1. for Accelerating to 8th Grade Algebra 1
7th Grade Math Meeting
for Accelerating to 8th Grade Algebra 1

2. students entered 8th Grade Algebra 1 directly from 7th Grade Math.
In the past...
students entered 8th Grade Algebra 1 directly from 7th Grade Math.
7th Grade
Math
8th Grade
Algebra 1

3. Concepts we must teach in 8th math
TEKS...
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills...State Standards...what the State of Texas says students must know and be able to do in math.
8th Grade Math TEKS
Concepts we must teach in 8th math

4. In the past... 7th Math 8th Grade 8th Algebra 1 Math TEKS 9th Geometry
8th Grade TEKS for accelerated students were taught in 7th Grade Math, 8th Grade Algebra 1 and 9th Grade Geometry.
8th Grade
Math TEKS
7th Math
8th Algebra 1
9th Geometry

5. NOW... 8th Grade 8th Grade Algebra 1 Math TEKS
7th grade students must demonstrate equivalent knowledge on 8th Grade TEKS before taking 8th Grade Algebra 1.
8th Grade
Math TEKS
8th Grade Algebra 1

6. Why change? 8th Grade Algebra 1 GHS Recognition
This is a change mandated by the State of Texas.
Granbury ISD has been very pleased with our math program results, but the state has required us to change.
8th Grade Algebra 1
GHS Recognition
US News & World Report
State Distinctions in College Readiness

7. HOW...
7th grade students must demonstrate equivalent knowledge on 8th Grade TEKS through an 8th Math Google Classroom.

8. HOW...
In addition to the 8th Math Google Classroom, students will be able to meet with teachers face-to-face for assistance. +

9. face-to-face for assistance.
HOW...
face-to-face for assistance.
AMS
Before School Tutoring
After School Tutoring
GMS
Explore Elective Class
Before School Tutoring
After School Tutoring

10. TEKS... Weekly TEKS Lesson
Each week, a new 8th Grade Readiness TEKS (standard) will be released for students.
Weekly TEKS
Lesson

11. Lessons... Weekly TEKS Videos Practice Lesson Assessment
Each week, a new 8th Grade Readiness TEKS (standard) will be released for students.
Weekly TEKS
Lesson
Videos
Practice
Assessment

12. Lessons... Weekly TEKS 2 Weeks Lesson
Students have two weeks to complete the lesson and assessment and turn it in on Google Classroom.
Weekly TEKS
Lesson 2
Weeks

13. Lessons...
Students have until the end of the school year to complete the thirteen 8th grade math lessons. 13
Due by
May 31st

14. How will my child be graded on these assignments?
Grades...
How will my child be graded on these assignments?
There is no recorded grade that is reported in a gradebook.
Student scores in Google Classroom are to demonstrate knowledge of 8th grade math TEKS.

15. Grades...
How will I know if my child is demonstrating knowledge of 8th grade math TEKS?
Parents will receive guardian summaries through Google Classroom .

16. I changed my mind...
What if my child decides he/she doesn’t want to continue the 8th Math Google Course?
The 8th Math Google Course is voluntary.
The 8th Math Google Course has open enrollment. Any student may sign up for the course.
Students may exit the course at any time if they change their mind and do not wish to continue.
However, the 8th Math Google Course must be completed to accelerate to 8th Grade Algebra 1.

17. Completion of Course...
What will happen if my child doesn’t finish all thirteen 8th math assignments?
Students will have three make-up weeks to turn in assignments, as well as flex days at the end of the school year .

18. QUESTIONS?? Jimmy Dawson Pat Yelverton
Principal, Acton Middle School Principal, Granbury Middle School