Illinois Learning Standards

The Illinois Learning Standards (ILS) establish expectations for what all students should know and be able to do in each subject at each grade. The standards emphasize depth over breadth, building upon key concepts as students advance. The standards promote student-driven learning and the application of knowledge to real-world situations to help students develop deep conceptual understanding. Intentionally rigorous, the Illinois Learning Standards prepare students for the challenges of college and career. Below you can view the Illinois Learning Standards in their entirety by each grade level. 

Kindergarten Third Grade Sixth Grade

First Grade Fourth Grade Seventh Grade

Second Grade Fifth Grade Eighth Grade

One helpful way to help students see their success is through "I can" statements. These statements are clear statements that identify each goal that is necessary in order to be successful. They are usually ordered from the beginning simple goal or skill to the ending complex goal or skill. "I can" statements are common core standards, written into "student-friendly" language.  To see each grade levels' set of statements, click on the appropriate grade below. 

What will my child learn in _______ grade?