Sixth Grade Science Resources
Curriculum Supplements | Science Content References | Expanded Curriculum Framework | Sixth Grade SOLs | Resources
This site was developed in conjunction with the Virginia Department of Education to provide sixth grade teachers with the most relevant resources to meet the new Standards of Learning. Please check back often as new resources will be added periodically.
- Examples of Recent Field Studies/ “Meaningful” Watershed Investigations:
2007 Summer Professional Development
Water & Watershed Based Science Standards Institutes
Multi- day explorations of the 6th Grade Science Standards and related concepts from Grades 4-7. Standard Partici pat ion is free. Graduate Credit Options Available from Virginia Commonwealth University.
In keeping with the overall goal of improving student achievement, these sessions are designed to enhance individual teacher’s qualifications by increasing his/her knowledge and understanding of the sixth grade science core content and related concepts from grades 4-7.
- June 11 - 14, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Brunswick County , Lawrenceville - June 25 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
City of Chesapeake
Jolliff Middle School in Western Branch - August 6 – 9, 9:00 a.m – 4:00 p.m.
Albemarle County
Henley Middle School in Crozet
View the flyer for more information or click here for the registration form.