Mathematics 8/9 Honours

Prerequisite: See admission criteria below

This acceleration course is designed for students to complete two years of math in one. This course covers the curriculum material for Mathematics 8 & 9 and focuses on developing problem solving through math competitions and enrichment activities, both individually and in groups. It is a rigorous, fast-paced course where students extend their prior experiences in math and, thus, must have a very strong foundation in number operations. A final assessment will be given in June. Upon completion of this course, students will enrol in Foundations and Pre-Calculus 10 unless achievement is below Low Proficient in each learning standard, then students will be required to complete a summer Math 9 remedial program.

Admission criteria for the Math 8/9 Honours course in 2026/2027 will be based on the following:
    1. Completion of the Intent Form (posted on Google Classroom)
    2. Accepted invitation to the Math 8/9 Honours Google Classroom
    3. Evaluation of an in-person critical thinking task
    4. Evaluation of an in-person written test
    5. Participation in the Gauss math competition in May
    6. Final recommendation determined collectively by evaluators and current Math 7 teacher
    7. Reference letters are required ONLY for candidates not attending WPGA in Grade 7.
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West Point Grey Academy

4125 West 8th Avenue
Vancouver, B.C., V6R 4P9
Tel: 604-222-8750