Mr. Clarkson is teaching third grade in Texas for the first time this year. Which of the following statements best describes how Mr. Clarkson should use the TEKS when planning instruction this year?

A. Mr. Clarkson should review the TEKS at the beginning of the year to become familiar with the overall curriculum goals
B. Mr. Clarkson should plan instruction around the interest and needs of his students
C. Mr. Clarkson should use the TEKS to plan and adjust instruction throughout the year based on how well his students have mastered the TEKS guidelines
D. Mr. Clarkson should set a goal that the majority of his students will master the TEKS objectives