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Mathematics Department

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Department Chair:
Anthony Rosario 618-4380 ext. 3628
Contact Info:
Mrs. Alberti 618-4380 ext. 3631
Mr. Chang 618-4380 ext. 3630
Mr. Mandel 618-4380 ext. 3623
Mr. Myers 618-4380 ext. 3625
Ms. Quach 618-4380 ext. 3629
Mr. Wong 618-4380 ext. 3617
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Welcome to Bancroft Broncos Mathematics! We have provided you with contact information for all of our teachers, a list of course offerings and brief description of each course.

The goal of the mathematics department is to have all our students successfully complete Algebra 1 by the end of 8th grade. To this end, we offer Algebra 1 to our 7th and 8th grade students. All of our entering 6th grade students are enrolled in one of two pre-algebra classes: Math 6 or Math 7. Students who successfully complete either class are eligible for Algebra 1 as a 7th grade student. Following school district policy, we determine Algebra 1 readiness by carefully examining a students complete record of achievement. Students qualify for Geometry after successful completion of Algebra 1. A 6th grader who is not ready for Algebra 1 will be enrolled in Math 7. Following this second year of pre-algebra, students are enrolled in Algebra 1 as 8th graders.

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Courses

Section Name Period Grade Teacher(s)
Math 6 Pre-Algebra 1 1 - 6 6 Mrs. Alberti, Mr. Mandel
Math 7 Pre-Algebra 2 1 - 6 7 Mr. Myers, Mr. Rosario, Mr. Wong
Math 8 Pre-Algebra 2, 3 8 Mr. Chang, Ms. Quach
Algebra Algebra 1 1 - 6 7, 8 Mr. Chang, Ms. Quach, Mr. Wong
Geometry Geometry 4, 6 8 Mr. Myers

Course Descriptions

Math 6 / Pre-Algebra 1

 

6th Grade Math covers the basic prerequisites for getting students ready for algebra. Topics covered are:
1. Algebraic Reasoning
2. Integers
3. Number Theory & Fractions
4. Operations with Rational Numbers
5. Proportional Relationships
6. Percents
7. Collecting, Displaying & Analyzing Data
8. Probability
9. Geometric Figures
10. Measurement & Geometry
11. Preview of Grade 7: Multi-step Equations & Inequalities

Course Goals

* Master the 6th Grade California State Content Standards
* Prepare students for Pre-Algebra 2 or Algebra 1
* Prepare students for exams such as the CSTs (California Standards Test) and the CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam)
  Level: 6th Grade   Prerequisites: None
  Teachers(s): Mrs. Alberti, Mr. Mandel
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Math 7 / Pre-Algebra 2

 

7th Grade Math is an extension of Math 6. Students will deepen their knowledge of the Algebra prerequisites. Topics covered:
1. Principles of Algebra
2. Rational Numbers
3. Multi-Step Equations and Inequalities
4. Exponents and Roots
5. Ratios, Proportions, and Similarity
6. Percents
7. Graphs and Functions
8. Foundations of Geometry
9. Two-Dimensional Geometry
10. Three-Dimensional Geometry
11. Data, Statistics, and Probability
12. Polynomials

Course Goals

* Master the 7th Grade California State Content Standards
* Prepare students for Algebra 1
* Prepare students for exams such as the CSTs (California Standards Test) and the CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam)
  Level: 7th Grade   Prerequisites: None
  Teachers(s): Mr. Myers, Mr. Rosario, Mr. Wong
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Math 8 / Pre-Algebra

  Course description coming soon...
  Level: 8th Grade   Prerequisites: None
  Teachers(s): Mr. Chang, Ms. Quach
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Algebra I

  Course description coming soon...
  Level: 7th / 8th Grade   Prerequisites: Math 6 or Math 7
  Teachers(s): Mr. Chang, Ms. Quach, Mr. Wong
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Geometry
  A high school level class that covers the essentials of Euclidean Geometry. Students will learn about lines, angles, polygons, circles, three dimensional figures, trigonometric ratios, and two column proofs. Students who pass the class will move on to Advanced Algebra in high school.
  Level: 8th Grade   Prerequisites: Algebra I
  Teachers(s): Mr. Myers
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