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Below are typical sequences that students progress through during their middle school careers. However,
students have the ability to move between these pathways by meeting the prerequisites for future courses.

7th Grade 8th Grade

Course Course
Honors Algebra 1 Honors Geometry
Pre-Algebra Compacted/Extended Algebra 1 Compacted/Extended
Pre-Algebra Current Algebra 1 Current
Fundamentals of Pre-Algebra
Fundamentals of Algebra
Science 7 Science 8 or

Science 8 Compacted/Extended

The Keystone Exam is an end-of-course
assessment designed to assess
proficiency in Algebra I.

Keystone Exams are one component of Pine-Richland School District’s high school graduation requirements.

Keystone Exams are typically taken during the spring of the year in which a student is enrolled in Algebra I.
Students must demonstrate proficiency on the Keystone Exam. If a student does not receive a score of
“Advanced” or “Proficient” on the Keystone Exam, the student is permitted to retest during designated windows
established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Students who score below proficient on the Keystone Exam are encouraged to participate in supplemental
instruction.