Monday's Mission

         As some of us begin implementing the Common Core Standards in our classrooms, others still have to focus on their state standards.  I am one of those teachers.  In my district, we are not implementing the ELA Standards until next year; however, I still feel as though my students should be learning them now.  My personal decision is to continue teaching the Tennessee state standards, and implement Common Core when possible.  When creating lessons and bulletin boards, they focus on both sets of standards.  While it is not always easy, my goal is to prepare my students for success outside of my classroom.  That means they are not only learning state standards, but Common Core standards also. 

         Our mission is to educate our students and prepare them for success outside of school.  I believe that by introducing my students to Common Core now, they will be better prepared for the next grade.  My question:  How are you teaching the Common Core Standards in your classroom?

Happy Teaching!!!