1. Math progression Math 6 Math 7 Math 8 Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Pre-Calculus Regular trackAdvanced track Pre-Ap Math 6/7 Pre-Ap Math 7/8 Pre-Ap Algebra I Pre-Ap Geometry Pre-Ap Algebra II Pre-Ap Pre-Calculus AP or Dual credit Calculus 6 th 7 th 8 th 9 th 10 th 11 th 12 th 4 HS math credits 5 HS math credits

2. Why take Algebra in 8 th grade? -- to get ahead -- to have a challenge -- to take Calculus as a senior in high school -- my parents make me

3. What should you expect? -- homework 3 – 4 nights a week -- brief “review” of 8 th grade TEKS -- pacing very quick -- after first couple months, mainly new material

4. What will help your success? -- attendance extremely important --when don’t understand, get help immediately !! --communication !!

5. Grading follows Crossland 40% Major (3 grades) 50% Minor 10% Common Assessment

6. End-of-Course Algebra Exam --The EOC will count as a major grade for the 6 th grading period (in May) --This is part of the new testing system which uses ‘accumulation of points’ for graduation requirements