The purpose of the LISD Science Program is to prepare students for their future by helping them to become scientifically literate adults. Scientifically literate individuals understand core science concepts, use scientific reasoning, and recognize the interactions between science, technology, and society. A quality science education teaches students to raise questions, persevere in search of answers, and reason logically. The science courses will help accomplish this goal.
RECOMMENDATION
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF GRADE 5 SCIENCE
The 6th Grade Science curriculum is grounded in the application of scientific and engineering practices to explore natural phenemona and topics in the following strands:
Matter and Energy
Force, Motion, and Energy
Earth and Space
Organisms and the Environment
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF GRADE 5 SCIENCE
HONORS courses will offer an additional layer of depth and complexity applied to the standard core content alongside the high expectations and authentic learning experiences in all LISD courses. Depth and complexity applied to the standard 6th Grade Science curriculum offer rich learning experiences for students interested in taking on the challenge of advanced coursework.
REQUIREMENT: STUDENT
QUALIFIES FOR GIFTED AND
TALENTED SERVICES
Taught by G/T and Honors trained teachers, the 6th Grade G/T Science curriculum is specifically designed to meet the needs of gifted learners, applying a layer of depth and complexity to the course outcomes.
REQUIREMENT: STEM SCHOOLS ONLY
STEM Science is an enhanced science course with a focus on the Engineering Design Process. Students will experience a curriculum with design challenges, investigations, and career exploration that connects them to real-world problems.
REQUIREMENT: STEM SCHOOLS ONLY
HONORS courses will offer an additional layer of depth and complexity applied to the standard core content alongside the high expectations and authentic learning experiences in all LISD courses. Depth and complexity applied to the standard 6th Grade STEM Science curriculum offer rich learning experiences for students interested in taking on the challenge of advanced coursework.
RECOMMENDATION
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF GRADE 6 SCIENCE
The 7th grade science curriculum is grounded in the application of scientific and engineering practices to explore topics and phenomena in the following strands:
Matter and Energy
Force, Motion, and Energy
Earth and Space
Organisms and the Environment
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF GRADE 6 SCIENCE
HONORS courses will offer an additional layer of depth and complexity applied to the standard core content alongside the high expectations and authentic learning experiences in all LISD courses. Depth and complexity applied to the standard 7th Grade Science curriculum offer rich learning experiences for students interested in taking on the challenge of advanced coursework.
REQUIREMENT: STUDENT
QUALIFIES FOR GIFTED AND
TALENTED SERVICES
Taught by G/T and Honors trained teachers, the 6th Grade G/T Science curriculum is specifically designed to meet the needs of gifted learners, applying a layer of depth and complexity to the course outcomes.
REQUIREMENT: STEM SCHOOLS ONLY
STEM Science is an enhanced science course focusing on the Engineering Design Process. Students will experience a curriculum with design challenges, investigations, and career exploration that connects them to real-world problems.
REQUIREMENT: STEM SCHOOLS ONLY
HONORS courses will offer an additional layer of depth and complexity applied to the standard core content alongside the high expectations and authentic learning experiences in all LISD courses. Depth and complexity applied to the standard 7th Grade STEM Science curriculum offer rich learning experiences for students interested in taking on the challenge of advanced coursework.
RECOMMENDATION
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF GRADE 7 SCIENCE
The 8th grade science curriculum is grounded in the application of scientific and engineering practices to explore topics and phenomena in the following strands:
Matter and Energy
Force, Motion, and Energy
Earth and Space
Organisms and the Environment
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF GRADE 7 SCIENCE
HONORS courses will offer an additional layer of depth and complexity applied to the standard core content alongside the high expectations and authentic learning experiences in all LISD courses. Depth and complexity applied to the standard 8th Grade Science curriculum offer rich learning experiences for students interested in taking on the challenge of advanced coursework.
REQUIREMENT: STUDENT
QUALIFIES FOR GIFTED AND
TALENTED SERVICES
Taught by G/T and Honors trained teachers, the 6th Grade G/T Science curriculum is specifically designed to meet the needs of gifted learners, applying a layer of depth and complexity to the course outcomes.
REQUIREMENT: STEM SCHOOLS ONLY
STEM Science is an enhanced science course focusing on the Engineering Design Process. Students will experience a curriculum with design challenges, investigations, and career exploration that connects them to real-world problems.
REQUIREMENT: STEM SCHOOLS ONLY
HONORS courses will offer an additional layer of depth and complexity applied to the standard core content alongside the high expectations and authentic learning experiences in all LISD courses. Depth and complexity applied to the standard 8th Grade STEM Science curriculum offer rich learning experiences for students interested in taking on the challenge of advanced coursework.