BSCS Biology

02/03/2026

March = Last Call for BSCS Biology Unit 4!

We’re officially entering Unit 4 this March, and it’s the final unit of the BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life series offered this winter/spring! Whether you’ve been with us from the start or are jumping in now, this unit wraps up an amazing journey through core biology concepts and teaching practices.

• One full-day option on 3/10
• Two after-school sessions on 3/17 & 3/24
• $250 first teacher in a school or district / $200 each additional teacher

Don’t miss out. Secure your spot and finish strong! bscs.org/bio-institutes

01/09/2026

Our January virtual Teacher Institutes begin next week, focusing on Unit 3: Matter and Energy from BSCS Biology. Join educators nationwide to explore phenomenon-driven learning and equitable teaching practices you can use right away.

Whether you’re currently using BSCS Biology, piloting it, considering adoption, or simply curious about what’s generating so much excitement, this institute is for you.

👉 Register soon to secure your spot: bscs.org/bio-institutes

01/02/2026

🔬 New year, new unit, new opportunity!

Join us in January for virtual Teacher Institutes centered on Unit 3 (Matter and Energy) of BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life. Explore phenomenon-driven learning and equitable teaching practices with educators nationwide.

Whether you’ve adopted BSCS Biology, are piloting or considering it, or are simply curious about the buzz around this innovative curriculum, this institute is for you!

• One full-day option on 1/13
• Two after-school sessions on 1/20 & 1/27
• $250 first teacher in a school or district / $200 each additional teacher

Reserve your spot today! bscs.org/bio-institutes

11/07/2025

🧬 High school biology teachers: Explore how genes and the environment shape health!

Join BSCS Biology this November for Unit 2: Genetic and Environmental Risk for Disease.

You’ll:
🔬 Deepen your understanding of genetics and environment in disease
🧠 See Anchored Inquiry Learning in action
🌍 Learn strategies for multilingual learners
🤝 Connect with biology educators nationwide

Sessions:
• Full day: Nov 10
• After-school: Nov 17 & 19
💲$250 first teacher / $200 additional

Missed Unit 1? Jump right into Unit 2!

👉 Learn more & register: bscs.org/bio-institutes

10/17/2025

At BSCS, we respect your time and your budget! That’s why we offer flexible virtual institutes for BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life!

High school biology teachers are invited to join us this November for Unit 2: Genetic and Environmental Risk for Disease, where we’ll explore how genes and the environment shape health and disease.

Whether you’re already teaching BSCS Biology, piloting it, or simply curious about this innovative, NGSS-aligned program, this institute will help you:
🔬 Deepen your understanding of genetic and environmental factors in disease
🧠 Experience Anchored Inquiry Learning and sense-making in action
🌍 Learn strategies for supporting multilingual learners
🤝 Connect with a nationwide community of biology educators

Details
• One full-day option: November 10
• Two after-school sessions: November 17 & 19
• $250 for the first teacher from a school or district; $200 for each additional teacher

Missed Unit 1 in August? No problem—you can jump right into Unit 2!

👉 Learn more and register: bscs.org/bio-institutes

09/23/2025

📢 High school biology teachers! Want to deepen your understanding of genetic and environmental risk for disease while learning new tools and strategies for engaging students?

Join the BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life Unit 2, Genetic and Environmental Risk for Disease virtual institute this November!

Whether you’ve adopted BSCS Biology, are piloting or considering it, or are simply curious about the buzz around this innovative curriculum, this institute is for you!

Highlights:
• One full-day option on 11/10
• Two after-school sessions on 11/17 & 11/19
• Dive into Anchored Inquiry Learning, sense-making, and how to support multilingual learners
• Build community with biology teachers nationwide

Cost:
• $250 first teacher in a school or district / $200 each additional teacher

Missed Unit 1 in August? No worries, you can still jump right into Unit 2!

👉 Learn more and register at bscs.org/bio-institutes

07/16/2025

Start the school year with confidence and fresh strategies!

Join our virtual Registration-based Teacher Institutes for BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life—a flexible, budget-friendly way to access high-quality, NGSS-aligned professional learning.

Next up is Unit 1: Infectious Diseases on August 7–8, 2025. $500 for the first teacher, $400 for each additional teacher.

Why attend?
-Learn practical, equity-focused teaching strategies
-Connect with a supportive community of biology educators
-No travel needed–all online!

Explore the full schedule and register now: bscs.org/bio-institutes

06/07/2025

Spots are filling up fast—be sure to register soon! Our first virtual BSCS Biology Institute will be 6/12-6/13, focused on Unit 1: Infectious Diseases. You’ll dive deep into 3D, phenomenon-driven teaching aligned with the NGSS.

Learn more and how to sign up here: bscs.org/bio-institutes📌

BSCS offers Registration-based Teacher Institutes with the same content as our District-based Teacher Institutes.

04/21/2025

Back by popular demand! We’re excited to once again offer our Registration-based Teacher Institutes for BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life!

Join a passionate community of educators as we explore three-dimensional, phenomenon- and problem-driven teaching aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards.

Whether you're new to BSCS Biology or looking to deepen your practice, this is your chance to grow, connect, and bring transformative science learning to your classroom.

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

Learn more and register today. 👇
bscs.org/bio-institutes

01/22/2025

Don't forget to save your spot!

BSCS provides several professional learning programs to support the effective implementation of BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life. For districts that do not have enough teachers to justify bringing BSCS Biology professional learning to their site, we offer Registration-based Teacher Institutes with the same content as our District-based Teacher Institutes.

Learn more and sign up here:

BSCS offers Registration-based Teacher Institutes with the same content as our District-based Teacher Institutes.

09/25/2024

BSCS now offers several professional learning programs to support the effective implementation of BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life. For districts that do not have enough teachers to justify bringing BSCS Biology professional learning to their site, we offer Tuition-based Teacher Institutes with the same content as our District-based Teacher Institutes.

Learn more and sign up here: bscs.org/bio-institutes

07/13/2024

Another institute has been added in August!

BSCS now offers several professional learning programs to support the effective implementation of BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life. For districts that do not have enough teachers to justify bringing BSCS Biology professional learning to their site, we offer Tuition-based Teacher Institutes with the same content as our District-based Teacher Institutes.

Learn more and sign up here: bscs.org/bio-institutes