Amplify Science is an engaging curriculum for grades K–8 designed by experts at UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science. As you look through the program, you may notice that it looks different from any science curriculum you’ve seen before. That’s because, in recent years, science teaching has moved away from fact-based lessons, such as those that require memorization, and toward deep learning, where students actively investigate and figure out real-world problems. This shift in science teaching and learning is reflected in new national science standards (the Next Generation Science Standards) and in—you guessed it—Amplify Science.
Amplify Science integrates the latest best practices in science teaching and learning. Students have numerous opportunities to use hands-on materials, engage with readings, develop evidence-based scientific written arguments, and explore digital applications.
We’re excited to welcome you and your student to Amplify for the new school year, and to provide them with exceptional learning opportunities through our programs. We’ve assembled the following resources and guides for you to reference to ensure your student has the most productive experience with our platform and curriculum throughout the year. Select your Amplify program below to get started!
Collaborative for Curriculum (formerly Classrooms1st) is an innovative joint initiative between Golf Elementary School District 67, Skokie/Morton Grove Elementary School District 69, Niles Township District for Special Education (NTDSE), and Niles Township High School District 219, ensuring that all students from kindergarten through 12th grade benefit from a guaranteed and viable common curriculum and assessment program that properly prepares them for high school, college, careers and beyond.