Mathematics Course Descriptions (top)
Mathematics 7 -Year
Grade 7: Required
Prerequisite: Sixth Grade Mathematics
Students examine algebra and geometry preparatory concepts and skills; strategies for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data; and number concepts and skills especially proportional reasoning. Reasoning, problem solving, communication, concept representation, and connections among mathematical ideas are emphasized in a hands-on learning environment. Graphing calculators and computers are integrated with instruction.
Mathematics 8 -Year
Grade 8: Required
Prerequisite: Seventh Grade Mathematics
Students extend their study of algebra and geometry preparatory concepts and skills; strategies for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data; and number concepts and skills especially proportional reasoning. Reasoning, problem solving, communication, concept representation, and connections among mathematical ideas are emphasized in a hands-on learning environment. Graphing calculators and computers are integrated with instruction.
Algebra I Honors 7- 8 Grades -Year
Prerequisite: Mathematics 7/Honors Mathematics/Compacted Math 6
Students extend knowledge and understanding of the real number system and its properties through the study of variables, expresssions, equations, inequalities, and the analysis of data from real world phenomena. Emphasis is placed on algebraic connections to arithmetic, geometry, and statistics. Calculators and computer technologies are integral tools. Graphing calculators are an essential tool for every student to explore graphical, numerical, and symbolic relationships. This course has an end-of-course Standards of Learning test. Students who have mastered the standards of Mathematics 7 and 8 in grade 7 are eligible to take Algebra 1 Honors in grade 8. When taken in grade 8, Algebra 1 Honors becomes a part of the high school transcript record, is included in the determination of the high school grade point average (GPA), and counts as one of the required mathematics credits for high school graduation. Parents may request that the Algebra 1 Honors grade be omitted from the student's transcript and the student not earn high school credit for the course. Students taking Algebra 1 Honors in grade 8 must pass the course to be promoted to grade 9.
Students are required to take the Standards of Learning End of Course Test.
Geometry Honors 8 Grade -Year
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Honors
This course emphasizes two and three dimensional reasoning skills, coordinate and transformational geometry, and the use of geometric models to solve problems. A variety of applications and some general problem-solving techniques, including algebraic skills, will be used to explore geometric relationships. Conjectures about properties and relationships are developed inductively and then verified deductively. Students investigate non-Euclidean geometries, formal logic, and use deductive proofs to verify theorems. Calculators, computers, graphing utilities, dynamic geometry software, and other appropriate technology tools will be used to assist in teaching and learning.
Students are required to take the Standards of Learning End of Course Test.
Power Mathmatics - Semister Elective Grade 7
The Power Mathematics is a one-semester course designed to provide students with foundational concepts and skills to support success with current mathematics explorations and enhance experiences with future mathematics study. In grade seven, Power Mathematics focuses on fundamental skills with integer operations, order of operations, equivalence, percent and percent applications, along with area and graphing concepts.
Power Mathmatics and Power Science- Semister Elective Grade 8
Power Mathematics and Science is a one-semester course that focuses on fundamental skills with ratios and proportions, measurement in two and three dimensions and statistics, along with heavy emphasis on algebraic thinking and equations. Additionally, the class includes direct instruction in science concepts including scientific investigation, living systems, ecosystems, heredity, and diversity.
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