FOSS® (Full Option Science System™) is a research-based core science curriculum for grades PreK–8.
Developed at the Lawrence Hall of Science, UC Berkeley and published and distributed by Delta Education® & School Specialty®
A great day of professional learning last week with educators in North Clackamas focused on models, data analysis, and sensemaking. 🔬📊
Macro Monday!
Can you guess what is zoomed in here?
Drop your best guess in the comments! 👇 (Check back tomorrow for the answer!)
☀️ Teachers, you made it! ☀️
Summer is officially in full swing, so how are you spending your first days of freedom? Whether you’re sleeping in until 9 a.m., drinking coffee without interruption, or jetting off on a tropical getaway, we want to know!
👇 Drop a comment below and tell us what you are most looking forward to this summer!
Fluffy, puffy, and secretly VERY heavy. ☁️💪
06/18/2026
🏆 Recognized by both educators and families!
The FOSS Pathways Science Resources books recently received a Parent and Teacher Choice Award, highlighting their impact in supporting meaningful science learning for elementary students.
What makes this recognition special?
📚 Trusted by educators and families alike
🔬 Supports students as they build science knowledge and literacy skills
🌎 Helps learners make real-world connections through engaging, accessible content
We’re proud to create resources that complement hands-on investigations and help spark curiosity in every classroom.
Thank you to the teachers, students, and families who inspire our work every day!
🌞 Register by June 24 to Receive Your FOSS Virtual Summer Camp Materials Pack! 🌞
Already registered? Great news—your materials pack is on its way! 📦
There’s still time to join us on July 15–16, 2026, for two half-days of engaging, hands-on professional learning designed to help you bring science to life in your classroom. Customize your experience by choosing the sessions that best fit your needs, and leave with ready-to-use strategies, resources, and inspiration for the year ahead.
📅 July 15–16, 2026
⏰ 12:00–3:00 PM ET | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM PT
💻 Online
🎒 Register by June 24 to receive your materials pack before camp!
🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/4u12Juw
06/16/2026
📣 In case you missed it...
FOSS Pathways (PreK–5) has officially been awarded an ESSA Tier 4 Evidence Badge by the Johns Hopkins School of Education!
This third-party recognition affirms the strong research foundation behind our phenomena-based science curriculum and reinforces our commitment to providing engaging, hands-on science experiences for elementary learners.
We’re proud to support educators with curriculum designed to maximize instructional time while inspiring curiosity, investigation, and discovery. 🔬✨
06/15/2026
☀️ One less thing to think about this summer! ☀️
Before you head into vacation mode, take a minute to order your FOSS Science Notebook Booklets for the upcoming school year. Getting your materials squared away now means you can relax and enjoy your summer knowing your classroom will be ready when students return.
Order now, check it off your list, and spend the rest of the summer doing what summer is for. 😎📚
06/12/2026
🌞 Register Now for the FOSS Virtual Summer Camp for K–8 Educators! 🌞
Join us July 15–16, 2026, for two half-days of engaging, hands-on professional learning designed to help you bring science to life in your classroom. Build your own learning experience by choosing the sessions that best fit your needs—and leave with ready-to-use strategies and resources.
We’re also thrilled to welcome Dr. Leena Bakshi McLean as our featured guest speaker, kicking off the event on July 15 at 12:00 PM ET. Dr. McLean is the founder of STEM4Real, a nationally recognized leader in STEM, AI, equity-centered education, and environmental justice, and the author of STEM for All and There’s Something in the Water.
📅 July 15–16, 2026
⏰ 12:00–3:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM–12:00 PM PT
💻 Online
🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/4u12Juw
Spots are filling quickly—reserve yours today!
Now available: FOSS Pathways English Language Development (ELD) chapters for Grades K–5!
These grade-specific resources provide practical strategies, lesson templates, and standards-aligned tools to support multilingual learners through integrated and designated ELD instruction within FOSS science investigations. Help students build language, literacy, and scientific understanding through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.