Middle Level Course Descriptions

Math 6

This first secondary mathematics course introduces students to the core mathematics strands: computation, measurement, geometry, algebra, data analysis, and probability. One of the major themes of this course is problem solving with decimals and fractions.

Math 6D

The first secondary mathematics course introduces students to the core mathematics strands: computation, measurements, geometry, algebra, data analysis, and probability. The differentiated course covers additional topics in greater depth that Math 6.

Math 7

In this second course students continue their study of the core mathematics strands. The major emphasis of this course is on proportional reasoning, integers, and geometry.

Pre-Algebra 7 (Gateways)

Gateways is an accelerated and differentiated course. It combines traditional seventh and either grade mathematics in one year. The purpose is to prepare students for success in algebra and geometry.

Math 8

This is the traditional middle level capstone course. Students continue their study of the core mathematics topics, but now the focus is on preparation for algebra and geometry.

Algebra and Algebra D

Algebra is the first course in the traditional college preparatory sequence. Course topics include equation solving, linear sentences, linear inequalities, lines, slope, graphing, exponents and powers, polynomials, systems of equations, quadratic equations, functions, and statistics. This course is available in middle school in both a regular and differentiated version.