Florida Department of Education Initiates Comprehensive Rewrite of K-12 Science Standards

The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has announced a "comprehensive rewrite" of its K-12 science standards. The goal is to ensure students learn "real science — knowledge, evidence, inquiry, reason, and virtue — NOT ideology," with a focus on improving problem-solving skills and incorporating Florida-specific examples. A listening tour for public input began on September 29, 2026.