Academic Development: Students will acquire the academic preparation essential to choose from a variety of educational, training, and employment options upon completion of secondary school.  

  • 10

    Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses related to learning, EA10

  • 11

    Demonstrate time management and organizational skills, EA11

  • 12

    Apply study skills necessary for academic achievement,EA12

  • 13

    Use critical thinking skills and test-taking strategies, andEA13

  • 14

    Understand the choices, options, and requirements of the middle school environment.EA14

Career Development: Students will investigate the world of work in order to make informed career decisions.

  • 7

    Recognize the benefits of both individual initiative and teamwork,EC7

  • 8

    Recognize that the changing workplace requires lifelong learning,EC8

  • 9

    Identify hobbies and interests, andEC9

  • 10

    Identify career choices through exploration.EC10

Personal/Social Development: Students will acquire an understanding of, and respect for, self and others, and the skills to be responsible citizens.  

  • 8

    Understand change as a part of growth,EP8

  • 9

    Understand decision making and problem solving strategies, EP9

  • 10

    Identify the emotional and physical dangers of substance use and abuse,EP10

  • 11

    Use strategies for managing peer pressure, andEP11

  • 12

    Use strategies for handling conflict in a peaceful way.EP12

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 4 and Grade 5