Common Core/Essential Standards

Greetings!  As we approach the start of the school year, I know that many of you have heard about curriculum changes that are taking place within our district and state.  The Common Core Standards represent a new framework for Math and LanguageArts/Literacy and Essential Standards are for Social Studies and Science.  This is an exciting time to be an educator!  By adopting the standards, our state and district will provide curriculum that is aligned with national standards.  Therefore, when students move in or move out of our district or state, the curricular variance will be minimal.

This summer, our teachers have spent a great deal of time familiarizing themselves with the standards for their subject area.  A team of lead teachers from each school worked with district leadership to establish best practices for the implementation of the standards and developed curriculum maps.  I am so excited to be a part of this process.  Please let me know if you have any questions about this implementation as we move into our new school year.  Have an Incredible Week and Go Hornets!