FOSS® Pathways™ (PK-5) is an innovative, research-driven science curriculum with the power to transform science education for students in grades Pre-K through 5. Developed at The Lawrence Hall of Science, the program emphasizes hands-on, experience-based learning. This enables students to personally engage in scientific practices and foster a deeper understanding of the world around […]
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Beatrice Elementary School Case Study
A modern new elementary school helps Beatrice, Nebraska, put students at the center of learning. If you ask students to describe what their school is like, chances are you wouldn’t hear the word “fun” used very often. Most school facilities have a very institutional look and feel, designed to keep students compliant while teachers […]
Del Mar Academy Case Study
Colorado district teams with School Specialty to furnish and equip a $60M facility from end to end. Jennifer Murtha, principal of Del Mar Academy in Aurora, Colorado, had a vision for what she wanted the new school’s learning environments to look like and how they would function. “I wanted a less institutional look and […]
Building a Community of Support Through SEL and Reflective Practices
In this episode of The Schoolyard Podcast, Nancy Chung welcomes her former colleague and friend, Kim Gameroz. The founder of Teaching Inside Out, Kim has spent her career revolutionizing classrooms through the use of social and emotional learning (SEL) and behavior management strategies. Nancy begins the conversation by discussing how reflective teaching practices can […]
8 Considerations When Designing Innovative CTE Environments
Career and technical education (CTE) prepares students for success in the modern workplace. But it’s not just for students who aren’t college-bound. In fact, students who take CTE courses in high school are slightly more likely than their peers to enroll in college within two years of graduating, one study found. CTE gives meaning […]
Taking a Balanced Approach Between EdTech and Hands-on
School districts nationwide are investing in mobile devices, electronic learning tools, interactive touch screens, 3D printers, virtual reality headsets, digital content, robotics kits, and other age-appropriate EdTech tools in an effort to transform teaching and learning. But simply adding technology alone won’t change the nature of instruction. There needs to be a balance between […]
It’s Time for Science Episode 17: ELD and Science Instruction
This month on It’s Time for Science, it’s time to talk about ELD (English language development) and science instruction! Host Tom Racine chats with Diana B. Vélez and Veronica Gallardo. Diana B. Vélez is a curriculum developer and professional learning provider for the Full Option Science System Project (FOSS) at the Lawrence Hall of Science. She specializes in English language development […]
How to Create Engaging and Effective STEAM Learning Environments
When I taught science to high school students in Oklahoma, I would often set up my classroom in a way that piqued students’ curiosity as soon as they walked through the door. If we were starting a unit on forensic science, for instance, I might stage a crime scene in the middle of the […]
It’s Time for Science Podcast Episode 16: The Science of Reading
This month on It’s Time for Science, it’s time to talk about the Science of Reading and how FOSS®, The Full Option Science System™ incorporates everyday English Language Arts skills to support student literacy in conjunction with hands-on science learning! Host Tom Racine talks with Leslie Lausten, M. Ed and Dr. Jennifer Slavick, Ed. D., […]
The Schoolyard Podcast S2, E4: Classroom Hacks
Leveraging Student Strengths and Tech Tools for Success In the latest episode of The Schoolyard Podcast, host Nancy Chung sits down with educators Fletcher Nelson and Carolyn Kim to discuss practical strategies for working more efficiently in the classroom. As the new school year kicks off, these seasoned teachers share their insights on streamlining […]
Empowering Curiosity: Implementing a Core Science Curriculum Students Love
The demand for scientific literacy grows each year, and educators are tasked with finding engaging ways to spark curiosity and cultivate understanding among young learners. The core science curriculum is at the foundation of this effort, and the implementation of curricula is a significant task for any school district. At Grand Forks Public Schools […]
How to Design Learning Environments That Drive Deeper Student Engagement
For students to succeed academically, they must be invested in their education and stimulated by learning activities. In other words, they must be fully engaged in the learning process. Although educators already understand this, Australian researcher Amy Berry has developed a new way of thinking about student engagement. Berry’s model describes a continuum of […]
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