The K-12 Science Scoop
Coming to you from the Region 17 Education Service Center!
Science Fall Learning Lineup
October 2021
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Science Curriculum Planning Sessions
Collaborate with your colleagues as we navigate the TEKS and resources available for planning your lessons.
K-5th Grade:
- November 2, 2021, 9 am - 4 pm, Session: 832331
6-12th Grade:
- November 4, 2021, 9 am - 4 pm, Session: 832341
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Asynchronous Learning Opportunities!
Science Content Learning for Teachers with PBS Learning more about our scientific world and the way it works!
- Complete at your own pace September 3rd - December 14, 2021
- 1-2 hours CPE (can be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours)
- Course: 833094
Science and the New STAAR Question Types What will the new item types look like on STAAR in 2023?
- Complete at your own pace September 3rd - December 14, 2021
- 2 hours CPE
- Course: 833132
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Learning to Code with Python on TI-Nspire™ CX II Technology
This workshop is designed for educators interested in introducing Python coding to their students using TI-Nspire™ CX II technology. The workshop introduces the basics of Python coding principles including logic, selection statements and loops. A focus will be on coding topics which will reinforce student understanding of curriculum concepts.
- November 18, 2021, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- 6 hours CPE Credit
- Session: 832351
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STAAR New Item Types
The Practice Test Site is Now Available!!!
Click on the picture to access the website.

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Curriculum Information
High School Science TEKS
The new Science High School TEKS were scheduled to be implemented in the 2023-2024 school year. However, science is now part of Proclamation 2024. This means that the new Science TEKS will not be implemented until the 2024-2025 school year with the exception of the Specialized Topics in Science courses. TEA and SBOE are working to implement by 2022.
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Science Spectrum Fab Lab

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Panhandle STEM Conference - Summer 2022
Monday, July 11th 2022 at 9am to Tuesday, July 12th 2022 at 4pm
5800 Bell Street
Amarillo, TX
The Panhandle STEM Conference will be July 11-12th 2022 at Region 16 in Amarillo, TX. Join us for science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and integrated STEM workshops! Mark your calendars. ESC Works registration will open soon.

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