As I have mentioned here before (you know, way back when I actually used to post stuff), the 2005 KBOE science standards are seriously flawed. Thankfully, there are now alternative standards!

All but four of the original 25-member writing committee met on their own time to finish the standards while incorporating feedback from the MCREL and Fordham Foundation reports. These standards are top-notch. But don't take my word for it--read them yourself. (WORD document)

Be sure to pass this information along to all of your friends and family (especially if they happen to be Kansas superintendents or local school board members).