Biology 1 EOC
What do I need to know?
Public school students enrolled in Biology 1 must participate in the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) Biology 1 End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment. Students taking the Biology 1 EOC will have the opportunity to test during one of the following administrations throughout the year:
- September 9–27, 2019
- December 2–20, 2019
- May 1–29, 2020
- July 13–24, 2020
Your exact testing date within these windows will be determined by your district. Some districts may have specific rules/restrictions for each test administration.
Read our Student/Parent Letter regarding EOC assessment information for details.
For more information about the NGSSS Biology 1 EOC Assessment, visit the Florida Department of Education.
How can I prepare?
- REQUIRED: Students must take the computer-based practice test, called the ePAT, prior to taking the Biology 1 EOC assessment. This practice test will help you gain familiarity with the types of questions and test functionality. Access the ePAT.
- FLVS has created a practice test that will offer additional help while reviewing for the EOC assessment. Check your answers.
- View the Periodic Table of Elements that you will have access to during the test.
Review sessions:
Prepare for the assessment by clicking one of the links below to view our recorded review sessions.
- Part 1: Nature of Science, Microscopes, Properties of water, and Biological Molecules
- Part 2: Photosynthesis, Cellular Respiration, Mitosis, Meiosis, and Genetics
- Part 3: DNA Replication, Mutations, Biotechnology, Ecosystems and Biosphere
- Part 4: Evolution, and Classification
- Part 5: Plants and Human Reproduction
- Part 6: Human Body Systems
Still have questions?
Please contact the Assessment Team at testing@flvs.net with any questions or concerns regarding the assessment.