Common Core State Standards...What are they? How can I help my Student?

The Common Core Standards are what 46 states are using as the groundwork for student achievement and learning. This is a large shift in education. In the past, each state adopted its own standards and the academic standards across states was inconsistent  These new standards will allow for a national focus on specific learning standards in the areas of Literacy and Mathematics. The bar has been leveled and raised for all students across the nation.

If you would like to talk with me more about the Common Core State Standards, I am more than willing to talk with you.

Common Core Resources for Parents:

Student Success

Spotlight on the Common Core State Standards

Are you a past, present or future thinker?

This video is an interesting perspective on the different time zones that people follow. It covers many topics from religion, to politics, to education and today's culture. I am not endorsing this theory as fact, nor do I completely agree with everything in it, but it is thought-provoking and makes you think about your own time perspective on different issues. Note: This is intended for adults, some of the visuals and topics might be inappropriate for children.

Did You Know 2012?

Curriculum Night Presentation

Curriculum Night Presentation

Student Voices

Listen to these students talk about how technology affects their lives. This is evidence of a culture that is dramatically different than one that most teachers and parents grew up in.

TAKE THIS QUIZ!

CLICK HERE TO TAKE QUIZ!
            I came across this online quiz from the Education Nation site. I think it does a great job of helping parents with some strategies to maximize student achievement. The quiz is 19 questions and then gives honest feedback about daily habits and routines. I would recommend that every parent take it as an informative piece. All results are research based which adds validity. Results can be saved and printed once the quiz has been taken.

In 60 Seconds on the Internet...

Infographic by- Shanghai Web Designers