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The Board of Regents adopted the New York State (NYS) Next Generation Learning Standards in September 2017, the result of a two year state-wide collaborative review process. The following timeline outlines the transition period over the next three years, to the full- implementation of the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards (Note: full-implementation means the NYS Grades 3-8 Tests will be aligned to the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards).

  • September 2017: Adoption of NYS Next Generation Learning Standards.
  • Phase I: Raise Awareness (Winter 2018-Winter/Spring 2019): Professional development on NYS Next Generation Learning Standards; two-day assessments measuring the 2011 NYS P-12 CCLS standards.
  • Phase II: Build Capacity (Spring 2019-Summer 2022) Professional development continuing on NYS Next Generation Learning Standards; two-day assessments measuring the 2011 P-12 NYS CCLS standards.
  • Phase III Full Implementation (September 2022-ongoing): Full implementation of the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards.
  • Spring 2023: New grade 3-8 tests measuring the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards. Timelines illustrating the instruction and assessment implementation for grades 3-8 and the high school are available for both math and ELA.

The NYS Next Generation ELA and Mathematics Standards Implementation Roadmap has been designed to assist and support districts and educators with the transition to full-implementation of the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards. The Roadmap *Key stakeholders include Statewide professional organizations, New York State United Teachers, PTA, and New York State Teacher Centers. 2 provides a recommended plan spread out over the next three years that highlights shared goals and activities that support the NYS Education Department, local school districts, and other key stakeholders with the transition process. Links to pertinent guidance resources are provided throughout the roadmap as well. Based on a needs assessment, districts are encouraged to tailor the suggested implementation activities to meet their specific district level needs during the transition process.

NYS Educational Standards