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Math Acceleration in the
Middle School7th Graders taking Math 8H
or Algebra Honors
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011
Shenendehowa CSD
Presented by…
Brittany MillerAccelerated Math 7H Teacher (6th Grade)
Acadia ~ Gowana ~ Koda
Carrie PeverlyMathematics Academic Administrator
Grades 6 – 12
Susie RomanoAccelerated Algebra Honors Teacher (7th & 8th Grade)
Acadia ~ Gowana ~ Koda
Parent & Student Informational Meeting
Goals•Review recommendation process
•Review implications of those recommendations (impact on schedule)
•Share information about Math 8H & Algebra Honors
•Answer parent/student questions
Our Acceleration Philosophy
“Challenge without overwhelming”
Shenendehowa provides accelerated programs not only to satisfy state mandates, but also to meet the needs of our diverse community of learners.
Students who accelerate successfully:
Have a high level of interest in the subject area Grasp ideas quickly in order to effectively manage
the pace of the curriculum Demonstrate creativity and critical thinking Communicate (read, write, speak, and listen) at or
above grade level Work collaboratively to solve authentic problems
and issues Demonstrate the interest in and ability to reflect on
their learning, as well as provide feedback on ideas proposed by others
Recognize the additional responsibility and effort that is required for this level of class
Complete work on time and demonstrate the time and effort that goes into completing complex assignments
Take initiative to seek assistance from their teacher when it is needed
Follow the Academic Integrity Policy as expected of all Shenendehowa students
Recommendation Process
1st & 2nd Quarter Math 7H Averages Basic Skills & Conceptual
Understanding Work Habits
•Quality of homework
•Level of organization
•Asking for help if/when needed
Recommendation Process (cont.)
Participation•Asking/Answering questions in class•Involvement in group work/activities•Level of interest in math•Classroom behavior
NYS Math Assessment Score•NYS Grade 5 Math Exam
•NYS Grade 6 Math Exam has not yet been administered!
Scheduling
Most students will be recommended to continue with single acceleration.•This means they would be taking the
Math 8H course as 7th graders.
Grade
6
Grade
7
Grade
8
Grade
9
Grade
10
Grade
11
Grade
12
Math
7H
Math
8H
Algebra
Honors
Geometry/ Geometry
Honors
Algebra
2 & Trig
Honors
Pre-Calc
Honors
or
AP Stats
AP
Calc
AB or
BC
or AP Stats
MS MS MS HSW
(9th)
HSE(10th -12th)
HSE(10th -12th)
HSE(10th -12th)
Single Acceleration
When does a student take the Accelerated Math 8H class?
Within the regular school day Most classes are mixed 7th & 8th
graders 7th grade students taking Math 8H
will then automatically be enrolled in Algebra Honors as an 8th grader.
Integers Solving Equations Angles Polynomials Percents Transformational Geometry Factoring Polynomials Functions Solving Inequalities Slope Constructions Indirect Measurement
Math 8H Curriculum
Scheduling
Some students may be recommended to double accelerate.•This means they would be taking the
Algebra Honors course as 7th graders.
Grade
6
Grade
7
Grade
8
Grade
9
Grade
10
Grade
11
Grade
12
Math
7H
Algebra
Honors
Geometry
Honors
Algebra
2 & Trig
Honors
Pre-Calc
Honors
AP
Calc
AB or
BC
AP
Stats
MS MS HSE(10th -12th)
HSE(10th -12th)
HSE(10th -12th)
Double Acceleration Track
When does a student take the Accelerated Algebra Honors class?
Within the regular school day Most classes are mixed 7th and 8th
graders from all three middle schools
Algebra Honors
High school course Regents Exam (June 2012) HS transcript Graphing calculator required Pace of course Summer work
Algebra Honors Curriculum
The Language of Algebra Real Numbers Solving Linear Equations Graphing Relations and Functions Analyzing Linear Equations Solving Linear Inequalities Solving Systems of Linear Equations and
Inequalities
Algebra Honors Curriculum (cont.)
• Polynomials
• Factoring
• Quadratic and Exponential Functions
• Radical Expressions and Triangles
• Rational Expressions and Equations
• Statistics
• Probability
Algebra Honors Summer Work
Course covers material in eighth grade curriculum as well as Integrated Algebra curriculum.
Seventh grade state test review (separately) in the spring.
Transformational Geometry packet for all students entering Algebra Honors.
The Big Picture!
As you decide which course is best for your child, you may want to consider…
ELA/SS Earth Science (8th Grade) AH to 8H 8H to AH
•Contact Ms. Miller
Discussion & Questions
Please let us know of a recommendation change
by May 6th.
Contact Information
Carrie Peverly• Mathematics Administrator (6-12)
• [email protected] Brittany Miller
• Accelerated Math 7H Teacher
• [email protected]• http://www.shenet.org/middle/gowana/bmiller/bmiller.htm
Susie Romano• Accelerated Algebra Honors Teacher
• http://www.shenet.org/middle/acadia/sromano/srwelcome.htm