The science curriculum provides opportunities for students to observe, explore, and test hypotheses . The science curriculum encourages the students' imagination, logic, and open-mindedness . Stakeholders know what national standards are and how they're being set . Stakeholders are aware of federal legislation designed to increase the educational achievement of American students, to improve teaching, and to expand parental participation. Educate America Act.
Stakeholders are aware of state-level efforts at developing educational standards .
Stakeholders understand and support the three programs of national science standards. Stakeholders are aware of the complexities of the change process . Curriculum design teams have the time and support needed for designing or reshaping the curriculum in science. Curriculum design teams align the existing science curriculum with the national or state standards. Teachers discuss new initiatives with parents and community members .