8th Grade Advanced Cohort

General Information

The Advanced Cohort begins in 6th grade and continues throughout 8th grade culminating in students earning two high school credits before leaving middle school.

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Students are chosen for this program based on multiple criteria including Math and Science GMAS Proficiency Level scores of 3 or 4, gifted eligibility, teacher recommendation, and GPA. Students must also meet the minimum program requirements in order to maintain good standing in the Advanced STEM Cohort.

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Advanced Cohort students cover curriculum faster and deeper; learn through active engagement and problem-based activities; utilize varied technology among the classes; participate in STEM competitions, clubs, and organizations; and learn time-management and collaboration skills.

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Requirements:  maintain an 85 or above in all classes; GMAS Proficiency Level scores of 3 or 4 in math or science; and teacher recommendation for continuation.

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8th Grade Focus:

• Pre-AP Algebra I*

• 9th grade Pre-AP Physical Science*

• Advanced English Language Arts
   

*High School Credit Courses

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8th Grade Interest-Based Cohort

General Information

Students wishing to enter the Interest-Based Cohort will complete surveys in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. These surveys will determine placement in the Interest-Based Cohort. If more students apply than the maximum cohort size, then students will be chosen by a lottery.

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Interest-Based Cohort students learn through active engagement and problem-based activities; utilize varied technology among the classes; participate in STEM competitions, clubs, and organizations; and learn time-management and collaboration skills.

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8th Grade Focus - The 8th grade Interest-Based Cohort focuses on energy transformations and will complete a student-choice science fair project.

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