June 2008
Vernon Public Schools
Power Standards
English Language Arts, Grade 6
Standard 1 - Reading and Responding
Students read, comprehend and respond in individual, literal, critical and evaluative ways to
literary, informational and persuasive text in multimedia formats.
1.1
Students use appropriate strategies before, during and after reading in order to construct
meaning.
1.1e Draw conclusions and use evidence to substantiate them by using texts heard, read
and viewed.
1.2
Students interpret, analyze and evaluate text in order to extend understanding and
appreciation.
1.2e Discuss and respond to texts by making text-to-self, text-to-text, and text-to-world
connections.
1.3
Students select and apply strategies to facilitate word recognition and develop vocabulary
in order to comprehend text.
1.3c Analyze the meaning of words and phrases in context.
Standard 3 - Communicating with Others
Students produce written oral and visual texts to express, develop and substantiate ideas and
experiences.
3.1
Students use descriptive, narrative, expository, persuasive and poetic modes.
3.1c Use the appropriate features of persuasive, narrative, expository or poetic writing.
3.2
Students prepare, publish and/or present work appropriate to audience, purpose and task.
3.2c Revise texts for organization, elaboration, fluency and clarity.
Standard 4 - Applying English Language Conventions
Students apply the conventions of standard English in oral, written and visual communication.
4.3
Students use standard English for composing and revising written text.
4.3b Demonstrate proficient use of proper mechanics, usage and spelling skills.
from 2006 Connecticut English Language Arts Curriculum Framework: A Guide for the
Development of Prekindergarten – Grade 12 Literacy, Approved February 2006.
June 2008
Vernon Public Schools
Power Standards
English Language Arts, Grade 7
Standard 1 - Reading and Responding
Students read, comprehend and respond in individual, literal, critical and evaluative ways to
literary, informational and persuasive text in multimedia formats.
1.1
Students use appropriate strategies before, during and after reading in order to construct
meaning.
1.1c Select and organize relevant information from text to summarize.
1.2
Students interpret, analyze and evaluate text in order to extend understanding and
appreciation.
1.2d Make and support judgments about texts.
1.3
Students select and apply strategies to facilitate word recognition and develop vocabulary
in order to comprehend text.
1.3c Analyze the meaning of words and phrases in context.
Standard 3 - Communicating with Others
Students produce written oral and visual texts to express, develop and substantiate ideas and
experiences.
3.1
Students use descriptive, narrative, expository, persuasive and poetic modes.
3.1c Use the appropriate features of persuasive, narrative, expository or poetic writing.
3.2
Students prepare, publish and/or present work appropriate to audience, purpose and task.
3.2c Revise texts for organization, elaboration, fluency and clarity.
Standard 4 - Applying English Language Conventions
Students apply the conventions of standard English in oral, written and visual communication.
4.3
Students use standard English for composing and revising written text.
4.3b Demonstrate proficient use of proper mechanics, usage and spelling skills.
from 2006 Connecticut English Language Arts Curriculum Framework: A Guide for the
Development of Prekindergarten – Grade 12 Literacy, Approved February 2006.
June 2008
Vernon Public Schools
Power Standards
English Language Arts, Grade 8
Standard 1 - Reading and Responding
Students read, comprehend and respond in individual, literal, critical and evaluative ways to
literary, informational and persuasive text in multimedia formats.
1.2
Students interpret, analyze and evaluate text in order to extend understanding and
appreciation.
1.2f Identify and discuss the underlying theme or main idea in texts.
Standard 2 - Exploring and Responding to Literature
Students read and respond to classical and contemporary texts from many cultures and literary
periods.
2.1
Students recognize how literary devices and conventions engage the reader.
2.1d Identify and analyze literary techniques an author uses that contribute to the
meaning and appeal of texts.
2.2
Students explore multiple responses to literature.
2.2a Develop and defend multiple responses to literature using individual connections and
relevant text references.
Standard 3 - Communicating with Others
Students produce written oral and visual texts to express, develop and substantiate ideas and
experiences.
3.1
Students use descriptive, narrative, expository, persuasive and poetic modes.
3.1c Use the appropriate features of persuasive, narrative, expository or poetic writing.
3.2
Students prepare, publish and/or present work appropriate to audience, purpose and task.
3.2c Revise texts for organization, elaboration, fluency and clarity.
3.2f Publish and/or present final products in a myriad of ways, including the use of the
arts and technology.
Standard 4 - Applying English Language Conventions
Students apply the conventions of standard English in oral, written and visual communication.
4.3
Students use standard English for composing and revising written text.
4.3b Demonstrate proficient use of proper mechanics, usage and spelling skills.
from 2006 Connecticut English Language Arts Curriculum Framework: A Guide for the
Development of Prekindergarten – Grade 12 Literacy, Approved February 2006.