The mathematics section of the HSPT is not high school math, such as Algebra I and Geometry. In fact, it is math that was covered for the most part in the 5th and 6th grade. Many 7th graders either did not learn these concepts very well or have forgotten how to do some of the basic mathematical operations that are included on the math and quantitative sections of the HSPT.
This course will review the basic math skills that students need in order to be successful on the HSPT. Students will review mathematical operations involving decimals, percents, and fractions, as well as one- and two-step equations, proportions, interest and sales tax problems, and basic geometry.
In addition students will learn to write equations form mathematical sentences and will learn to solve series problems like those found on the quantitative section of the HSPT.
The course will build a strong foundation in mathematics that will help students not only to be prepared and feel confident in taking the math and quantitative sections of the HSPT, but also to be successful in 8th grade and high school mathematics courses.