Middle School Science
Science is a core course for students in grades 6-8. Each year students explore concepts in life science, earth and space science, and physical science.
Our curriculum follows the Next Generation Science Standards. Below is a summary and general timeline of units by grade.
Middle School Units of Study:
| Quarter 1 | Quarter 2 | Quarter 3 | Quarter 4 | |
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6th Grade
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Light and Matter | Thermal Energy | Weather, Water Cycle and Climate | Cells and Systems |
| 7th Grade | Chemical Reactions & Matter | Metabolic Reactions | Matter Cycling & Photosynthesis | Ecosystem Dynamics |
| 8th Grade | Genetics | Natural Selection & Common Ancestry | Earth and Space | Contact Forces |
Parent and Student Resources:
Next Generation Science Standards Guides:
Science at Home:
- American Museum of Natural History A range of articles and hands-on activities for middle school students.
- Explore Learning Gizmos Our middle school students each have login access to this library of science activities and simulations.
- NASA Space and astronomy lessons for kids.
- NatGeoKids From National Geographic, this website offers students the ability to read and play games while learning science at the same time.
- NOVA Videos and articles on a variety of scientific topics
- PBS Science! Kids
