Advanced coursework means educational programs or opportunities designed to challenge students with more rigorous content beyond the standard curriculum, including but not limited to Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and honors courses.

By December 1, 2025, the District shall adopt a plan establishing policies on the promotion of advanced coursework or accelerated learning in language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science by grade level for students in grades four (4) through twelve (12).

The plan shall:

1.     Be published on the District website;

2.     Describe the strategies and approach to advanced coursework or accelerated learning options by grade level for language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science; and

3.     Require that the service delivery options for students identified as gifted and talented in language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science include the following for each grade level and subject area:

a.     Accelerated learning or advanced coursework; and
b.     At least one (1) of the following service delivery options:

                      i.        Collaborate teaching and consultation services;
                    ii.         Special counseling services;
                  iii.         Differentiated study experiences for individuals and cluster groups in the regular classroom;
                   iv.         Distance learning;
                     v.         Enrichment services that are not extracurricular during the school day;
                   vi.         Independent study;
                 vii.         Mentorships;
               viii.         Resource services delivered in a pull-out classroom or other appropriate instructional setting;
                  ix.         Seminars;
                   x.         Travel study options; or
                  xi.         Special schools or self-contained classrooms for students in grades four (4) through twelve (12) only.

Every school shall establish a policy that is consistent with the District plan adopted by the Board in accordance with KRS 158.6453 on the recruitment and assignment of students to advanced coursework options that recognizes that all students have the right to participate in a rigorous and academically challenging curriculum. The policy shall require that the school notify all students, parents and guardians of the:

a.     Long-term benefits of student participation in advanced coursework; and
b.     Advanced coursework opportunities available at the school.

When practicable, the school shall offer advanced coursework in mathematics, reading, science, and English language arts for students in grades four (4) through twelve (12).

KRS 158.6453

Related Policies:
02.4241; 08.113; 08.1131; 08.11311; 08.132
Adopted/Amended: 8/14/2025
Order #:         081425.04