In order to place students appropriately into a math course as they transition from middle school to high school, the following five objective academic measures shall be considered:

• Grades in Middle School math courses

• Teacher recommendations

• Score on Renaissance Star Assessment (taken during the Spring of the 8th grade year)

• Initial Course Assessment given in the first weeks of their Freshman year

Refer to the Science Course Descriptions on pages 23-24 for information on course placement and prerequisite requirements.