M/J Science 1 Cambridge Lower Secondary (#2002056)

In order for a student to be promoted to high school from the middle grades, they must successfully complete the following courses:

• Three middle grades or higher* courses in English language arts.
• Three middle grades or higher* courses in mathematics.
• Three middle grades or higher* courses in science.
• Three middle grades or higher* courses in social studies.
  • One of these social studies courses must be Civics. There is a statewide, standardized end-of-course exam for Civics that must be taken and factored in as 30% of a student’s course grade.

*May include high school courses for high school credit.

The statutory requirements for middle grades promotion are found in section 1003.4156, Florida Statutes.

District EOC

Students will think scientifically and develop practical skills alongside knowledge and understanding, which is vital for explaining the world around us. Improving learners’ awareness of science in the world around them develops their sense that ‘science is for me’, helping to connect themselves to the subject. 

This approach provides them with the knowledge and skills they require to excel at science in later stages of education and to make informed choices, including considering sustainability issues and meeting the challenges facing our environment.