This annual report is intended to assist parents and citizens to stay informed on the changes in Kentucky schools. The document also is intended as a reference source for information concerning specific programs or areas of interest in Kentucky schools. Most sections provide information concerning the following: basics of the law; what is new in the current year; what parents and citizens might expect to see as a result of changes; how to become involved; and a list of sources for more information. Specific updates addressed in the guidebook include the following: (1) assessment and school accountability; (2) early childhood programs; (3) primary school; (4) early reading program; (5) extended school services; (6) high schools; (7) exceptional and at-risk students; (8) equal opportunities in education; (9) school-based decision making; (10) family resource-youth services centers; (11) school safety; (12) technology and education; (13) vocational-technical education; (14) professional development; (15) education professional standards board; (16) school finance; (17) governance; (18) alternative school schedules and calendars; (19) parent involvement; and (20) map of community support regions. (SD)