Science is a body of knowledge, but it is also a method of learning about the physical universe by applying the principles of scientific inquiry. Middle and high school science instruction has been developed to support and strive to achieve the goal of the Framework for K-12 Science Education by the National Research Council of the National Academies (2012). Science and engineering practices are foundational in these efforts.

"The overarching goal of our framework for K-12 science education is to ensure that by the end of 12th grade, all students have some appreciation of the beauty and wonder of science; possess sufficient knowledge of science and engineering to engage in public discussions on related issues; are careful consumers of scientific and technological information related to their everyday lives: are able to continue to learn about science outside school; and have the skill to enter careers of their choice, including(but not limited to) careers in science, engineering, and technology.”

Goals for Science

Advocacy - bringing together stakeholders seeking to improve education and involve the community

Professional Development - working closely with the State Department of Education and science leadership organizations to support efforts to improve instruction and increase student achievement

Innovation in Curriculum Design & Methodology - identifying, designing, and disseminating innovative instructional tools and techniques to schools and educators.

Instructional Materials Support - supporting availability and effective use of curricula and materials.

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Comprehensive Health Education (CHE) is age-appropriate, sequential instruction in a school setting to teach children and youth to develop healthy lifestyles and build skills to prevent and reduce health problems.

Health Education Materials

Approved Physical Education Resources (updated March 2022)

Essential Health Skills for Middle School 2e

Author: Catherine Sanderson, Mark Zelman, Lindsay Armbruster, and Mary McCarley

Moving to Succeed

Copyright 2011, First Edition V1.2, Dan Young, Author and Consultant

Physical Best Activity Guide: Elementary Level

Third Edition, National Association for Sport and Physical Education, 2011 and 2015

Laura L. Borsdorf and Lois A Boeyink – Editors

Includes CD-ROM with 143 Reproducible Resources

ISBN-13: 978-0-7360-8117-7

Physical Best Activity Guide: Middle and High Schools

Third Edition, National Association for Sport and Physical Education, 2011 and 2015

Jeff Carpenter and Christina Sinclair – Editors

Includes CD-ROM with 143 Reproducible Resources

ISBN-13:978-0-7360-8118-4

Moving with Words and Actions

Physical Literacy for Preschool and Primary Children, 2017

Clements, Rhonda L., author.  Schneider, Sharon L., author

ISBN: 978-1-4925-4790-7

The First Tee National School Program, 2012

Curriculum Manual 2.0

Based on standards developed by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education

• South Carolina College-and-Career-Ready Science Standards

• South Carolina Academic Standards for Health and Safety Education