This document provides an overview of a presentation on the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts. It discusses the structure and topics covered by the CCSS for ELA, including the four strands of Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening, and Language. It also outlines the major shifts required by the CCSS, such as an increased focus on informational texts and text-dependent questions. Finally, it discusses next steps for implementation of the CCSS in the Orting School District, including additional training for teachers in foundational reading skills, vocabulary acquisition, and reading complex texts in all content areas.