Eighth Grade

LANGUAGE ARTS

Complete a research project answering a question using multiple resources
Analyze and compare how texts and other media make connections and distinctions among individuals, ideas, or events
Read and analyze grade-level fictional and non-fiction texts
Compose a variety of written texts

Define, order and compare rational and irrational numbers
Analyze, represent, and solve real problems by using linear equations to create and interpret linear models
Illustrate using the equation of a line to make connections between different representations of variables
Evaluate geometric figures using angle, similarity, congruence and transformations and mathematical terminology; use and justify the Pythagorean Theorem

Formulate and refine testable questions and models that explore scientific processes.
Identify variables, constant and changing variables
Predict the outcome of scientific investigations and support that prediction with research and reasoning.
Collect, analyze, and interpret data using multiple sources from an experiment.
Predict and present the outcome of an experiment and support prediction with researched data analysis.
Revise and suggest new models and investigations that may expand on concepts.
Apply appropriate measurement techniques and tools to enhance scientific process.

Evaluate conditions, actions, and motivations that contribute to conflict and cooperation among groups and nations
Investigate tensions between peoples belief systems and governmental actions and policies
Research information from a variety of sources to interpret relationships among geographic factors and historic events
Use the tools of inquiry to understand historical, political, and economic issues along with the cultural development of our country

Demonstrate knowledge of principles and concepts and apply game strategies to physical activities and sports.
Identify the personal, physiological and fitness benefits of participating in a variety of physical activities as well as identify preferences for lifetime activity.
Determine one’s responsibility for developing skills, acquiring knowledge, and achieving fitness

Perform and sight-read music at appropriate difficulty levels in major and minor keys
Create music through composition, arranging and improvisation
Identify and demonstrate an understanding of musical notation and elements
Evaluate performances and compositions
Demonstrates an understanding of music’s role and tradition in American history and society

Understand, recognize, and create using the characteristics and expressive features of art.
Analyze, interpret, and make meaningful art.
Analyze and critique personal work and the works of others.
Connect and transfer history, culture, community, and environment in the study of art.
Develop creative ideas through the process of inquiry, discovery, and research.