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Science Instruction

Jacqueline Carrese, K-12 Science Supervisor
Phone: 462-7224


Below are links to download the district's science curriculum pacing maps, which are designed to ensure that all students are instructed in the required curriculum to best prepare them for the NYS Science exams. You also can view the K-12 Science Testing Dates for 2007-08 in .pdf format.
 

Elementary Science, K-4

Intermediate Science, 5-8
The Grade 5-8 Science curriculum pacing maps for the City School District of Albany are presented in a monthly format by grade level. You will find them at the links below in .pdf format. They align with the New York State Intermediate Level Science Core Curriculum Guide from the State Education Department.

 

Each year students are instructed in the four main branches of science: Life Science, Earth Science, Chemistry and Physics. For grades 5-6, the program consists of a reading/writing component using the Harcourt Science text, and a hands-on lab component using science kits. For grades 7-8, the program consists of a reading/writing component using the Prentice Hall Science Explorer text, and a hands-on component via laboratory experiments.

 

The maps are designed to ensure that all students are instructed in the required curriculum to best prepare them for the NYS Grade 8 Intermediate Level Science Test. They are reviewed annually and subject to change.

 

As parents, we encourage you to use these maps to keep informed of the science topics your son or daughter will be learning each year. This also affords an opportunity to participate in and enhance their learning at home. Should you have any questions please call K-12 Science Supervisor Jackie Carrese in the Office of Math and Science at 462-7224 or 462-7286.

High School Science, 9-12

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