Math Placement
As we continue to strive towards equitable opportunities and outcomes for each of our students, we continue to refine our practices in acceleration, specifically those in Math. Below you will find information about Math Acceleration within the Tigard-Tualatin School District. As we move through this process, parents/guardians can contact their student's school with any questions. We look forward to partnering with you this year.
Eligibility
- 5th graders advance to Math 6. Students can qualify for acceleration to Math 7.
- Students in Math 6 advance to Math 7. Students can qualify for acceleration to Compacted Math 7.
- Students in Math 7 advance to Math 8. Students can qualify for acceleration to AGS 1.
- Students in Compacted Math 7 will advance to AGS 1
Acceleration beyond the above pathways is available for students on a case-by-case basis.
Course Descriptions
- Math 6 - Grade level course based on 6th grade math standards
- Math 7 - Grade level course based on 7th grade math standards
- Compacted Math 7 - Faster paced course that teaches all 7th grade standards and ½ of 8th grade standards in one year
- Math 8 - Grade level course based on 8th grade math standards
- AGS 1 - 1st in a three year series of high school level courses that integrates Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics (not eligible for high school credit if taken in middle school
*TTVA utilizes a slightly different Math Pathway. While Compacted Math 7 is not available at our virtual school, students may be eligible for AGS1 or AGS2 while in middle school at TTVA. Please reach out to the school with any questions/concerns you may have.
Process
- School sends the Middle School Math Survey for Families in the Spring to all incoming and returning students. https://forms.gle/D3FzSRBZuADZ2w3e6
- Students complete the iReady math assessment in the Spring window.
- District team confirms the iReady math assessment data falls in the range for eligibility.
- School teams review survey results and data. School teams may include: Administrator, Teacher, Counselor, TAG Facilitator.
- Final placement decision is made and communicated to the family.
- Finalize the student schedule for fall.
Decision Rules
Multiple measures are used to determine student readiness for acceleration. The decision rules are designed to allow for acceleration without creating gaps in conceptual knowledge.
Criteria for placement into Math 7 as a Rising 6th Grader
Students who demonstrate the following are recommended for Compacted Math 7:
- End of Year i-Ready D3 - 6th grade in all domains
- AND meet one or more of the following criteria-
- Current Grade, End of Course Report Card
- 5th grade report card - Exceeding (4) in all math standards
- SBAC - Level 4
- Current Grade, End of Course Report Card
- AND- Family input survey that indicates student/family choice of acceleration.
Criteria for placement into Compacted Math 7 as a Rising 7th Grader
Students who demonstrate the following are recommended for Compacted Math 7:
- End of Year i-Ready D3 - 6th grade mid or above in all domains
- AND- meet one or more of the following criteria
- Current Grade, End of Course Report Card
- 6th grade - Final grade A
- SBAC - Level 4
- Current Grade, End of Course Report Card
- AND- Family input survey that indicates student/family choice of acceleration.
Criteria for placement into AGS 1 as a Rising 8th Grader
Students who demonstrate the following are recommended for AGS 1:
- End of Year i-Ready D3 - 8th grade in all domains
- AND- meet one or more of the following criteria
- Current Grade, End of Course Report Card
- 7th grade - Final grade A
- Compacted 7th - Final grade A, B, or C
- SBAC - Level 4
- Current Grade, End of Course Report Card
- AND- Family input survey that indicates student/family choice of acceleration.