The 7th Grade Math curriculum is aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and focuses on building a strong foundation in mathematical concepts, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Students will engage in real-world applications to deepen their understanding and prepare for future math courses.
Students will participate in unit tests to check for understanding along with projects throughout the year.
🧮 Key TEKS Units Covered:
Number and Operations
Represent and solve problems with rational numbers
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide with integers, fractions, and decimals
Convert between forms (fractions, decimals, and percents)
Proportional Relationships
Solve ratio and proportion problems
Use scale drawings and percent applications
Understand and apply proportionality in real-world contexts
Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities
Simplify algebraic expressions
Solve one- and two-step equations and inequalities
Model relationships with variables
Geometry and Measurement
Solve problems involving area, surface area, and volume
Use angle relationships and scale factors
Understand geometric figures and transformations
Data Analysis and Probability
Collect, organize, and interpret data
Make predictions using probability
Analyze data using mean, median, mode, and range
Financial Literacy
Learn about budgeting, simple and compound interest
Analyze financial decisions
Understand credit, savings, and taxes
📌 Emphasis On:
Mathematical reasoning and communication
Real-life application of concepts
Use of technology and manipulatives where appropriate
7th Advanced Math
7th Grade Advanced Math is a fast-paced course designed for students who have demonstrated strong mathematical understanding and are ready for more rigorous content. This course covers all 7th grade TEKS and introduces select 8th grade and Algebra I readiness standards. Students will deepen their conceptual understanding and apply problem-solving strategies to real-world and abstract problems.
Rational Number Operations
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide rational numbers
Apply operations in real-world and multi-step problems
Proportionality & Percent Applications
Ratios, rates, and proportional relationships
Percent increase/decrease, interest, tax, and discounts
Algebraic Reasoning
Simplify expressions and solve multi-step equations/inequalities
Explore algebraic models and linear relationships
Equations & Linear Relationships (8th Grade Preview)
Graphing on the coordinate plane
Understanding slope and rate of change
Geometry & Measurement
Surface area and volume of 3D shapes
Angle relationships and scale drawings
Transformations and similarity
Data Analysis & Probability
Analyze and interpret data
Use statistics and probability to make predictions
Financial Literacy
Personal budgets, taxes, and interest
Basic financial decision-making
The 7th Grade Science curriculum is aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and focuses on building a strong foundation in mathematical concepts, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Students will engage in real-world applications to deepen their understanding and prepare for future math courses.
Scientific and Engineering Practices (TEKS 7.1–7.4)
Ask questions to define problems based on observations or investigations.
Plan and conduct descriptive, comparative, and experimental investigations.
Maintain safety standards by using appropriate protective equipment in laboratory and field settings.
Utilize scientific tools including graduated cylinders, balances, microscopes, temperature probes, and lab notebooks.
Collect data using quantitative International System of Units (SI) and qualitative observations.
Organize information by constructing tables, graphs, maps, and charts.
Develop models to represent natural phenomena, systems, processes, or engineering solutions.
Distinguish definitions between scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws. [1, 2]
Recurring Themes and Concepts (TEKS 7.5)
Identify patterns in nature, including cycles, structural systems, and natural anomalies.
Analyze scale and proportion to explain how parts relate to a whole system.
Examine stability and change within natural ecosystems and physical environments.
Trace flow of energy and cycling of matter through distinct open and closed systems.
Matter and Energy (TEKS 7.6)
Distinguish physical and chemical changes occurring within matter and biological processes.
Analyze particle behavior to describe how thermal energy affects the states of matter.
Force, Motion, and Energy (TEKS 7.7–7.8)
Calculate average speed using data gathered from moving objects.
Graph motion to describe the relationship between distance and time over a period.
Investigate forces like gravity, friction, and magnetism to see how they impact an object's motion. [1, 2, 3]
Earth and Space (TEKS 7.9–7.11)
Analyze characteristics of Earth that allow it to uniquely support life, such as proximity to the Sun and liquid water.
Model the solar system to examine factors like gravity and planetary paths.
Evaluate human impact on localized watersheds and broader groundwater systems.
Classify tectonic activity including plate boundaries, earthquakes, and volcanic formations. [1, 2]
Organisms and Environments (TEKS 7.12–7.14)
Differentiate cell structures by identifying functions of plant and animal cell organelles.
Understand levels of organization spanning from cells to tissues, organs, and organ systems.
Identify human body systems and outline the primary function of all eleven major systems.
Compare reproductive traits by assessing genetic variation in sexual versus asexual reproduction.
Contrast selection processes to define how populations change via natural and artificial selection.
Map ecosystem sustainability by tracing trophic levels, food webs, and the impact of biodiversity.
Classify taxonomic groups using a dichotomous key to categorize organisms into the six kingdoms of life. [1, 2]