What do the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) outline?

The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) outline the educational standards that specify what students should know and be able to do at each grade level across various subjects. These standards serve as a guideline for curriculum development and instructional planning, ensuring that all students in Texas receive a consistent and high-quality education tailored to their age and grade level. TEKS are crucial for teachers as they provide a framework for assessing students’ learning and progress throughout their educational journey.

Daily schedules for teachers vary widely based on school policies and individual classroom needs and do not represent a standard outlined in TEKS. Similarly, while testing requirements and extracurricular programs are important aspects of education, they fall outside the primary focus of the TEKS, which is centered on defining educational content and expectations for student learning.