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Eighth Grade Algebra 1st Nine Weeks 2nd Nine Weeks 3rd Nine Weeks 4th Nine Weeks The Study of Functions Investigating Linear Functions Systems of Linear Equations and Applications Quadratic Equations and Applications Algebraic Expressions and Equations Linear Functions and Applications Exponents and Polynomial Operations Tying It All Together Linear Equations, Inequalities, and Applications Systems of Linear Equations Quadratic Functions Cost Comparison Analysis Eighth Grade Mathematics 1st Nine Weeks 2nd Nine Weeks 3rd Nine Weeks 4th Nine Weeks Value and Magnitude
of Rational NumbersProportional and Non-Proportion Functions Angle and Triangle Relationships Involving Real Numbers Making Connections (continued) Statics with
Univariate DataStatistics with Bivariate Data Financial Planning One-Variable Equations, Inequalities, and their Applications Measurement of Three-Dimensional Figures Developing an Understanding of Slope and Y-Intercept Transformational Geometry Essential Understandings of Algebra Proportional and Non-Proportional Functions Making Connections Eighth Grade Science 1st Nine Weeks 2nd Nine Weeks 3rd Nine Weeks 4th Nine Weeks Science Safety and Procedures Force and Motion Climatic Interactions Interdependence Among Living Systems Newton’s Laws Earth Cycles Atoms Periodic Table Forces that Change
the EarthLight Years and Theories Student Deigned Experiments Chemical Formulas, Equations, and Reactions Characteristics of the Universe Eighth Grade Language Arts and Reading 1st Nine Weeks 2nd Nine Weeks 3rd Nine Weeks 4th Nine Weeks Analyzing Fiction
and DramaAnalyzing Persuasive Text Creating Connections Across Literary Text Media Literacy Analyzing Literary Nonfiction and Poetry Analyzing Information Text Creating Connections Across Informational Text Producing Research Creating Connections Across All Genres Eighth Grade Social Studies 1st Nine Weeks 2nd Nine Weeks 3rd Nine Weeks 4th Nine Weeks Exploration and Colonization More Perfect Union Westward Expansion Sectionalism and Civil War Celebrate Freedom Week Early Republic Industrialization: Economies Develop Reconstruction Revolutionary Era Age of Jackson Reform and Culture Rights and Responsibilities Writing the Constitution Eighth Grade Religion Goal 1 –
Catholic CreedUnderstand, believe, and proclaim the Triune God as revealed in the signs of creation, Sacred Scriptures, Catholic Tradition and Human Experience. Goal 2 –
SacramentsUnderstand and participate in the sacraments of the Church as efficacious signs of God’s grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church. Goal 3 –
Christian LivingUnderstand and live the moral teachings of the Church through a life of discipleship in Jesus Christ expressed in love for God, conversion, positive self-image, personal integrity, social justice, and dignity of the human person and love of neighbor. Goal 4 –
Sacred ScriptureRead, comprehend, and articulate salvation history as conveyed in God’s revelation through Scripture. Goal 5 –
LiturgyUnderstand that the Liturgical Year unfolds the whole mystery of Christ and is expressed in the liturgical rites of the Church. Goal 6 –
Christian Prayer and SpiritualityUnderstand and express the different forms of prayer; consciously recognizing the work of the Holy Spirit. Goal 7 –
Catholic ChurchUnderstand and appreciate the mystery of the Church, the Body of Christ, the community of believers, as expressed in the Church’s origin, history, mission of evangelization, hierarchical structure, marks, chrisms, members, and communion of saints. Goal 8 –
Parish LifeUnderstand and participate in the life of the Church as lived in the parish community such as, cultural aspects, worship, sacramental life, service, stewardship, and missionary efforts. Goal 9 –
VocationUnderstand and undertake discipleship in Christ, responding in faith by participating in the mission of the Church through living a specific call in life. Goal 10 –
Ecumenism and DialogueUnderstand and participate in the call of the Church to be a sign of unity in the world through knowledge of and collaboration with Christian churches, Jews, Muslims, and all faith traditions.