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MARK TWAIN / BAY ACADEMY PREP COURSE

Mark Twain/Bay Academy Prep for Computer-Math & Science and Creative Writing Admission Exams
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CLASS Math Enrichment
GRADE 7
TEACHER n/a
TIME 9:00 - 10:30
LOCATION   
ROOM Lampman
TEXTBOOKS Spring 14

Attention Parents!

This class meets biweekly

New Elementary Mathematics Syllabus D, Book 1

The class offers complete topic coverage as well as systematic SHSAT preparation. The main goal of the course is to make sure that students have academic knowledge of Algebra and Geometry and the skills needed to succeed on the exam. Along with learning basic concepts and test-taking strategies, students do a lot of challenging problems and participate in the International Mathematical Olympiads (MOEMS).
STUDENTS
Subject Math
PROGRAM Main Topics Studied in Math 7:
• Algebraic Expressions and Equations
• Rate, Ratio and Percentage
• Negative Numbers
• Square and Cube Roots
• Rational and Irrational Numbers
• Financial Transactions (Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Hire Purchase, Taxation and Money Exchange)
• Line and Rotational Symmetry. Symmetry of Solid Figures
• Angle Properties of a Polygon
• Volume, Surface Area and Density
• Similarity and Congruence. Scale Drawing

Enrichment section:

1) Challenging Word Problems
2) Olympiad Problems
3) NYS Test prep (optional)
4) Math Games and Logic Puzzles
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