SCIENCE CURRICULUM: The way we teach science has changed!

Instruction aligned to the NGSS (next generation science standards) represents significant innovations in science classrooms. One of the biggest innovations is that instruction based on the NGSS involves students using their understanding of fundamental science principles to make sense of phenomena (things that happen that students can see in the world around them). Students need science classes that allow them to build learning related to multiple standards over a longer period of time. Here are some examples of the differences in science education nationally and here at BMES:  http://www.nextgenscience.org/sites/ngss/files/15-041_Achieve_ScienceChartNewVision.pdf

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Mar 25, 2026

ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited...<br><a title="ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/11/parentsquare-our-new-district-communication-tool/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool </span>Read More</a>

Apr 2, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival

Over two thousand community members came together on Saturday, March 7, for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ first-ever Future Ready Festival at Silver Creek High School. Families and community members filled the campus throughout the afternoon, engaging with educators, asking questions, and exploring innovative programs and opportunities available across the district. The festival featured Advantage Zones...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/08/st-vrain-valley-celebrates-first-ever-future-ready-festival/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival </span>Read More</a>

Feb 5, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Schools to Host Early Access to Kindergarten and First Grade Informational Meeting, Feb. 17

St. Vrain Valley Schools is hosting an Early Access to Kindergarten and First Grade Informational Meeting on February 17 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. For families of highly advanced gifted children under the age of six, the district offers an early access pathway designed to ensure students whose academic needs exceed typical preschool experiences can...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Schools to Host Early Access to Kindergarten and First Grade Informational Meeting, Feb. 17" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/02/05/st-vrain-valley-schools-to-host-early-access-to-kindergarten-and-first-grade-informational-meeting-feb-17/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Schools to Host Early Access to Kindergarten and First Grade Informational Meeting, Feb. 17 </span>Read More</a>

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