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Cautionary Lessons from Oklahoma’s Decision to Repeal Common Core

In May 2014, Oklahoma education took a significant step backwards by repealing the Common Core State Standards, and reverting to an old set of demonstrably inferior education standards.

This paper examines the aftermath of Oklahoma’s decision to retreat from higher standards and the repercussions it has had for educators, students and the course of the state’s education system.

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About the Collaborative for Student Success

At our core, we believe leaders at all levels have a role to play in ensuring success for K-12 students. From ensuring schools and teachers are equipped with the best materials to spotlighting the innovative and bold ways federal recovery dollars are being used to drive needed changes, the Collaborative for Student Success aims to inform and amplify policies making a difference for students and families.

To recover from the most disruptive event in the history of American public schools, states and districts are leveraging unprecedented resources to make sure classrooms are safe for learning, providing students and teachers with the high-quality instructional materials they deserve, and are rethinking how best to measure learning so supports are targeted where they’re needed most. 

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