Fulton County Education Standards Overview

Amy Barger, Assistant Superintendent for Learning and Teaching in Fulton County Schools, outlines the district's goal to prepare students for success by mastering educational standards. The Georgia Department of Education has set these standards, and Fulton County teacher leaders have prioritized key concepts and skills. Learning maps have been developed to guide instruction and assessment, organized by proficiency levels 2.0, 3.0, and 4.0. Parents can access these maps to support their children's learning and engage in meaningful discussions with teachers.

What is the main goal of Fulton County Schools for its students?

• To focus solely on academic achievements

• To make students excel in sports

• To prepare students to succeed in their chosen paths

• To ensure all students graduate with honors

Who sets the learning standards for each grade level in Georgia?

• Georgia Department of Education

• Fulton County Schools

• Federal Government

• Local School Boards

How do students progress in mastering standards during the school year?

• By starting with complex concepts

• By tackling simple concepts first

• By focusing on extracurricular activities

• By skipping basic skills

What role do Fulton County teacher leaders play in education?

• They focus on sports training

• They identify key state standards

• They manage school finances

• They set national standards

What is a learning map?

• A tool for outlining knowledge and skills for standards

• A map of school locations

• A guide for vacation planning

• A list of extracurricular activities

What does a 2.0 proficiency level indicate?

• Skills beyond the standard

• Advanced skills

• Basic vocabulary and skills

• Mastery of the standard

In the telling time example, what is required for 3.0 proficiency?

• Telling time to the nearest hour

• Understanding historical timelines

• Writing time to the nearest minute

• Calculating time zones

What does a 4.0 proficiency level represent?

• Advanced skills requiring inference

• Mastery of the standard

• Basic skills

• Skills not related to the standard

How can parents use the learning maps?

• To determine vocabulary and skills for standards

• To choose extracurricular activities

• To manage school budgets

• To plan family vacations

Where can parents access the learning maps?

• On the Fulton County Schools website

• At the local library

• In the school cafeteria

• At the community center