Rigor and Support
Teachers and administrators around the country are collaborating around the new Common Core State Standards that governors in 48 states adopted (except Texas and Hawaii) over the past year. These standards have been developed by a wide range of educators representing kindergarten to twelfth grade instruction in English and math. In an attempt to increase the proficiency of our students and thus save the hopes of the democratic process, educators around the country are compelled to take a sharper looks at classroom practice and expectations. Because the research shows that when educators expect more from students and provide the needed supports, they will rise to the challenge (Ronald F. Ferguson, PhD, 1998), the Common Core provide a needed component of our race back to the top--the high expectations. This page will take a look at what educators are saying and doing as they sprint uphill.
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