CLASSES FOR CURRENT 4TH-8TH GRADE HELD at BCHS

Math Grade 6 ...........................................................................

• Course Number: 1246

• Current 5th and 6th Grade Students enrolled in Math 7 for 2023-2024 school year.

• Current 6th grade students looking to review concepts from math 6

Grade 5

In this course, students will investigate key 6th grade math concepts that will serve as a foundation for Math 7. These concepts include: Whole number operations; Fraction operations; Decimal operations; Algebra expressions; Ratios & rates; Equations & inequalities; Coordinate plane. Recommended independent learning: Area, Volume, Surface Area, and Statistics.

Math Grade 7 ...........................................................................

• Course Number: 1247

• Current 5th and 6th Grade Students enrolled in Pre-Algebra for 2023-2024 school year

• Prerequisite: 5th grade students MUST have a recommendation to move from Math 6 to Pre-Algebra next year*

• Current 7th grade students who wish to review concepts from Math 7

Grade 7

In this course, students will investigate key 7th grade math concepts that will serve as a foundation for Pre-Algebra. concepts include: Rational numbers; Solving simple equations; Inequalities; and Proportions. Recommended independent learning: Percents, Geometry, Probability & Statistics.

*If you register your 5th grade student for this class and your student has not been recommended, the registration will be invalid.

Pre-Algebra ...........................................................................

• Course Number: 1255

• Current 6th and 7th grade students enrolled in Algebra for 2023-2024 school year

• Prerequisite: 6th grade students MUST have a recommendation to take this course

Grade 6-7

In this course, students will investigate key Pre-Algebra concepts that will serve as a foundation for Algebra. Preparation will focus on the following learning targets: solving algebraic problems and graphing linear equations using rational numbers; Understanding ratios, proportions, percents; Applying and demonstrating an understanding of the distributive property; Solving a multi-step equation with real numbers; Writing and solving equations from story problems; Graphing functions – slope, triangle; Variation, rate of change, x&y intercept; Multiplication & division properties of exponents. Students who enroll in this course should feel comfortable with rigor and an accelerated pace. Recommended independent learning: Solving systems of equations; Solving linear inequalities by graphing, substitution and elimination, Reasoning and Explaining.

*If you register your 6th grade student for this class and your student has not been recommended, the registration will be invalid.

NEW Exploring Abstract Algebraic Reasoning

• Course Number: 1256

Grade 6-8

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• Prerequisite: This course was developed for students who have completed Pre-Algebra ONLY

This course will develop a deeper understanding of function relationships, nonlinear functions (piecewise, absolute value, step functions, exponential and quadratic), interpretation of these function relationships within a context and reasoning through real world application. We will also explore transformations of shapes and linear functions, analyze their location on a coordinate grid

Comment end and interpret the meaning in context.

*If you register your 6th grade student for this class and your student has not been recommended, the registration will be invalid.

Algebra and Beyond Grade 6-8

• Course Number: 1257

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• Prerequisite: This course was developed for students who have completed Algebra I ONLY

Grades 6-8

This course will extend Algebra concepts as well as explore advanced math topics such as Geometry and Probability & Statistics to prepare for future math courses.

CLASSES FOR CURRENT 4TH-8TH GRADE HELD at BCHS

NEW Adventures in Statistics ..........................................................

• Course Number: 1258

Grade 6-8

Come take an adventure and investigate how probability and stats are everywhere. Work on measurements, graphing, computation and data analysis as you gain an appreciation and understanding of statistics.

Mock Trial ...........................................................................

• Course Number: 5058

Grades 6-8

The verdict is in! The defendant is…… In this class students will learn about courtroom trials, legal terms (arrests, defense, guilt, Miranda warning), and our U.S. legal system. Students will read the background of certain legal cases and divide into prosecution and defense teams. The students will act out the trials of accused persons and prosecute or defend the accused. In addition, we will look at the U.S. Constitution and discuss certain amendments. The course requires high-level thinking and problem solving.

Outdoor Survival ......................................................................

• Course Number: 5062

Grades 4-6

Students will spend most of the class period outdoors exploring what nature has to offer. They will enjoy studying about different plant life, animals and animal habitats, maps, camping skills and so much more!

Reader’s Workshop Gr. 4-5 ..............................................................

• Course Number: 1314

Grades 4-5

This workshop will provide an opportunity for students to read, write, think and talk about books. Instruction will be provided in a workshop format including whole group, small group and individually in order to target individual student needs and interests.

Reader’s Workshop Gr. 6-8 ..............................................................

• Course Number: 1315

Grades 6-8

The focus of this course is to develop students as readers by having them engage with a variety of literary genres. Specific instruction will focus on basic comprehension skills, analysis of text, textual inferences, and literary responses. Instruction will be provided in a workshop format including whole group, small group and individually in order to target individual student needs and interests.

Robotic Exploration.

• Course Number: 1271

Grades 6-8

Students will look at the various aspects of robotic construction and design. Working in small groups, students will design, build and program different robotic machines to solve a variety of problems. Robots will be judged in a series of friendly competitions with classmates.

Introduction to Coding Robotics.

• Course Number: 1272

Grades

In this course, students will learn some basic coding skills to code simple robots do a variety of tasks. Each week, the students will get to use a new robot such as Ozobots, Spheros, or Dash & Dot, and Lego robots grow their problem solving, creativity, and coding skills.

Running Through Summer. . . . . . . . .

• Course Number: 1265

Grades

This course will teach you everything you want to know about running and more. We will do short distance running to longer distance running. Our goal will be to run a 5K together. Along with running you will learn all about the life long skills that becoming a runner creates. Each day there will be a lesson about character.