Science - K-12 Learning Standards

For more information:

  Breanne Conley
  (360) 725-4961
  breanne.conley@k12.wa.us

  Science Assessment
  (360) 725-6298
  Science@k12.wa.us

Science Learning Standards

The 2009 version of the Washington State K-12 Science Standards strengthens the foundations of the previous document and incorporates the latest findings of educational research. Version 1.2 June 2010, includes minor revisions to increase the clarity of the science standards document. The errata sheet indicates the clarifications.

Online Access to the Learning Standards

The Grade Level Standards & Resources Web site provides quick access to all content standards along with aligned resources to support curriculum development, instructional practices, and assessment of student learning. Choose "Science" from the homepage menu.

View, Print or Download the Standards

PDF K-12 Science Standards (Revised June 2009)
(132 pages, 1.66 MB)
PDF K-12 Science Standards (Revised June 2009)

PDF Errata, June 2010, for K-12 Science Standards (PDF)

PDF The Science K-10 Grade Level Expectations (2005) will continue to be tested until the transition to the new standards is complete. The 2009 Science Standards will first be assessed in grades 3-8 in 2011 and in high school in 2012.

Supporting Resources

Teaching and Learning Science & Assessment Informational Webinars
Addressing the anticipated end-of-course exam in biology, science standards, best practices in instruction, Next Generation Science Standards, and STEM education.

OSPI’s Assessment Division and Teaching and Learning Division invite you to attend a focused webinar on the Biology End of Course Assessment Supports. This session will be an in depth review of materials recently added to the OSPI Science Assessment website. A formal “look” at the templates and scenarios will be highlighted. It is anticipated that this webinar will last approximately one hour. As always, this webinar will be recorded. Register for the Webinar

Title:

Teaching and Learning Science & Assessment Informational Webinar

Date:

Monday, January 9, 2012

Time:

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM PST

Materials:

Presentation (PPT)

Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
Themes for each webinar will be updated on this site.

Future webinar dates/times

February 27, 2012 3:00 - 4:30 pm

March 19, 2012 3:00 - 4:30 pm

April 30, 2012 3:00 - 4:30 pm

View past webinars

Science & STEM Education in Washington State: Background & Current Landscape (PDF)

NRC Conceptual Framework for Science Education Standards
In July 2011, the National Research Council (NRC) published "A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas." Scroll to the middle of the page to find a free PDF version.

Science Instructional Materials and Supporting Resources
These documents include the 2009 Core and Supplemental Instructional Review of K-8 and 9-12 instructional materials and their alignment to the newly revised 2009 science standards.

Education Service District Science Coordinators
The 2011-2012 ESD Science Coordinators provide science professional development.

Standards Professional Development for Science Teachers
Included are professional development presentation materials that can be used for implementation of the Washington State K-12 Science 2009 Learning Standards. These materials include Leader Guides, PowerPoint presentations, and other supporting documents for four modules.

Science

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