PREREQUISITE: Pre-Algebra
GRADE LEVEL: 7, 8
LENGTH: One Year
CATEGORY: Fulfills Math Requirement
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Algebra is an accelerated course. Students are placed here based on testing and teacher recommendation. Algebra is considered the basic language of mathematics that provides the foundation for continued study of mathematics. Students will understand and use mathematical relationships to solve a variety of problems related to the real world. Students will become familiar with using graphing tools to visualize mathematical relationships. Purchase of a scientific calculator by each student is strongly recommended.
AREAS OF STUDY:
Unit 1 Foundations of Algebra
Unit 2 Equations
Unit 3 Inequalities
Unit 4 Functions
Unit 5 Linear Functions
Unit 6 Systems of Equations and Inequalities
Unit 7 Exponents and Polynomials
Unit 8 Factoring Polynomials
Unit 9 Quadratic Functions and Equations
Unit 10 Exponential and Radical Functions
Unit 11 Special Topics
Problem solving, estimation and mental math are part of each unit of study. Calculators and computers are integrated as part of the entire course.
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
Arrive to class on time with required materials (pencils, 3 ring binder, calculator, textbook, loose leaf paper and completed assignment)
Keep a notebook which is to include class activities and homework.
Classroom attendance is important (if you are absent, make up work is due promptly)
Cooperate with class members, participate in class
PREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA I
GRADE LEVEL: 8
LENGTH: One Year
CATEGORY: Fulfills math requirement
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Geometry is part of the super accelerated math track. Students must qualify based on district testing procedures. By working with the tools of geometry, students will perform investigations, make and test conjectures to make geometric discoveries, allowing them to solve a variety of problems both independently and in cooperative group settings. This accelerated math course is designed for those students who have completed Algebra I before their 8th grade school year, and who have the ability and desire to study the topics of Geometry in more depth and at a fast pace.
AREAS OF STUDY:
Introducing Geometry – The Building Blocks
Reasoning in Geometry
Using Tools of Geometry
Discovering and Proving Triangle Properties
Discovering and Proving Polygon Properties
Discovering and Proving Circle Properties
Transformations and Tessellations
Area
The Pythagorean Theorem
Volume
Similarity
Trigonometry
Logic
Geometry as a Mathematical System
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
Bring suggested materials to class each day: textbook, 3 ring binder, geometry tools, ruler, compass, protractor, completed assignment, scientific calculator
Keep an organized notebook including definitions, conjectures, investigations, homework and independent learning activities.
PREREQUISITE: Teacher Recommendation
GRADE LEVEL: 7
CATEGORY: Fulfills Math Requirement
LENGTH: One year
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Math 7 will serve students with a wide range of mathematical interest and ability. Students will have the opportunity to reason and communicate their proficiency in math by solving a variety of problems with real-life applications. Students will demonstrate their understanding of computation, symbol manipulation, and their use of mathematical tools, resources, and procedures. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared for Pre-Algebra 8.
AREAS OF STUDY:
Number sense and operation: whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and integers
Ratio, proportion, and percent
Geometry concepts
Measurement concepts
Variables and expressions/equations
Problem solving, estimation and mental math are a part of each unit of study
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
Arrive to class on time with required materials (pencil, notebook, textbook, loose-leaf paper and completed homework)
Complete assigned work on time (done in pencil)
Participate in class discussions/activities
Perform successfully on quizzes and tests
Keep assignments organized/in order in math “notebook”
MATH 7A
PREREQUISITE: Teacher Recommendation
GRADE LEVEL: 7
LENGTH: One Year
CATEGORY: Fulfills Math Requirement
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Students will be provided the opportunity to develop number sense for whole numbers, fractions, decimals and integers. Students will demonstrate their understanding of computation. Problem solving, estimation and mental math are part of each unit of study.
AREAS OF STUDY:
Numeration Problem Solving
Graphing Topics in Geometry
Whole numbers Measurement, Time & Money
Fractions Ratio and Percent
Decimals Probability, Statistics
Integers
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
Arrive to class on time with suggested materials (pencils, notebook, textbook, loose-leaf paper and completed assignment).
Keep a notebook, which is to include class activities and homework. It is recommended that students should also have a pocket folder in which to keep loose papers.
Work should be completed in pencil, not in pen.
Classroom attendance is important (if you are absent, make up work is due promptly).
Cooperate with class members, participate in class and develop full potential.
MATH 8A
PREREQUISITE: Math 7 or 7A
GRADE LEVEL: 8
LENGTH: One Year
CATEGORY: Fulfills math requirement
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Math 8A provides a complete, comprehensive review and practice of math skills and concepts. Emphasis is placed on real world applications. The use of mathematical tools such as calculators and strategies is an important part of Math 8A.
AREAS OF STUDY:
Basic operations of whole numbers, decimals, fractions Probability and Statistics
Ration, Proportion and Percent Integers
Measurement Simple algebraic equations
Geometry Problem solving
Graphing
Problem solving, estimation and mental math are part of each unit of study. Calculators and computers are integrated as part of the entire course.
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
Arrive to class on time with suggested materials (pencils, notebook, calculator, textbooks, loose leaf paper and completed assignment).
Keep a notebook which is to include class activities and homework It is recommended that students should also have a pocket folder in which to keep loose papers.
Work should be completed in pencil not in pen.
Classroom attendance is important (if you are absent, make up work is due promptly).
Cooperate with class members, participate in class and develop full potential.
PREREQUISITE: Teacher Recommendation
GRADE LEVEL: 7
LENGTH: One Year
CATEGORY: Fulfills Math Requirement
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is the first in a sequence of six honors mathematics courses which ends with Calculus when students are high school seniors.
AREAS OF STUDY:
· Principles of Algebra · Percents
· Rational Numbers · Foundations of Geometry
· Graphs, Functions and Sequences · Perimeter, Area and Volume
· Exponents and Roots · Data and Statistics
· Ratios, Proportions and Similarity · Probability
Problem solving, estimation and mental math are part of each unit of study. Calculators and computers are integrated as part of the entire course
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
Arrive to class on time with suggested materials (pencils, notebook, calculator, textbook, loose leaf paper and completed assignment)
Keep a notebook which is to include class activities and homework It is recommended that students should also have a pocket folder in which to keep loose papers.
Work should be completed in pencil not in pen
Classroom attendance is important (if you are absent, make up work is due promptly). Cooperate with class members, participate in class and develop full potential
PREREQUISITE: Math 7 and teacher recommendation recommendation of 7th grade math
GRADE LEVEL: 8
CATEGORY: Fulfills math requirement
Text Book: Holt Mathematics Course 3 LENGTH: One Year
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Pre-algebra 8 will serve students who have demonstrated the ability to accurately compute with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Students will represent mathematical situations and solve problems using a variety of methods, tools, techniques, and strategies. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared for Algebra I or Algebra 1A.
AREAS OF STUDY:
Problem solving
Decimal number system (whole numbers, fractions, decimals)
Integers
Proportions and percent
Exponents
Algebraic expression, equations and inequalities
Measurement (2 and 3 dimensional)
Geometry
Statistics and graphical representations
Probability
Sequences and Functions
Polynomials
EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
Arrive to class on time
Bring required materials to class
Take and keep notes properly
Complete assigned work on time
Participate in class discussions
Perform successfully on quizzes and tests
Show work on all assignments