Kindergarten Learning Expectations

The learning expectations listed below are for kindergarten. Students will be assessed based on their progress toward meeting these grade-level expectations.

The social studies expectations are divided into four areas of the social sciences: history, geography, civics, and economics.

Social Studies Expectations

1. History Expectations

The student:

• 1.1 Understands that individuals and families change over time
• 1.2 Comprehends that traditions are a way of remembering the past
• 1.3 Recognizes that time can be measured by day and night cycles, months of the year or changes of seasons

2. Geography Expectations

The student:

• 2.1 Understands the physical environment of your school and home
• 2.2 Recognizes that individuals and families are unique

3. Civics Expectations

The student:

• 3.1 Recognizes that rules help people stay safe and get along with one another
• 3.2 Recites the Pledge of Allegiance and understands the meanings of patriotic holidays
• 3.3 Understands that voting is a way to make group decisions
• 3.4 Recognizes the role of community helpers

4. Economics Expectations

The student:

• 4.1 Identifies the basic needs of families recognizes that family members have different jobs