Mathematics

MATHEMATICS 7
Prerequisite: Mathematics 6
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
Prerequisite: Mathematics 7
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 1
Prerequisite: Mathematics 7
This course extends students' knowledge and understanding of the real number system and its properties through the study of variables, expressions, equations, inequalities, and analysis of data derived from real world phenomena.

Emphasis is placed on making connections in algebra to arithmetic, geometry, and statistics. Calculator and computer technologies should be used as tools whenever appropriate. use of a graphing calculator is considered essential to provide a graphical and numerical approach to topics in addition to a symbolic approach. (This course has an end-of-course Standards of Learning test.)

Students who have mastered the standards for Mathematics 7 & 8 in grade 7 are eligible to take Algebra 1 in grade 8. When taken in grade 8, Algebra 1 becomes a part of the high school transcript record, is included in the determination of high school grade point average (GPA), and counts as one of the required mathematics credit for high school graduation as well as toward the total credits required for graduation. However, parents may request that grades be omitted from the student's transcript and the student not earn high school credit for the course.

GEOMETRY WITH LOGIC
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Students investigate properties of triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, circles, and solids using inductive and deductive reasoning. Conjectures about properties and relationships are developed inductively and then verified deductively. Vectors, transformations, algebra, and technologies are used as tools to solve geometry problems. Study includes an introduction to non-Euclidean surfaces.