The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) were developed through a state-led national initiative to establish consistent and clear education standards for English-language arts and mathematics that would better prepare American students for success in college, career, and the competitive global economy. The California State Board of Education adopted the standards on August 2, 2010.
Although California has not yet established an implementation timeline, it is anticipated that schools and districts will transition to the new standards during the 2012-13 and 2013-14 school years, with full implementation in 2014-15.
New assessments aligned with the standards are expected to be implemented by Spring 2015.
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Math Common Core Presentation, with Phil Daro
On February 1, Phil Daro joined Sonoma County educators for a conversation about the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for mathematics. Mr. Daro chaired the mathematics workgroup for Common Core Standards and was one of three lead writers for the K-12 Common Core State Standards in mathematics. This is the PowerPoint (pptx) from Mr. Daro’s presentation.
New CDE publication to help schools transition to Common Core
A new hard-copy publication, A Look at Kindergarten Through Grade Six in California Public Schools: Transitioning to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics, provides information for educators on curriculum planning and professional development in the Common Core State Standards. Chapters are organized by grade level and recommendations for supporting English Learners are included. Copies may be ordered by calling 1-800-995-4099. An online version of the publication is also available.
Presentation slides from Common Core Kickoff
SCOE staff provided an overview of the Common Core State Standards at our Nov 2 kickoff event. These are the presentation slides (pdf) from that session.
Reading, Writing & the Common Core | Nov-Dec 2011
This publication takes a closer look at the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts, including their relationship to literacy learning across the curriculum.
Common Core Standards | Feb 2011
This publication provides background information about the common core standards and highlights key components of the new language arts and math standards.
