West Virginia Student Success Standards (9-12)
West Virginia Student Success Standards for Adolescent Level Programming (Grades 9-12)
The WVSSS for Adolescent Level Programming (Grades 9-12) focus on academic, career, social and emotional development and global citizenship.
Acquisition of the knowledge, skills and dispositions described in WVSSS helps students achieve school success and prepare to successfully transition to their
postsecondary choice; whether it is direct placement in entry-level jobs, credit-bearing academic college courses, industry-recognized certificate or license
programs or workforce training programs. These standards will be delivered within the programmatic level in a sequence designed by the school leadership team.
S TANDARD 1: A CADEMIC /L EARNING D EVELOPMENT – H IGH S CHOOL (9 – 12)
The mathematical content itself does not address the skills described here for the SSCR. However, these skills are well aligned
with the Standards for Mathematical Practice (SMP). The Standards for Mathematical Practice describe varieties of expertise
that mathematics educators at all levels should seek to develop in their students.
These practices rest on important “processes and proficiencies” with longstanding importance in mathematics education. The
first of these are the NCTM process standards of problem solving, reasoning and proof, communication, representation, and
connections. The second are the strands of mathematical proficiency specified in the National Research Council’s report
Adding It Up: adaptive reasoning, strategic competence, conceptual understanding (comprehension of mathematical concepts,
operations and relations), procedural fluency (skill in carrying out procedures flexibly, accurately, efficiently and
appropriately), and productive disposition (habitual inclination to see mathematics as sensible, useful, and worthwhile,
coupled with a belief in diligence and one’s own efficacy).
Although these standards are written for mathematics learning, the underlying skills of problem solving, communication,
making connections, productive disposition and a belief in diligence and one’s own efficacy are the skills described in these
SSCR standards. As mathematics teachers provide opportunities for students to employ these Standards for Mathematical
Practice while the students learn the content, students will be experiencing the SSCR standards put into practice within the
context of the learning of mathematics.
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The Standards for Mathematical Practice are:
MP1. Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
MP2. Reason abstractly and quantitatively.
MP3. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. MP4. Model with mathematics.
MP5. Use appropriate tools strategically.
MP6. Attend to precision.
MP7. Look for and make use of structure.
MP8. Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning.
Adolescent Level Programming (Grades 9-12)
STANDARD 1: ACADEMIC/LEARNING DEVELOPMENT
Competency 1.1. Self-directed Learning
C ROSSWALK
Learning
Outcome:
Objectives
ALP.SS.1.1.1
ALP.SS.1.1.2
ALP.SS.1.1.3
Learning
Outcome:
Objectives
ALP.SS.1.1.4
ALP.SS.1.1.5
ALP.SS.1.1.6
Develop Academic Motivation
Students will:
build upon personal skills and interests through school and community
activities.
apply knowledge of personal learning characteristics to focus on
strengths and maintain motivation for learning.
SMP 1 – 8 all
contribute to
establishing such
habits
exhibit attitudes, skills and dispositions needed to motivate selfdirected, lifelong learning and goal attainment.
Develop Learning Skills
Students will:
refine executive function skills.
identify personal learning style(s) to maximize learning in various
environments.
identify support systems available to advance individual learning and
seek help when needed.
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SMP 1, SMP 8,
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ALP.SS.1.1.7
Learning
Outcome:
Objectives
ALP.SS.1.1.8
ALP.SS.1.1.9
demonstrate the ability to work independently or collaboratively in
various learning environments.
Achieve School Success
Students will:
exhibit personal responsibility to maximize learning.
maintain attitudes, dispositions and behaviors that enhance focus and
success.
apply goal setting techniques to maintain self-directed learning.
SMP 5
SMP 3
ALP.SS.1.1.1
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ALP.SS.1.1.1 use self-advocacy, school and community resources and support
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services as needed.
Competency 1.2: Post-Secondary Preparation
Learning
Prepare for Post-secondary Success
Outcome:
Objectives
Students will:
ALP.SS.1.2.1 evaluate academic performance and course selections in relationship to
postsecondary options.
ALP.SS.1.2.2 apply knowledge of skills, interests, aptitudes and the workplace to
guide decision-making in relation to postsecondary choices.
ALP.SS.1.2.3 explore matriculation agreements for utilizing high school courses,
assessment results and programs in personally identified postsecondary
institutions.
ALP.SS.1.2.4 identify and pursue options for earning postsecondary credits while in
high school.
Learning
Plan to Achieve Goals
Outcome:
Objectives
Students will:
ALP.SS.1.2.5 use personal data to refine academic plan and career/life goals.
ALP.SS.1.2.6 explore costs, eligibility requirements and funding opportunities for
various postsecondary options.
ALP.SS.1.2.7 secure assistance, as needed, for postsecondary planning and the
application process.
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STANDARD 2: CAREER DEVELOPMENT and LIFE PLANNING
Competency 2.1: Career Exploration and Planning
Develop Career Awareness
Learning
Outcome:
Objectives
Students will:
ALP.SS.2.1.1
use a variety of resources to explore career options in relation to
personal abilities, skills, interests, values and the current job market.
evaluate roles, responsibilities and requirements for progressions of
career levels from entry to advanced positions.
explore career options in relation to career clusters and transferable
skills.
ALP.SS.2.1.2
ALP.SS.2.1.3
Learning
Outcome:
Develop Career and Life Plan
Objectives
Students will:
ALP.SS.2.1.4
update career cluster and personalized education plan in relation to
changing interest, job demand and personal data.
revise career/life plan to reflect changing personal lifestyle dreams.
ALP.SS.2.1.5
Learning
Outcome:
Objectives
ALP.SS.2.1.6
Careers and Life Success
Students will:
determine how one’s personal career plan impacts lifestyles and
opportunities.
ALP.SS.2.1.7 model expected workplace dispositions, skills and behaviors in school,
community and occupational experiences to prepare for career success.
ALP.SS.2.1.8 evaluate the relevance of lifelong learning as situations and
responsibilities change that require new knowledge and skills.
Standards 3: Personal and Social Development
3.1. Respect for Self and Others
Learning
Understand self and others
Outcome:
Objectives
ALP.SS.3.1.1
ALP.SS.3.1.2
Throughout the high school content standards, teachers are required to
tie the mathematics to real-world experiences. Many resources such as
unit plans, Teach 21 lessons and project based learning tasks exist
which teachers may use to teach the content and are based on
exploring certain careers. The unit plans developed for Math 11 TR
specifically tie the mathematics to the career clusters for CTE.
SMP 1, SMP 3
Students will:
These skills do not seem to relate to
mathematics specifically.
analyze how thoughts, feelings, attitudes, values and beliefs affect
decision making and behavior.
use active listening to identify and understand the feelings and
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ALP.SS.3.1.3
Learning
Outcome:
Objectives
ALP.SS.3.1.4
ALP.SS.3.1.5
ALP.SS.3.1.6
ALP.SS.3.1.7
ALP.SS.3.1.8
Learning
Outcome:
Objectives
ALP.SS.3.1.9
ALP.SS.3.1.10
ALP.SS.3.1.11
perspectives of others.
use mistakes as learning opportunities to grow personally and socially.
Maintain Positive Relationships
Training beyond what is typically provided to a
classroom teacher would be necessary before
teaching these skills as a part of regular
classroom practice.
Students will:
distinguish between healthy and unhealthy relationships.
apply appropriate anger management and conflict resolution
techniques.
minimize words and actions that hurt self and others.
address peer pressure in safe and effective ways.
identify bullying behaviors and utilize appropriate skills to address
and decrease bullying.
Exhibit Respectful Behavior
Students will:
These skills are part of any classroom
management system. Often these are
addressed in school wide positive behavior
programs. There is no specific correlation to
mathematics content.
respect personal boundaries and privacy needs.
interact appropriately with varying audiences in all settings.
use social and communication skills, dispositions, and character traits
appropriate for various situations and audiences.
Competency 3.2: Goal Setting and Attainment
Learning
Decision Making and Personal Responsibility
Outcome:
Objectives
Students will:
ALP.SS.3.2.1 analyze the relationship between behaviors, choices and consequences
and apply a decision making model to achieve desired goals.
ALP.SS.3.2.2 develop and implement action plans to attain school, home and civic
goals.
ALP.SS.3.2.3 utilize problem solving techniques to generate alternatives and address
changes to attain goals.
ALP.SS.3.2.4 identify possible long term consequences of decisions and take
responsibility to achieve desired goals.
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Competency 3.3. Safety and Survival Skills
Protect Emotional and Physical Safety
Learning
Outcome:
Objectives
Students will:
ALP.SS.3.3.1 apply strategies to reduce stress and protect safety, differentiating
between situations requiring self-help, peer support, adult or
professional help.
ALP.SS.3.3.2 utilize communication skills and strategies to participate in only safe
and healthy activities.
ALP.SS.3.3.3 develop and implement plans for situations such as teasing, bullying,
harassment, threats, intimidation and other violent acts or dangerous
situations.
ALP.SS.3.3.4 know emergency contact information and utilize school and
community resources to protect personal safety.
HSS.3.3.15
Develop and implement a personal safety plan for various dangerous
situations e.g. threats of harm, weapons, irresponsible vehicle use,
physical abuse, emotional abuse, child neglect, stranger danger.
HSS.3.3.16
Develop and practice survival plans for various dangerous situations
such as being lost, being wounded, fires, being held against your will,
being an accident victim, and natural/ manmade disasters.
These skills do not seem to relate to
mathematics specifically.
Training beyond what is typically provided to a
classroom teacher would be necessary before
teaching these skills as a part of regular
classroom practice.
Standard 4. GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
Competency 4.1 Intercultural Perspectives
Acquire a Diverse and Knowledgeable World View
Learning
Outcome
Objectives
Students will:
ALP.SS.4.1.1 describe how the characteristics of diverse world regions and
individual communities contribute to varying world views.
ALP.SS.4.1.2 investigate and explain how factors such as ethnicity, gender, religion
and sexuality contribute to different social and world views.
Interact respectfully with diverse cultures
Learning
Outcome
Objectives:
Students will:
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These skills are not related to any specific
mathematics content.
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analyze global issues and events to gain an understanding of others’
viewpoints.
ALP.SS.4.1.4 analyze language, behavior and non-verbal communication cues to
interact respectfully with diverse cultures.
ALP.SS.4.1.5 examine the influence of stereotyping and prejudice and how they
impact relationships.
Competency 4.2 – Democratic Principles
Promote Social Justice
Learning
Outcome
Objectives
Students will:
ALP.SS.4.2.1 adhere to classroom and school rules and community laws to protect
individual rights and property.
ALP.SS.4.2.2 identify and discuss issues of social justice.
Assume Responsible Leadership
Learning
Outcome
Objectives:
Students will:
ALP.SS.4.1.3
ALP.SS.4.2.3
ALP.SS.4.2.4
SMP 3
Classroom management within school policy
should be part of all teachers’ requirements.
A balance of group and individual work is
essential for teachers to structure
opportunities for students to experience the
Standards for Mathematical Practice.
Leadership skills will be a part of what is
learned while working within a group setting.
There is no specific content to apply to these
skills.
demonstrate characteristics of successful leaders and team members to
reach goals.
exhibit leadership through service to improve the school and
community.
Learning
Outcome
Practice Financial Responsibility
Objectives:
Students will:
ALP.SS.4.2.5
assess personal needs, wants and values to develop a budget.
Content high school mathematics lends itself well to working with realworld problems that are tied to financial situations.
For example:
Understanding Financial Models
M.AMM.FI.1 determine, represent and analyze mathematical models for loan
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ALP.SS.4.2.6
investigate means of saving and investing to maintain long-term
financial stability.
ALP.SS.4.2.7
evaluate the consequences of spending related to debt and debt
management.
ALP.SS.4.2.8
recognize marketing approaches that lead to over-consumption and
discuss ways to reject them.
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amortization and the effects of different payments and/or finance terms. For
example: Auto, Mortgage, Credit Card.
M.AMM.FI.2 determine, represent and analyze mathematical models for
investments involving simple and compound interest with and without
additional deposits. For example: Savings accounts, bonds, certificates of
deposit.
M.AMM.FI.3
determine, represent and analyze mathematical models for Inflation and the
Consumer Price Index using concepts of rate of change and percentage growth
Personal Use of Finance
M.AMM.FI.4 research and analyze personal budgets based on given
parameters. For example: Fixed and discretionary expenses, insurance, gross
vs. net pay, types of income (wage, salary, commission), career choice,
geographic region, retirement and/or investment planning, etc.
M.AMM.FI.5 research and analyze taxes including payroll, sales, personal
property, real estate and income tax returns.
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