excellence in education.
