1. Bridge to Algebra II Dr. Linda Griffith Dr. Bill Nielsen Thomas Coy Anthony Owen

2. Smart Core and Core Graduation Paths Core Graduation Math Requirements 4 Units – One (1) unit of Algebra or equivalent [Algebra A&B] – One (1) unit of Geometry or equivalent [Geometry A&B] – All math units must build on the base of algebra and geometry knowledge and skills. – Comparable concurrent credit courses may be substituted where applicable. http://www.arkansased.org/public/userfiles/Legal/Legal-Current%20Rules/ade_282_standards_0709_current.pdf NOTICE: Changes in the Arkansas Academic Challenge (Lottery) Scholarship requirements mandate that students graduating in 2014 and beyond must graduate under Smart Core.

3. Smart Core and Core Graduation Paths Smart Core Graduation Math Requirements 4 Units [at least one unit must be gained in either 11 th or 12 th grade] – Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II must all be completed* – One unit above and beyond Algebra II Advanced Topics and Modeling in Mathematics Algebra III Calculus Linear Systems and Statistics Mathematical Applications and Algorithms Pre-Calculus College Board AP Math Courses** International Baccalaureate Courses** Concurrent Math Courses http://www.arkansased.org/public/userfiles/Legal/Legal-Current%20Rules/ade_282_standards_0709_current.pdf

4. Common Core State Standards for Mathematics (CCSSM) Accessing the Common Core State Standards: www.corestandards.org While there are other sites out there that are related to the CCSS, www.corestandards.org is the official site.

5. Bridge to Algebra II How to read the Bridge to Algebra II (BTAII) Document – Content is categorized by 3 different groupings or “grain sizes” Student Learning Expectations – define what students should understand and be able to do. Content Standards – are groups of related student learning expectations. Strands – larger groups of related standards.

6. Bridge to Algebra II Each student learning expectation for Bridge to Algebra II is intended to: – reinforce linear concepts that were previously included in the Algebra I Course; – master quadratics and exponential concepts not included within the Arkansas Department of Education Algebra I Curriculum Framework through modeling functions and summarizing, representing, and interpreting data; or – introduce higher order concepts to prepare students for success in CCSS-M Algebra II.

7. Bridge to Algebra II Arkansas Student Learning Expectation (SLE) SLE as influenced by the CCSSM CCSSM Connection Bridge to Algebra II Curriculum Frameworks Document 2012 Arkansas Strand and Content Standard

8. Bridge to Algebra II Reminders: – This is NOT a required course by ADE: ADE does not require this course be offered by schools ADE does not require students have a credit for this course It can count toward one of the 38 required courses – Schools do not need to seek approval from ADE to offer this course

9. Bridge to Algebra II Reminders: – BTA II can count as one of the four math units required under a Core Graduation pathway – BTAII does NOT count as a fourth credit beyond Algebra II

10. SmartCore and the Academic Challenge Scholarship Students should be reminded of eligibility changes for the Arkansas Academic Challenge (Lottery) Scholarship, which require students graduating in 2014 and beyond to graduate under Smart Core. http://www.adhe.edu/divisions/financialaid/P ages/fa_acs.aspx http://www.adhe.edu/divisions/financialaid/P ages/fa_acs.aspx

11. Bridge to Algebra II Reminders: – ADE foresees this course being a short term offering – Not a requirement under either Graduation pathway, but schools need to help students and parents make informed decisions that are in the best interest of the student.

12. Bridge to Algebra II Sequencing: – Has a pre-requisite of Algebra I or Algebra A & B – Can be taken as a stand alone course or concurrently with Geometry. BTAII can NOT be taken concurrently with or after Algebra II – Algebra I -> BTAII -> Geometry -> Algebra II – Algebra I -> Geometry -> BTAII -> Algebra II – Algebra I -> Geometry & BTAII -> Algebra II

13. Bridge to Algebra II Location of documents: http://www.arkansased.org/divisions/learning -services/curriculum-and- instruction/frameworks/curriculum_categorie s/math http://www.arkansased.org/divisions/learning -services/curriculum-and- instruction/frameworks/curriculum_categorie s/math (http://tinyurl.com/9z5ejnt) Only courses labeled with (CCSS 2013-2014) will be valid high school math course offerings beginning with the 2013-2014 school year.

14. Anthony Owen anthony.owen@arkansas.gov 501-682-7816