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Standards-based education is the right thing to do—for all students.
A standards-based education supports teaching and learning with curriculum and methodology that are clear and transparent, as well as aligned and focused. SBE means student progress and achievement is measured against known and established milestones rather than the performance of other students.
By 2015, it’s likely that all school districts in the state of Washington will be expected to adhere to new Common Core State Standards. The SBE system has paved the way for the transition. Learn more about how FWPS is transforming the way we teach.
Power Standards & Learning Targets
Power standards were identified from state national, and international standards by core teams which included K - 12 grade teachers, instructional coaches, and principals. The process for identifying power standards was consistent across all content areas.
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What our Staff is Saying About SBE
Transformation Through Innovation
A weekly blog written by Teaching for Learning staff as well as guest blog writers.
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...provides consistent district-wide standards and keeps parents in the loop |
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...energizes students to work on all aspects of their skillset | |
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...provides a clear target, helping us focus on learning more than on grading |
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...keeps everyone on the same page and addresses each student as an individual |
