Shelby County superintendent says district used fourth NTI day; administrators receiving coaching training

The Shelby County superintendent said at a weekly superintendent wrap-up that the district used its fourth non-traditional instruction (NTI) day this week, will adjust the academic calendar accordingly, and hosted administrator training led by Dr. Rutherford of the Kentucky Department of Education.

The superintendent said the district is spending time visiting schools, noting, "I am here, the home of The Rock at Shelby County High School," and that the visits will continue "throughout the next few months" to meet staff and students. The superintendent described the training: "He's really the leading expert on feedback and coaching," and said the district is "sharpening our skills when it comes to observations and being able to give really good quality feedback to our teachers," adding that "teachers are our greatest asset when it comes to growing kids and moving students."

Nut graf: The items matter to families and staff because calendar adjustments affect instructional days and scheduling, and the district says the administrator training is intended to improve classroom feedback and teacher development.

District calendar and NTI days The superintendent said the district used "NTI day number 4" this week and noted the district also took "regular snow days," meaning the official calendar will be adjusted. The superintendent said calendar changes will be brought to the school board for approval before being announced to the public; specific revised dates were not specified in the remarks.

Professional development The superintendent identified Dr. Rutherford, who works with the Kentucky Department of Education and "goes throughout the country," as leading recent sessions for district administrators on feedback and coaching. The superintendent characterized the sessions as part of an effort to improve teacher observations and feedback; no specific program or contract details were provided in the remarks.

Board appreciation and school events The superintendent noted that it is Board Appreciation Month and thanked the school board: "they are all about our our district, and they're all about our kids." The superintendent encouraged community members to attend school activities, saying, "get out to our ball games, support our athletes, support our our co curriculars," and mentioning upcoming plays and other events. No specific dates or ticket information was provided.

Meeting context and next steps The wrap-up was brief and informational; the superintendent said visits to individual schools will continue and that the board will be asked to approve calendar adjustments. The superintendent closed by saying, "We'll see you next week."