Mathematics

Welcome to Houston County's mathematics webpage!

Here, you will find information about the math courses offered in Houston County.  Additionally, Houston County students and their parents can access and navigate through the state of Georgia's top resources for learning math, including Georgia SuitCASE and Georgia Inspire. Georgia SuitCASE provides easy-to-understand curriculum standards and learning frameworks for every grade, helping students track what they need to know in mathematics. Georgia Inspire offers interactive tools, instructional resources, and support materials that make math learning engaging and accessible.

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Houston County Schools adheres to the Georgia K-5 Mathematics Standards, which are designed to provide students with a strong mathematical foundation. They cover key domains such as number sense and operations, place value, patterns and algebraic reasoning, measurement and data analysis, and geometry.

For younger grades (K-2), the focus is on developing number relationships, counting, basic addition and subtraction, identifying patterns, understanding shapes, and simple data analysis. As students progress to upper elementary (3-5), the standards expand to include multi-digit arithmetic, fractions and decimals, multiplication and division, interpreting numerical expressions, analyzing patterns, solving real-world measurement problems, and understanding advanced geometry concepts like volume of rectangular prisms.

These standards aim to foster critical thinking, perseverance, and collaboration, ensuring students develop the skills and confidence needed for continued success in mathematics. The content is clear, sequential, and Georgia-developed, ensuring relevance and coherence for students, teachers, and the community.

 

These K-5 standards build essential mathematical concepts, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills that serve as the bedrock for middle school mathematics. By mastering foundational operations, patterns, fractions, and geometric reasoning, students are prepared to tackle more complex topics such as algebra, proportional reasoning, and advanced data analysis in middle school.

 

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Houston County Schools adheres to the Georgia 6-8 Mathematics Standards, which guide students through a deeper exploration of mathematical concepts, building on the foundation from elementary grades. Middle school students engage with more complex operations involving rational and irrational numbers, algebraic expressions, linear equations, functions, geometry, measurement (including area, surface area, and volume), and probability. Emphasis is placed on solving multi-step problems, representing real-world scenarios with mathematical models, and developing reasoning and collaboration skills.

These standards provide essential preparation for high school mathematics by introducing core algebraic concepts, proportional and non-proportional relationships, systems of equations, and statistical reasoning. Mastery of these middle school concepts enables students to move confidently into advanced courses such as Algebra and Geometry, ensuring readiness for the rigor and application required in high school and beyond.

These standards for grades 6-8 mathematics focus on building proficiency in number systems (including rational and irrational numbers), algebraic reasoning, linear equations and inequalities, proportional relationships, geometry, and probability. Students develop skills in multi-step problem solving, contextual mathematical modeling, and analyzing functions and statistical data to explain real-world phenomena.

These middle school standards provide a critical bridge, ensuring students have the algebraic and geometric foundations, reasoning skills, and practical application experience needed for success in high school mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and advanced mathematical thinking.

We welcome your questions and concerns. To reach our office, please call 478-988-6200, ext. 3456. 

 

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In Houston County, as in all of Georgia, all high school students are required to take Algebra: Concepts and Connections (Algebra CC 1), Geometry: Concepts and Connections (Geometry CC), and Advanced Algebra: Concepts and Connections (Algebra CC 2) as part of the core mathematics curriculum, to complete three of their four required high school math credits required for graduation. After completing these three courses, students have the opportunity to choose from a variety of fourth-year mathematics options, such as Pre-Calculus, AP Pre-Calculus, College Readiness Mathematics, Advanced Financial Algebra, AP Statistics, AP Calculus, Dual Enrollment Options, or specialized courses in STEM and career pathways. These fourth-year options allow students to tailor their math education to their interests and future goals, whether they plan to pursue college, technical school, or enter the workforce.

This structured continuum ensures students graduate with strong analytical, problem-solving, and mathematical reasoning skills. By progressing through foundational and advanced coursework, Houston County students are prepared for a wide range of post-secondary opportunities, empowering them to succeed in higher education, technical careers, and real-world problem solving.  Three examples of mathematics continua are shown below.

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    Resources for Parents and Students (navigate to your course of interest)

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