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Solutions-Based Climate Science
Curriculum for Grades 4-12

With One Step, students in grades 4–12 will embark on a global expedition to discover innovative solutions to combat climate change. Along the way, they’ll learn scientific concepts while honing their problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership skills.
English learners learn science and general academic vocabulary and science concepts while exploring the world learning about innovative solutions that solve climate problems and help millions of people.
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ENGLISH LEARNER STORIES
Champion of IDEAS does a great job of providing structure while also covering important academic content areas that integrate skills across listening, writing, and speaking.
— Joey Connell,
Assistant Principal
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