Comment period open for new social studies, science standards

Georgia Superintendent of Schools Richard Woods is encouraging people to comment on on the proposed changes in how math and science are taught in public schools. - photo by File photo

Richard Woods state superintendent of schools — Georgia Superintendent of Schools Richard Woods is encouraging people to comment on on the proposed changes in how math and science are taught in public schools. - photo by File photo

ATLANTA — The State Board of Education has posted the first Georgia Standards of Excellence for science and social studies for comments until the middle of March.If approved, the standards will be implemented in the 2017-18 school year, following a year of teacher training.View a simple overview of the science standards on www.gadoe.org click here. To review the social studies changes, click here.To give your feedback on the proposed standards, go to the following surveys: For science standards, go to www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2527712/48b394068fb5For social studies standards, go to www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2527565/Survey-of-Revised-Social-Studies-Standards.The standards, if approved, will replace the current Georgia Performance Standards in science and social studies. They were developed based on a formal review and evaluation process that included opportunities for teachers, parents and families, students, business and industry, and community members to participate through surveys and committees.