Core Classes

Math 8

This course follows Math 8 Jeffco Bridge to Curriculum. Mathematical reasoning, modeling, problem solving and communication are developed throughout the following units of study: Reasoning with Equations; Transformations, Congruence, and Similarity; Exponents and Operations with Scientific Notation; Using Rational and Irrational Numbers; Graphing and Writing Linear Equations; Modeling Functions; Bivariate Statistics; Math Practices: Modeling.

Algebra

This course follows the Algebra 1 Jeffco Bridge to Curriculum. Mathematical reasoning, modeling, problem solving and communication are developed throughout the following units of study: Reasoning with Equations/Inequalities, Modeling with Linear Functions, Introduction to Exponential Functions, Quadratic Functions and Polynomial Operations, Descriptive Statistics, Analyzing Functions, Algebraic Reasoning with Geometric Concepts.

Geometry

This course follows Jeffco Geometry Bridge to Curriculum. Mathematical reasoning, modelling, problem solving and communication are are developed throughout the following units of study: Expressing Geometric Properties with Equations, Congruence, Similarity, Right triangles and Trig, Quadrilaterals and Polygons, Probability and Statistics, Circles, Geometric Measurement and Dimension.

English 8

English/Language Arts 8 incorporates five aspects of language arts: reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing. Study of genres leads to written compositions that build upon students’ prior knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, word usage, and mechanics. Typically, these courses use various genres of literature to improve reading skills, and they link writing exercises for different purposes to those reading selections.

English 8 GT

English/Language Arts 8 incorporates five aspects of language arts: reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing. Study of genres leads to written compositions that build upon students’ prior knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, word usage, and mechanics. Typically, these courses use various genres of literature to improve reading skills, and they link writing exercises for different purposes to those reading selections. The GT courses prepare students for advanced course work and engage students in enrichment opportunities. Rigor is demonstrated through sophistication and acceleration in terms of thought-provoking learning activities, challenging assessments, and more complex text/materials. Diverse interests, cultures, perspectives, learning styles, and intelligences are cultivated and higher level critical and creative thinking skills such as interpretation, problem solving, investigation, and logic are emphasized.

Science 8

8th Grade Science courses include subject matter from several strands of science, including earth/space sciences, physical sciences, and life sciences, and are organized around conceptual units. Specific content depends upon Colorado Academic Standards for middle school.

Science 8 GT

8th Grade Science courses include subject matter from several strands of science, including earth/space sciences, physical sciences, and life sciences, and are organized around conceptual units. Specific content depends upon Colorado Academic Standards for middle school. The GT courses prepare students for advanced course work and engage students in enrichment opportunities. Rigor is demonstrated through sophistication and acceleration in terms of thought-provoking learning activities, challenging assessments, and more complex text/materials. Diverse interests, cultures, perspectives, learning styles, and intelligences are cultivated and higher level critical and creative thinking skills such as interpretation, problem-solving, investigation, and logic are emphasized throughout the honors course.

Early U.S. History

Early U.S. History is an interdisciplinary course which examines the history of the United States from the nation building following the American Revolution to the era of Reconstruction, industrialization, and immigration. The course includes an historical overview of the geographic, political, economic, and social developments of the United States.

Early U.S. History GT

Early U.S. History is an interdisciplinary course which examines the history of the United States from the nation building following the American Revolution to the era of Reconstruction, industrialization, and immigration. The course includes an historical overview of the geographic, political, economic, and social developments of the United States. GT courses prepare students for advanced course work and engage students in enrichment opportunities. Rigor is demonstrated through sophistication and acceleration in terms of thought-provoking learning activities, challenging assessments, and more complex text/materials. Diverse interests, cultures, perspectives, learning styles, and intelligences are cultivated and higher level critical and creative thinking skills such as interpretation, problem-solving, investigation, and logic are emphasized throughout this course.