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From this browse and search tool, you will find the New York State (NYS) Learning Standards statements for all seven standard areas across grades Pre K - 12. The NYS Learning Standards provides the foundation for the NYS Assessments and the local core curriculum.

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Standard Area - ELA: English Language Arts (NYS P-12 Common Core)

Standard - L.K.1:
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

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Standard - L.K.2:
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Anchor Standard - Knowledge of Language

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Standard - L.K.3:
(Begins in grade 2)

Anchor Standard - Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

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Standard - L.K.4:
Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on kindergarten reading and content.

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Standard - L.K.5:
With guidance and support from adults, explore word relationships and nuances in word meanings.

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Standard - L.K.6:
Use words and phrases acquired through conversations, reading and being read to, and responding to texts.