Kentucky United We Learn, Portrait of a Learner, and Local Accountability with UK Next Gen *Special Saturday Episode*

Susan Dugal and Karen Perry from UK Next Gen to discuss the critical theme of local accountability in education. They explore how communities can play a vital role in shaping educational standards and practices, emphasizing the importance of inclusive dialogue among educators, students, and community members. The conversation highlights innovative practices being implemented across Kentucky, such as the development of 'portraits of a learner' and performance assessments that reflect a broader definition of success beyond standardized testing. The episode concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future of education in Kentucky, focusing on creating vibrant learning experiences for all students.00:00  Introduction to Local Accountability05:00  Understanding Accountability in Education12:00  The Role of Community in Education20:00  Innovative Practices in Local Accountability26:55  Creating Vibrant Learning Experiences38:07  The Future of Education in KentuckyKUWL Council Webpage with Moonshot "To build a prosperous Kentucky, we will launch an accountability system that is meaningful and useful to all our learners."Reimagining Assessment and Accountability-Framework 2.0    https://www.education.ky.gov/UnitedWeLearn/KUWLCouncil/Documents/Reimagining%20Assessment%20and%20Accountability%20Page/2025Framework2.0_508.pdfVenmo and Registration Flyers:Flyers for Donations (Venmo) and Town Hall Registration