Science Enrichment Pathway
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San Francisco is rich with science-focused Community Based Organizations (CBOs) that provide tens of thousands of students with engaging science learning experiences. As we implement the Next Generation Science Standards and make a reality for all students, the SFUSD Science Department is coordinating the Science Enrichment Pathway to ensure that all students have access to enriching science experiences. By creating intentional programming that takes students outside their conventional classroom settings, establishing structures for participation and providing essential funding, this pathway will help to develop a fully networked ecosystem of learning that makes science come alive for all students.
As we aspire to equitably reach all students in SFUSD, we prioritize Title I schools that engage each full grade -- rather than individual classes -- for subsidized participation. |
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1. Who is eligible to participate in the Science Enrichment Pathway? Everyone! Pathway programs are NGSS-aligned opportunities suggested for all SFUSD teachers and students. However, scholarships are limited to Title I schools that coordinate an entire grade to participate (not an individual class).
2. How does my K-5 grade team apply? Click on your grade level above to explore Science Enrichment Pathway recommendations. Apply directly with your favorite program provider for your entire grade (not just your class). Be sure to mention that you are applying for SFUSD Science Enrichment Pathway funds. Each provider has been allocated a specific amount of funding to subsidize program costs. Your provider will confirm directly with you regarding your program date and any program fees (if there are no longer Pathway funds to cover the cost).
3. How much does it cost? If you are a Title I school in SFUSD, tell the program provider of your choice when you apply that you would like Science Enrichment Pathway Funding. If the program you choose cannot subsidize your request, consider making a schoolwide plan so that your fundraising efforts are coordinated rather than competing for limited school site and PTA funding. Remember, MANY program providers are ALWAYS FREE!
4. How do I coordinate transportation? After you apply to your preferred Pathway partner and receive an available date, you have several options:
5. May I apply for more than one trip per school year? You are welcome to apply for multiple field trips directly with program providers; however, the Science Enrichment Pathway is designed to prioritize that ALL K-5 SFUSD students have access to science and environmental literacy programming at least once each year. Our goal is to provide support to teachers who have not yet shared these experiences with their classes. If you have already received scholarships through the Science Enrichment Pathway, please do not apply for additional Pathway funding for another program.
7. Can an entire grade apply (not just an individual class)? Yes! In fact, your ENTIRE GRADE MUST APPLY. The Science Enrichment Pathway provides support for full grades (K-5) at Title I Schools. If you are an individual teacher, talk to your colleagues to be eligible for program and transportation support.
8. What if my students already participated in this program in a prior grade? Give them a new experience! Ask your colleagues who teach lower grades which Science Enrichment Pathway programs they have done in the past so that you don't accidentally repeat. Design YOUR SCHOOL's PATHWAY for your students to enjoy a thoughtfully crafted series of programs, each experience building on the last.
9. What about middle and high schools? There are many Bay Area science and environmental program providers that serve grades 6-12. Currently, the Science Enrichment Pathway funding is limited to grade K-5 Title I classes.
10. How does the Science Enrichment Pathway fund subsidized programming for SFUSD K-5 Title 1 schools? PEEF: Public Education Enrichment Fund. .
11. Questions? Email Vanessa Carter, SFUSD's Environmental Literacy Content Specialist:
2. How does my K-5 grade team apply? Click on your grade level above to explore Science Enrichment Pathway recommendations. Apply directly with your favorite program provider for your entire grade (not just your class). Be sure to mention that you are applying for SFUSD Science Enrichment Pathway funds. Each provider has been allocated a specific amount of funding to subsidize program costs. Your provider will confirm directly with you regarding your program date and any program fees (if there are no longer Pathway funds to cover the cost).
3. How much does it cost? If you are a Title I school in SFUSD, tell the program provider of your choice when you apply that you would like Science Enrichment Pathway Funding. If the program you choose cannot subsidize your request, consider making a schoolwide plan so that your fundraising efforts are coordinated rather than competing for limited school site and PTA funding. Remember, MANY program providers are ALWAYS FREE!
4. How do I coordinate transportation? After you apply to your preferred Pathway partner and receive an available date, you have several options:
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- Apply for . Check out . Only available in SF from 9:30am - 1pm. Email your provider with Free Bus Transportation confirmation.
- OR ask your program provider if they have funding to cover the cost of your Charter Bus transportation (if the field trip is longer than the Free Bus window &/or outside of SF city limits). for availability, a quote and a tentative hold.
- Inform Program Provider of the transportation quote. If within budget, Program Provider will confirm program.
- Complete the & provide copy to Program Provider
- Complete . Ask the program provider how to fill out the invoice information. You will receive an email confirming your principal's approval.
- Confirm with bus vendor to FINALIZE the bus reservation. You MUST provide the bus vendor with the TRIP ID included in your principal’s approval email. Receiving a quote and requesting to hold the bus DOES NOT mean the bus was reserved!
5. May I apply for more than one trip per school year? You are welcome to apply for multiple field trips directly with program providers; however, the Science Enrichment Pathway is designed to prioritize that ALL K-5 SFUSD students have access to science and environmental literacy programming at least once each year. Our goal is to provide support to teachers who have not yet shared these experiences with their classes. If you have already received scholarships through the Science Enrichment Pathway, please do not apply for additional Pathway funding for another program.
7. Can an entire grade apply (not just an individual class)? Yes! In fact, your ENTIRE GRADE MUST APPLY. The Science Enrichment Pathway provides support for full grades (K-5) at Title I Schools. If you are an individual teacher, talk to your colleagues to be eligible for program and transportation support.
8. What if my students already participated in this program in a prior grade? Give them a new experience! Ask your colleagues who teach lower grades which Science Enrichment Pathway programs they have done in the past so that you don't accidentally repeat. Design YOUR SCHOOL's PATHWAY for your students to enjoy a thoughtfully crafted series of programs, each experience building on the last.
9. What about middle and high schools? There are many Bay Area science and environmental program providers that serve grades 6-12. Currently, the Science Enrichment Pathway funding is limited to grade K-5 Title I classes.
10. How does the Science Enrichment Pathway fund subsidized programming for SFUSD K-5 Title 1 schools? PEEF: Public Education Enrichment Fund. .
11. Questions? Email Vanessa Carter, SFUSD's Environmental Literacy Content Specialist: