Mathematics Placement
(Middle School Criteria)
(Middle School Criteria)
WRMS Mathematics Pathways
Westwood Middle School is committed to enriching students' understanding of mathematics, fostering critical thinking, and cultivating problem-solving skills. Recognizing the unique learning journey of each student, it is crucial to provide these tailored learning experiences at the most opportune moment to maximize their learning potential and instill a positive perspective on mathematics. The district's placement process plays a pivotal role in ensuring that students are positioned in the most suitable academic environments for success in mathematics.
The mathematics placement process incorporates multiple transparent and data-driven components. Various data points are considered to assess eligibility for the accelerated math program. Students meeting the required scores on the placement criteria are offered the opportunity to participate in the accelerated advanced mathematics program—an exceptionally challenging initiative designed to immerse accelerated math students in a rigorous learning environment. This program aims to engage students at an advanced level and further enhance their mathematical capabilities.
* Students following this pathway will retain the chance to qualify for honors placement In high school.
* Students following this ACCELERATED pathway complete 8th-grade math standards and Algebra I standards during 7th and 8th-grade school year.
WRMS Mathematics Placement Criteria
This document provides a comparison of mathematical concepts between Math 7, Math 7 Accelerated, and Algebra I In 8th grade courses.
Please note, there are math concepts embedded within Math 7 Accelerated curriculum to support Algebra I, but not Math 7 curriculum.
For students who did not meet the eligible criteria for Algebra I placement, parents can complete the waiver application form and complete the mastery goals assigned to them via Khan Academy.
For your child's waiver application to be accepted, and your child moved into the 8th grade Algebra 1 math course, your child will need to score 80% or better on the activities provided within the assignment. Students who do not complete their Summer Waiver Assignment by the deadline will be rostered in their recommended course. Their waiver will not be approved.
Note: There Is no waiver process or application for Math 6 Into Math 7 Accelerated at this time.