Mathematics in
the Middle School
Spotsylvania County Schools
Instruction
STUDENT PLACEMENT GUIDE
7th grade
6th grade
*SOL Stand
Alone Tests
all grades
Average
Rigor
8th grade
Algebra Topics
Math 7
Math 6
(everyday)
Middle School
Math I
Middle School
Math II
Above
Average
Rigor
Algebra 1
Middle School
Math II
*HS Credit
Algebra 1
Most
Rigorous
*HS Credit
Geometry
*HS Credit
Middle School Mathematics
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Math 6 everyday
More time for activities
More time to develop concepts
Fill in knowledge gaps ~ stress understanding
Allows more flexibility
Students will be required to meet specific
criteria for placement
With Algebra Topics 8, students can still achieve
advanced diploma status in high school
High School Sequence ~
with Algebra Topics 8
Spotsylvania County Schools
Recommended Course of Study in Mathematics
Average Rigor
It is recommended that all students pursue the study of mathematics at the most rigorous level possible.
When appropriate students may change paths by attending summer school or by taking two classes at the same time.
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Math 6
MS II
Algebra I
Geometry
*6th
*7th grade
SOL test
Administered
*EOC test
*EOC Test
grade
SOL Test
Math
taught
everyday
Grade 10
Advanced
Algebra II
Mathematical
Analysis
*EOC Test
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AP Statistics
Algebra II
Math 7
*7th grade
SOL test
Algebra
Topics 8
*8th grade
SOL test
Algebra I
*EOC Test
Grade 11
*EOC Test
Geometry
*EOC Test
Applied
Mathematics
Algebra II
*EOC Test
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+Computer
Math
Grade 12
AP Calculus
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AP Statistics
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Applied
Mathematics:
Modeling and
Functions
DE PreCalculus
Accelerated Path
Middle School Math I
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6th grade curriculum standards and
part of the 7th grade standards
Middle School Math II
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the rest of the 7th grade curriculum
standards and most of the 8th grade
standards
Advanced
Placement Considerations
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the desire to accelerate in
a rigorous sequence of
mathematics;
a consistent A or B math
average;
the ability to grasp math
concepts at an accelerated
pace;
the independent work
habits to support the rigor
of an accelerated course;
a high interest in problem
solving;
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a strong sense of number;
a keen sense of knowing
when and how to apply
mathematical concepts;
a desire to think and reason
critically;
the ability to handle
frustration;
the willingness to accept a
challenge.
a student who excels in all
categories would be highly
recommended to take an
advanced sequence
Registration Form/Process
Registration Form/Process
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Sample Math 6 SOL test question – Computation
Sample Math 7 SOL test question – Computation
Sample Math 6 SOL test question - Measurement
Sample Math 7 SOL test question - Measurement
Sample Math 6 SOL test question - Probability
Sample Math 7 SOL test question - Probability
Sample Math 6 SOL test question –
Patterns,Functions,&Algebra
Sample Math 7 SOL test question –
Patterns,Functions,&Algebra