Honors classes are offered in Math and English Language Arts in grades 7 & 8.
Before signing up for an Honors class, please ask yourself these questions:
Honors Math Information:
7th Grade Honors Math
In addition to the core standards, 7th grade Honors Math topics include:
8th Grade Honors Math
In addition to the core standards, 8th grade Honors Math topics include:
Before signing up for an Honors class, please ask yourself these questions:
- Am I at mastery level in the subject? (3 or higher on RISE)
- Do I consistently perform well in this class? (grades above a C)
- Do I turn assignments in on time?
- Do I stay focused and on-task during class time?
- For Honors ELA, am I reading at or above grade level? (Proficient or Advanced on Reading Inventory)
Honors Math Information:
7th Grade Honors Math
In addition to the core standards, 7th grade Honors Math topics include:
- Research and analyze ancient number systems.
- Understand number systems and their applications using different bases.
- Examine the use of mathematics in creating codes.
- Recognize and appreciate patterns in nature, art, and mathematics.
8th Grade Honors Math
In addition to the core standards, 8th grade Honors Math topics include:
- Understand the concepts and applications of fairness and apportionment.
- Examine different methods of voting.
- Understand sets and use set notation to communicate mathematical ideas.
- Use graphing techniques to model situations that extend beyond the coordinate plane.