Foundations in Algebra is designed to prepare students who have not mastered the algebra readiness topics. Students will be placed into this class, before Algebra 1, based on state and district assessment data. Topics include number systems and operations, properties of numbers, proportional thinking, properties and classification of geometric figures, measurement, Pythagorean relationships, data analysis, probability, simplifying and solving algebraic equations, patterns, and functions. One elective credit will be given to students who need extended time to complete Foundations of Algebra.

This course is taught to make arithmetic approachable, even if students have no exposure to algebra or little confidence in their current mathematics skills. The first semester develops ideas in arithmetic, algebra, and geometry; the second semester develops ideas around mathematics that students will use outside the classroom.