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Secondary (6-12) » Meridian Math Track 2 Accelerated Program

Meridian Math Track 2 Accelerated Program

Meridian Math Track 2 Program

Does your student eat, sleep, and dream about math?

If your student loves math and has already mastered the math course for their grade, they might qualify for our Math Track 2 program. 

Students who are interested in participating in the accelerated Math Track 2 program must do so by testing out of specific math classes. Read on for more information about what this means, requirements, and test dates. 

Please note: Meridian’s Math Track 1 is already accelerated and is appropriate for the large majority of Meridian School students. Students on Meridian Track 1 can go on to college and be successful in engineering majors, so don't be discouraged if they do not pass the Credit by Exam (CBE) requirements to get on Meridian Track 2.

Speak with your grade level counselor if you are interested in Math Track 2 and before taking a CBE or outside accredited course. Only current 7th – 9th grade students may take an accredited course to qualify for Math Track 2.

6th and 7th grade: Stefanie Zook

8th and 9th grade: Andy Harvey

10th, 11th, and 12th grade: Nick Manuzsak

 

Meridian Math Tracks (6– 12)

Meridian offers secondary students, 6th – 12th grade, two math track options, Meridian Track 1 and Track 2. Both Meridian Track 1 and Track 2 satisfy IB Diploma Requirements.

 

math tracks

 

Course descriptions for IB Math Analysis SL and HL for 11th and 12th grade

Please read the course descriptions for our 11th and 12th grade IB Math Analysis levels to get a better understanding of what these classes may look like.

 

 

How to qualify to participate in Meridian’s Track 2 Math program

Students who would like to participate in the accelerated Math Track 2 program must do so by testing out of specific math classes. They have two options to do this: Scoring an 80 or higher on a Credit by Exam or completing and passing an outside accredited course. Only current 7th – 9th grade students may take an accredited course to qualify for Math Track 2.

 

Option 1: Maths Credit by Examination

Please follow the steps below to schedule and prepare for your exam.

 

Credit by Exam Checklist

 
1. Read the appropriate Credit by Examination (CBE) information letter:
 

5th grade Secondary Meridian Math Tracks and CBE Letter

6th-9th grade Secondary Meridian Math Tracks and Qualifying Letter

 
2. Filling out the CBE form is required if you wish to sit for the exam. This reserves a test for your student. The form must be completed at least 48 hours prior to the exam time. Contact your student's grade level counselor for more information. Forms can be found in the CBE information letter for your grade level.
 

6th and 7th grade: Stefanie Zook

8th and 9th grade: Andy Harvey

10th, 11th, and 12th grade: Nick Manuzsak

 

3. Study by using the CBE study guides by course
 

 

4. Try the free practice test through varsity tutors
 

6th grade  7th grade  Pre-algebra  Algebra 1  Geometry  Algebra 2

Students must score an 80% or higher on the test to accelerate (state requirement)

 

Upcoming Credit by Exam Test Sessions at Meridian

 

Location: Middle School Lobby

 

Test Dates and Times:

Wednesday, April 10 at 1:45 p.m.

Tuesday, May 28 at 9 a.m.

Friday, July 19 at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, July 24 at 1:30 p.m. (no alternative test will be available if the student does not pass on this test date) 

Students must report to the middle school lobby 15 minutes before the start of their exam. Testing begins promptly at the scheduled time. Any student arriving after their exam start time will not be allowed to test. 

 

General information:

  • Students will only be allowed to take a CBE a maximum of two times. 

  • Questions will be a combination of some multiple choice and multistep short answer responses. Students are expected to show their work.

  • Most students complete the exam in 2.5 hours but are allowed 3 hours.

  • Students will have access to a resource/formula sheet and scratch paper.

  • Students are allowed water, healthy (quiet) snacks, pencils, and a calculator.

  • 6th/7th grade exam are not allowed calculators. Algebra exams and higher are allow to have a calculator.

  • If a student does not show up for their scheduled CBE, the no show will count as one of their two CBE attempts. 

  • If a student changes their mind about taking the CBE, or if they fall ill they should notify the school (counselor) that they will not attend the CBE. 

  • A student must score at least 80% on the CBE to advance to the next math class. 

 

Testing accommodations:

If you have testing accommodations, please contact your student's grade level counselor with the details at least two weeks prior to testing.

6th and 7th grade: Stefanie Zook

8th and 9th grade: Andy Harvey

10th, 11th, and 12th grade: Nick Manuzsak

Option 2: Take An Outside Accredited Course for High School Credit

This option is only for current 7th – 9th grade

Students may opt to take an accredited Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2 course outside of Meridian. For example, UT and Texas Tech offer flexible online courses for high school credit. This is the recommended option, as it is most likely to ensure that students are building a strong mathematical foundation for future advanced coursework. Please read this 6th-9th grade Secondary Meridian Math Tracks and Qualifying Letter for details. You may explore course options at:

K-16 Education Center at the University of Texas at Austin

Texas Tech University ISD (TTUISD)

In most cases, these courses are offered in two parts, semester one and semester two. Students must complete both parts of these courses by the new school year and receive an overall passing grade of 70%.  

Note:  We do not recommend math acceleration for students who achieve less than 80% in the course.

However UT and TTUISD offer accredited courses, so per state law a grade of 70% for each part will be accepted if the student and parent choose to move forward with this passing grade. In order to be placed in Meridian Track 2 Math, a transcript showing course completion must be received prior to the first day of the semester. 

If a student is taking an accredited math course outside of Meridian they should speak with their grade level counselor prior to registering for the course. This is very important to ensure that they are applying for the correct course.

6th and 7th grade: Stefanie Zook

8th and 9th grade: Andy Harvey

10th, 11th, and 12th grade: Nick Manuzsak

 

Please note the following: 

  • It is the family/student's responsibility to register and pay for accredited math courses taken outside of Meridian. Students should seek guidance from their grade level counselor.

  • Students taking a math course outside of Meridian must achieve an overall passing grade of 70%, but it is recommended that they achieve at least an 80% in order to advance to the next math class.

  • The official transcript of their course must arrive to Meridian prior to the first day of the school year in order for them to be placed in the next math class for that year.