What seems simple, is actually quite complex. 

Anatomy of a FASTalk message

FASTalk messages are designed by instructional experts to extend learning outside of the classroom. Playlists can be fully customized to aligned with grade-level standards and/or the curriculum scope and sequencing guide.

FASTalk Messages incorporate the following:

• Consistent communication: messages are sent 2-3x per week on a predictable schedule, messages come from a trusted academic resource (e.g., teacher, school)
• Learning-focused tips that create opportunities for real world connections: short and focused information about a concept being covered in class, suggested activities to reinforce classroom instruction that can be done anywhere
• Build knowledge and capacity for families to engage with their child: quick prompt inviting parent-child conversations, includes a sample answer or words of encouragement for families

Explore sample FASTalk content to get a sense for the types of tips and activities ​a family receives through FASTalk. 

FASTalk Playlist: Aligned with Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) 

Here is a set of sample messages aligned to Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) for the following grade-levels:

• Kindergarten​
• First Grade
• Second Grade

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FASTalk Playlist: Aligned with Illustrative Mathematics

Here is a set of sample messages aligned to Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) for the following grade-levels:

• Second Grade
• Third Grade
• Sixth Grade

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We're developing more FASTalk messages to align with high quality curriculum across grades PK-8. Meet with us. ​