Math Acceleration in the Middle School 7 th Graders taking Math 8H or Algebra Honors Wednesday, April 27 th, 2011 Shenendehowa CSD

Presented by… Brittany Miller Accelerated Math 7H Teacher (6 th Grade) Acadia ~ Gowana ~ Koda Carrie Peverly Mathematics Academic Administrator Grades 6 – 12 Susie Romano Accelerated Algebra Honors Teacher (7 th & 8 th 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 1 st & 2 nd 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 7 th 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 HSW (9 th ) HSE (10 th -12 th ) HSE (10 th -12 th ) HSE (10 th -12 th ) Single Acceleration

When does a student take the Accelerated Math 8H class? Within the regular school day Most classes are mixed 7 th & 8 th graders 7 th grade students taking Math 8H will then automatically be enrolled in Algebra Honors as an 8 th 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 7 th 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 HSE (10 th -12 th ) HSE (10 th -12 th ) HSE (10 th -12 th ) Double Acceleration Track

When does a student take the Accelerated Algebra Honors class? Within the regular school day Most classes are mixed 7 th and 8 th 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 (8 th Grade) AH to 8H 8H to AH Contact Ms. Miller

Discussion & Questions Please let us know of a recommendation change by May 6 th.

Contact Information Carrie Peverly Mathematics Administrator (6-12) Brittany Miller Accelerated Math 7H Teacher Susie Romano Accelerated Algebra Honors Teacher