Become a Core Knowledge School

Join the Core Knowledge Movement!

Committing to Core Knowledge

Schools implementing Core Knowledge commit to the following goals:

• To teach all of the topics included in the Core Knowledge Sequence
• To teach the topics at the grade levels assigned by the Sequence
• To teach the topics to all students whenever possible, moving topics only when necessary to meet explicit state expectations

Once you make a commitment to Core Knowledge, you are recognized as a Core Knowledge school by simply filling out a school profile form.

Levels of Commitment

Friends of Core Knowledge

Friends of Core Knowledge schools are those schools just beginning implementation of Core Knowledge; the degree to which they implement Core Knowledge across grade levels and in the different subject areas varies. We ask only that Friends of Core Knowledge schools update their profiles annually in order to remain in our database and on our website.

Core Knowledge Official Schools

Core Knowledge Official schools self-report implementation of at least 80% of the Core Knowledge Sequence, with the goal of reaching 100% implementation. Each official school has:

• fully participated in the professional development offered by the Core Knowledge Foundation
• completed an application process
• undergone a review visit from a certified Core Knowledge consultant

Core Knowledge Visitation Sites

Core Knowledge Visitation sites are schools that have been deemed exemplary according to the criteria set forth by the Foundation. These schools have:

• met the requirements for Official School status
• implemented 100% of the Sequence at a high level of proficiency, as documented through visits and observations by the Core Knowledge Foundation
• agreed to welcome visitors who wish to see Core Knowledge in action

Full implementation is not required to join the network of schools, but there is an expectation that within five years full implementation will be achieved.

Learn more about getting started with Core Knowledge today!

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