Science
Instruction in the field of science is designed to provide students with experiences from which they can build an understanding of the world.
A variety of standards-based strategies and materials are available to help our students learn the content of science through the process of science.
For additional information please contact:
David M. Norton
Instructional Specialist for Science K-12
dnorton@rhmail.org
Rock Hill School District Three
PO Drawer 10072
Rock Hill, SC 29731
(803) 981-1886
Teacher Resources
Academic Standards, Support Documents, and PASS Resources
Grades 6 - 8
Grade 6
Standards and Support Document
PASS Blueprint
PASS Sample Questions
Alternate Link to Standards and Support Document
Scope and Sequence Guide
Grade 7
Standards and Support Document
PASS Blueprint
PASS Sample Questions
Alternate Link to Standards and Support Document
Scope and Sequence Guide
Grade 8
Standards and Support Document
PASS Blueprint
PASS Sample Questions
Alternate Link to Standards and Support Document
Scope and Sequence Guide
Academic Standards, Support Document, and End-of-Course Examination Program (EOCEP)
BiologyApplied Biology 2 as of 2011-2011 will be the only EOCEP test given in high school science. Physical Science is no longer the EOCEP test.
Biology
Standards and Support Document
Biology EOCEP Blueprint
Scope and Sequence Guide
Academic Standards and Support Documents
Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Biology
Standards and Support Document
Alternate Link to Standards and Support Document
Scope and Sequence Guide
Chemistry
Standards and Support Document
Alternate Link to Standards and Support Document
Physical Science
Standands and Support Document
Scope and Sequence Guide
Physics
Standards and Support Document
Alternate Link to Standards and Support Document
Academic Standards and Support Documents
Biology, Chemistry, and Physical ScienceStandards and Assessment
SC Science Academic Standards and Support Guide - The SC Science Academic Standards are listed here along with the newly developed "Help" guide. Clicking on a standard will allow visitors to access all kinds of resources, including websites and ETV video streamline clips. Clicking on an idicator under each standard will allow visitors to access an explanation of the indicator along with assessment information.
SC Science Blueprints for 2007 - This contains up-to-date information about the number and kinds of items that students will be tested on when they take the science portion of the Palmetto Achievement Challenge Test (PACT.)
Professional Organizations
SC Science Council (SC)2 - Our state science organization supports science education.
National Science Teachers' Association - Browse through science information, check out lesson plans, find activities and more!
Resources and Materials
ScienceNetLinks - Provides great resources for K-12 science educators across a wide range of science concepts.
NASA - Information about earth, space and more is available from NASA for students and teachers.
Knowitall.org - A collection of fun, interactive websites for students, parents and teachers. While it contains information and links to topics from all subject areas, to connect with science, check out SC Life or RiverVentures on their homepage.
National Geographic Society - Tons of information on almost any subject can be found here. Look for the blue "Teachers and Students" box on the lower left side of the main page.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Here we find information on weather, oceans, satellites and climates, just to name a few! Do a "Lesson Plans" search to find ideas about real-world applications.
The Smithsonian Institution - Take a virtual tour of the Natural History Museum or watch as Neil Armstrong takes his first step on the lunar surface!
United States Geological Survey (USGS) - Contains information about our planet, the environment, natural resources and more! Click on "Education" to find a variety of materials for students, teachers and explorers!