1. HIGH SCHOOL MATH FOR 8TH GRADE
WELCOME

2. AGENDA PURPOSE OF THIS MEETING COURSE OFFERINGS – HIGH SCHOOL FLOW
Strictly to share and obtain feedback
No decisions will be made tonight
COURSE OFFERINGS – HIGH SCHOOL FLOW
HIGH SCHOOL DISCUSSION
PROPOSAL

3. COURSE PROGRESSIONS – HIGH SCHOOL FLOW
This is the proposed Block class – Alg 1 would be taught in the fall and Geometry would be taught in the spring

4. The course grade received for the high school math courses in middle school does show on the student’s transcript, but does not reflect in your GPA The EOC grade will appear as well, and is also included in the class grade.

5. The things to think about…..
PROPOSAL FOR NEXT YEAR – Block for MS (GSE Algebra 1 (Fall) and GSE Geometry (Spring):
The things to think about…..
Pros
CONS
Ability to earn 2 HS math credits in ms
Could possibly have 6 math credits on transcript
Ability to “slow-down” the Algebra/Geom A course
Will not have to wait to take EOC in high school due to block scheduling in HS
Ability to use problem based learning frequently without having to worry about “getting” through the curriculum
Students would go directly to Honors Algebra II – again slowing this course down
Early arrival to LMS – 8:00 am or 7:30am
Transportation – if one part of block is before school
MS school student “sitting” in a class for 90 minutes – though it would not be 90 minutes at one time.

6. Advantages & Disadvantages
Can easily progress to higher level of math (i.e Multi Variable Calculus – DL with Tech) – however this is doable even without being in these courses
Speed of courses – block scheduling, -
Lack of extra quality points – honors - .5 and AP 1.0 – this affects valedictorian, HOPE and college admittance

7. PROPOSAL FOR NEXT YEAR – Block for MS (GSE Algebra 1 (Fall) and GSE Geometry (Spring):
The big take away is:
Your child can be afforded the opportunity to earn 2 HS Math credits IF you are willing to commit to the zero period (Student arriving at 8:00am or 7:30) all year
What are your thoughts???