High School Science Curriculum for California
Based on the California framework, up to 100% aligned
Kognity is here to bridge the gap between NGSS curriculum and classroom implementation—empowering teachers, engaging students, and improving consistency in science instruction.
How Kognity Stands Out for California Schools
Rooted in phenomena and packed with interactive content and hands-on activities, Kognity’s NGSS lessons help teachers reach every student while removing the stress of having to create their own standard-aligned materials.
California-Centric Framework
Kognity’s phenomena-based units and 3D assessments have been built around the California standards, providing up to 100% coverage of the required Performance Expectations with locally relevant content.
California Dashboard Accountability
Kognity’s three-dimensional assessments not only help students get comfortable with the material but also give teachers helpful insights into their students’ grasp of science concepts. This means teachers have plenty of time to provide extra support before state tests.
Implementation Made Easy
You’ll receive ongoing support with teacher guides, instructions, and a dedicated professional development specialist for 30-, 60-, and 90-day check-ins—equipping teachers with the skills and confidence to bring NGSS curriculum to life in their classrooms.
CAST Preparation
Our standalone Earth and Space Science course ensures students are prepared for the 3-course integrated courses tested in CAST, covering gaps that other curriculums might miss. It also saves Biology, Chemistry, and Physics teachers from the extra work of creating their own resources.
Physics Solution
Kognity’s Physics of the Universe course is based entirely on algebraic math requirements and is well-suited for a Physics-First approach. It gives your freshmen a solid foundation to build on for their future science courses.
In-Class, Online and At-Home Support
Kognity makes it easy for students to learn at their own speed with constant access to up-to-date content and helpful features like support for over 130 languages, text-to-speech, visual aids, and an interactive glossary. It’s designed to set students up for success and help teachers reach every student.
California State Science Standards Mapping
Access a detailed standard mapping showing how Kognity aligns to California state science standards.
You can also access Scope and Sequence documents for Kognity’s high school science courses, which include details on how each Kognity unit and module aligns to the NGSS.
These are available for Kognity’s Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth & Space Science courses.
Want to Chat?
Get in touch to start a conversation on how Kognity for High School Science can make a difference in your district or school.
What happens next?
- We’ll email you to set up a Zoom call
- You’ll book a time in the calendar that suits your schedule
On the call, we will:
- Give a brief introduction to Kognity
- Discuss your curriculum needs
- Set up a demo account for you to explore Kognity
Meeting Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) standards
Kognity for High School Science meets the ESSA Level IV (Demonstrates a Rationale) requirements of evidence standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Kognity curriculum fall under the Williams Settlement?
Yes, Kognity does fall under the Williams Settlement under the provision that ensures students have sufficient textbooks and instructional materials aligned with state standards. Kognity is research-based and built on the California State Science Framework.
Can Kognity's platform be used for low, medium, and high tech classrooms?
Yes. While Kognity is a digital platform, we recognize that high school science, guided by NGSS standards, thrives in collaborative, in-person environments. We offer discussion protocols and ‘talk-moves’ to support student inquiry and exploration, regardless of their tech setup or confidence level. Our suggestions are flexible, and teachers—who know their classrooms best—can adapt them as needed.
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