Empowering Educators: How Common Curriculum Transformed Frances Diaz’s Teaching Experience

Switching from the “really ugly and…really tedious” Gradelink to Common Curriculum was a game-changer for Frances Diaz, a 5th and 6th grade teacher who found an efficient, visually pleasing, and easy way to manage her lesson plans.

Why Frances Loves Common Curriculum:

Simplify Sub Plans:

Frances quickly discovered that using Common Curriculum was easy! “It’s so easy, like 1–2–3, follow the recipe, and you won’t go wrong,” she says. This not only saves time but as an added but (crucial) bonus ensures substitute teachers have everything they need.

Integrate Slides, PDFs, and YouTube Videos in One Place:

With Common Curriculum, you can integrate Google Slides, PDFs, YouTube videos, and more, all in one place. This feature simplifies the lesson planning process and ensures all your resources are easily accessible.

Find Joy, Get Organized, Stress Less:

One of Frances’s favorite features is the customization. “I love the format, the colors, and that you can pop out the unit timeline,” she shares. This makes opening her lesson plans a joy, adding organization and reducing stress.

Streamline Collaboration and Standards Tracking:

Common Curriculum excels in fostering collaboration among faculty. Frances appreciates how easy it is to track standards and work together on lessons. “It’s easy to track other faculty for cross-collaborations and see where we can do something together,” she explains. This functionality proved invaluable during accreditation meetings.

Colleagues Love It:

Frances’s enthusiasm quickly spread throughout her school! “Everyone that sees it absolutely loves it,” she says. The positive feedback from colleagues underscores the platform’s effectiveness and ease of use.

The Obsession is Real!

Frances’s passion for Common Curriculum is contagious. “I love it. I, I am obsessed with it,” she says. Her excitement is a testament to the transformative power of a well-designed lesson planning tool.

Transform Your Teaching with Common Curriculum

Frances Diaz’s experience highlights the transformative power of Common Curriculum. From simplifying lesson planning to enhancing collaboration and organization, Common Curriculum is an indispensable tool for educators.

Ready to revolutionize your lesson planning? Explore Common Curriculum today and join the growing community of satisfied (and obsessed) educators like Frances.