MATHEMATICS

Mathematics 6
Course: 0200
Grade 6

The sixth-grade mathematics curriculum is designed to expand students’ knowledge of numbers, numbers operations, computation, proportionality, expressions and equations, geometry, measurement and data, personal financial literacy, as well as the fundamental concepts of algebra.  The course prepares the beginning middle school student for the rigor required in higher math courses through sustained computation practice and problem-solving.  Students are taught that the process in mathematics is as important as the answer.  The course prepares students to apply mathematics to problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace. 

Mathematics 6 Honors

Course: 0205

Grade 6

The 6th grade mathematics Honors curriculum is designed to expand students’ knowledge of numbers, number operations, computation, proportionality, expressions and equations, geometry, measurement and data, personal financial literacy, as well as the fundamental concepts of algebra.  This course incorporates all of the 6th grade Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) as well as the vertically aligned 7th grade TEKS.  This allows students to go more in-depth on the vertically aligned concepts. Students with strong computation, problem-solving, and higher-order thinking skills will enjoy the challenge this course provides.  The Honors designation indicates a more rigorous, fast paced curriculum.  Successful students in this course are problem solvers, able to prioritize their time, and produce quality work.  

Mathematics 7

Course: 0210

Grade 7  

The seventh-grade students will further review, develop, and enrich their proportional thinking, algebraic reasoning, operations with rational numbers, geometry and spatial reasoning, statistical analysis, and problem-solving. With an emphasis on process and justification, students learn to evaluate their answers for reasonableness. Throughout the year, students maintain basic computation skills through the computation test and applications. Other concepts are taught through conceptual learning, beginning with concrete examples, which eventually lead to the abstract level. 

Mathematics 7 Honors

Course: 0215

Grade 7

Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Honors Math 6.   Students who took on level Math 6 and would like to enroll are recommended to have a 90% or higher in on level 6th Grade Math and should score an 80% or higher on the 7th Grade Math Exam for Acceleration. 

The seventh-grade Honors mathematics curriculum is designed to continue expanding the students’ knowledge of number theory, measurement, geometry, proportional reasoning, probability, statistics, pre-algebra, and other advanced mathematics topics. Emphasis will be on problem-solving, technology, and independent student discovery. Students will explore the Honors strands on accumulation, functions, and rate. 

Mathematics 8

Course: 0220

Grade 8

This course enables students to use mathematics skills learned in previous grades with an emphasis on Algebra readiness, problem-solving and geometric applications.  Topics covered include Expressions and the Number System which includes real numbers and scientific notation; Proportional, Non-Proportional Relationships, and Functions, which includes linear equations, functions and graphing; Expressions, Equations and Relationships in Geometry including angle measurements in parallel lines and triangles, Pythagorean Theorem, volume and surface area; Equations and Inequalities including variables on both sides of the equation/inequality along with distributing and combining like terms; Transformational Geometry which includes all transformations, dilations, similarity and proportionality; Statistics and Samples including scatter plots, trend lines and mean absolute deviation and Personal Financial Literacy with an emphasis on simple and compound interest.

Algebra 1 Honors

Course: 0225

Grade 7, 8

HS Credit: 1.0

Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Honors Math 7. Students who took on level Math 7 and would like to enroll are recommended to have a 90% or higher in on level 7th Grade Math and should score an 80% or higher on the 8th Grade Math Exam for Acceleration.  

Algebra 1 is the study of mathematical relationships. It covers topics such as algebraic properties, solving equations and inequalities (linear, absolute value, radical, and quadratic), and applying equations and inequalities. Operations involving polynomials and exponents, rational algebraic expressions, and functions are also covered. These topics are studied algebraically (abstractly), graphically, and analytically. Students can expect to use graphing calculators frequently in the course. Students who take Algebra 1 are preparing to enter a sequence of courses including Honors Geometry, Honors Algebra 2, Honors Pre-Calculus, and AP Calculus. The curriculum of this course is designed to prepare eighth-grade students for these rigorous courses.  Students in Algebra 1 will be administered a comprehensive midterm and final examination that parallels the High School exams.  Students enrolled in Algebra 1 must take the Algebra 1 End of Course exam (EOC). *Students successfully completing high school courses in middle school will receive one high school credit, but the course grades will be excluded from the student’s high school grade point average (GPA).

Geometry Honors

Course: 0229

Grade 8 

HS Credit: 1.0

Prerequisite:  Algebra 1

Honors Geometry emphasizes the connection between Geometry and Algebra, strengthens the student’s ability to formulate and analyze problems, and stresses connections among the various approaches within geometry: synthetic, coordinate, and transformational. Topics include axiomatic systems, lines, angles, triangles, circles, other polygons, solid geometry and measurement. It is differentiated from the core curriculum in geometry through pacing, a greater emphasis on formal proof, and enrichment activities.  *Students successfully completing high school courses in middle school will receive one high school credit, but the course grades will be excluded from the student’s high school grade point average (GPA).