Kentucky Overall Professional Growth and Effectiveness System (OPGES)
Kentucky's statewide teacher evaluation framework based on the Danielson Framework for Teaching. OPGES evaluates teachers across four domains using a four-level performance rubric, integrating student growth data, professional growth planning, and observation evidence into an overall effectiveness rating.
Mandated statewide in Kentucky for all public school districts.
Framework Domains
Kentucky OPGES at a Glance
Domain 1: Planning and Preparation
Demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, knowing students, setting instructional outcomes, and designing coherent instruction and assessments.
Domain 2: Classroom Environment
Creating an environment of respect and rapport, establishing a culture for learning, managing classroom procedures and student behavior.
Domain 3: Instruction
Communicating with students, using questioning and discussion techniques, engaging students in learning, and providing feedback.
Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities
Reflecting on teaching, maintaining accurate records, communicating with families, growing professionally, and showing professionalism.
Rating Scale
Kentucky OPGES Rating Levels
How Observation Copilot Helps
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- Organizes observation notes by the four OPGES domains and components
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- Suggests ratings across the four OPGES levels based on observed evidence
- Creates targeted next steps tied to specific OPGES components
- Reduces post-observation write-up time for Kentucky principals
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