Curriculum: Math

As they achieve content-focused goals, middle school math students will also develop essential habits of mind as well as problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Sixth Grade

The sixth grade mathematics program builds a strong foundation in the three-year middle school sequence. Units of study include fractions, decimals, percents, probability, data and distribution, variables and patterns, geometry, and positive and negative integers. Students will develop a sense of numbers and number relationships, more mastery of order of operations, and fluency with the collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.

Seventh Grade

Students will develop a foundation in the core concepts of algebra. They will be introduced to the concept of change through exploring slope and graphing linear equations and inequalities on the coordinate plane. Students will extend their understanding of geometry to include 3D figures. Equation solving, problem solving, and precision in the use of mathematical terminology and concepts are emphasized.

Eighth Grade

Students will complete an in-depth study of algebra, building on the work started in seventh grade and preparing for further study of higher-level algebra and geometry concepts. Their study includes number systems, variables, linear equations, functions, graphing, systems of equations, coordinate geometry, and quadratics.  Special consideration is given to problem solving and applications to real world problems.