Biology for Middle School: Vertical Alignment of Life Science Grades 6th-8th
This workshop establishes a vertical progression from cellular foundations to ecosystem complexity. It starts with The Microscopic Blueprint, linking 6th-grade Cell Theory to 8th-grade genetics and organelle mastery. The focus then shifts to Organism Function, where 7th graders model human body systems and reproductive strategies. Students then explore Interdependence, tracking energy flow from resource competition to biodiversity’s role in ecosystem stability.
Finally, the sequence culminates in Adaptation and Change, teaching how natural selection and ecological succession drive the evolution and recovery of life over time.
Our main focus will be on the Middle School Science Assessment Eligible TEKS: Organisms and the Environment Strand 6.12A, 6.13A, 7.12A, 7.13ACD, 8.12BC, 8.13ABC
Special instructions
This workshop will be held at Cisco College/Abilene Campus located at 717 Industrial Blvd, Abilene.
Please bring a charged device.
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Presenter(s)
Shana Hrbacek
Accomodations
Please notify the ESC Contact listed below if you have a specific accommodation request.
ESC contact
Shana Hrbacek
ESC contact email
shrbacek@esc14.net
Location
Offsite
Room(s)
Date(s)
June 22, 2026
Time
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Registration deadline
June 20, 2026 9:00 AM
Registering with purchase orders
If registering with a purchase order, you must first submit your purchase order to Region 14 at: pitstopadmin@esc14.net.
A confirmation email will be sent once the purchase order is processed (generally within 4 business hours), and you will be able to complete your registration.
An invoice will be issued after the session is completed.
Cancellation deadline
You may cancel this registration anytime before the end of business on June 17, 2026.
No refunds will be given after this date.
Fees
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CPE Credit
6.0
Subject(s)
Science
Grade(s)
6, 7, 8
Audience(s)
Teachers, Curriculum Staff
Objective(s)
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4
Note
Please make other arrangements for non-participants - including children.