By the end of Kindergarten, the children should be able to…

English Language Arts
Reading and Writing Skills

• show interest in and enjoy books.
• actively participate in shared reading activities.
• build awareness that meaning comes from print.
• know that books and printed material are read top to bottom, and left to right.
• ‘read’ pictures in books.
• retell familiar stories.
• demonstrate phonemic awareness.
• use increasing semantic, phonetic, and structural skills to become an effective reader.
• know all letter names and sounds.
• retell stories; make predictions about events; personalize meaning from text.
• begin to write to communicate.
• use phonetic spelling, write name correctly, form letters of the alphabet with some accuracy.
• use correct pencil grip.
• begin to put spaces between letters and words.

Speaking and Listening Skills

• build active and responsive listening skills through experiences with conversation, stories, songs, and poems.

• share and take part in class discussions.
• participate in singing, storytelling, drama, and poetry activities.
• share information and ideas, speaking audibly in complete sentences.
• follow two-step directions.

Math

• counts out loud from 1 - 30.
• arranges numbers in order from 1-20 and recognizes when they are out of order.
• recognizes numbers 1 - 20.
• counts a group of objects with 1:1 correspondence up to 20.
• understands the numerals 1-9 and number 10, and the quantities they represent.
• demonstrates fluency with number combinations up to 5 (e.g., 1 + 4 =__).
• demonstrates fluency with number complements up to 5  (e.g., 1 + __ = 5).
• uses concrete objects to determine the answers to addition and subtraction problems (for number combinations up to 10).
• recognizes and describes simple patterns (e.g., 12, 122, 123).
• creates and extends simple patterns.
• creates and solves own story problems using addition and subtraction with sums and/or differences up to 5.
• makes direct comparisons of length, weight, and volume of objects (e.g., note which object is shorter, longer, taller, lighter, heavier, or holds more).
• identifies and describes basic 2D and 3D geometric objects.
• interprets a group-created graph using terms such as more than, less than, the same as, and altogether.
• identifies, sorts and classifies objects by one attribute and identifies objects that do not belong to a particular group.

English Language Arts
Reading and Writing Skills

• build a reading vocabulary of 150 or more high frequency words.
• independently read grade appropriate material.
• use increasing semantic, phonetic, and structural skills to become an effective reader.
• have command of letter names and sounds: initial, medial, and final.
• identify main characters and the beginning, middle, and end of story.
• write independently with some fluency; begin to demonstrate sentence sense and reflect logical flow of words and ideas.
• begin to use conventions in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• print legibly.
• apply spelling patterns.
• put spaces between words.

Speaking and Listening Skills

• focus on speaker and listen with appropriate attention span.
• listen and recall some facts and main ideas.
• follow simple two-step directions.
• share and participate in class discussions.
• express ideas in complete sentences and stays with topic.
• participate in singing, story-telling, drama, and poetry activities.
• use age-appropriate vocabulary and speech understood by others.

Math

• counts by ones past 100, by twos, fives and tens to 100.
• reads and writes numbers up to 100.
• understands and uses numbers up to 100.
• represents equivalent forms of the same number (to 20) (e.g., 10 may be represented as 5+5, 7+3, 2+2+2+2+2, 12-2)
• counts and groups objects in ones and tens.
• identifies and knows the value of coins and shows different combinations of coins that equal the same value (e.g. 25¢ may be represented as 1 nickel + 2 dimes, 25 pennies, 5 nickels).
• demonstrates fluency with basic number combinations for addition facts (sums to 10).
• demonstrates fluency with basic number combinations for subtraction facts (up to 10).
• recognizes and makes reasonable estimates when comparing larger and smaller quantities.
• creates and solves story problems and justifies answers using pictures, diagrams, words, and/or number sentences.
• recognizes, describes, and extends repeating patterns (e.g. 1213, 1123).
• compares the length of two or more objects by using direct comparison or a nonstandard unit.
• tells time to the nearest half hour and relates time to events (e.g, lunch is around 12 o’clock noon).
• classifies and describes 2D and 3D objects by their attributes.
• collects, organizes and represents data.
• interprets and draws conclusions from data.
• sorts and classifies objects by common attributes, describes the categories and organizes the information.
• collects, organizes and represents data.
• interprets and draws conclusions from data.
• sorts and classifies objects by common attributes, describes the categories and organizes the information.

By the end of Grade 2, the children should be able to…

English Language Arts
Reading and Writing Skills

• read grade-appropriate materials with understanding and enjoyment.
• re-read for meaning and self-correct when necessary.
• use a variety of phonetic, semantic, and syntactic cues to decode new words.
• identify elements of a story.
• summarize and give the main idea of a story.
• relate some details from a story.
• read with expression and fluency from selected materials.
• read a variety of fiction and non-fiction materials.
• use a variety of strategies when writing to engage reader.
• write independently with fluency; stay on topic throughout the draft.
• compose in different writing types across the curriculum (e.g., poetry, story, writing to share information).
• spell high-frequency words correctly.
• write legibly using capitalization and ending punctuation.
• begin to edit own and other’s work.

Speaking and Listening Skills

• follow multi-step directions.
• take part in class discussions and stay on topic.
• express ideas with clarity.

Math

• counts, reads, and writes whole numbers to 1,000 and identifies the place value for each digit.
• uses flexibility in representing a quantity (e.g., 20 = 10 + 10 = 8 + 8 + 4)).
• knows addition facts (sums to 20).
• knows subtraction facts (up to 20).
• uses a variety of strategies to add two-digit numbers with and without regrouping.
• uses a variety of strategies to subtract two-digit numbers with and without regrouping.
• creates models and solves simple problems involving multiplication and division.
• recognizes, names, represents and compares commonly used unit fractions (e.g., 1/2 is larger than 1/4).
• adds and subtracts amounts of money using decimal notation and the $ and ¢ symbols recognizes, describes and extends repeating and growing geometric and number patterns.
• measures the length of objects using a nonstandard and standard unit.
• recognizes and makes reasonable estimates in measurement.
• tells time to one-minute intervals and knows relationships of time (e.g., how many minutes in an hour).
• describes and classifies 2D and 3D shapes according to the number and shape of faces, edges and vertices.
• collects numerical data and records, organizes, displays, and interprets the data on bar graphs and other representations.
• explains and justifies solutions and strategies using mathematical vocabulary.

By the end of Grade 3, the children should be able to…
English Language Arts
Reading and Writing Skills

• read for enjoyment and to gather information.
• read aloud with fluency.
• choose appropriate chapter books for literature and other reading materials.
• read grade-appropriate material with understanding.
• use knowledge of word analysis and comprehension strategies to decode unknown words.
• use context to predict the meaning of unknown words.
• spell words from grade-level lists correctly.
• engage in all steps of the writing process.
• compose in narrative, descriptive, expository styles; write letters.
• organize writing into paragraphs.
• edit own work for correct spelling and punctuation.
• use cursive letter forms.
• begin to use word processing to write.
• write independently with fluency.

Speaking and Listening Skills

• follow complex directions.
• focus on speaker and respond appropriately.
• express ideas clearly and concisely, with correct grammar.
• take part in group discussions and stay on topic.

Math

• recognizes equivalent representations for the same number (up to four-digits) and generates them by composing and decomposing numbers (e.g., 1247 may be represented as 1000 + 240 + 7).
• understands the place value of whole numbers up to 10,000.
• knows the addition facts (sums to 20) and the corresponding subtraction facts.
• finds the sum or difference of two whole numbers between 0 and 10,000 with or without regrouping.
• uses arrays to do multiplication and repeated subtraction to do division.
• memorizes the multiplication table for numbers between 1 and 10.
• understands and uses the inverse relationship between multiplication and division.
• solves problems involving addition and subtraction of money amounts in decimal notation.
• compares fractions represented by drawings or concrete materials to show equivalency (1/2 of a cake is the same as 2/4 of another cake of the same size).
• adds and subtracts simple fractions in context (e.g., 1/4 + 1/4 is the same as 1/2).
• understands that fractions and decimals are two different representations of the same concept selects appropriate mathematical symbols to make an expression true (e.g., +, -, x, ÷, >, <, =).
• represents and solves simple functional relationships (e.g., find the total cost of multiple items given the cost per unit or 120 minutes = _ hours).
• recognizes and extends a linear pattern by its rules.
• estimates and measures the length, liquid volume, and weight/mass of given objects using the appropriate tools and units.
• measures area and perimeter of regular shapes using a variety of tools (e.g., squares, ruler, grid paper).

• identifies, describes, and classifies polygons and 3D geometric objects.
• recognizes and creates shapes that are congruent and/or have symmetry.
• conducts simple probability experiments by determining the number of possible outcomes and makes simple predictions.
• represents data using tables and graphs such as line plots, bar graphs, line graphs and venn diagrams.
• uses a variety of methods, such as words, numbers, symbols, charts, graphs, tables, diagrams, and models to explain mathematical reasoning.
• explains and justifies solutions using correct mathematical vocabulary.

By the end of Grade 4, the children should be able to…

English Language Arts
Reading and Writing Skills

• demonstrate interest in reading for enjoyment and to gather information.
• choose literature and informational material appropriate to own reading skill.
• read appropriate material with understanding from a variety of genres.
• use reference materials to extend knowledge.
• recall main ideas and important details from reading materials.
• choose from a repertoire of decoding and comprehension strategies to unlock meaning of unknown words.
• engage in all steps of the writing process; use a variety of organizational strategies to compose (e.g.,  webs, charts, outlines).
• write for a variety of purposes and audiences; compose in narrative, descriptive, and expository styles.
• persevere through the writing process; edit own work for punctuation, spelling, basic grammar, and paragraphing.
• incorporate feedback from others into written compositions; provide others with feedback.
• spell grade-level words accurately.
• use legible cursive handwriting.
• use a computer as a writing tool.

Speaking and Listening Skills

• follow complex oral directions and instructions.
• demonstrate comprehension of information presented orally.
• plan, organize, and deliver oral presentations in small groups and individually.
• read aloud expressively with a natural rhythm and flow.
• participate effectively in large and small group discussions; express thoughts and ideas with clarity.

Math

• knows addition and subtraction facts to 20.
• rounds whole numbers through the thousands.
• adds and subtracts 4-digit numbers with and without regrouping.
• knows multiplication facts to 12 x 12.
• multiplies a multi-digit number by a two-digit number.
• divides a multi-digit number by a one-digit number.
• factors whole numbers up to 100.
• recognizes and generates equivalent forms of commonly used fractions and decimals.
• identifies on a number line the relative position of fractions, mixed numbers and decimals to two decimal places.
• explains different interpretations of fractions (i.e., parts of a whole or set, division, equivalents).
• adds and subtracts decimals to two places including dollars and cents.
• uses letters, boxes, or other symbols to stand for any number in simple expressions or equations.
• measures and computes area and perimeter labeling appropriate units (e.g., cm or cm2 ).
• identifies and compares attributes of 2D shapes according to their properties and develops definitions of triangles and quadrilaterals.
• plots points on a graph to describe a pattern and make predictions.
• collects, organizes, displays and interprets data.
• represents all possible outcomes for a simple probability situation.
• justifies the reasonableness of the solution by using various strategies.
• expresses solutions clearly and logically using the appropriate terms, pictures and numbers.
• explains and justifies solutions and strategies using mathematical vocabulary.

English Language Arts
Reading and Writing Skills

• use various word analysis strategies to read unknown words in context.
• recall important details from a story, narrative, or non-fiction article; extract the main idea or theme from a text.
• use prior knowledge, experience, and context to make predictions and draw conclusions or inferences from reading.
• read critically.
• consult a variety of reading and reference material to get information.
• distinguish among literary forms and genres.
• demonstrate interest in independent reading for knowledge and enjoyment.
• write a well-planned and interesting text with sufficient detail.
• write for a variety of purposes and audiences: compose in expository, narrative, and descriptive and persuasive styles.
• use a variety of organizing strategies such as webs, story maps, note-taking, outlining.
• persevere throughout the writing process.
• edit own and other’s work for quality of expression, paragraphing, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• use computer as a writing tool.

Speaking and Listening Skills

• follow complex oral directions and instructions; respond with appropriate questions.
• demonstrate comprehension of reading material presented orally.
• deliver well-planned oral presentations.
• recite and read aloud poetry or selections from literature with fluency and expression.
• participate effectively in large and small group discussions; express thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely.

Math

• knows basic (x, ÷) facts to 12; (+,-) to 20.
• solves multi-digit addition and subtraction problems of whole numbers and decimals.
• solves multi-digit multiplication problems.
• demonstrates proficiency with long division with whole numbers with multi-digit divisors.
• composes and decomposes numbers, including factors to solve problems [e.g., 25 x 40 =(25 x 10) x 4 = 25 x 40 = (20 + 5) x 40 ].
• understands the concepts and performs addition and subtraction of fractions with common denominators.
• calculates and uses simple percents of whole numbers in real world application.
• uses a letter to represent an unknown number; writes and evaluates simple algebraic expressions with one variable by substitution.
• identifies and graphs ordered pairs in the four quadrants of the coordinate plane.
• understands and computes the perimeter of irregular shapes labeling correct units.
• identifies, describes attributes of, measures, and draws angles, perpendicular and parallel lines, rectangles, and triangles by using appropriate tools (e.g., straightedge, ruler, compass, protractor, drawing software).
• understands and applies different ways of finding what is “typical” or “average” (mean, median and mode).
• reads, interprets, and constructs various types of graphs and explains which type is most appropriate for a given data set.
• uses a variety of strategies to make estimates and solve problems (e.g., 28 + 48 + 13: estimates the sum as 30 + 50 + 15 = 95).
• expresses solutions clearly and logically using the appropriate terms, pictures and numbers.
• explains and justifies solutions and strategies using mathematical vocabulary.
• relate everyday language to mathematical language and symbols ( +, -, =, <, >, $, x, ÷).
• apply logical processes to problem-solving situations; screen relevant and irrelevant information.
• logically communicate mathematical thinking using words and symbols.
• explain and justify solutions and strategies used orally and in writing.
• identify and evaluate various approaches to problems, choose one and solve problem; create word problems.

• use various strategies to read unknown words in context.
• recall the main idea and supporting details from various genres of text.
• use prior knowledge, experience, and context to make predictions and draw conclusions or inferences from reading.
• use various material to get information.
• demonstrate interest in independent reading for knowledge and enjoyment.
• sets goals for reading.
• write essays and stories using the writing process.
• write for a variety of purposes and audiences: compose in expository, narrative, and descriptive and persuasive styles.
• use a variety of organizing strategies such as webs, story maps, note-taking, outlining.
• edit own and other’s work for quality of expression, paragraphing, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• use computer as a writing tool.

Speaking and Listening Skills

• follow complex oral directions and instructions; respond with appropriate questions.
• demonstrate comprehension of reading material presented orally.
• deliver  oral presentations
• read aloud various genres with fluency and expression.
• participate effectively in large and small group discussions; express thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely.

Math

• solves multi-digit multiplication and division problems of whole numbers and decimals.
• understands how to calculate exponents.
• understands and can calculate multi-step problems with order of operations.
• understands prime and composite numbers.
• finds and uses decimal and percent equivalents for common fractions.
• understands the concepts and performs addition and subtraction of fractions with common and not common denominators.
• solves simple expressions with fractions.
• understands the concepts and performs simple multiplication and division of fractions.
• understands and calculates ratios and proportions.
• calculates and uses percents in real word math (sales tax, discounts and interest).
• understands, adds, subtracts, multiplies and divides integers.
• identifies and graphs ordered pairs in the four quadrants of the coordinate plane.
• understands and computes the area of shapes labeling correct units.
• understands and computes the volume and surface area of rectangular solids.
• graphs and solves inequalities.
• reads, interprets, and constructs various types of graphs and explains which type is most appropriate for a given data set.
• expresses solutions clearly and logically using the appropriate terms, pictures and numbers.
• explains and justifies solutions and strategies using mathematical vocabulary.
• relate everyday language to mathematical language and symbols ( +, -, =, <, >, $, x, ÷).
• apply logical processes to problem-solving situations; screen relevant and irrelevant information.
• logically communicate mathematical thinking using words and symbols.
• explain and justify solutions and strategies used orally and in writing.
• identify and evaluate various approaches to problems, choose one and solve problem; create word problems.