The district adopted Amplify Desmos Math as the 6-8 math program. This is the first year of full implementation. The program follows the Common Core Standards and takes an integrated, spiraling approach. The courses are called "6th Grade Math," "7th Grade Math," and "8th Grade Math." All students follow this course sequence. While the district does not offer a separate Pre-Algebra or Algebra course in middle school, pre-algebra and algebra concepts are introduced throughout grades 7 and 8 (with more emphasis in grade 8).
The major concepts include:
In high school, students can choose from multiple pathways in math. There is an Integrated Math with Engineering option for 9th graders. There are also 3 different opportunities for students to take 2 math courses in one year so that they can be eligible to take more of our upper level elective courses, such as AP Statistics and AP Calculus, before graduation. You can find more information about these pathways in the program of studies on the Harwood website.
This depends on the year and the overall size of the incoming group of students - class sizes can range from 12 - 24 in different classes and at different schools.
There are no shared classes between HS and MS.
Both middle schools offer the same curriculum. As with all schools, each has its unique characteristics.
PK-6 transportation is provided to your child’s home school. There is transportation to both middle schools from all sending towns.
Bus transportation is provided to both HUMS and CBMS.
Applications for the following year are due by January 15. Families will be notified of the status of their application by the second Friday in February.
