Standards

SMARTER Balanced Assessment Consortium

NECAP

Maine has adopted the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science and Technical Subjects, and is making a gradual transition in instruction and accountability systems.

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Maine is a governing member of the SMARTER Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC), a multi-state collaborative working to develop an assessment system aligned to the Common Core State Standards.  Stay informed about timely developments by checking the SBAC website – frequently! 

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Current state accountability standards for reading and writing assessment in Grades 3-8 and 11. Maine will continue participating in NECAP through the 2013-14 school year.

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Hot Links

Literacy for ME

Maine's Comprehensive State Literacy Plan

Maine Reading First

A federal grant program that supports teachers and K-3 students in low performing schools. Click here for more information.

Support for Professional Development

Micro-courses, webinars, and other resources for continued professional learning.

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Maine ELA ListServ

Keep informed about current developments in Maine ELA.

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Professional ELA Organizations

• National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE
• Maine Council for English Language Arts (MCELA)
• International Reading Association (IRA)

Literacy Links

An electronic  newsletter published monthly for educators which provides research about a variety of literacy topics, instructional resources related to these topics, and information about professional development opportunities.  http://www.maine.gov/education/rf/newsletters/index.html