Common Core State Standards describe the knowledge and skills in English Language Arts and Mathematics that students will need when they graduate, whatever their choice of college or career.
These sets of standards define the knowledge and skills students should have to succeed in entry-level, credit-bearing, academic college courses and in workforce training programs. The standards are based on the best national and international standards, giving our students a competitive advantage in the global economy.
Standards explained Frequently asked questions
Read the June 20, 2013 press release from Ready Washington regarding the launch of “Real Learning for Real Life,” a statewide campaign to promote public understanding of Common Core State Standards.
Transition to Common Core Standards
CCSS-ELA PPT January 2012
Click here for more CCSS-ELA information.
To view OSPI's CCSS ELA page click here.
Take a look at Deer Park School Districts Common Core page.
Common Core State Standards: This short power point and fact sheet about common core standards were developed to provide a simple and common message about the new standards.
RBA Overview October 15, 2012
The difference between Argumentation and Persuasive Writing by CoreStand - http://vimeo.com/51560862
Exemplar Texts found in Appendix A by CoreStand - http://vimeo.com/49704294
Credible Sources (mentions Tree Octopus website) by CoreStand - http://vimeo.com/42580872