Dumbarton Middle Mathematics Information Night We will be using slido.com for questions during the presentation. -Type slido.com into your browser -Enter event code: #F625 -Start asking!! You can vote for your favorite questions throughout the night. Kristi M. Ninos, Department chair kninos@bcps.org

During this meeting, we will: Meeting outcomes: During this meeting, we will: Identify the core purpose of mathematics education at the middle school level Describe the importance of Algebra 1 and it’s implication for graduation Address selection criteria for 2019-2020 scheduling decisions Time is allotted for Q&A by DMS math faculty at the end of the presentation

The Dumbarton Math Team 6th grade: Mr. Lovett, Mr. Lynch, Mr. Hegmann, Mr. Sievers 7th grade: Mr. Taylor, Mr. Sievers, Ms. Noppinger, Mr. Wood 8th grade: Mr. Russell, Ms. Sharbonda, Ms. Noppinger, Ms. Ninos

Our Vision: Who are we? Dumbarton Middle: BCPS Office of Mathematics PreK-12 The middle school mathematics curriculum continues to Build the Foundation by capitalizing on students' strengths and interests to introduce them to how mathematics can be used as a tool and a language in the various STEM and Humanities fields. The high school mathematics curriculum provides time to Fortify the Foundation by solidifying students' readiness for post secondary mathematics courses and opportunities that rely on a strong understanding and application of mathematical concepts and skills. Dumbarton Middle: Develop a community of confident problem solvers who have an appreciation for mathematics and who grow as mathematicians. Source: http://dci.bcps.org/department/academics/mathematics_pre_k-12/secondary_mathematics

BCPS: Office of Mathematics PreK-12

Graduation Requirements Algebra 1 Graduation Requirements Pass Algebra 1 PARCC1 Current 8th graders will need a passing score of 725 Current 6th & 7th graders will need a passing score of 750 Enroll in a mathematics course in each year of high school2 three credits, including one with instruction in algebra aligned with the Maryland High School Assessment for algebra or one or more credits in subsequent mathematics courses for which algebra is a prerequisite, and one with instruction in geometry aligned with the content standards for geometry’ Take mathematics PARCC exam aligned with course enrollment in their 9th grade year. 1: http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Documents/Testing/GraduationsRequirements2018.pdf 2: http://www.dsd.state.md.us/comar/comarhtml/13a/13a.03.02.03.htm

Algebra 1 Curriculum Linear Functions Quantities and Relationships Graphs, Equations, Linear Functions, and Inequalities Analyzing Data Sets for Two Quantitative Variables Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities Quadratic Functions Graphs of Quadratic Functions Polynomial Expressions and Solving Quadratic Equations Exponential Functions Sequences and the Graphs of Linear and Exponential Functions Other Functions Piecewise and Step Functions Data Analysis Analyzing Data Sets for One Variable Analyzing Data Sets for Two Categorical Variables

Assigned, not scored, for practice Homework Assigned, not scored, for practice Yes! We still assign homework. Math 6 → Mon & Weds GT 6 → preview reading & notes PreAlgebra → 3x a week Algebra 1 (GT7 and 8th grade) → 4-5x a week with graded assignments.

Implications for Scheduling How do we make decisions on scheduling? Incoming 6th graders Based on 5th grade teacher recommendations Current students Current & previous MAP scores* Previous PARCC scores Student progress, reviewed twice during the school year Includes in-class assignments

Implications for Scheduling 7th Grade: PreAlgebra vs. Algebra 1 GT7: Algebra 1 Same course as 8th graders and 9th graders take PARCC PreAlgebra 7 “Accelerated” pace – covers 1.5 years of content in one year Emphasis on building capacity for algebraic thinking, proportional reasoning Additional Assistance elective offered: Students selected by 6th grade teachers; identified as strong in 6th grade but may benefit from additional support for rigor of 7th grade

Implications for Scheduling 8th Grade: Math 8, Algebra 1, Geometry GT8: Geometry Follows course progression per BCPS Successful completion of Algebra 1 in 7th grade Algebra 1 PARCC requirement fulfilled Opportunity to enroll for Advance Academics available* Math 8 Covers first unit of Algebra 1 Revisits statistics and geometry Emphasis on advancing algebraic thinking Preparation for success in Algebra 1 and beyond Algebra 1 readiness: MAP score 235 (+/-) or higher PARCC score of “3” or higher

Thank you for coming! Q&A Time Please take time to talk with our teachers if you have further questions. Have a fantastic evening!