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June 20-July 28
GRADES 5-9
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
These classes will be taught at Cupertino Middle School and Hyde Middle School.
MATH PREPARATION: GRADE 7*
Entering Grade 7 – Students in this course will extend their knowledge of ratios and apply proportionality concepts in solving single- and multi-step problems, expressions and equations. Students will learn problem- solving strategies as they deepen their understanding of two- and three-dimensional figures, while making connections to scale drawings.
MATH PREPARATION: GRADE 8*
Entering Grade 8 – Students will extend their knowledge of expressions and equations, including modeling an association in bivariate data with a linear equation,
and solving both linear equations and systems of linear equations. Students will also learn about functions and using functions to describe quantitative relationships.
In addition, the class will explore problem-solving strategies as students deepen their understanding of two- and three-dimensional space and figures, while using distance, angle, similarity and congruence. The course also covers understanding and applying the Pythagorean Theorem.
INTRODUCTION TO HIGH SCHOOL ALGEBRA 1* Entering Grades 7-9 (Recommended prerequisite: Students should be enrolled in Algebra 1 for the 2023-24 school year) – This class will introduce students to major themes and concepts in first-year algebra. Students
will engage in hands-on applications and problem- solving exercises designed to promote conceptual understanding and enhance logical thinking skills. Topics covered will include properties in algebra, polynomials, solving and applying equations, factoring, the quadratic formula, solving and graphing linear and variable equations, radical expressions and other subjects as time permits.
*Meets Common Core standards
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