Science Audit Recommendations – Modified to Align with Science Vision

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HADDONFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Executive Summary – Science Audit 2008-2009

District Vision
All students will achieve to their fullest potential in academics, athletics and the arts.

Vision for Science
• All students will be actively engaged throughout the PK-12 continuum of studies in the
theory, practice and application of science through dynamic enriching learning experiences
• All students will experience rigorous course work through:
o a well-coordinated and cohesively administered curriculum
o active participation in science exploration and study in the classroom, field, and lab
o interdisciplinary interactions with members of the school, community and region
• All students will investigate and explore science on an individual level
• ts will possess fundamental science literacy and critical thinking skills
• All students will employ technology as a tool of discovery, produce written results of their
study and communicate science content with one another, and members of their family and
community
• All Haddonfield Memorial High School graduates will be prepared to succeed to their
fullest potential in post-secondary academic study and/or occupational applications of
science concepts and knowledge

Audit Recommendations to Support the Development of the Science Vision

• Implementation of a PK-12 cohesive and engaging continuum of studies to impact the
achievement of elementary, middle school and high school students
o Foundation for science study established in a refined, detailed and consistent K-5
standards-based curriculum across all three district elementary schools to facilitate a
smooth transition across the continuum
o Increasing rigor and interdisciplinary studies reflected at the middle school level to
facilitate preparation for high school

• Independent Study for Middle and High School Students
o Expands the study of science topics, involvement with local science research
and/or participation in science competitions or fairs

• Establishment of a District Science Education Forum
o All district students will benefit from the communication and collaboration of
K-12 educators, administers and community members that will comprise a
forum to meet regularly to discuss critical issues related to science
education

• Summer Enrichment Programs in Science
o Expanded program of tuition-based programs of study to engage students in
supplemental learning, provide greater diversity of science topics available for
research and study and additional opportunities for students to grow as inquiry-
based learners
o Summer enrichment course for students to further explore the scientific method,
data analysis, graphing and lab report construction
• Science Curriculum and Lab Support
o Science students within the district will be able to better study and practice science
with labs and investigations supported by the purchase of necessary materials to
build curriculum kits K-5 and equipment for the expanded life science program at
the High School

• Professional Development
o Summer teacher training institute for constructing elementary science units and
exploring best practices to support the implementation of the aligned elementary
curriculum

• K-12 Environmental Education Program and Educator (.5 teacher)
o Provides students throughout the district with opportunities to interact, learn
together and engage in real-world science as they study local and regional
environmental issues. The educator will seed science content and studies at all
levels that will serve as a cohesive focus for district science education

• Science Educational Assistants
o Dedicated use of the currently assigned Educational Assistants in the elementary
science labs will support the hands-on lab investigations used to supplement and
cover core content standards

• Grading System for Science in Grades 4 & 5
o The assessment of Science in the same manner as Math and English will bolster the
emphasis of science in the curriculum and strengthen feedback to students

• Action Plan – Next Steps
o Ensures all the tenets of the audit are implemented and that new ideas are
incorporated into instructional practices



The district would like to thank the members of the Science Audit Committee
for their dedication to advancing the achievement of all Haddonfield students.

Staff Members Community Members Admininstration
Ron Smith, HMHS, Chair Peter Ronner Chuck Klaus, HMHS
Chrisie Gill, E. Haddon Brian Cziernicki Craig Ogelby, E. Haddon
Mary Goodwin, Central Jenn Hartt Mike Wilson, HMHS
Gene Kornak, HMHS Mark Ruggerio Dyanne Kerecman, Ad hoc
Amanda Kucklinca, HMS
Debbie Landry, E. Haddon
Kate Loftus, HMS
Ellen McCaney, Tatem
John Sohn, HMHS

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