Curriculum Information from the Rhode Island Department of Education:  

RI Core Standards for Mathematics 

Middle School Algebra is a rigorous middle school course which teaches the Grade 8 standards, with emphasis on the Algebra concepts.  The course utilizes a systematic approach, including time for reteaching and practice.  

• All students in Middle School Algebra will take Algebra skills benchmark assessments three times per year in order to better inform enrollment in the Grade 9 Algebra course or Geometry course options.

enVisionmath2.0 is a comprehensive mathematics curriculum designed for Grades 6–8. Building on the proven effectiveness of the enVision series, it supports coherent, focused, and rigorous instruction aligned with current math standards. The program emphasizes both conceptual understanding and procedural fluency through problem solving, interactive experiences, and visual learning strategies. Additionally, enVisionmath2.0 offers personalized math practice, built-in interventions, and customizable content that work together to deepen student understanding and improve overall achievement.

Grade 8 Middle School Algebra

• Topic 1 - Real Numbers

• Topic 2 - Analyze and Solve Linear Equations

• Topic 3 - Linear Equations/Functions

  • Use Functions to Model Relationships

• Topic 4 - Investigate Bivariate Data

• Topic 5 - Analyze and Solve Systems of Linear Equations

• Topic 6 - Congruence and Similarity

• Topic 7 - Understand and Apply the Pythagorean Theorem

• Topic 8 - Solve Problems Involving Surface Area and Volume

Algebra 1 Honors is a high school-level course that teaches the Algebra 1 standards.  This is a rigorous course and will provide appropriate challenge and support. A grade of B must be maintained each quarter in this class.  

• Students who successfully complete Algebra 1 Honors will be placed in Geometry Honors in the 9th grade.  

Algebra 1 Honors in Grade 8

• Topic 1 - Solving Equations and Inequalities

• Topic 2 - Linear Equations

• Topic 3 - Linear Functions

• Topic 4 - Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities

• Topic 6 - Exponents and Exponential Functions

• Topic 7 - Polynomials and Factoring

• Add-in Topics:

  • Transformations (Translations, Reflections, Rotations, Dilations)

  • Pythagorean Theorem

  • Angles-Lines-Transversals

  • Surface Area & Volume

Parent Support As a parent, you are your child’s chief advocate and most essential teacher, at homework time and always. To assist in this crucial role, enVisionmath2.0 has put together this guide that will help you support your child.

IXL (Literacy and Mathematics)

IXL is an essential part of how we support student learning in both Literacy and Mathematics. This program offers personalized skill practice, enabling teachers to monitor students' progress toward specific grade-level standards. IXL provides students with immediate feedback, helping them learn from their mistakes in real time. Teachers utilize the Diagnostic tools to identify each student’s current level of performance, and IXL automatically generates individualized action plans to help students close skill gaps and reinforce strengths by providing opportunities to challenge students who are above grade level. The real-time data IXL provides allows teachers to group students for targeted instruction, develop small groups, and tailor lessons to meet individual needs. IXL is part of our MTSS academic process, which monitors student progress and determines when additional interventions or supports may be needed. It plays a key role in both formative and summative assessment and helps ensure that every student continues to grow toward end-of-year goals.