SD Content Standards Correlation 

SD SCIENCE STANDARDS
3-5

Goal 1 – NATURE OF SCIENCE

Students will explore, evaluate, and communicate personal and scientific investigations to understand the nature of science.

Indicator 2:  Demonstrate understanding and use a variety of processes for scientific investigations.

Grade Level Standards

Third Grade:

     6.  use appropriate scientific equipment for investigations.

     7.  use proper safety procedures in all investigations.

Fourth Grade:

     6.  use appropriate scientific equipment for investigations.

     7.  use proper safety procedures in all investigations.

Fifth Grade:

     6.  use appropriate scientific equipment for investigations.

     7.  use proper safety procedures in all investigations.

Goal 2 – PHYSICAL SCIENCE

Students will use appropriate scientific models to describe and quantify the nature and interactions of matter and energy.

Indicator 1:  Describe the structures and properties of matter in various states and forms.

Grade Level Standards

Third Grade:

     1.  describe physical properties of objects.

     2.  relate composition to physical properties.

     3.  use appropriate technology to investigate and understand that objects are
          made of smaller parts.

Fourth Grade:

     1.  describe ways in which the properties of matter may vary.  (example:
          solubility, density, baking soda interaction with vinegar)

     2.  explain how physical properties remain the same as the mass is changed.
          (example:  block of salt will taste the same as a grain of salt) 

Goal 5 – SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY

Students will identify and evaluate the relationships and ethical implications of science, upon technology, environment, and society. 

Indicator 1:  Analyze various implications/effects of scientific advancement within the environment and society. 

Grade Level Standards 

Fourth Grade

     4.  explain how inventions have changed people’s lives.  (example: television,
          electric lights) 

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SD SCIENCE STANDARDS
6-8 

Goal 1 – NATURE OF SCIENCE

Students will explore, evaluate, and communicate personal and scientific investigations to understand the nature of science. 

Indicator 1:  Understand the nature, value, and application of scientific knowledge. 

Grade Level Standards 

Sixth Grade:

     1.  explain how scientific knowledge and processes have evolved over time. 

Indicator 2:  Demonstrate understanding and use a variety of processes for scientific investigations. 

Grade Level Standards 

Sixth Grade:

     2.  manipulate one variable over time with many repeated trials to test an
          hypothesis.

     5.  use appropriate scientific equipment for investigations.

     6.  use proper safety procedures in all investigations. 

Seventh Grade:

     2.  control variables to test hypotheses by repeated trials.

     6.  demonstrate appropriate use apparatus and technologies for
           investigations.

     7.  use proper safety procedures in all investigations. 

Eighth Grade:

     2.  control variables to test hypotheses by repeated trials, and by identifying
          sources of experimental error.

     3.  Interpret data to justify predictions or conclusions.

     5.  select appropriate scientific equipment and technologies for investigations
          and experiments.

     6.  use proper safety procedures in all investigations. 

Goal 2 – PHYSICAL SCIENCE

Students will use appropriate scientific models to describe and quantify the nature of interactions of matter and energy. 

Indicator 1:  Describe structures and properties of matter in various states and forms. 

Grade Level Standards 

Seventh Grade:

     1.  describe how the particle theory of matter aids in understanding the
          structure of matter. 

Eighth Grade:

     1.  analyze the characteristics of types of matter based on physical and
          chemical properties.  (example:  elements, compounds, mixtures, acids,
          bases, salts, organic, inorganic, solids, liquids, and gases) 

Indicator 4:  Analyze various interactions of energy and matter. 

Grade Level Standards 

Sixth Grade:

     2.  identify types of energy transformations.  (example:  mechanical to
          electrical, chemical to light) 

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SD SCIENCE STANDARDS
9-12 

Goal 1 – NATURE OF SCIENCE

Students will explore, evaluate, and communicate personal and scientific investigations to understand the nature of science. 

Indicator 1:  Understand the nature, value, and application of scientific knowledge. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grades:

     2.  analyze evidence that supports or refutes past or current scientific
          theories, hypotheses, and/or explanations about a specific topic.

     3.  analyze how new discoveries may either modify existing theories or result
          in establishing a new paradigm.

     6.  analyze how new knowledge and methods emerge from investigations
          and from public communication among scientists. 

Indicator 2:  Demonstrate understanding and use a variety of processes for scientific investigations. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grades:

     1.  apply basic science process skills.  (example:  observing, classifying,
          measuring, communicating, predicting, and inferring)

     3.  select and use appropriate instruments to extend observations and
          measurements.

     4.  manipulate multiple variables with repeated trials.

     5.  apply appropriate mathematical techniques in evaluating experimental
          data.

     8.  use safe and effective laboratory techniques. 

Goal 2 – PHYSICAL SCIENCE

Students will use appropriate scientific models to describe and quantify the nature and interactions of matter and energy. 

Indicator 1:  Describe structures and properties of matter in various states and forms. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grades:

     1.  relate macroscopic and microscopic characteristics of the four states of
          matter. 

Indicator 2:  Describe various physical and chemical changes in matter. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grades:

     1.  compare the roles of electrons in covalent, ionic, and metallic bonding.

   11.  use models to make predictions about chemical bonds, chemical
          reactivity, and polarity of molecules. 

Goal 3 – LIFE SCIENCE

Students will describe structures and attributes of living things, processes of life, and interaction with each other and the environment. 

Indicator 1:  Understand the fundamental structures, functions, and mechanisms found in living things. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grades:

     7.  analyze relationships of the structures and of functions of different cells,
          tissues, organs, and systems. 

Goal 5 –SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY

Students will identify and evaluate the relationships and ethical implications of science upon technology, environment, and society. 

Indicator 1:  Analyze various implications/effects of scientific advancement within the environment and society. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grades:

     1.  analyze the impact of scientific investigations and findings on human
          society. (example:  issues surrounding genetic engineering)

     6.  evaluate the impact of products made of natural or synthetic materials, or
          of a combination of the two. 

Indicator 2:  Analyze relationships/interactions among science, technology, environment, and society. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grades:

     6.  explain how people control the outputs and impacts of our expanding
          technological activities in the areas of communication, construction,
          manufacturing, power and transportation, energy sources, health
          technology, and biotechnology. 

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SD MATH STANDARDS
9-12

Goal 5 – PATTERNS, RELATIONS, AND FUNCTIONS

Students will discover, analyze, extend, and create patterns, relations, or functions to model mathematical ideas in a variety of forms. 

Indicator 1:  Analyze and describe the properties and behaviors of relations, functions, and related inverses. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grades:

     1.  use various representations of functions, e.g., graphs, tables, symbolic
          forms.

     3.  apply transformations to the graph of a basic function and predict and
          analyze the results. 

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SD LANGUAGE ARTS STANDARDS
3-5 

Goal 1 – READING

Students will read at increasing levels of complexity for a variety of purposes. 

Indicator 4: Students will access, synthesize, and evaluate information from a variety of sources. 

Grade Level Standards 

Third Grade:

2. use reference tools to locate information, e.g., dictionaries, maps and globes, encyclopedias, periodicals, Internet.
4. compare information on the same topic found in several expository selections. 

Fourth Grade:

2. use reference tools to manage information, e.g., maps and globes, software/CD ROM, video materials, Internet. 

Fifth Grade:

2. use reference tools to retrieve and manage information, e.g., interactive software, CD ROM, video materials, Internet.
3. draw inferences, conclusions, or generalizations about text and support them with textual evidence and experience. 

Goal 2 – WRITING

Students will write effectively for different audiences and specific purposes. 

Indicator 4: Students will write to clarify and enhance understanding of information. 

Grade Level Standards 

Third Grade:

4. write to explain what is known about selected topics in various content areas. 

Fourth Grade:

4. write to explain ideas presented or discussed in various content areas. 

Fifth Grade:

1. write to synthesize information from a variety of sources related to specific issues.
5. write in response to ideas, thoughts, and information presented in various content areas. 

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SD LANGUAGE ARTS STANDARDS
6-8 

Goal 1 – READING

Students will read at increasing levels of complexity for a variety of purposes. 

Indicator 4: Students will access, synthesize, and evaluate information from a variety of sources. 

Grade Level Standards 

Sixth Grade:

3. draw conclusions and make inferences based on explicit and implied information.
4. read to acquire information for different purposes, e.g., preparing a research report.
5. use reference tools to retrieve and manage information, e.g., interactive software, CD-ROM, video materials, Internet. 

Seventh Grade:

4. synthesize information to apply in decision-making or task completion.
5. use available technology to gather, organize, and retrieve information, e.g., print resources, CD ROM, Internet. 

Eighth Grade:

4. analyze and synthesize information to make informed decisions.
5. determine the appropriate technology to gather, organize, and retrieve information, e.g., computer software, Internet. 

Goal 2 – WRITING

Students will write effectively for different audiences and specific purposes. 

Indicator 4: Students will write to clarify and enhance understanding of information. 

Grade Level Standards 

Sixth Grade:

2. write to connect knowledge within and across disciplines, e.g., ecosystems in geography and science.
3. use a variety of structures to categorize and organize information, e.g., timelines, Venn diagrams. 

Seventh Grade:

2. write to transfer learning from one context to another, e.g., finding similarities between history and literature.
3. use graphic organizers to clarify information, e.g., charts, graphs. 

Eighth Grade:

2. write to transfer learning from one context to another, e.g., practical application of ideas and theories.
3. write to record observations, communicate hypothesis, and analyze information collected. 

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SD Language Arts Standards
9-12 

Goal 1 – READING

Students will read at increasing levels of complexity for a variety of purposes. 

Indicator 4: Students will access, synthesize, and evaluate information from a variety of sources. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grade

      1.     use the reading process to understand directions and procedures, e.g.,
              directions for home and auto repair, schedules, maps.

       2.    read and follow instructions to use computer software, assemble or
              construct models or equipment, or complete a project.

5.     locate, synthesize, and use information from multiple sources to solve
  problems and make decisions, e.g., newspapers, magazines, electronic
  media, public documents. 

Goal 2 – WRITING

Students will write effectively for different audiences and specific purposes. 

Indicator 4: Students will write to clarify and enhance understanding of information. 

Grade Level Standards 

Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grade:

       6.     write text, notes, outlines, comments, and observations to synthesize
               content, processes, and experiences from a variety of media.

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