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FOSS is made for Utah

On this page, see the scope of the FOSS curriculum. View the evidence of its effectiveness. And take advantage of a free offer.

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What is FOSS?

FOSS gives students the opportunity to think and act like scientists and engineers. UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science developed FOSS® Next Generation™ for Utah to present science the way students learn it, as they experience phenomena firsthand through active investigation. It’s why FOSS is proven to measurably improve test scores in districts across the country. Why FOSS?

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FOSS Next Generation

Recommended Scope & Sequence for the Utah Pre-K-8 SEEd Standards

Utah Pre-K–8 SEEd Standards

FOSS® Next Generation is the curriculum that guides students through their own active investigations of scientific phenomena. Grounded in ongoing research at UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science, the three-dimensional learning of FOSS imparts not just facts but a scientific way of thinking, equipping students from all backgrounds to meet modern standards and navigate today’s complex world.

Grade	Strand	FOSS Module
Grade 8	Strand 8.1: Matter and Energy Interact in the Physical World	Chemical Interactions
	Strand 8.2: Energy is Stored and Transferred in Physical Systems	Gravity and Kinetic Energy Waves
	Strand 8.3: Life Systems Store and Transfer Matter and Energy	Populations and Ecosystems
	Strand 8.4: Interactions with Natural Systems and Resources	Earth History
Grade 7	Strand 7.1: Forces are Interaction Between Matter	Gravity and Kinetic Energy Electromagnetic Force
	Strand 7.2: Changes to Earth Over Time	Earth History
	Strand 7.3: Structure and Function of Life	Human Systems Interactions
	Strand 7.4: Reproduction and Inheritance	Heredity and Adaptation
	Strand 7.5: Changes in Species Over Time	Heredity and Adaptation
Grade 6	Strand 6.1: Structure and Motion Within the Solar System	Planetary Science
	Strand 6.2: Energy Affects Matter	Weather and Water
	Strand 6.3: Earth’s Weather Patterns and Climate	Weather and Water
	Strand 6.4: Stability and Change in Ecosystems	Populations and Ecosystems
Grade 5	Strand 5.1: Characteristics and Interactions of Earth’s Items	Soils, Rocks and Landforms Living Systems
	Strand 5.2: Properties and Changes of Matter	Mixtures and Solutions
	Strand 5.3: Cycling of Matter in Ecosystems	Living Systems
Grade 4	Strand 4.1: Organisms Functioning in Their Environment	Environments
	Strand 4.2: Energy Transfer	Energy
	Strand 4.3: Wave Patterns	Energy
	Strand 4.4: Observable Patterns in the Sky	Earth and Sun
Grade 3	Strand 3.1: Weather and Climate Patterns	Water and Climate
	Strand 3.2: Effects of Traits on Survival	Structures of Life
	Strand 3.3: Force Affects Motion	Motion and Matter
Grade 2	Strand 2.1: Changes in Earth’s Surface	Pebbles, Sand and Silt
	Strand 2.2: Living Things and Their Habitats	Insects and Plants
	Strand 2.3: Properties of Matter	Solids and Liquids Pebbles, Sand and Silt
Grade 1	Strand 1.1: Seasons and Space Patterns	Air and Weather Sound and Light
	Strand 1.2: The Needs of Living Things and Their Offspring	Plants and Animals
	Strand 1.3: Light and Sound	Sound and Light
Grade K	Strand K.1: Weather Patterns	Trees and Weather Materials and Motion
	Strand K.2: Living Things and Their Surroundings	Animals 2x2 Trees and Weather Materials and Motion
	Strand K.3: Forces, Motion and Interactions	Materials and Motion
Pre-K	Strand Pre-K.1: Weather	DSM Weather and Sky+
	Strand Pre-K.2: Light	DSM Weather and Sky+
	Strand Pre-K.3: Living Things	Observing Nature
	Strand Pre-K.4: Matter and Motion	Observing Nature

+ DSM by Delta Education

Classroom proven like no other science program.

FOSS has amassed a legacy of results spanning all 50 states and reflecting the combined experience of 100,000 teachers. If you're looking for a science curriculum proven to work for students of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, your search begins and ends with FOSS.

Lifts up major metro districts

In LA, FOSS delivered massive test score improvement and then sustained it.

Boosts scores in diverse districts

When FOSS was adopted in a district scoring 17 points below standard, it completely closed the test-score gap in just 3 years

Elevates already high-performing districts

This district's test scores were already satisfactory. But after implementing FOSS, thosescores jumped up and stayed up.

Wins in head-to-head competition

In a pilot with 63 teachers in 15 schools, FOSS was the overwhelming winner on multiple criteria over a leading "designed for NGSS" competitor.

Succeeds in challenging districts

The Oakland school district faced multiple obstacles to learning. But once it adopted FOSS, its students' test scores rose against the tide.

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Only FOSS offers you all this.

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America's most awarded, most adopted science program
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Three decades of continuous refinement by 100,000 teachers
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Professional development & support unmatched by any competitor

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When students take scientific investigation into their own hands with FOSS, they’re captivated. When you try FOSS with your own students, you’ll be impressed. Whether you’re gathering information, want a sample, or are ready to take the next step, our FOSS Specialists can discuss options tailored to your needs.

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