Michael Deitzer
Grade 8 / Mathematics
Welcome to Grades 6 - 8 Mathematics Program!
The program uses a progressive-style approach to teach mathematics. We use an interactive online curriculum called Illustrative Mathematics from Kendall Hunt (https://im.kendallhunt.com/MS/index.html). Students use their knowledge to discover and learn new topics.
Students can accelerate to complete Algebra 1 Regents in 8th grade. These students will complete both 7th and 8th grade topics in Illustrative Math in their 7th grade. During 8th grade, we complete eMATHinstruction Algebra 1 Common Core (https://www.emathinstruction.com/courses/common-core-algebra-i/) curriculum. At the end of the year, they will take the Algebra 1 Regents exam. This will give students an advantage in high school, as they can enter into Geometry in their Freshman year.
For additional practice, we use an online program called DeltaMath (https://www.deltamath.com/). The goal is for students to earn 5 points in assigned topics. Students will have as many problems as needed to get to the 5 points. The purpose is to practice, practice, and practice!
Google Classroom Links (students must be in their Nativity email to get into the Google Classrooms):
Algebra 1: https://classroom.google.com/c/NTAwOTQ0NTExMTMw
Math 8: https://classroom.google.com/c/NTAwOTQ0NjAzNjE5
Math 7 Advanced: https://classroom.google.com/c/NTAwOTQ0NDI2MDQ5
Math 7: https://classroom.google.com/c/NTAwOTQ1MDI3OTIy
Math 6: https://classroom.google.com/c/NTAwOTQ0MjIyOTMy
2023-2024 Grade 6-8 Math Supply List
Class Supply List for Math, grades 6, 7, 7A
- 3-Ring Binder (3 - 5 inches, larger preferred)
- Pens and Pencils
- Calculator: scientific or graphing calculator (Ti-83+) **
- 2 Reams of paper for the printer (all class notes will be printed, no textbook)
- 1 box of tissues
- Loose-Leaf and/or graphing paper: available to use at home, not needed for daily class
- Access to the internet
- A “Can-Do-It” Mindset
Class Supply List for Math, grade 8
- 3-Ring Binder (3 - 5 inches, larger preferred)
- Pens and Pencils
- Calculator: scientific or graphing calculator (Ti-83+) **
- 4 Reams of paper for the printer (all class notes will be printed, no textbook)
- 1 box of tissues
- Loose-Leaf and/or graphing paper: available to use at home, not needed for daily class
- Access to the internet
- A “Can-Do-It” Mindset
Class Supply List for Math, Algebra
- 3-Ring Binder (3 - 5 inches, larger preferred)
- Pens and Pencils
- Calculator: graphing calculator (Ti-83+) or other Regents approved graphing calculators **
- 4 Reams of paper for the printer (all class notes will be printed, no textbook)
- 1 box of tissues
- Loose-Leaf and/or graphing paper: available to use at home, not needed for daily class
- Access to the internet
- A “Can-Do-It” Mindset
** Note: Students will only need one of the calculators listed above. However, learning how to operate a graphing calculator will help students with future regents and SAT tests. Other calculators are acceptable, but refer to the approved calculator list for the SAT (https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/taking-the-tests/test-day-checklist/approved-calculators). Students taking Algebra 1 should have a graphing calculator.