1. STUDENT PLACEMENT GUIDE
Mathematics in the Middle School
Spotsylvania County Schools
Instruction
STUDENT PLACEMENT GUIDE
This PowerPoint presentation will give you an overview of the mathematics program in our middle schools.
This PowerPoint presentation is on the Spotsylvania County Website and parents are encouraged to review it on their own.

2. *SOL Stand Alone Tests all grades
6th grade
7th grade
8th grade
*SOL Stand Alone Tests all grades
Algebra Topics
Average Rigor
Math 7
Math 6
(everyday)
Algebra 1
Middle School
Math II
Above Average Rigor
Middle School
Math I
*HS Credit
This is the fully implemented schedule of the two-part accelerated course and other courses in middle school. Please note that students in the accelerated classes will be expected to maintain an A/B average. Students who do not maintain above average achievement will be placed in a more appropriate math class for their demonstrated ability.
Algebra 1
Geometry
Middle School
Math II
Most Rigorous
*HS Credit
*HS Credit

3. Middle School Mathematics
Math 6 everyday
More time for activities
More time to develop concepts
Fill in knowledge gaps ~ stress understanding
Allows more flexibility
Students will be required to meet specific criteria for placement
With Algebra Topics 8, students can still achieve advanced diploma status in high school
Go through each point with parents. Math Everyday for Math 6 results have shown a jump in mathematics achievement.
Students in grade 6 may test for MS II in grade 7 at the end of their 6th grade year.
Emphasize the last bullet “with Algebra Topics 8, students can still achieve advanced diploma status in high school.”

4. Spotsylvania County Schools Recommended Course of Study in Mathematics
High School Sequence ~ with Algebra Topics 8
Spotsylvania County Schools
Recommended Course of Study in Mathematics
Average Rigor
It is recommended that all students pursue the study of mathematics at the most rigorous level possible.
When appropriate students may change paths by attending summer school or by taking two classes at the same time.
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Math 6
*6th grade SOL Test
Math taught everyday
MS II
*7th grade
SOL test
Administered
Math 7
*7th grade SOL test
Algebra I
*EOC test
Algebra
Topics 8
*8th grade
Geometry
*EOC Test
Advanced
Algebra II ~~
Mathematical Analysis
AP Statistics
Applied
Mathematics
+Computer Math
AP Calculus
Mathematics: Modeling and Functions
DE Pre-Calculus
Course sequence for those on the average track in mathematics.
Note: There are various options for a child to move from a particular track to another depending on the effort and achievement put forth by the student.
If students achieve an A or B final grade in Math 7 AND ALSO pass advanced the Math 7 SOL test, then they may qualify for Algebra I in the 8th grade.
This chart shows that a student taking Algebra Topics 8 can achieve an advanced diploma form High School.

5. Accelerated Path Middle School Math II Middle School Math I
6th grade curriculum standards and part of the 7th grade standards
Middle School Math II
the rest of the 7th grade curriculum standards and most of the 8th grade standards
Curriculum standards are set by the state of Virginia Department of Education.
Local divisions may add to these standards by enhancing their curriculum.
Students need to pass advanced the Math 7 SOL test and attain an A or B final grade in order to move into Algebra I in the Middle School.

6. Advanced Placement Considerations
a strong sense of number;
a keen sense of knowing when and how to apply mathematical concepts;
a desire to think and reason critically;
the ability to handle frustration;
the willingness to accept a challenge.
a student who excels in all categories would be highly recommended to take an advanced sequence
the desire to accelerate in a rigorous sequence of mathematics;
a consistent A or B math average;
the ability to grasp math concepts at an accelerated pace;
the independent work habits to support the rigor of an accelerated course;
a high interest in problem solving;
Take each point and elaborate on it. A student entering the accelerated path has a strong sense of problem solving…LOVES mathematics and handles frustration well. This means they acknowledge the fact that success sometimes comes from “fast failure”…meaning that students learn from their mistakes and recover quickly….for example, note the next slide on displaying persistence in mathematics…

7. Registration Form/Process
Be sure to encourage parents to check the testing box if they want their child tested for possible advanced placement.

8. Registration Form/Process
All students will automatically be placed into Math 6 everyday unless the student attains required criteria for advanced coursework.

9. Sample Math 6 SOL test question – Computation

10. Sample Math 7 SOL test question – Computation

11. Sample Math 6 SOL test question - Measurement

12. Sample Math 7 SOL test question - Measurement

13. Sample Math 6 SOL test question - Probability

14. Sample Math 7 SOL test question - Probability

15. Sample Math 6 SOL test question – Patterns,Functions,&Algebra

16. Sample Math 7 SOL test question – Patterns,Functions,&Algebra