Below are frequently asked questions about the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects.
"The transition to the Common Core State Standards should be underway.
Students in grades K-2 should be working with the standards now.
Full implementation should be in place for all grade levels during the 2013-2014 school year."
Assessments
The timeline for the development and implementation of assessments aligned to the Common Core State Standards is:
- 2012-13 School Year: First year pilot/field testing and related research and data collection
- 2013-14 School Year: Second year pilot/field testing and related research and data collection
- 2014-15 School Year: Full operational administration of PARCC assessments
- Summer 2015: Set achievement levels, including college-ready performance levels