Eighth Grade Mathematics
Eighth grade completes a comprehensive Algebra I curriculum using Core Connections Algebra, a College Preparatory Math text. The approach of this curriculum is for students to make connections, discover relationships, figure out what strategies can be used to solve problems, and explain their thinking. Throughout mathematics at GMS students are asked to think in order to problem solve, not just memorize algorithms. This curriculum guides the students toward understanding the reasons behind the math. Students do a combination of independent practice and group investigations.
Units of Study
Unit 1: Functions
Unit 2: Linear Relationships
Unit 3: Simplifying and Solving
Unit 4: Systems of Equations
Unit 5: Sequences
Unit 6: Modeling Two Variable Data
Unit 7: Exponential Functions
Unit 8: Quadratic Functions
Unit 9: Solving Complex Equations
Unit 10: Functions and Data