Algebra I 8 th grade

Students develop a solid foundation in basic algebra skills, including expressions, equations, polynomials, linear equations, radicals, and quadratic equations. Students who complete this course successfully are prepared to advance to Geometry.

Special purchases

Required: TI-84 plus calculator

Recommended: TI-84 plus CE calculator

Homework estimate (per night)

20-25 minutes each night. Additional review assignments are scheduled prior to tests and quizzes.

Major concepts covered

Advanced algebra skills, solving equations, solving inequalities, evaluating expressions in multiple variables, linear equations, radicals, polynomials, and quadratic equations

Insider information for students

Do all homework, be diligent in taking notes, working problems, and asking questions. Students who work hard, follow directions, and maintain good focus tend to succeed.

Insider information for parents

Check your student’s grades in PowerSchool regularly. Teacher communicates often with parents on valuable information and progress. Most current information on the course can be found in Schoology.

Curriculum Used

Algebra I, 3rd edition, BJU Press