Science

Supporting your school or district's implementation of best-practice science instruction.

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    Three Ways to Impact Science Instruction

    In the fall of 2024, a group of K-12 science teachers in Marble Falls ISD signed up to be a part of the Science Vertical Instructional Team (VIT). One of the first things the team tackled, along with two ESC Region 13 science specialists, was taking a deep dive into science STAAR/EOC district data for […]

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    Science Transition Year FAQs for STAAR/EOC

    2024-2025 is a transition year for implementing the new K-12 science standards. Teachers across Texas want to know if this year’s Science STAAR/EOC focuses solely on the new Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Not quite. This year is designated a “transition year” for Texas science assessments. So, any content overlapping between the previous and current […]

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    Discovering the Wonders of Phenomena in the Science TEKS

    The Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) Guide defines phenomena (the plural of phenomenon) as naturally occurring, detectable events observable through the senses. Do you know how many times phenomena are mentioned in the Science TEKS? These grade bands mention phenomena multiple times. Kindergarten Through Grade 5 Examples of Phenomena in […]

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    3 Reasons to Pay Attention to the Science TEKS Introduction

    The new Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Kindergarten through 12th grade will be implemented for the 2024-2025 school year. All grade-level TEKS have an Introduction followed by the standards. The Introduction can often be overlooked, yet it can contain valuable information. Let’s look at a few items that can be found in […]

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Science professional development and support

Our specialists provide professional development for science teachers that is reflective of campus, district and regional needs. We are data-informed and values-driven. We create powerful learning experiences for teachers that are active, learner-centered, and responsive to student needs. Most importantly, we support teachers to create inquiry-driven, literate scientists of tomorrow

Additionally, our professional development for science teachers supports the implementation of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS), and the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS).

Need to get in touch?

Contact a member of our team for more information.

Vejheh Tavakoli, 512-919-5187 Carolyn Beardsley, 512-919-5446

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