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Course: Pre-Algebra

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Pre-Algebra

Grades 7 - 9
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Course Schedule
Class Follows Upper Annual Schedule
Dates: 2026-08-11 to 2027-05-11
Cost
Tuition: $300 / Annual
Supplies: $80
Expectations and Homework
Students are expected to complete their assigned homework each week.
Prerequisites
Please see Mrs. Wiederhoeft if you have questions about your student joining this class.
Class Supplies Needed
Lined paper, a scientific calculator, pencil, and textbook
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About the Course
Pre-Algebra

This Pre-Algebra course will follow the Math-U-See Pre-Algebra textbook. Math-U-See Pre-Algebra covers negative numbers, order of operations, solving for the unknown, and other topics.
Major Concepts and Skills Include:
  • Fluently adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing positive and negative numbers
  • Understanding and simplifying exponents
  • Using properties of operations, order of operations, and absolute value
  • Expanding understanding of place value
  • Evaluating radicals
  • Identifying the least common multiple and greatest common factor
 Additional Concepts and Skills:
  • Using the Pythagorean theorem to identify triangle attributes
  • Transforming temperatures between Celsius and Fahrenheit
  • Understanding and computing surface area and volume
  • Adding and subtracting time using both 12-hour and military notation
  • Adding and multiplying polynomials
  • Identifying rational and irrational numbers

The structure of the class will include:

 - Lessons will be taught in class. Guided notes will be given, including step-by-step examples. 

 - Homework will be assigned each week and completed and graded at home. Homework will be brought back to class the following week. Homework will include practice of new concepts and review questions. 

 - Quizzes and tests will be given at home, but graded by Mrs. Wiederhoeft or in class.

 - Mrs. Wiederhoeft can be reached throughout the week via email or phone to answer any questions or concerns. 

Materials needed for class:

 1. Scientific calculator - here are two options: https://a.co/d/hCcERGE  or https://a.co/d/g3kiO7I. 

 2. Student workbook, student testbook. https://mathusee.com/products/math-u-see-curriculum/pre-algebra/

 3. Student license which includes Online Instruction w/Video and Virtual Teacher Guide including solutions. 

Curriculum fee of $80 will include Student workbook, student testbook, and student license. Books will be ordered by Mrs. Wiederhoeft.

Highly Suggested Materials:

Integer block set & Algebra/Decimal Insert blocks

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me!  rachel.wiederhoeft@gmail.com

Payments: payments can be made by cash, check, or Venmo.

This class will require a minimum of 4 kids.

Registration

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About Rachel
Rachel

In 2026/2027 I will be teaching Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, and Geometry.

The Lord has directed my steps over the years in where to serve with the gifts He has given me. I am thrilled to have this next opportunity to serve the Cornerstone community as a math instructor!

I was born and raised in Indiana. I attended Olivet Nazarene University and earned a BS in Secondary Math Education. After graduating, I married the love of my life, and we both got hired to teach at the same high school in my home town. There, I taught math courses and was given the opportunity to write an Algebra II curriculum with a team of teachers. After two years of teaching and developing curriculum, we had our first child. We made the decision that I would stay home until the Lord led us to do otherwise. I am grateful to say I’ve been able to remain home and have had the blessing to homeschool our three children for the past eight years now. I have continued to receive various opportunities to tutor students in mathematics, teach art classes to local homeschool children, and instruct various co-op classes. I have grown immensely as an educator homeschooling our three children in addition to other children in our community. I am excited to step into this new role as a math teacher at Cornerstone.

Aside from being a passionate educator, I enjoy a good cup of coffee, deep conversation, and any opportunity to get creative! I am looking forward to getting to know my students and helping them grow in the area of mathematics!

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