[Counselors] Science HS course progression

[OSRHE EPAS PK-12 Counselor Discussion Board]

Hi everyone, I am hoping for some input on HS science course offerings...
We have been told that the 10th grade state "science assessment" that
replaces the Biology I EOI will actually be Biology content, which means
our students that take Biology I as a 9th grader will be at a disadvantage
since they are taking Chemistry during their Bio testing year.  Also, if
any student takes Biology as a junior they would not be prepared at all.

We are now looking at having all sophomores take Biology I.  The problem is
this limits the upper level science courses they can get in before
graduation that have biology as a prerequisite.  I hesitate on whether we
need to cater to the mandated test date-  or to meet the needs of the
students and continue to allow highly motivated freshmen to take Biology.
Also, I am not clear if the Biology pass skills will continue to be the
standards tested or if this will be changed again.
Would anyone be willing to share your course progression and logic for high
school science classes?   Also, is your understanding of this test the same
as what we were told and do any of you have more information on this test
for future years?

​Thanks
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Jill Moery
Guidance Counselor
Hennessey High School

Phone:  405.853.4722 or 405.853.4394 (ext.222)
Fax:  405.853.4644
Email: jmoery at hps.k12.ok.us

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