High School Science Curriculum for Illinois
Up to 100% aligned to the Illinois Learning Standards for Science
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 Illinois 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.
Three-Dimensional Assessments
To support your students’ science mastery, Kognity offers a variety of assessment options. By using our 3D Performance Tasks, knowledge checks, quizzes, and more, you’ll help boost test scores and see improvement in CCCs, SEPs, and DCIs by making the content more approachable for everyone.
Integrated Earth and Space Science
Physics of the Universe Solution
Kognity’s Physics curriculum is here to lighten the load for teachers who usually have to spend hours of their time creating their own resources. It’s based entirely on algebraic math requirements and gives your freshmen a solid foundation to move forward in their science journey.
Reliable Performance Data
Now you can easily track student progress with Kognity’s trusted performance data. Whether it’s formative or summative, you’ll capture built-in assessment moments that show exactly what your students are learning and applying, with real-time feedback to help them stay on track.
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 the curriculum to life in their classrooms.
Expert-Crafted, Shaped By Teachers
A dedicated team of original NGSS writers, professional learning developers, and experienced teachers come together to create Kognity’s rigorous and reliable content. Mirroring the NGSS, our approach promotes continuous enhancements through peer feedback and open discussion.
Illinois State Science Standards Mapping
Access a detailed standard mapping showing how Kognity aligns to Illinois 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
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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Prefer to explore Kognity independently? Sign up for a free 30-day trial to explore our Biology, Chemistry, Earth & Space Science, and Physics courses at your own pace.