Elementary School Science
MVEF provides funding for all K-5 classrooms to receive FOSS curric
ulum and materials, a program developed by the Lawerence Hall of Science, UC Berkeley. Students learn scientific concepts and explore the natural world through hands on investigation and discovery. Visit one of our classrooms on science day and you will hear and see the excitement of students testing ideas, solving problems and developing a passion for science. The FOSS program is also an excellent opportunity for parents to help in the classroom and participate in their child's education.
What is FOSS California?
FOSS California is a modular K-5 science curriculum that teaches science in interesting and engaging ways, while providing teachers in California with the resources they need to teach science effectively. Adopted by the state of California, FOSS California is designed and written to align completely with the Science Content Standards for California Public Schools and the Science Framework for California. Click here for more information.