Every science classroom should strive to provide:
High expectations for all learners by providing access to rigorous science instruction and appropriate support to ensure every student can succeed.Â
Student-centered learning that actively engages students in the learning process.
Inquiry-based instruction driven by questions, exploration, and discovery.
Hands-on laboratory experiences that connect scientific concepts to authentic investigations.
Three-dimensional science instruction integrating disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts.
Student discourse and collaboration where students communicate, question, and defend their thinking using scientific evidence.
Evidence-based reasoning that encourages students to construct explanations and support claims with data.
Safe laboratory practices that promote responsibility, preparedness, and a culture of safety.
Frequent formative assessments to monitor student understanding and guide instructional decisions.
Purposeful technology integration that enhances scientific investigation, data analysis, and student engagement.
A positive classroom culture where curiosity, perseverance, collaboration, and respect for diverse ideas are valued.
Student ownership of learning by providing opportunities for students to ask questions, set goals, reflect on their learning, and take responsibility for their progress.
STEM and career connections that expose students to careers, industry partnerships, engineering design, and postsecondary opportunities.