# KRS § 158.818: 158.818 Evidence-based instructional models to address needs of at-risk students -- Focus -- Components -- Training for high school teachers -- Incorporation into existing programs > Kentucky · Statutes · In force URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.818 ## Section - **Citation:** KRS § 158.818 - **Heading:** 158.818 Evidence-based instructional models to address needs of at-risk students -- Focus -- Components -- Training for high school teachers -- Incorporation into existing programs - **Jurisdiction:** Kentucky - **Kind:** Statutes - **Status:** In force - **Text as of:** August 14, 2026 - **Source:** Compiled text - **Location:** KY Code / Title XIII / Chapter 158 / Section 158.818 ## Text 158.818 Evidence-based instructional models to address needs of at-risk students -- Focus -- Components -- Training for high school teachers -- Incorporation into existing programs. (1) If funds are appropriated for the purposes of funding evidence-based instructional models or if internal state or federal funds are available, the Kentucky Department of Education, in collaboration with the Kentucky Community and Technical College System, the Education Professional Standards Board, and other appropriate educational entities, shall recommend evidence-based models for addressing the needs of at-risk students. (2) The evidence-based models shall include a variety of programs and curricula proven to be effective for at-risk students, and shall focus on: (a) Identification of students at risk for inadequate academic preparation for the next grade level or at risk for dropping out of school; (b) Reduction in the number of students retained in grade nine (9) and reduction of high school failure rates; (c) Improvement of student performance through grade-level standards in reading and mathematics with an emphasis on grade nine (9); (d) Assistance to students and their parents or legal guardians in identifying students' career and educational goals, developing individual learning plans, and the appropriate programs of study to achieve these goals; and (e) Assistance to adult students in obtaining a high school diploma or a recognized postsecondary education credential that has value in the workplace. (3) The evidence-based models shall include the following components designed to facilitate more students having a successful start in high school and successfully completing grade nine (9) requirements: (a) The use of flexible scheduling as appropriate to increase students' time in the study of core language arts and mathematics; (b) The assignment of the most effective teachers as leaders for instructional teams in grade nine (9) to improve instructional planning, delivery of instruction, and the use of reteaching strategies; (c) The assignment of mentors to teach students study skills and habits necessary to become independent learners and, when possible, the use of career guidance coaches to advise students; and (d) Career courses, including career exploration, in grade nine (9) to incorporate project-based instruction that requires the application of grade nine (9) level reading, mathematics, and science skills and that uses a wide variety of technology. (4) (a) If state or federal funds are available, all career and technical education teachers who teach high school students shall receive training in how to embed reading, mathematics, and science knowledge and skills in specific career and technical education courses. (b) Training required under paragraph (a) of this subsection may be provided by local school districts or postsecondary education institutions, including community and technical colleges, and outside providers that have a record of working effectively with schools in redesigning the ninth grade. (5) Career and technical education teachers shall provide evidence through the courses they teach that the students' academic achievement is increased as defined by administrative regulations promulgated by the Kentucky Board of Education and developed in collaboration with the Kentucky Community and Technical College System. (6) The evidence-based models shall be incorporated into career and technical education programs, career academies, and career pathway programs of study developed under KRS 157.072. ## Nearby sections - [KRS § 158.005 158.005 Definition of "character education."](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.005.md) - [KRS § 158.007 158.007 Definitions for chapter](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.007.md) - [KRS § 158.010 158.010 Uniform school system to be maintained -- Variations](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.010.md) - [KRS § 158.030 158.030 "Common school" defined -- Attendance at public school and primary school program -- Advancement without regard to age -- Local boards to adopt policy establishing petition and evaluation process for students who do not meet age requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.030.md) - [KRS § 158.031 158.031 Primary school program -- Authority for administrative regulations -- Attributes -- Part time attendance -- Grouping -- Advancement -- Reporting requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.031.md) - [KRS § 158.032 158.032 Flagging record of missing child -- Procedure upon recovery -- Documents required upon enrollment or transfer](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.032.md) - [KRS § 158.033 158.033 Instruction in student's home or hospital -- Signed statement of diagnosed condition -- Student may receive home or hospital instruction effective on day of admittance -- Calculation of instructional sessions for purposes of KRS 157.360 -- Students with disabilities -- Administrative regulations](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.033.md) - [KRS § 158.035 158.035 Certificate of immunization](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.035.md) - [KRS § 158.037 158.037 Report of immunization results](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.037.md) - [KRS § 158.038 158.038 Student identification badges must contain hotline number contact information relating to domestic violence, sexual assault, and suicide prevention -- Recommendation required of Cabinet for Health and Family Services](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.038.md) - [KRS § 158.039 158.039 Suicide prevention awareness information and lessons](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.039.md) - [KRS § 158.041 158.041 Display of child abuse, human trafficking, and safe haven baby box hotline numbers in schools](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.041.md) - [KRS § 158.050 158.050 School year](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.050.md) - [KRS § 158.060 158.060 Access to teacher employment contract -- School month and school day -- Duty-free lunch period -- Nonteaching time for teachers](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.060.md) --- Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXIII_C158_S158.818. 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