Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Environmental Science

Other Virginia Science sets

Scientific Skills and ProcessesENS.I

  • A

    Students will identify and investigate problems scientifically and will communicate information clearly in writing, discussions, and debates. ENS.I.A

  • B

    The student will demonstrate an understanding of the nature of science and scientific reasoning and logic as it applies to environmental science.ENS.I.B

  • C

    The student will demonstrate an understanding of the use of mathematical reasoning and processes in environmental science. ENS.I.C

  • D

    The student will analyze current environmental issues and apply the process of engineering design in order to propose feasible solutions.  ENS.I.D

The Physical WorldENS.II

  • A

    The student will investigate and understand the fundamentals of matter and its interactions.  ENS.II.A

  • B

    The student will investigate and understand how matter flows in the fundamental processes of Earth systems.  ENS.II.B

  • C

    The students will investigate and understand the major processes and systems that form Earth, including how water, living things, and rock act together to shape landforms.  ENS.II.C

The Living WorldENS.III

  • A

    The student will investigate and understand that the Earth is one interconnected system to include the hierarchy and the flow of energy within an ecosystem.ENS.III.A

  • B

    Student will describe stability and change as it relates to both populations and ecosystems. ENS.III.B

ResourcesENS.IV

  • A

    The student will investigate and understand Earth’s resources.  ENS.IV.A

  • B

    The student will investigate and understand conservation of Earth’s resources.  ENS.IV.A

Human impact, global climate change, and civic responsibilityENS.V

  • A

    The student will investigate and understand the human impact on our environment.  ENS.V.A

  • B

    The student will investigate and understand pollution and waste management.ENS.V.B

  • C

    The student will investigate and understand global climate change.ENS.V.C

  • D

    The student will investigate and understand civic responsibility and environmental policies.  ENS.V.D

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9 and Grade 10
Where can I read the official document?
Virginia Department of Education

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