Our Science

Our science is part of our entire school integrated curriculum. We have created and are continuing to created and refine a unique curriculum. We offer hands-on science, where students learn from the materials and processes of the natural world through direct observation and experimentation. Our science teachers use the constructivist approach to learning about science. Our curriculum follows the National Science Standards, the Texas State TEKS and our district benchmarks. Visit this site. Visit the TEKS site.
Technology is used as a tool to enhance the learning environment. We teach technology skills within the overall information problem-solving process skills in context.

• Our science classes are 90 minutes daily
• We have trained and certified Science teachers in our labs
• We have a collegic and collaborative relationship with the Rice University School Science Project.
• We have a full time Rice University Science Specialist on campus
• Hi-tech Science labs equipped to meet the needs of the 21st century student.
• We use the Cambridge Physics Educational Program and integrate it into our math and science curriculum.
• Every student uses the applied science and technology lab called, the "Smart Lab"™ from the Creative Learning System.
• Computers are used as tools for exploration. Students use integrated technologies, CBL and MBL equipment.
• Internet and intranet is used for data acquisition and research is stressed.
• Intensive staff development is always ongoing for our science teachers.

Last updated; July, 2001