The Common Core Standards are a set of minimum standards that aim for long-term improvement in student knowledge and performance. Our math department is focusing on implementing both the Mathematical Practice Standards (same for all grade levels) and Mathematical Content Standards (particular to each grade).

The purpose of the common core standards is to dig deeper into student understanding. While many of the content standards will seem similar (although a bit narrower in scope) to the California State Standards, the Mathematical Practice Standards may seem new.

Common Core Math Standards and Resources

This link explains the Common Core Mathematical Practice Standards as well as the Mathematical Content Standards in detail.

CCSS Mathematics Resources

CAASPP: California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress

Students can practice sample questions from a variety of grade levels by access the link below.

Online Practice and Training

Mathematical Practices

With the change in sequence of topics from year to year with the Common Core Standards, there is also a focus on the processes students use when engaging with math content. See below for the 8 practices. These are the same through 12th grade.