Middle School Math Pathways and Options for Middle School Math
Explore different pathways and options for middle school math, including sequencing with standard pacing or compacted pacing. Discover the Washington State Standards, math practices, and content, along with pathways like Pathway A and Pathway B leading to high school math courses and beyond.
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Fifth Grade Parent Night February 13, 2023 Options for Middle School Math Heather Weider
Washington State Standards Math Practices Math Content 1. Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 2. Reason abstractly and quantitatively. 3. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. 4. Model with mathematics. 5. Use appropriate tools strategically. 6. Attend to precision. 7. Look for and make use of structure. 8. Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning. 6th 7th 8th Ratios and Proportional Relationships Functions Expression and Equations The Number System Statistics and Probability Geometry Focus Coherence Rigor
Middle School Math Pathways- Two new Options SEQUENCE WITH STANDARD PACING Our sequence of middle and high school courses begins with Middle School (MS) Math 1 and progresses through Algebra 2*. After Algebra 2, students choose courses for math studies based on their personal college and career interests. MS Math 1 MS Math 2 MS Math 3 Algebra Geometry Algebra 2* Choice SEQUENCE WITH COMPACTED MIDDLE SCHOOL PACING Middle School compacted courses allow students to complete the three years of MS Math 1 to MS Math 3 in two years. With MS Math 1/2 covering key content from MS Math 1 and the first half of MS Math 2, and MS Math 2/3 covering the remaining key content from MS Math 2 and MS Math 3. MS Math 1/2 MS Math 2/3 Algebra Geometry Algebra 2 Choice
Middle School Math Pathways Pathway C *See Learning Recommendations Pathway A Pathway B 6th grade: Math 1 6th grade: Math 1/2 6th grade: CC7/8 7th grade: Math 2 7th grade: Math 2/3 7th grade: CC8/Algebra I 8th grade: Math 3 8th grade: Algebra 8th grade: Geometry
Math Pathway A Math Pathway A PACING MATCHES THE WASHINGTON STATE STANDARDS Common High School Path In 6th Grade register for... Middle School 6th grade: MS Math 1 9th grade: Algebra 10th grade: Geometry 11th grade: Algebra 2 12th grade: Choice 7th grade: MS Math 2 MS Math 1 8th grade: MS Math 3
Math Pathway B Math Pathway B COMPACTS MS MATH 1 THROUGH MS MATH 3 INTO TWO YEARS Common High School Path In 6th Grade register for... Middle School 6th grade: MS Math 9th grade: Geometry 10th grade: Algebra 2 11th grade: Pre-Calculus* 12th grade: Calculus* * The calculus series is the most common pathways choice on this path. See Choice Courses in High School below for more options. 7th grade: MS Math 2/3 MS Math 1/2 8th grade: Algebra
Math Pathway C *Skipping Content Standards Math Pathway C SKIPS 6TH GRADE MATH Common High School Path* In 6th Grade register for... Middle School * The calculus series is the most common pathways choice on this path. See Choice Courses in High School below for more options. CC 7/8 *Students should already be proficient in all 6th grade standards. All Operations with Fractions Solving Proportions Understand & Apply Negative Numbers Writing and Solving 1 and 2 Step equations 6th grade: CC 7/8 9th grade: Algebra 2 10th grade: Pre-Calculus* 11th grade: Calculus AB* 12th grade: Calculus BC* 7th grade: CC8/Algebra 8th grade: Geometry
Learning Recommendations Math Pathway C CC7/8 Math Readiness Criteria (skipping content) Students choosing advanced/accelerated courses should: Reflect student's interest and aspirations in that course of study have excellent study habits and organizational skills. have strong communication and reading skills for engaging with rigorous material. demonstrate motivation, maturity, perseverance and stamina for learning challenging material. 2022 SBA Math score: Level 4 Common Core 6 Mastery Assessment: 80% or higher be active participants in all aspects of the classroom, including discussions, group or individual projects, and labs. consider the increased time commitment to studies outside of the school day. Please consider all responsibilities, including sports, music and club affiliations. Report Card Grades in Math: 4 consider the possibility that grades could be lower than if students took the typical course sequence(s). consider the possibility that by skipping courses in math and science your student may have some gaps in content knowledge. iReady math score above 4.00 and working at a 7th grade level
Math Pathway D *Placement Test Required Math Pathway D PLACEMENT TEST REQUIRED Common High School Path* In 6th Grade register for... Middle School * The calculus series is the most common pathways choice on this path. Students attending Skyline with interest in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program would create a "gap year" in math their freshman year if they choose this pathway. 6th grade: CC8/Algebra 9th grade: Pre-Calculus 10th grade: Calculus AB 11th grade: Calculus BC 12th grade: Choice 7th grade: Geometry CC 8 / Algebra 8th grade: Algebra 2
What if you want to change pathways or need support? Your math teacher and school counselor are available to advise on adjusting your math pathway, here are some of the options they might explore with you. How can I advance my pathway, if I want to take on more challenge? How can I adjust or get support with my pathway if I need help?
Questions? For more detailed information please visit the ISD website: https://www.isd411.org/academics/middle-school-curriculum- pathways/mathematics
