8th Grade

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MIDDLE SCHOOL Division

The middle school curriculum reinforces basic subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies while fostering practical skills and creativity through technology, physical education, and arts classes. Students develop logical thinking and problem-solving abilities through fundamental concepts and exercises. They acquire broad knowledge and enhance their understanding of society and culture.

Literature

Write clear, coherent, well structured essays following the 6+1 writing traits
Read and understand the difference between fiction and non-fiction writings
Give oral presentations that adhere to the guidelines

Pre-Algebra

Understand numbers, ways of representing numbers, relationships among numbers, and number systems
Understand patterns, relations, and functions; represent and analyze mathematical situations and structures using algebraic symbols
Analyze characteristics and properties of two- and three-dimensional geometric shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships
apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations; use, spatial visualization reasoning, and geometric modeling to solve problems
Understand measurable attributes of objects and the units, systems, and processes of measurement
Formulate questions that can be addressed with data and collect, organize, and display relevant data to answer them
Recognize reasoning and proof as fundamental aspects of mathematics; make and investigate mathematical conjectures; develop and evaluate mathematical arguments and proofs; select and use various types of reasoning and methods of proof
Organize and consolidate their mathematical thinking through communication; communicate their mathematical thinking coherently and clearly to peers, teachers, and others
Recognize and use connections among mathematical ideas; understand how mathematical ideas interconnect and build on one another to produce a coherent whole
Create and use representations to organize, record, and communicate mathematical ideas; select, apply, and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems

Algebra

Understand and solve linear, quadratic, and exponential functions and their related transformations, equations, and associated solutions
Connect functions and their associated solutions in both mathematical and real-world situations
Use technology to collect and explore data and analyze statistical relationships
Understand and solve polynomials of degree one and two, radical expressions, sequences, and laws of exponents
Generate and solve linear systems with two equations and two variables and will create new functions through transformations

Physical Science

Describe the properties, states, and characteristics of matter
Understand about forces, motion, and energy and know how to calculate the measurements
Understand and describe the properties of waves, sound and light
Understand atomic theory, and be able to interpret the periodic table of elements
Understand and describe the interactions of matter within chemistry
Understand the relationship between matter and energy

World History

Interpret and reconstruct chronological relationships
Analyze cause and effect relationships, including multiple causalities
Understand, recognize, and interpret change and continuity over time
Understand relationships among events, issues, and developments in different spheres of human activity (i.e. economic, social, political, cultural)

Physical Education

Competence in the performance of a range of activities and the ability to analyze these in the context of technical, physiological, and biomechanical implications for the performer
The ability to invent, compose, and choreograph physical activity in structured, imaginative ways
The ability to make decisions relating to physical activity while appreciating consequences in both tactical and moral contexts
An understanding of the principles, rules, and purpose of different categories of activity, and the criteria for mastery of each
An understanding of the psychological, sociological, aesthetic and biological knowledge relevant to physical education
An appreciation of the value of participation in selected physical activities as a lifelong endeavor
An understanding of the principles of fairness and tolerance in interaction with others
The desire and the capacity to acquire a positive sense of self

American History

Understand and interpret events, issues, and developments within and across eras of U.S. history
Interpret and reconstruct chronological relationships
Understand relationships among events, issues, and developments in different spheres of human activity (i.e. economic, social, political, cultural)
Analyze cause and effect relationships, including multiple causalities
Distinguish between primary and secondary sources
Identify and analyze an issue and than select a course of action to resolve the issue

Computer

Discuss the terminology of computers
Access the Windows XP control panel
Start an application and use Windows Explorer and My Computer to manage files and folders
Update Windows XP with the latest security and software patches
Clean and remove viruses from the computer
Change the language settings of the computer
Create and edit a document using Microsoft Publisher
Use the Internet ethically and with integrity
Evaluate websites for education purposes
Change internet options using the control panel
Make web pages using HTML
Make applications using Scratch

Art

List and explain the elements of art and principles of design
Demonstrate proficiency in using a variety of materials independently
Demonstrate problem-solving approaches in creating their own art works
Demonstrates knowledge and care for materials, tools and classroom etiquette
Show adequate sketching and painting techniques