Competencies and Learning Targets

Reading

Students will comprehend, critique, and analyze a variety of increasingly complex literary grade-level texts of varying perspectives to apply independently in real world situations.

Learning Targets:

• I can construct meaning from the text. 

• I can objectively summarize what the text says. 

• I can cite specific textual evidence to support analysis. 

• I can make logical inferences. 

• I can identify and analyze elements of the text. 

• I can determine the validity of sources.

Writing

Students will produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, audience, and grade-level.

Learning Targets:

• I can use the writing process and tools to produce and distribute clear and coherent writing.

• I can gather information from a variety of resources and cite evidence from texts in order to conduct research projects which demonstrate understanding of a given subject.

• I can produce clear, coherent, and effective writing for a range of types, purposes, and audiences (e.g., blogs, podcasts, graphic novels, narrative nonfiction).

Language

Students will acquire and apply the knowledge of grade-level appropriate language—vocabulary, phrasing, standard English grammar and conventions—to make effective choices for meaning or style.

Learning Targets:

• I can follow the rules of English grammar and mechanics (spelling, capitalization, and punctuation) when writing or speaking.

• I can acquire the meaning of and use grade-appropriate words and phrases. 

• I can understand and identify figurative language. 

Speaking, Listening, and Viewing

Students will speak clearly, concisely, logically, and respectfully, in both formal and informal settings, while also being empathetic, critical, and proactive listeners and viewers.

Learning Targets:

• I can speak and present ideas clearly to an audiance. 

• I can participate effectively in a range of discussions.

• I can present in a style and structure appropriate to the task and purpose. 

• I can be an active, respectful listener or viewer, asking responsive questions when appropriate and facing the speaker/presenter. 

Knowledge and Skills

Students will solve a variety of math problems accurately, and will use mathematical formulas to find solutions to equations and inequalities. 

Learning Targets:

• I can solve a variety of math problems accurately by using the correct operations & calculations. 

• I can solve problems accurately using mathematical formulas and can find the solutions to equations and inequalities. 

Strategic Application and Representation

Students will select appropriate math strategies and visual models to represent mathematical situations and apply their knowledge to solve authentic, real-world problems across a variety of math contexts. 

Learning Targets:

• I can select and apply appropriate math concepts and strategies to solve authentic, real-world problems in a variety of math contexts. 

• I can use and create visual models and mathematical representations (like diagrams, tables, graphs, number lines, the coordinate plane, nets, and algebraic expressions) to interpret and represent mathematical situations. 

Communication and Reasoning

Students will communicate their mathematical thinking clearly, evaluate the reasonableness of their solutions, and critique the reasoning of others to deepen their understanding. 

Learning Targets:

• I can communicate my mathematical thinking clearly using relevant math vocabulary and evaluate the reasonableness of my solutions. 

• I can critique the reasoning of others and provide helpful feedback to improve their mathematical solutions. 

Expressions & Equations

Students can generate equivalent forms of expressions by applying algebraic properties. 

Learning Targets:

• Students can manipulate linear equations/inequalities to obtain solutions in the correct context. 

• Students can manipulate quadratic expressions and solve quadratic equations.

• Students can explain/justify steps to simplify expressions and solve equations. 

Graphing & Analyzing

Students can represent linear equations/inequalities and functions graphically.

Learning Targets:

• Students can represent linear equations/inequalities and functions graphically.

• Students can graph and analyze quadratic and nonlinear functions. 

• Students can interpret characteristics of functions. 

Investigating

Students will ask questions, plan investigations, and gather data in a methodical way to explore scientific concepts. They will develop skills in designing experiments and using tools to collect accurate information, setting the stage for scientific discovery.

Learning Targets:

• I can ask focused questions and define problems that can be explored through investigation. 

• I can design and carry out investigations ensuring that variables are controlled and data is collected systematically. 

• I can apply mathematical methods and computational tools to analyze data and solve problems. 

Sensemaking

Students will analyze the data they collect to identify patterns and draw conclusions. They will use this information to build explanations, understand relationships in nature, and develop solutions to real-world problems, deepening their understanding of scientific concepts. 

Learning Targets:

• I can develop, use, and revise models to explain and predict scientific phenomena, and use these models to deepen my understanding of how systems work and interact. 

• I can identify patterns or trends in data and use them to draw conclusions. 

• I can construct clear explanations based on evidence and design effective solutions to problems. 

Critiquing

Students will evaluate evidence, defend their ideas, and engage in respectful discussions. They will assess the reliability of information, present their findings clearly, and use scientific reasoning to support or challenge ideas in both group and individual settings.

Learning Targets:

• I will use evidence to support my ideas and engage in respectful scientific discussions.

• I will assess the credibility of the information I gather and communicate it clearly to others.

Scientific Thinking Skills

Students will use scientific thinking skills to understand and explain how things work in the world around them.

Learning Targets:

• I can find patterns in data and use them to make predictions. 

• I can explain what causes something to happen and what happens next (effect). 

• I can use numbers, size, and time to understand science ideas (scale and quantity).

• I can describe how parts of a system work together (thinking in systems). 

• I can follow how energy and matter move and change. 

• I can explain how something's shape or design helps it work (structure and function). 

• I can notice what stays the same and what changes---and explain why (stability and change).

Knowledge of Historical Information

Students will understand and analyze how historical events have shaped past and present civilizations. 

Learning Targets:

• I can understand and analyze primary and secondary sources of information. 

• I can compose and defend a claim based on historical information, using evidence to support my ideas. 

• I can apply historical information in order to analyze and/or compare civilizations. 

• I can expalin how historical events have impacted given civilizations. 

Citizenship, Humanity, and Government

Students will understand and evaluate the roles and expectations of individuals in civilizations and government.

Learning Targets:

• I can describe the roles and expectations of members within and across various societies. 

• I can make judgements and critique societal roles and expectations based on power and wealth distribution. 

• I can describe the development of government in a civilization and its impact on society. 

Geography

Students will understand and apply the principles of geography in order to interpret the impact of geography on the development of civilizations. 

Learning Targets:

• I can apply the principles of geography to analyze, compare and contrast a civilization.

• I can explain the impact of geography on civilizations.

Communication of Knowledge

Students will clearly and appropriately communicate through writing, speaking, and a variety of media to demonstrate their understanding of social studies concepts. 

Learning Targets:

• I can present a line of reasoning in such a way that listeners can follow the organization and development of ideas. 

• I can communicate appropriately for the task and purpose of the audience. 

• I can use elements of  English grammar, usage, and mechanics when writing or speaking. 

Create

Students will apply the skills and language of a specific arts discipline and demonstrate the ability to create in the arts.

Learning Targets:

• I can combine elements of art to create.

• I can use increasingly complex art materials and tools.

• I can convey a specific idea, mood, or theme.

Present

Students will apply the skills and language of a specific art discipline and demonstrate the ability to present, respond, and communicate in the arts. 

Learning Targets:

• I can describe the effects of arranging visual characteristics in works of art.

• I can describe and analyze visual characteristics of works of art using visual arts vocabulary.

• I can compare and contrast the subject matter and ideas in my art and the work of others. 

Create

Students will apply the necessary skills to demonstrate the ability to create music.

Learning Targets:

• I can improvise simple melodies using rhythms and pitches that I have learned.

• I can create musical compositions.

Technique

Students will apply the skills that convey meaning and ideas of completed works.

Learning Targets:

• I can consistently and independently use the fundamental skills (posture, breath support, etc.) and techniques that produce quality tone.

• I can use self-reflection and peer feedback to refine performances of a varied repertoire of music.

• I can demonstrate attention to technical accuracy and expression in musical performances.

Music Literacy

Students will apply the skills and language necessary to draw meaning from musical works.

Learning Targets:

• I can consistently demonstrate the skills involved in reading music. 

• I can explain the criteria for selecting concert repertoire. 

Communicate

Students will use musical skills and language to respond to music and connect it to other disciplines. 

Learning Targets:

• I can apply criteria to select music for specified purposes. 

• I can support choices by using characteristics in the music and connections context. 

Create

Students will apply the necessary skills to demonstrate the ability to create music. 

• I can improvise simple melodies using rhythms and pitches that I have learned. 

• I can create musical compositions.

Perform - Vocal Technique

Students will apply the necessary the skills that conveys meaning and ideas of completed works.

Learning Targets:

• I can consistently use quality tone and consistent pitch when performing music alone and collaboratively.

• I can consistently sing and make music independently.

• I can consistently use the correct fundamental techniques  (singing posture, breath support) when singing.

Perform - Music Literacy

Students will apply the necessary skills and language to draw meaning and understanding of musical works.

Learning Targets:

• I can consistently demonstrate the skills involved in reading vocal music.

• I can explain the criteria for selecting concert repertoire.

Respond

Students will listen, analyze, and evaluate to draw meaning from provided works.

Learning Targets:

• I can apply criteria to select music for specified purposes.

• I can support choices by using characteristics in the music and connections context.

Create

Students will improvise, arrange, and compose music.

Learning Targets:

• I can improvise or create simple melodies using rhythms and pitches that I have learned (including by rote).

• I can share improvised creations with peers.

Perform

Students will perform to express the meaning of learned music.

Learning Targets:

• I can demonstrate attention to technical accuracy and expression in performances.

• I can perform music representing different styles and genres.

Respond and Connect

Students will apply the necessary skills and language to draw meaning and understanding of musical works

Learning Targets:

• I can apply criteria to music for specified purposes, supporting choices by citing characteristics found in the music.

• I can evaluate works and performances using criteria, including analysis of the context.

Safety Practices

Students will learn how to follow safety rules, use tools and equipment the right way, and keep their workspace clean. This helps everyone stay safe and creates a good environment for learning and working. 

Learning Targets:

• II can follow instructions and use materials safely. 

• I can use tools and equipment safely. 

• I can keep my workspace clean and organized to stay safe. 

Creative Thinking and Communication

Students will use their creativity to come up with new ideas and solve problems. They will also communicate clearly, using the unit vocabulary and technology, to make smart decisions in real-life situations. They can explain the purpose and use of important documents or tools in both work and everyday life. 

Learning Targets:

• I can clearly communicate (verbal and/or written) using unit vocabulary, research and/or technology in real-world situations. 

• I can design and create products using my creativity, while thinking critically to solve problems. 

• I can explain the purpose and use of important documents or tools in both work and everyday life. 

Application of Skills

Students will learn how to choose the right tools and resources for different tasks, change their approach when needed, and make thoughtful, well-informed, and/or intentional decisions in real-life situations. 

Learning Targets:

• I choose and use the appropriate tools or resources to complete tasks successfully in different situations. 

• I can change my approach when needed to meet different needs or situations. 

• I can use what I've learned to make thoughtful, well-informed, and/or intentional decisions in real-life situations. 

Concepts and Practice

Students will comprehend concepts related to health promotion, disease prevention, and demonstrate the ability to practice health enhancing behaviors. 

Learning Targets:

• I can explain how appropriate health care can promote personal health including the benefits and barriers to practicing healthy behaviors.

• I can demonstrate practices and behaviors that support the health and well-being of myself and others. 

• I can analyze and describe the relationship between healthy behaviors (physical, emotional, intellectual, and social) and personal health. 

Communication and Decision-Making

Students will demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication and decision-making skills to support the health and well-being of themselves and others. 

Learning Targets:

• I can demonstrate the ability to make health-enhancing decisions.

• I can demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively to enhance health.

• I can engage in a goal-setting process to support the health and well-being of myself and others. 

Access and Advocate

Students will demonstrate the ability to access valid information, products, and services to advocate for personal, family, and community health. 

Learning Targets:

• I can locate and analyze the validity of health information, products, services and other sources.

• I can describe situations that may require support from trusted adults, other individuals, and health professionals. 

• I can advocate for health-enhancing behaviors in my community.

Interpretive Communication

Students will understand words, phrases, and formulaic language that have been practiced and memorized to get meaning of the main idea from simple, highly predictable oral or written texts with strong visual support.

Learning Targets:

• I can identify practiced or memorized words in very familiar contexts in texts that are spoken or written. 

• I can identify memorized or familiar words when they are supported by gestures or visuals in informational texts. 

• I can identify memorized or familiar words when they are supported by gestures or visuals in fictional texts. 

• I can understand memorized or familiar words when they are supported by gestures or visuals in conversations.

Interpersonal Communication

Students will express themselves in conversations written and oral on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, simple sentences, and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized.

Learning Targets:

• I can communicate in spontaneous spoken or written conversations, on both very familiar and everyday topics using a variety of practiced or memorized words, phrases, simple sentences, and questions.  

• I can provide information by answering a few simple questions on very familiar topics using practiced or memorized words or phrases with the help of gestures or phrases. 

• I can express some basic needs using practiced or memorized words or phrases with the help of gestures or visuals. 

• I can express basic preferences or feelings using practiced or memorized words and phrases with the help of gestures or visuals. 

Presentational Communication

Students will communicate information on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, and sentences that have been practiced and memorized.

Learning Targets:

• I can present information on both very familiar and everyday topics using a variety of practiced or memorized words, phrases, and simple sentences through spoken, written, or signed language. 

• I can introduce myself using practiced or memorized words and phrases, with the help of gestures or visuals. 

• I can express my likes and dislikes using practiced or memorized words and phrases, with the help of gestures or visuals. 

• I can name very familiar people, places, and objects using practiced or memorized words and phrases, with the help of gestures or visuals.

Cultures

Students investigate, explain, and reflect on the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the cultures studied.

Learning Targets:

• In my own and other cultures, I can identify practices to help me understand perspectives.  

• In my own and other cultures, I can identify typical practices related to familiar everyday life.

Interpretive Communication

Learners understand, interpret, and analyze what is heard, read, or viewed on a variety of topics.

• Learners can recognize a few memorized words and phrases when they hear them spoken.

• Learners can recognize some words and phrases when they hear them spoken.

• Learners can identify a few memorized words and phrases when they read.

• Learners can understand some learned or memorized words and phrases when they read.

Interpersonal Communication

Learners interact and negotiate meaning in spoken or written conversations to share information, reactions, feelings, and opinions.

• Learners can communicate on some very familiar topics using single words and phrases that they have practiced and memorized.

• Learners can communicate on very familiar topics using a variety of words and phrases that they have practiced and memorized.

• Learners can communicate and exchange information about familiar topics using phrases and simple sentences, sometimes supported by memorized language. They can usually handle short social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering simple questions.

Presentational Communication

Learners present information, concepts, and ideas to inform, explain, persuade, and narrate on a variety of topics using appropriate media and adapting to various audiences of listeners, readers, or viewers.

• Learners can present information about themselves and some other very familiar topics using single words or memorized phrases.

• Learners can present information about themselves and some other very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases and memorized expressions.

• Learners can copy some familiar words, characters, or phrases.

• Learners can write lists and memorized phrases on familiar topics.

Interpretive Communication

Students will understand words, phrases, and formulaic language that have been practiced and memorized to get meaning of the main idea from simple, highly predictable oral or written texts with strong visual support.

Learning Targets:

• I can identify practiced or memorized words in very familiar contexts in texts that are spoken or written. 

• I can identify memorized or familiar words when they are supported by gestures or visuals in informational texts. 

• I can identify memorized or familiar words when they are supported by gestures or visuals in fictional texts. 

• I can understand memorized or familiar words when they are supported by gestures or visuals in conversations.

Interpersonal Communication

Students will express themselves in conversations written and oral on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, simple sentences, and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized.

Learning Targets:

• I can communicate in spontaneous spoken or written on both very familiar and everyday topics using a variety of practiced or memorized words, phrases, simple sentences, and questions.  

• I can provide information by answering a few simple questions on very familiar topics using practiced or memorized words or phrases with the help of gestures or phrases. 

• I can express some basic needs using practiced or memorized words or phrases with the help of gestures or visuals. 

• I can express basic preferences or feelings using practiced or memorized words and phrases with the help of gestures or visuals. 

Presentational Communication

Students will communicate information on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, and sentences that have been practiced and memorized.

Learning Targets:

• I can present information on both very familiar and everyday topics using a variety of practiced or memorized words, phrases, and simple sentences through spoken, written, or signed language. 

• I can introduce myself using practiced or memorized words and phrases, with the help of gestures or visuals. 

• I can express my likes and dislikes using practiced or memorized words and phrases, with the help of gestures or visuals. 

• I can name very familiar people, places, and objects using practiced or memorized words and phrases, with the help of gestures or visuals.

Cultures

Students investigate, explain, and reflect on the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the cultures studied.

Learning Targets:

• In my own and other cultures, I can identify practices to help me understand perspectives.  

• In my own and other cultures, I can identify typical practices related to familiar everyday life.

Interpretive Communication

Learners understand, interpret, and analyze what is heard, read, or viewed on a variety of topics.

Learning Targets:

• Learners can understand words, phrases, and formulaic language that have been practiced and memorized to get meaning of the main idea from simple, highly predictable oral or written texts with strong visual support.

• Learners can understand main ideas and some supporting details on familiar topics from a variety of texts.

Interpersonal Communication

Learners interact and negotiate meaning in spoken or written conversations to share information, reactions, feelings, and opinions.

Learning Targets:

• Learners can express themselves in conversations on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, simple sentences, and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized.

• Learners can express themselves and participate in conversations on familiar topics using sentences and series of sentences.  They can handle short social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering a variety of questions. They can communicate about themselves, others, and everyday life.

Presentational Communication

Learners present information, concepts, and ideas to inform, explain, persuade, and narrate on a variety of topics using appropriate media and adapting to various audiences of listeners, readers, or viewers.

Learning Targets:

• Learners can communicate information on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, and sentences that have been practiced and memorized

• Learners can communicate information and express their own thoughts about familiar topics using sentences and series of sentences.

• Learners can communicate information on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, and sentences that have been practiced and memorized.

• Learners can communicate information and express their own thoughts about familiar topics using sentences and series of sentences.

Interpretive Communication

Students will understand words, phrases, and formulaic language that have been practiced and memorized to get meaning of the main idea from simple, highly predictable oral or written texts with strong visual support.

Learning Targets:

• I can identify practiced or memorized words in very familiar contexts in texts that are spoken or written. 

• I can identify memorized or familiar words when they are supported by gestures or visuals in informational texts.

Cultures

Students will investigate, explain, and reflect on the relationship between the practices and perspectives of the cultures studied.

Learning Targets:

• In my own and other cultures, I can identify practices to help me understand perspectives.  

• In my own and other cultures, I can identify typical practices related to familiar everyday life.

Physical Fitness and Engagement

Students will actively engage in physical activities, demonstrating the knowledge and skills needed to achieve and maintain a healthy level of physical activity and fitness.

Learning Targets:

• I can understand health and skill-related fitness concepts and connect them to positive lifestyle choices and personal interests. 

• I can actively engage in a variety of physical activities in safe and appropriate ways. 

• I can recognize the value of physical activity in terms of health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction. 

Psychomotor and Cognitive

Students will demonstrate competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns and apply their knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics related to movement and performance.

Learning Targets:

• I can apply rules and concepts across activities to develop strategies for effective participation. 

• I can identify and analyze my movement patterns and suggest corrections to improve. 

• I can apply strategies and tactics to enhance my performance in a variety of activities. 

Sportsmanship

Students will demonstrate responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others in a variety of activity settings.

Learning Targets:

• I can show positive sportsmanship by being fair and respectful to peers, equipment, and rules/class expectations. 

• I can cooperate with others and contribute in positive ways to help my group succeed. 

Safety Practices

Students will understand and apply safety procedures, methods, and concepts in the use of tools, equipment, and materials to establish and maintain a safe work environment.

Learning Targets:

• I can demonstrate responsible safety practices by following instructions and using materials and resources appropriately.

• I can demonstrate my knowledge and skills in the safe use of tools, technical equipment, materials, and processes. 

• I can maintain a safe working environment keeping my workspace clean and organized and returning my tools and materials to their proper place when finished.

Application of Skills and Procedures

Students will apply design and engineering principles and construction skills to produce a product that reflects skill and creativity.

Learning Targets:

• I can utilize appropriate digital and physical tools to plan, measure, and design a project.

• I can apply my skills and knowledge to create a product. 

•  I can apply problem solving techniques to technological challenges involving materials, tools, processes, and products. 

Use of Tools, Equipment, and Materials

Students will understand the concepts and procedures in utilizing hand tools, power tools and equipment to form, separate, and combine materials.

Learning Targets:

• I can demonstrate my knowledge of basic skills in the selection of tools, technical equipment, materials, and processes. 

• I can demonstrate the accurate use of tools.