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Updated Public Feedback Notice on Standards Revisions

As requested by the Colorado State Board of Education during its May 15, 2025 meeting, the public feedback period on the proposed revisions to the Colorado Academic Standards for Science has been extended through June 30, 2025.

  • If you have already completed the survey, there is no need to take it again—your feedback has been recorded.

  • If you have not yet completed the survey, we encourage you to do so.

To ensure the State Board receives a complete view of the public’s impression of the draft recommended revisions, we encourage all stakeholders—whether they agree or disagree with the proposed revisions—to complete the survey. Your input is critical to ensuring the revised standards best serve the needs of Colorado’s students, educators, and communities.

Please note: The following information and resources remain the same as shared in April.

The public is encouraged to review the draft recommendations and submit feedback only on the draft revisions via the survey linked below:

  • Colorado Department of Education and inquiryHub at the University of Colorado Boulder Professional Learning Sessions (HB24-1446)  Access more information and register More dates and locations to come!

  • ​​Stay informed about science education changes in Colorado! Subscribe to receive monthly updates on standards, policies, and professional learning opportunities directly from CDE's Science Content Specialist. Complete the Form Now

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Academic Standards

The revised Colorado Academic Standards for Science reflect a new vision for science education that connects scientific knowledge, in authentic ways, to real-world problem solving and innovation. The standards forefront scientific practices that go beyond the inquiry process to arrive at justifiable rationales for interpretations of phenomena. 

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Curriculum Support

Article IX, Section 16 of Colorado's constitution states, "Neither the general assembly nor the state board of education shall have power to prescribe textbooks to be used in the public schools." However, CDE can still serve as an advisor to help districts and schools adopt, adapt, develop, or use the materials of their choice. 

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Instructional Support

Colorado's 2020 Science Standards support a three-dimensional model of science teaching and learning. Instructional support is grounded in CDE's shared approach to Best, First Instruction and strategies supported by professional organizations and scholars. 

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Community

There are many opportunities to connect and grow as a professional educator with the larger science education community, including mailing lists, professional organizations, awards and grants, and events. 


Additional Information 

Learn more about CMAS Science here.


For further assistance, please contact:

Samantha Agoos
Science Content Specialist
C 720.955.9253
agoos_s@cde.state.co.us