Seventh Grade Curriculum
English Language Arts (ELA)
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Reading & Analysis: Examine themes and perspectives in both literature and nonfiction.
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Writing: Craft arguments with clear claims supported by evidence, and write narratives using descriptive techniques.
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Conventions: Apply correct verb moods, use clauses effectively, and punctuate complex sentences.
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Speaking & Listening: Present arguments and narratives clearly, incorporating multimedia when appropriate.
Mathematics
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Ratios & Proportional Relationships: Solve problems involving proportional relationships and percentages.
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Algebra: Work with linear equations, expressions, and inequalities to solve real-world problems.
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Geometry: Interpret and create scale drawings; solve problems involving angles.
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Statistics & Probability: Compare populations using measures of center and variability; calculate probabilities.
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Mathematical Reasoning: Apply algebraic thinking to complex, multi-step problems.
Science
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Life Science: Study genetics, heredity, and natural selection.
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Earth & Environmental Science: Explore ecosystems and human impacts on them.
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Physical Science: Investigate chemical reactions and matter changes.
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Scientific Practices: Conduct lab experiments, use digital tools to represent and analyze data, and follow the scientific method to address complex questions.