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Grade 8

Eighth grade students who have not passed one or more of the functional tests are given the remediation they need. In addition, all students continue to develop their reading and writing skills. Students study part one of a United States history course that is continued in ninth grade. In mathematics, students may take either Algebra I or a course that prepares them for Algebra I and geometry in high school. Science at this level includes study of cells, heredity, earthquakes, forces, motion, and electricity and prepares students for high school science.

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Reading/ Language Arts Social Studies Mathmatics Sciences

How You Can Help

Be sure your son/daughter attends school regularly and is on time.
Be sure your son/daughter comes to school ready to learn.
Encourage your son/daughter to listen and follow directions.
Talk with your son/daughter each day. Discuss a variety of topics
including current events, school activities, books, etc.
Plan a family outing to Fort McHenry to learn about Baltimore's involvement in the War of 1812.
Act as an audience while your son/daughter practices making a speech he or she has written for school.
Visit the Baltimore Museum of Industry.
Encourage your son/daughter to tinker with bicycles, radios, etc. and to join the Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) club.
Review mathematics concepts with your son/daughter as practice for upcoming high school mathematics tests

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