TEA Laboratory and Field Requirements
How much laboratory and field time is suggested for elementary school science programs?
In grades K-1, districts are encouraged to facilitate classroom and outdoor investigations for at least 80% of instructional time.
In grades 2-3, districts are encouraged to facilitate classroom and outdoor investigations for at least 60% of instructional time.
In grades 4-5, districts are encouraged to facilitate classroom and outdoor investigations for at least 50% of instructional time.