You have been asked to write a newsletter to parents about the implementation of Common Core State
Standards into the school curriculum. Parents in your community are more skeptical than positive, and
they need to understand the need for change.
Note. You may use your state specific adopted standards if your state has not adopted Common Core
State Standards.
Include the following in your newsletter:
Standards that your state has adopted
Main purpose for the standards
Difference between standards and curriculum
3–5 ways that the standards drive deeper learning and critical thinking
Tips to improve critical thinking at home
Challenges that may occur with implementing new standards
Cite all sources according to APA guidelines
Sample Solution