Algebra 1 in high school

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Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

My DS took algebra 1 in public MS and then took the algebra 1 placement test for Catholic HS. He didn’t pass and neither did other students who got As in public MS. He said a lot of the material in his 9th grade algebra 1 class was new.

Algebra 1 is a class taught to state standards in public school. What material was new?

Taught to state standards. lol!

The nice thing about public schools is that all the testing people complain about demonstrates whether or not the kids have mastered the material. What does Catholic algebra cover that Maryland state standards omit?

Public schools spend a ton of time testing so I imagine that they didn’t finish the entire curriculum in MS.

Let me get this straight, you think that public schools spend so much time testing that they omit material that the tests cover?

No, of course they aren't thinking. They are just lashing out in bigotry.

Go visit your local math competition to see how deeply Catholic school students are learning math.

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Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

My DS took algebra 1 in public MS and then took the algebra 1 placement test for Catholic HS. He didn’t pass and neither did other students who got As in public MS. He said a lot of the material in his 9th grade algebra 1 class was new.

Algebra 1 is a class taught to state standards in public school. What material was new?

Taught to state standards. lol!

The nice thing about public schools is that all the testing people complain about demonstrates whether or not the kids have mastered the material. What does Catholic algebra cover that Maryland state standards omit?

Public schools spend a ton of time testing so I imagine that they didn’t finish the entire curriculum in MS.

Let me get this straight, you think that public schools spend so much time testing that they omit material that the tests cover?

Mine does.

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Anonymous wrote:If a student struggles in Algebra or takes it too early, they will struggle with the entire math sequence that follows. It’s literally a cornerstone course. those who think it’s remedial are not well versed in why it’s such an important course. No reason to push kids though. It’s always better to ensure they understand concepts before moving forward.

Those who think it is remedial realize that there are a large number of students who will take it in 7th or 8th and won't struggle in higher math classes. Those kids are your kid's competition for college

The kids who aren’t rushed through it and not be taught it with a diluted curicullum will score higher than yours on SAT, etc. Those kids are your kid’s competition for college.

There are 4000 colleges to choose from. If you choose to make it a competition, that’s on you.

Do you really think that there are 4,000 colleges worth attending? What do you think the a degree from a school in the 3,750 - 4,000 range is worth?

Pull your head out of your butt.

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Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

This is a rude and uncalled for comment. There is no need for you to pass judgement on this question.

DP here. It's the truth. Don't be offended. My kid took Algebra 1 in 6th grade in MCPS. I also have a kid with special needs who needed a resource class in middle and high school. There is no shame or guilt or any reason to be offended by the level your child is at. Algebra 1 in high school is now below the standard level. You need to meet your kid where they are and be realistic about it, that's all.

You need to be realistic about the fact that algebra 1 is not below standard level for 9th grade and that your child who took it in grade 6 would not be able to take algebra 1 that is taught in high school. Your child’s 6th grade algebra was watered down. That’s all.

Amusing. This kid is taking Honors Precalc in 9th grade without turning a hair. You don’t know what you’re talking about, sorry. I’m a scientist, I looked at what she does in math, the curriculum is solid. BTW, most kids take Geometry in 9th. Algebra 1 in 9th is statistically below average.

You have to examine why you’re so triggered, PP. It’s OK to be at whatever math level you are.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

My DS took algebra 1 in public MS and then took the algebra 1 placement test for Catholic HS. He didn’t pass and neither did other students who got As in public MS. He said a lot of the material in his 9th grade algebra 1 class was new.

Algebra 1 is a class taught to state standards in public school. What material was new?

Taught to state standards. lol!

The nice thing about public schools is that all the testing people complain about demonstrates whether or not the kids have mastered the material. What does Catholic algebra cover that Maryland state standards omit?

Public schools spend a ton of time testing so I imagine that they didn’t finish the entire curriculum in MS.

It’s a few days. Stop reaching for ways to justify private. Really, teachers float in and out and the curriculum is about the same in math. The difference in private is kids are older because of being held back a year and they start the math track several years behind.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

This is a rude and uncalled for comment. There is no need for you to pass judgement on this question.

DP here. It's the truth. Don't be offended. My kid took Algebra 1 in 6th grade in MCPS. I also have a kid with special needs who needed a resource class in middle and high school. There is no shame or guilt or any reason to be offended by the level your child is at. Algebra 1 in high school is now below the standard level. You need to meet your kid where they are and be realistic about it, that's all.

You need to be realistic about the fact that algebra 1 is not below standard level for 9th grade and that your child who took it in grade 6 would not be able to take algebra 1 that is taught in high school. Your child’s 6th grade algebra was watered down. That’s all.

Amusing. This kid is taking Honors Precalc in 9th grade without turning a hair. You don’t know what you’re talking about, sorry. I’m a scientist, I looked at what she does in math, the curriculum is solid. BTW, most kids take Geometry in 9th. Algebra 1 in 9th is statistically below average.

You have to examine why you’re so triggered, PP. It’s OK to be at whatever math level you are.

You’re a scientist as much as I’m the King of France.

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Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

My DS took algebra 1 in public MS and then took the algebra 1 placement test for Catholic HS. He didn’t pass and neither did other students who got As in public MS. He said a lot of the material in his 9th grade algebra 1 class was new.

Algebra 1 is a class taught to state standards in public school. What material was new?

Taught to state standards. lol!

The nice thing about public schools is that all the testing people complain about demonstrates whether or not the kids have mastered the material. What does Catholic algebra cover that Maryland state standards omit?

Public schools spend a ton of time testing so I imagine that they didn’t finish the entire curriculum in MS.

Let me get this straight, you think that public schools spend so much time testing that they omit material that the tests cover?

Mine does.

I'm guessing that you can't actually say what though

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

This is a rude and uncalled for comment. There is no need for you to pass judgement on this question.

DP here. It's the truth. Don't be offended. My kid took Algebra 1 in 6th grade in MCPS. I also have a kid with special needs who needed a resource class in middle and high school. There is no shame or guilt or any reason to be offended by the level your child is at. Algebra 1 in high school is now below the standard level. You need to meet your kid where they are and be realistic about it, that's all.

You need to be realistic about the fact that algebra 1 is not below standard level for 9th grade and that your child who took it in grade 6 would not be able to take algebra 1 that is taught in high school. Your child’s 6th grade algebra was watered down. That’s all.

Amusing. This kid is taking Honors Precalc in 9th grade without turning a hair. You don’t know what you’re talking about, sorry. I’m a scientist, I looked at what she does in math, the curriculum is solid. BTW, most kids take Geometry in 9th. Algebra 1 in 9th is statistically below average.

You have to examine why you’re so triggered, PP. It’s OK to be at whatever math level you are.

We can easily see through your lies. Try to sound more convincing next time.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

My DS took algebra 1 in public MS and then took the algebra 1 placement test for Catholic HS. He didn’t pass and neither did other students who got As in public MS. He said a lot of the material in his 9th grade algebra 1 class was new.

Algebra 1 is a class taught to state standards in public school. What material was new?

Taught to state standards. lol!

The nice thing about public schools is that all the testing people complain about demonstrates whether or not the kids have mastered the material. What does Catholic algebra cover that Maryland state standards omit?

Public schools spend a ton of time testing so I imagine that they didn’t finish the entire curriculum in MS.

Let me get this straight, you think that public schools spend so much time testing that they omit material that the tests cover?

Mine does.

I'm guessing that you can't actually say what though

Right back at you. I’m guessing that you can’t actually say what though.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

This is a rude and uncalled for comment. There is no need for you to pass judgement on this question.

DP here. It's the truth. Don't be offended. My kid took Algebra 1 in 6th grade in MCPS. I also have a kid with special needs who needed a resource class in middle and high school. There is no shame or guilt or any reason to be offended by the level your child is at. Algebra 1 in high school is now below the standard level. You need to meet your kid where they are and be realistic about it, that's all.

You need to be realistic about the fact that algebra 1 is not below standard level for 9th grade and that your child who took it in grade 6 would not be able to take algebra 1 that is taught in high school. Your child’s 6th grade algebra was watered down. That’s all.

Amusing. This kid is taking Honors Precalc in 9th grade without turning a hair. You don’t know what you’re talking about, sorry. I’m a scientist, I looked at what she does in math, the curriculum is solid. BTW, most kids take Geometry in 9th. Algebra 1 in 9th is statistically below average.

You have to examine why you’re so triggered, PP. It’s OK to be at whatever math level you are.

You’re a scientist as much as I’m the King of France.

🤣 💀

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:All MCPS schools offer Algebra I in high school. It is basically remedial math.

My DS took algebra 1 in public MS and then took the algebra 1 placement test for Catholic HS. He didn’t pass and neither did other students who got As in public MS. He said a lot of the material in his 9th grade algebra 1 class was new.

Algebra 1 is a class taught to state standards in public school. What material was new?

Taught to state standards. lol!

The nice thing about public schools is that all the testing people complain about demonstrates whether or not the kids have mastered the material. What does Catholic algebra cover that Maryland state standards omit?

Public schools spend a ton of time testing so I imagine that they didn’t finish the entire curriculum in MS.

Let me get this straight, you think that public schools spend so much time testing that they omit material that the tests cover?

Mine does.

I'm guessing that you can't actually say what though

That they aren’t spending time testing? You’re a fool if you think that’s not happening.
You’re also a fool if you think the kids aren’t getting the knowledge from outside of school because parents know that the curicullum isn’t covered well.

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The idea that anyone doing Algebra 1 in 9th is behind or remedial is toxic. Moving kids quickly through math is not helping with proficiency. They are just going through the motions and not developing true mastery and knowledge attainment.

We need to normalize more kids taking Algebra 1 in 9th grade, not fewer.

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Anonymous wrote:The idea that anyone doing Algebra 1 in 9th is behind or remedial is toxic. Moving kids quickly through math is not helping with proficiency. They are just going through the motions and not developing true mastery and knowledge attainment.

We need to normalize more kids taking Algebra 1 in 9th grade, not fewer.

I was told by a college employee that the students who take it in 9th perform better on the SAT.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:If a student struggles in Algebra or takes it too early, they will struggle with the entire math sequence that follows. It’s literally a cornerstone course. those who think it’s remedial are not well versed in why it’s such an important course. No reason to push kids though. It’s always better to ensure they understand concepts before moving forward.

Those who think it is remedial realize that there are a large number of students who will take it in 7th or 8th and won't struggle in higher math classes. Those kids are your kid's competition for college

The kids who aren’t rushed through it and not be taught it with a diluted curicullum will score higher than yours on SAT, etc. Those kids are your kid’s competition for college.

There are 4000 colleges to choose from. If you choose to make it a competition, that’s on you.

Do you really think that there are 4,000 colleges worth attending? What do you think the a degree from a school in the 3,750 - 4,000 range is worth?

Yes, I do think those schools are worth it. My spouse went to one and makes a good living.

Algebra is Algebra. Doing it early is not rushing through it. It's the same curriculum. You can tell yourself that the private is better but having the same kid do both, I can tell you the public school classes were far better. The quality of teachers were the difference. The private weren't impressive.

Privates have older kids, who are on a slower track. So, yes, it's easier for them. Easier is not always better for a smart kid.

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Anonymous wrote:The idea that anyone doing Algebra 1 in 9th is behind or remedial is toxic. Moving kids quickly through math is not helping with proficiency. They are just going through the motions and not developing true mastery and knowledge attainment.

We need to normalize more kids taking Algebra 1 in 9th grade, not fewer.

I was told by a college employee that the students who take it in 9th perform better on the SAT.

That's because the SAT only goes up to Algebra 2 or pre-cal so they remember it better. That doesn't mean we should slow down math, it means kids need refresher classes. Not everything is about SAT's.