Preparing Arizona’s Students for College, Career and Life
Information for Parents and Community Leaders about Arizona’s College and Career Ready Standards
Arizona Public Engagement Task ForceFall 2012
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“You have brains in your head.You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourselfany direction you choose.”
“Oh, the Places You’ll Go!”Dr. Seuss
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Students need to be prepared to be successful in the
jobs of the future
Source: Expect More Arizona
• Technology changes rapidly, doubling every 18 months
• We are preparing students today for jobs that do not exist
• Students are competing for jobs with kids from around the world
The World Has Changed
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• A high school diploma is no longer enough
• Most good jobs require some type of postsecondary education or training
Employers Expect More
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98%
2%
Fewer than 2% of these jobs will be available to adults who have less than a high school diploma.
85%
15% 85% of high growth, high wage
jobs in Arizona will require some postsecondary education
In Arizona…
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All students need to be prepared for college,
career and life
Employers who report their new hires are deficient in basic skills
42%
Arizona students that enroll in remedial classes in community colleges
59%
Arizona graduates who do not qualify for admission into state universities
53%
Arizona students who do not graduate on time22%
Where do We Stand Today?
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Arizona is raising the bar to ensure that all students receive a
world-class education
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• New academic standards in English and math in grades K-12
• Standards define what students need to know and be able to do in each grade and subject
Arizona’s College and Career Ready Standards
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• Will raise the bar to ensure that all kids are prepared for college, career and life
• Will give students criticalthinking, problemsolving, and effective communications skills
How are the New Standards Different?
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• Created by teachers, subject matter experts, parents and school administrators
• Benchmarked against countries with top-notch education programs
Developed by Educators and Experts
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• Part of a larger state-led initiative
• 46 states and the Districtof Columbia developed the standards
• States are now implementing the standards and developing assessments that will be consistent across states
Consistent Across States
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• Relevant to the real world
• Reflect the academic knowledge and skills students need to be successful in college and career
• Emphasize understanding and application, rather than memorization
Benefits to Students
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• More time to go in depth in subjects
• Provide clear and consistent learning targets
• Helps limit challenges with student mobility
• Allows teaching decisions to remain at the local level
Benefits to Teachers
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• Parents, teachers and students to be on the same page
• Together you can identify when your child needs extra help or to be challenged more
• Opportunities to support your child’s learning at home
Benefits to Parents
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• Parent-teacher partnerships are critical to your child’s success
• Opportunity to have ongoing conversations about your child’s progress
Parent-Teacher Partnerships
• What are the most important topics my child will be learning this year?
• Can I see a sample of my child’s work? Is this piece of work satisfactory? How could it be better?
• Is my child on track to be successful in this class, next year, and for college and career?
• What resources are available if my child needs help or wants to learn more about a subject?
Source: National PTA
Key Questions to ask Your Child’s Teacher
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• Academic Milestones - Expect More Arizona
• Parents’ Guide to Student Success - National PTA
• Parent Roadmaps to Common Core State Standards - Council of Great City Schools
Key Resources for Parents
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• The Standards provide an opportunity to strengthen parent-teacher relationships
• An important step in helping your child to be college and career ready
An Important Step in Improving Education in
Arizona
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Together, We Can Expect More and Achieve More for Arizona Students
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Q&A
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For More Information… Visit Arizona’s College and Career
Ready Standards Web Site:
www.azed.gov/azccrs/