California
Mathematics and Science Partnership (CaMSP)
Enhancing content knowledge and teaching skills of classroom teachers in mathematics and science.
2003 Science Framework for California Public Schools, Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve
(PDF; 6.3MB; 313pp.)
The standards-based framework is available as a free download, or the printed version can be purchased from the California Department of Education (CDE) Educational Resource Catalog.
Science Content Standards
California State Board of Education-adopted science content standards .
Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Test Blueprints
STAR blueprints for standards-based items. Additional information on assessment.
Literature for Science and Mathematics: Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve
Searchable database and other resources for science- and mathematics-related literature.
No Child Left Behind (NCLB) (Outside Source)
Title II, Part B, is the funding source for the California Mathematics and Science Partnership (CaMSP) grant
NCLB Teacher Requirements Resource Guide
The guide explains how to use Title II, Part A funds effectively to ensure that all teachers are highly qualified, a critical component of the No Child Left Behind Act.
Instructional Materials
List of approved materials and programs.
Graduation Requirements
Students must complete at least two yearlong courses, including biological and physical sciences.
Presidential Awards for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching
The nation's highest honor for teachers of science and mathematics.
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS)
The NBPTS offers advanced certification for experienced teachers.
Parent Handbook for Science (Posted 12-Mar-2008; DOC; 600KB; 27pp.) | (Posted 12-Mar-2008; PDF; 192KB; 27pp.)
The handbook includes suggestions for home or family activities, resources to help students, and an overview of California’s science curriculum and requirements in science for high school graduation requirements and college/university admission.
Available Translations of the Parent Handbook for Science
The handbook includes suggestions for home or family activities, resources to help students, and an overview of California’s science curriculum and requirements in science for high school graduation requirements and college/university admission.
Science Safety Handbook for California Public Schools (PDF; 1458KB; 191pp.)
Information to help make your kindergarten through grade twelve science environment safe.
Available Translations of the Science Safety Handbook's Safety Regulations for Students and Parents
Select pages from the Science Safety Handbook for California Public Schools (1999) that a school would send home to parents or guardians. These documents appear as Appendix F in the Science Safety Handbook.
Environmental Education
Current environmental education resources, special events, grant opportunities, and a state plan for environment-based education.
Strategic Teaching and Learning
Standards-based instruction to promote content literacy in grades four through twelve.
Education Conference Calendar
Statewide and national education conferences.
Professional Development Resources
These links are created and maintained by outside sources and
are not part of the CDE.
Program Contacts:
Assessment: Mahala Archer; marcher@cde.ca.gov;
916-319-0349
Title II, Part A: Rob Lee; rlee@cde.ca.gov;
916-323-5799
Environmental Education: Jim Greco; jgreco@cde.ca.gov; 916-323-6189
Framework: Patrice Roseboom; proseboo@cde.ca.gov;
916-319-0509
Instructional Materials: Patrice Roseboom; proseboo@cde.ca.gov; 916-319-0509
Professional Development: Lisa Fassett; lfassett@cde.ca.gov;
916-323-4963
Professional Development: Patricia Terry; pterry@cde.ca.gov; 916-323-5190
