Educators

Curriculum - Common Core State Standards Initiative

Common Core Standards: What the Initiative Means for Schools, Students and Teachers.

The results of the analysis comparing the Common Core State Standards with the Arkansas Curriculum Frameworks for English language arts and mathematics are available at:
http://ccssarkansas.pbworks.com/w/page/32131061/CCSS-Arkansas.

The analysis results are contained within each of the Excel files: one for English language arts and one for mathematics. The site also provides a user's guide for understanding the Common Core Analysis Results, as well as guidelines for using Excel.

ADE Common Core State Standards Wiki

Video

Common Core at Work - March 9, 2012

Resources

What every Arkansas educator needs to know about Common Core - PDF | XLS Feb. 15, 2012
Building a Deeper Understanding of the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts and Literacy in History, Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects - PDF | PPTX April 26, 2011
- Sample Performance Tasks for Informational Texts - PDF April 22, 2011
- Sample Performance Tasks for Stories and Poetry - PDF April 28, 2011
Building a Deeper Understanding of the Common Core Standards for Mathematics - PDF | PPTX April 26, 2011
Charting the Course Ahead: Arkansas Implements the Common Core Standards - PDF April 29, 2011, Presented by Christine Tell, Achieve
Common Core State Standards Initiative
Common Core Curriculum Mapping Project
Common Core State Standards District Transition Plan Guiding Questions for Arkansas Public Schools - PDF April 7, 2011
Common Core State Standards Implementation Timeline for Arkansas Public Schools - PDF April 7, 2011
Examining the Common Core State Standards For English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science and Technical Subjects - PDF | PPTX Feb. 15, 2011
Examining the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics - PDF | PPTX Feb. 15, 2011
Frequently Asked Questions - PDF Updated Jan, 26, 2011
The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers: Overview and Updates - PPTX Aug. 3, 2011, Presented by Dr. Laura Bednar
Putting It All Together in Arkansas with Common Core State Standards Brochures
- Common Core State Standards in Arkansas for Elementary Schools - PDF July 27, 2011
- Common Core State Standards in Arkansas for Middle Schools - PDF July 27, 2011
- Common Core State Standards in Arkansas for High Schools - PDF July 27, 2011
Side-by-Side CCSS Mathematics and English Language Arts - PDF Feb. 15, 2011
Support for Common Core State Standards - PDF Aug. 16, 2010
What is the Common Core State Standards Initiative? - PPT July 12, 2010 Presented by Dr. Gayle Potter to the State Board of Education
Working Together, Winning Together with Common Core

PTA Parent Guides

The Parents' Guide to Student Success (available in English and Spanish) - National PTA Web Site
Modifiable Guides - Global Printing Web Site
School districts, boards of education and PTAs may co-brand these guides using a name and logo. Username: pta_user, Password: global
It will look like you are placing an order, but there is no charge. Processing will take approximately three days.

For more information, please contact:

Common Core Questions Related to Assessment:

Dr. Gayle Potter, Associate Director
Arkansas Department of Education
Student Assessment
Four Capitol Mall, Room 106-A
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: 501-682-4558

Common Core Questions Related to Curriculum and Instruction:

Dr. Tracy Tucker, Director
Arkansas Department of Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Four Capitol Mall, Room 301-B
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: 501-682-1991

Common Core Questions Related to Technology:

Jim Boardman, Assistant Commissioner
Arkansas Department of Education
Division of Research and Technology
8221 Ranch Blvd.
Little Rock, AR 72223
Phone: 501-371-5005

All Other Common Core Questions:

Dr. Laura Bednar, Assistant Commissioner
Arkansas Department of Education
Division of Learning Services
Four Capitol Mall, Room 306-B
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: 501-683-4800