Professional Learning News: Learning Opportunity with iPad - April 18th; TED Conference for Youth; Digital Learning Day
Digital Learning is coming February 6th! Celebrate with the nation how you integrate technology in the classroom.
APS News: APS Lets Out for Summer May 22; Be Safe and Get Ready for 2013-14
Make sure you know the important dates for next year. Classes begin Aug. 13.; APS Announces Several Principal Changes
Valerie Atencio is named principal at Volcano Vista HS; five middle schools get new principals.; Student of the Week: Sonjia Ronquillo
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APS Events: Last Day of School
In Progress; Special Board of Education Meeting - May 22, 2013
In Progress; Make-up Days (if necessary)
May 23; All APS events

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Common Core State Standards

For more information visit Common Core State Standards in APS.

Why the Urgency for Developing Common Standards Across the United States?

Ensuring high standards and equal opportunity for students.
Designed to connect K-12 standards to the demands of readiness for post-secondary education.
Address the variation in quality and rigor across the nation.
Greater focus to give students and teachers more time to master content.
Internationally benchmarked, ensuring our students are globally competitive.
Equity: Expectations are consistent for all students.