Chancellor Walcott on the Common Core

Learn more about the new Common Core standards and the changing State tests for grades 3–8.

2012-13 Citywide Instructional Expectations

Find out more about the citywide instructional expectations and the resources that support implementation.

Professional Development Resources

See high-quality activities that you can use in your school for professional development.

Common Core Aligned Tasks

Search for Common Core-aligned tasks ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade by subject, grade and standards. Each task is accompanied by a variety of instructional supports.

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Teacher Effectiveness

Learn how to develop a shared understanding of what effective instruction looks like.


Video: Depth of Knowledge

Watch a video and view resources to learn more about creating cognitively engaging and challenging tasks.


Standards

Download the Common Core standards and appendices.