Course Descriptions
Algebra 1:
The fundamental purpose of 8th Grade Algebra I is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students have learned so far. The critical areas deepen and extend understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend, and students engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions. In addition, the content will introduce methods for analyzing and using quadratic functions, including manipulating expressions for them, and solving quadratic equations. Students will also understand and apply the Pythagorean theorem and use quadratic functions to model and solve problems.
This course differs from High School Algebra I in that it contains content from 8th grade. While coherence is retained, in that it logically builds from the Accelerated 7th Grade, the additional content when compared to the high school course demands a faster pace for instruction and learning.
The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout the course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations.
Math 7/8 for 6th Graders:
In 7th grade math, students gain an understanding about and apply rational numbers. Students explore ratios and proportions to develop an understanding of linear functions and solve single-variable equations. They compare data distributions and differences between populations. Finally, students analyze geometric figures, calculating area, surface area, and volume. Content is organized into four critical areas, or units.
The 7th/8th grade math course is an accelerated course that differs from the non-accelerated 7th Grade course in that it contains content from 8th grade. While coherence is retained, in that it logically builds from the 6th Grade, the additional content when compared to the non-accelerated course demands a faster pace for instruction and learning.
The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout the course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations.
Math Lab:
Our time in Math Lab will be spent:
- working on specific math skills and concepts that have not yet been mastered
- getting support with skills and concepts currently being introduced in students' grade level math courses
- learning how math is used in the real world and why it is critical for continued success
- engaging with math in different ways