A challenge faced by U.S. schools in light of new standards is how to make elementary science education more robust. To help address this challenge, an expert committee will provide evidence-based ...

Houston ISD's top-performing schools in fifth-grade STAAR exams were typically wealthier campuses with specialized magnet programs, according to data released by the Texas Education Agency Tuesday.

At Melbourne Elementary School in north-central Arkansas, time for science is a priority—even for the youngest students. Starting in kindergarten, teachers dedicate 30-40 minutes for the subject each ...

Adelanto city leaders donated $7,500 to help fund a science camp trip for fifth-grade students at Gus Franklin Jr. Elementary School. Nearly 70 students from Gus Franklin Jr. Elementary School will ...

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Fond du Lac fifth-grade teacher Jon Meyer reflects on about 30 years of teaching and the changes he's observed. Meyer emphasizes the importance of building relationships with students, especially ...