Common Core State Standards

The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) are a set of education benchmarks aimed at improving student learning across the United States. Developed in 2010, they outline what students should know in English language arts and mathematics at each grade level from kindergarten through high school. The goal is to ensure consistency in education standards nationwide, facilitating better assessments and preparing students for college and careers. States can adopt these standards voluntarily, and they influence curriculum development and standardized testing, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential in today's world.