Math 6

(Open to 6th grade only)

In this 6th grade course, instructional time will focus on four critical areas: (1) connecting ratio and rate to whole number multiplication and division, and using concepts of ratio and rate to solve problems; (2) completing understanding of division of fractions and extending the notion of number to the system of rational numbers, which includes negative numbers; (3) writing, interpreting, and using expressions and equations; and (4) developing understanding of statistical thinking.

Pre‐Algebra 6, 7, 8

(Open to grades 6th through 8th)

This course is designed to prepare students with basic math and algebra skills for high school Algebra 1 and Geometry. It covers the California Common Core standards for 8th grade. Instruction will include the following: the number system, expression and equations, functions geometry, statistics and probability.

Algebra 7‐8

(Open to grades 7th and 8th)

Prerequisite: Placement based on a combination of teacher recommendation, prior grades, and Algebra Placement Test.

Algebra is a full year course devoted to building algebra fundamentals. Emphasis is on building a foundation of proper solving of equations, systems, quadratics, graphing functions, and data analysis and probability. Intertwined in the curriculum is problem solving strategies and logical thinking. IPad technology will be used to assist with instruction through the Internet, graphing, calculators, and assistance in day to day organization of content.

Algebra 2

(Open to grades 8th)

Prerequisite: Placement based on a combination of teacher recommendation, prior grades, and Algebra Placement Test.

This math course is based on the California Algebra 2 Standards. Algebra 2 provides the math foundation for Geometry and Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus. Students learn how to solve (and graph) systems of equations. Students use quadratic formula and factoring to solve real life problems. Students also learn how to solve logarithmic and exponential functions, as well as use complex numbers and the binomial theorem. Probability and Statistics are also introduced.