ACHIEVE INC

Next generation science standards: achieve facilitated the development of the next generation science standards (ngss) and continues to manage and support states who have adopted or adapted the ngss or standards based on the national research council framework for science eduation as they move toward implementation of the standards. Achieve staff work with states and districts to demonstrate the contribution of the ngss to college and career readiness and to stem readiness, assist states in communicating with stakeholders and building supportive advocacy coalitions, and provide tools and guidance to states and the field to build capacity for effective implementation of the ngss in classrooms. (see schedule o for continuation)building on the equip initiative, a key part of achieve's implementation support involves the development of a suite of tools to evaluate instructional materials in science. Achieve is also providing guidance to states for the development of high-quality science assessments.