Curriculum

 

Science

The Science Department supports a balanced, comprehensive, and research-based instructional model focused on life, physical, and earth sciences, as described in the Science Framework for California Public Schools Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve. This framework provides grade-level content and investigation/ experimentation standards for science. It emphasizes the importance of differentiated instruction, high expectations, interactive approaches, and flexible groupings to support student performance.
 

RESOURCES

 
Science Kit Rotation Calendar for 2012/13: Traditional and Year-Round
 
 
Foss Supports Kit Requirement Insert

Request Additional Materials Form

Animal Refrigeration Info

Teacher Prep Videos

Foss Focus Questions, Grades K-5
 

Grade

Spacer Spacer Units of Study
Kindergarten Earth Physical Life
Grade 1 Earth Physical Life
Grade 2 Earth Physical Life
Grade 3 Earth Physical Life
Grade 4 Earth Physical Life
Grade 5 Earth Physical Life
Grade 6
All Units
Grade 7
All Units
Grade 8
All Units
High School
All Units


Grade Bodies of Evidence
Kindergarten Rubric Sample RP1 Sample RP2 Sample RP3
Grade 1 Rubric Sample RP1 Sample RP2 Sample RP3
Grade 2 Rubric Sample RP1 / Anchor Papers Sample RP2 Sample RP3
Grade 3 Rubric Sample RP1 Sample RP2 Sample RP3
Grade 4 Rubric Sample RP1 Sample RP2 Sample RP3 / Anchor Papers
Grade 5 Rubric Sample RP1 Sample RP2 Sample RP3
 

California State Science Curriculum Standards K-12 (Spiraled)
Chemistry, Earth Science, Investigation and Experimentation, Life Science, Physical Science
 

Contact

Don Whisman, Program Manager
Student Programs and Professional Learning
San Diego Unified School District
4100 Normal Street
San Diego, California 92103
(619) 725-7345