8th Grade Mathematics Curriculum August 24th Curriculum Night Abigail Hollenbeck Algebra 1, Algebra 1 Bridges

Overview Purpose Calculator policy 8th Grade Courses Bridges vs. Algebra High school course sequence Keystone and graduation requirements Questions

Purpose Communicate with parents Understanding course selection Changes in requirements and expectations

Calculator Policy It is required that each student purchase his/her own graphing calculator. TI-83 Plus or TI-84 Plus This calculator will be used for the duration of the student’s math courses selected at Methacton.

8th Grade Courses Based on 3 components Major test average Computation quiz average Midterm score 4 courses for 8th grade students Bridges Algebra Honors Algebra Honors Geometry

Bridges vs Algebra 8th grade PSSA (April 24-28) Every 8th grader takes 12 standards: Understand and apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems. Algebra 1 Keystone (May 15-26) Students enrolled in Algebra 37 standards: Represent, solve, and interpret systems of equations/inequalities and systems of equations/inequalities graphically and algebraically.

8th Grade PSSA Both Algebra 1 Keystone Apply the concepts of volume of cylinders, cones, and spheres to solve real-world and mathematical problems. Understand and apply congruence, similarity, and geometric transformations using various tools. Understand and apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems. Understand that patterns of association can be seen in bivariate data utilizing frequencies. Apply concepts of radicals and integer exponents to generate equivalent expressions. Understand the connections between proportional relationships, lines, and linear equations. Analyze and solve linear equations and pairs of simultaneous linear equations. Define, evaluate, and compare functions. Use concepts of functions to model relationships between quantities. Distinguish between rational and irrational numbers using their properties. Estimate irrational numbers by comparing them to rational numbers. Analyze and/or interpret bivariate data displayed in multiple representations. Summarize, represent, and interpret data on a single count or measurement variable. Summarize, represent, and interpret data on two categorical and quantitative variables. Analyze linear models to make interpretations based on the data. Recognize and evaluate random processes underlying statistical experiments. Make inferences and justify conclusions based on sample surveys, experiments, and observational studies. Apply the rules of probability to compute probabilities of compound events in a uniform probability model. Use the concept and notation of functions to interpret and apply them in terms of their context. Graph and analyze functions and use their properties to make connections between the different representations. Write functions or sequences that model relationships between two quantities. Interpret the effects transformations have on functions and find the inverse of functions. Construct and compare linear, quadratic, and exponential models to solve problems. Interpret functions in terms of the situations they model. Interpret the structure of expressions to represent a quantity in terms of its context. Write expressions in equivalent forms to solve problems. Extend the knowledge of arithmetic operations and apply to polynomials. Use polynomial identities to solve problems. Extend the knowledge of rational functions to rewrite in equivalent forms. Create and graph equations or inequalities to describe numbers or relationships. Apply inverse operations to solve equations or formulas for a given variable. Use reasoning to solve equations and justify the solution method. Represent, solve, and interpret equations/inequalities and systems of equations/inequalities algebraically and graphically. Apply and extend the properties of exponents to solve problems with rational exponents. Apply properties of rational and irrational numbers to solve real-world or mathematical problems. Apply quantitative reasoning to choose and interpret units and scales in formulas, graphs, and data displays. Use units as a way to understand problems and to guide the solution of multi-step problems. Choose a level of accuracy appropriate to limitations on measurement when reporting quantities.

High School Course Sequence 8th grade 9th grade 10th grade 11th grade 12th grade Bridges Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2/Trig Pre-Calculus 8th grade 9th grade 10th grade 11th grade 12th grade Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2/Trig Pre-Calculus Calculus 95% or greater to qualify for Honors Geometry 80%-94% to qualify for Geometry 60-79% to qualify for Fundamentals of Geometry if not Keystone proficient, student will be enrolled in Math Foundations

Methacton High School requires 3 credits of mathematics

Keystone and Graduation Requirements Beginning with the class of 2019*, students must demonstrate proficiency on the Algebra 1, Literature, and Biology Keystone Exams to graduate. Students will be offered multiple opportunities to take the Keystones throughout their high school careers. Project Based Assessment will be available after two unsuccessful attempts at the test. Students who do not demonstrate proficiency in the three tested subjects using either method still may graduate if they meet all local graduation requirements and receive approval for from the district's superintendent.  

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