Developmentally, student needs are best met through grade-level differentiation. Our district is extremely fortunate to provide an education focusing on the whole child. Because differentiation occurs best within our individual classrooms, we do not provide multiple mathematics courses at each grade level. However, at the end of 7th grade, there is a natural progression for students to enter either Conceptual Algebra or Algebra 1. Students naturally progress to Conceptual Algebra unless they can demonstrate a deep understanding of
Math 8 CCSS (Common Core State Standards) and Algebra readiness. Conceptual Algebra and Algebra allow students to take Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses in high school and build a strong foundation for future success.
Placement Process:
Elementary and Middle School math placement for students will be based on their knowledge of Common Core State Standards (CCSS) as well as other indicators listed below. Once data has been gathered, the child’s teacher and the Child StudyTeam will analyze the data to determine math placement.
High School math placement is determined by the Michigan School Code test-out criteria (attaining a grade of not less than C+ or 78% on the final exam) for each subject area.
Data used to determine Math Placement
Grades 1 - 7
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Evidence of mastery of CCSS
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FastBridge aMath Scores
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M-STEP Performance (as available)
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Additional success indicators
Grade 8
