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NGSS Resources for Parents

The following are resources for parents, which provide an overview of the Next Generation Science Standards. If you have questions about NGSS at your school site, please contact your principal and/or science teachers.

NGSS General Information

  • NGSS Overview
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  • NGSS a New Vision for Science Education
  • NGSS School Board Presentation
  • Preliminary Results for the 2018 California Science Test

Parent Guides

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Frequently Asked Questions

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NGSS Timeline

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IUSD Course Progressions

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State and National Resources

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  • California Classroom Science
  • Achieve's Next Generation Science Standards
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