Science Department

Goals:

1. To ensure 50% of students demonstrate proficient on the CAST.
2. AP?
3. D and F rate?

Plan of Action:

1. Align instructional practices to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) - teacher focus, curriculum, instruction
   • In Non-AP Classes, teachers will change one or more specific lessons in order to align their instructional practices toward the NGSS.
   • Essential Questions:
     • Which specific lesson was changed to become aligned with the NGSS?
     • How exactly did they change that lesson?
     • Did the teacher(s) change one or more lessons to align them with the NGSS?
     • How will lessons and strategies shared/discussed at department meetings?
   • Notes:
     • The CAST (California Science Test) is operational during the 2018-2019 School year.
     • Results from the 2018-2019 Test will provide a baseline to compare subsequent results.  
     • When the 2017-2018 results are released, we will be able to assess the advancements made during the 2018-2019 school year.
2. Align Some of Our Assessments to the NGSS
   • In non-AP Classes, teachers will align one or more specific assessments to the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and/or Cross-Cutting Concepts of the NGSS.  AP Teachers are also encouraged to do this.
   • Essential Questions
     • Which specific assessment was changed to become aligned with the NGSS?