Math 8 “Year of Fundamentals” Pre-Algebra & Geometry Number System Expressions and Equations Functions Geometry Statistics and Probability

NYS Grade 8 Mathematical Practices Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. Reason abstractly and quantitatively. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. Model with mathematics. Use appropriate tools strategically. Attend to precision. Look for and make use of structure. Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning.

Successful Math 8 Students Vocabulary Recognition of operations Understand how the content is presented in questions: multiple choice/short answer Interpreting and understanding the information provided in word problems

Successful Math 8 Students Are Prepared 1.) For class by having materials with them 2.) Study for Quizzes and Tests by reviewing notes and homework questions assigned.

Successful Math 8 Students Practice 1.) Homework is attempted, with effort put forth on each assigned problem. 2.) Homework is not to exceed 30 minutes outside of class. 3.) Graded Homework is always high-quality work. 4.) Homework is due at the start of class for full credit. Half-credit will be given after class or the next day. No credit given if received any later. A Homework Test grade will be given each marking period.