This class focuses on detailed coverage of algebraic concepts. The seventh grade common core standards will also be incorporated into class content. Student knowledge of ratios and proportions, rational numbers, expressions and equations, geometry, statistics, and probability will serve as the foundation for learning more abstract, algebraic concepts. Strong emphasis will be placed on the application of basic arithmetic to algebraic concepts. Topics will include rational and irrational algebraic expressions, systems, factoring, solving equations, quadratics, polynomials, exponents and radicals. The course will also build a necessary vocabulary in mathematics for future courses as well as this course. Strong preparation for achieving proficiency on the Pennsylvania Keystone Exam is emphasized.