Curriculum

Intermediate Math Curriculum and Placement Criteria

Pre-Algebra 7

The Pre-Algebra 7 curriculum links to and builds on students’ previous work with rates and ratios, rational numbers, fundamental algebraic and geometric concepts, and statistical thinking.  Areas of focus for this course are applying proportional relationships, working with exponents and linear equations, solving problems involving similarity and congruence, and statistical inference. In order to develop the foundation needed for the formal study of Algebra I in 8th grade, students are challenged to think and reason about mathematics, work collaboratively, and solve meaningful problems.

Accelerated Math 7

The Accelerated Math 7 curriculum focuses on Algebra I concepts, which include the list below.  Algebra I often is viewed as the gateway to future success in higher mathematics, post-secondary studies in math-related fields and a wide variety of careers. In this course, students extend their understanding of basic algebraic concepts and acquire both skills and the conceptual foundation needed for advanced mathematics. They learn to use symbolic reasoning, equations and functions to represent, analyze and interpret situations and apply algebraic reasoning to solve problems. In addition, they become more adept at communicating mathematically and justifying their thinking. After successfully completing this course, a student will be prepared to begin the formal study of geometry.

• Solving Linear

• Graphing Quadratic Functions

• Solving Linear Inequalities

• Solving Quadratic Functions

• Graphing and Writing Linear Functions

• Radical Functions and Equations

• Solving Systems of Linear Equations

• Data Analysis and Displays

• Exponential Functions and Sequences

• Scientific Notation

• Polynomial Equations and Factoring

• The Pythagorean Theorem