3051 Ira E. Woods Avenue Grapevine, Texas 76051 817/488-9588 |
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Mathematics
Coordinator
Julie Spencer
817/251-5523
| ELEMENTARY
MATHEMATICS PROGRAM Kindergarten-Grade Five |
GCISD has a balanced numeracy program which integrates number sense, computation, problem solving, and algebraic thinking. Daily classroom activities include rigorous learning experiences that involve student inquiry, that are based on mathematics needed in and out of school, and that support mathematical confidence and communication. Topics and concepts are delineated by grade level according to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.
MIDDLE
SCHOOL MATHEMATICS PROGRAM
Grades Six - Eight
GCISD offers both a traditional sequence of mathematics study and a compacted program for students wishing to take Advanced Placement mathematics courses in high school. Instructional emphasis is placed on developing both problem-solving and computational skills, as well as spatial sense and geometric understanding. The curriculum fosters algebraic thinking throughout the grade levels. Topics and concepts are delineated by grade level according to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.
Course
offerings:
° Mathematics - Grade 6 (emphasis on numerical representations)
° PreAP Mathematics - Grade 6 (compacts 6th and most of 7th grade
TEKS)
° Mathematics - Grade 7 (emphasis on proportionality)
° PreAP PreAlgebra - Grade 7 (compacts remaining 7th and most of 8th
grade TEKS)
° PreAlgebra - Grade 8 (emphasis on rational number operations, algebraic
thinking)
° PreAP Algebra I - Grade 8 (compacts remaining 8th and all Algebra
I TEKS)
HIGH
SCHOOL MATHEMATICS PROGRAM
Grades Nine - Twelve
To prepare students for a wide range of career opportunities, GCISD offers a rigorous four-year program in mathematics. The course of study includes TEKS based and PreAP Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Precalculus. For students who have accelerated their mathematics program, Advanced Placement Calculus and Statistics are offered, as well as an Advanced Topics course for students who plan to take Calculus in college. Mathematical Modeling with Applications is offered for junior students needing more foundational mathematics instruction after Geometry. Elective courses for students wanting additional support include Math Improvement classes at the sophomore and senior level that reinforce the algebraic and geometric concepts of which students must exhibit mastery on the state exit test.