Math

MTH06A/B E2 Math 6 VA

In Math 6, students enhance computational and problem-solving skills while learning topics in algebra and geometry. They simplify expressions and solve equations as well as perimeter and area problems while further developing computational skills with fractions and decimals. In the context of problem solving, students add, subtract, multiply, and divide positive and negative integers and solve multi-step problems involving ratios, proportions, percents, rates, discount, tax, and tip. They learn multiple representations for communicating information, such as graphs on the coordinate plane, and statistical data and displays. They investigate and apply number theory and computation to mathematical puzzles.

Standards Covered: Grade 6 Math (All)

SOL Test: Grade 6 Math

MTH06A/B E2 Math 6 VA

In Math 6 Accelerated, students enhance computational and problem-solving skills while learning topics in algebra and geometry. They simplify expressions and solve equations as well as perimeter and area problems while further developing computational skills with fractions and decimals. In the context of problem solving, students add, subtract, multiply, and divide positive and negative integers and solve multi-step problems involving ratios, proportions, percents, rates, discount, tax, and tip. They learn multiple representations for communicating information, such as graphs on the coordinate plane, and statistical data and displays. They investigate and apply number theory and computation to mathematical puzzles. The extension of this course will include topics such as negative exponents, scientific notation, two step equations and inequalities, slope, and histograms.  This course encompasses all Grade 6 Math Standards of Learning and selected Grade 7 Standards.  (Students who complete the sequence of Math 6 Accelerated and Math 7 Accelerated will cover all Virginia Standards of Learning for Grades 6-8 Math.)

Standards Covered: Grade 6 (All), Grade 7 (Selected)

SOL Test: Grade 6 Math

MTH07A/B E2 Math 7 VA

In Math 7, students focus on real-word scenarios and mathematical problems involving algebraic expressions and linear equations and begin to apply their understanding of rational numbers with increased complexity.  Students also develop and apply understandings of proportional relationships.  Additional topics include area, surface area and volume, probability, and statistics.

Standards Covered: Grade 7 (All)

SOL Test: Grade 7 Math

MTH08A/BE2 Math 8 VA

 In Math 7 Accelerated, students deepen their computational and problem-solving fluency through topics in linear relationships, functions, and geometry. Proportions are understood as special linear equations in which the constant of proportionality is the slope. Students solve multi-step equations and inequalities in one variable. Functions are understood as a rule that determine a unique output for every input. Students apply functions and are able to translate between various representations. Geometry delves into translations, rotations, reflections, and dilations in the coordinate plane. Students also consider the angles created by the transversal of parallel lines. The Pythagorean Theorem is explored and used to find distances between points and to analyze polygons. Students also find volumes of rectangular prism, cylinders, cones and square pyramids.  This course encompasses selected Grade 7 Math Standards of Learning and all Grade 8 Standards.  (Students who complete the sequence of Math 6 Accelerated and Math 7 Accelerated will cover all Virginia Standards of Learning for Grades 6-8 Math.)

Standards Covered: Grade 7 (Selected), Grade 8 (All)

SOL Test: Grade 8 Math

MTH08A/BE2 Math 8 VA

In Math 8, students deepen their computational and problem-solving fluency through topics in linear relationships, functions, and geometry. Proportions are understood as special linear equations in which the constant of proportionality is the slope. Students solve multi-step equations and inequalities in one variable. Functions are understood as a rule that determine a unique output for every input. Students apply functions and are able to translate between various representations. Geometry delves into translations, reflections, and dilations in the coordinate plane. Students also consider the angles created by the transversal of parallel lines. The Pythagorean Theorem is explored and used to find distances between points and to analyze polygons. Students also find volumes of cones and square-based pyramids.

Standards Covered: Grade 8 (All)

SOL Test: Grade 8 Math

MTH08A/BE2 Math 8 VA

In the Math 8 Honors course students dive deeper into exploring their understanding of the Math 8 skills.  Students continue to build on the concepts needed to succeed in high school level Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics and further develop their computational and problem-solving fluency through topics in linear relationships, functions, and geometry. Proportions are understood as special linear equations in which the constant of proportionality is the slope. Students solve multi-step equations and inequalities in one variable. Functions are understood as a rule that determine a unique output for every input. Students apply functions and are able to translate between various representations. Geometry delves into translations, reflections, and dilations in the coordinate plane. Students also consider the angles created by the transversal of parallel lines. The Pythagorean Theorem is explored and used to find distances between points and to analyze polygons. Students find volumes of cones and square-based pyramids.

Standards Covered: Grade 8 (All)

SOL Test: Grade 8 Math

MTH128A/BE3 Algebra 1 VA

The Algebra I course is intended to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. In this course, students deepen their understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other. Students also apply linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. The course covers analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions.  Connections to real world applications are heavily emphasized.  Algebra 1 is a high school credit course and the grade is part of the high school transcript.

Standards Covered: Algebra 1 (All)

SOL Test: Algebra 1

MTH128A/BE3 Algebra 1 VA

In addition to the Algebra Course description above, the honors content involves collaboration and problem-based learning for every unit.  Students apply their core knowledge learned in the course to in-depth and rigorous projects.  Project exploration includes some of the following topics and their integration with Algebra: literature, art, statistical analysis, architecture, and financial planning.  In addition to delving deeper into the material, students hone their research and presentation skills.  Algebra 1 is a high school credit course and the grade is part of the high school transcript.

Standards Covered: Algebra 1 (All)

SOL Test: Algebra 1

MTH208A/BE3 Geometry VA

The Geometry course builds on the geometry covered in middle school math courses to explore more complex geometric situations and deepen students’ ability to explain geometric relationships, moving toward formal mathematical arguments. Specific topics include similarity and congruence, analytic geometry, circles, the Pythagorean theorem, right triangle trigonometry, analysis of three-dimensional objects, conic sections, and geometric modeling.  Connections to real world applications are heavily emphasized.  Geometry is a high school credit course and the grade is part of the high school transcript.  Pre-requisite:  Algebra 1.

Standards Covered: Geometry (All)

SOL Test: Geometry

MTH208A/BE3 Geometry VA

In addition to the Geometry Course description above, the honors content involves collaboration and problem-based learning for every unit.  Students apply their core knowledge learned in the course to in-depth and rigorous projects.  Project exploration includes some of the following topics and their integration with Geometry: animation, astronomy, landscape design, mathematical proofs, architecture, and literature.  In addition to delving deeper into the material, students hone their research and presentation skills.  Geometry is a high school credit course and the grade is part of the high school transcript.  Pre-requisite:  Algebra 1.

Standards Covered: Geometry (All)

SOL Test: Geometry