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Early-learning STEAM resource PebbleGo Science, no cost for California schools
PebbleGo Science, part of California’s COMPASS program, offers early elementary students engaging, NGSS-aligned STEAM resources — complete with audio, videos, activities, and bilingual support — all free to schools statewide.
Embracing the Environmental Principles and Concepts
The CASE Environmental Literacy Committee empowers educators to foster environmental literacy through workshops, tools like iNaturalist, and California’s Environmental Principles and Concepts (EP&Cs). Join their online EP&C workshop on April 2,…
DEEP DIVE: STEM Nonfiction Books to Spark Curiosity and Inquiry
Discover how our “idea factory” workshop at the 2024 CASE conference explored engaging STEM nonfiction children’s books, hands-on activities, and strategies to build NGSS-aligned, cross-curricular lessons.
Earth Day Every day, activities beyond April 22
Make Earth Day more meaningful with strategic planning and cross-curricular activities. Explore how to turn Earth Day into a year-round celebration of sustainability and action in the classroom and beyond.
CAST is now on the Dashboard!
Learn about the integration of CAST data into the California Dashboard and strategies to close achievement gaps in science. Explore CASE's CAST Academy, resources for 3D science instruction, and actionable steps to include K-12 science in your…
The Role of Elementary Science Instruction in Preparing Students for the California Science Test
Discover how early science education lays the foundation for success on the California Science Test (CAST). Learn about the importance of elementary instruction in building critical thinking skills and preparing students for CA NGSS-aligned…
Tools for Teachers: A Resource Hub for K-12 Science Educators
Explore Tools for Teachers, a comprehensive online hub offering NGSS-aligned lessons and formative assessment strategies for K–12 science educators. Access high-quality resources developed by California educators to enhance student learning and…
California Science Test Interim Assessments: A Flexible Tool for Monitoring Student Progress in Science
Discover the California Science Test (CAST) Interim Assessments—optional tools aligned with NGSS that help educators measure student progress in science. Learn about their flexible administration, data insights, and resources to support instruction.
Interim Assessments Fill The Data Gap In Cast
CAST data alone won’t guide NGSS instruction. Learn how interim assessments provide timely, actionable feedback to help teachers focus on 3-D learning and prepare students for statewide exams.
Compare Apples To Apples With Cast Data
Most of what the CAST data show are systemic issues in supporting emergent bilinguals and other historically marginalized students, and those long-term effects of systemic failures of society go beyond the school system. On my quest to help classroom…