West Virginia Hope Scholarship: Middle School Math Units for Grades 7–9
West Virginia Hope Scholarship: Middle School Math Units for Grades 7–9
West Virginia's Hope Scholarship counts curriculum as a qualified expense under W. Va. Code §18-31-7(a)(10), so middle school math units are a fair purchase to consider. The Middle School Math Core Units Bundle gives Grades 7–9 six units, from equations and linear functions to the Pythagorean theorem and quadratics. It is not a full-year course, and the program's own rules decide what it pays for.
See the six math unitsCurriculum is a qualified Hope Scholarship expense under W. Va. Code §18-31-7(a)(10), but check the program's current rules and vendor process before buying; Teach Lessons is not an approved vendor. The Middle School Math Core Units Bundle ($89.99) contains six units: Terms and Equations, Linear Functions, the Pythagorean Theorem, Quadratic Functions and Parabolas, Percentages and Interest, and Chance & Events. It covers core topics, not a complete year of math.
The resources
Middle School Math Core Units Bundle, Grades 7–9
6 resources in one download: $89.99 instead of $144.94 bought separately.
Start with the first resource; the others are optional add-ons. Open any cover for the full contents and price.
Middle School Math Core Units Bundle | Equations, Linear & Quadratic Functions, Pythagorean Theorem, Percentages & Probability | 6 Units | Grades 7–9
Middle School Math Starter Bundle | Growing Math Kit, Fractions, Compass Constructions & Algebraic Expressions | Grades 5–9
Algebra Foundations Bundle | Expressions, Equations, Real Numbers & Ratio | 4 Workbooks | Grades 5–9
Algebra 1 Pathway Bundle | Equations, Linear Functions & Systems, Quadratics | 3 Workbooks | Grades 7–10
The real problem
The years before algebra and geometry
Grades 7 to 9 are where math at home gets harder for many parents. Arithmetic was familiar; now a child has to write equations, graph a line, work with a square root and think about a parabola. A parent who last saw slope in high school has to explain it again, and a mistake here follows the child straight into algebra and geometry. Hope Scholarship families have one piece of the puzzle covered, because W. Va. Code §18-31-7(a)(10) lists curriculum as a qualified expense. As of the 2026–27 school year, the program's own rules still decide which purchases and vendors it accepts, and those need checking. The other pieces are choosing what to teach and in what order. Middle school math has a few topics that everything else depends on: working with terms and equations, understanding a linear function, using the Pythagorean theorem, and getting a first look at quadratic functions. Percentages and basic probability matter for everyday life as much as for later courses. A parent needs focused units on exactly those topics, with explanations and answer keys, rather than a thick textbook they will not finish.
Why it fits
Six units on the topics that carry into high school
The bundle picks out the middle school topics that later courses lean on most. Each unit is also sold on its own.
- Terms and Equations builds the habit of simplifying expressions and solving for an unknown step by step.
- The Linear Functions Unit works with slope and intercept, the base for graphing in high school algebra.
- The Pythagorean Theorem – Applications puts the formula to work on distances and real problems.
- Quadratic Functions and Parabolas gives an early, gentle look at curves that algebra will return to.
- Percentages and Interest – Everyday Mathematics links math to discounts, savings and borrowing.
- Chance & Events introduces probability with dice experiments a family can run at the table.
Getting started
A suggested order for a Hope Scholarship family
Check the scholarship rules first. After that, this sequence works well, though you can adjust it to your child.
- Confirm the Hope Scholarship rulesRead the current program guidance on curriculum purchases and approved vendors, and keep your order confirmation. Contact the program if you are unsure how a downloaded curriculum is handled.
- Start with Terms and EquationsEvery later unit uses equations, so begin here. If your child struggles, slow down and repeat practice before moving on rather than rushing to graphs.
- Move to linear functionsOnce equations feel routine, teach the Linear Functions Unit. Have your child graph by hand on paper so slope and intercept become something they can see.
- Mix in percentages and probabilityPercentages and Interest and Chance & Events make a good change of pace between harder units. Use real prices and real dice so the ideas connect to daily life.
- Finish with geometry and quadraticsTeach the Pythagorean theorem, then Quadratic Functions and Parabolas, toward the end of Grade 8 or in Grade 9. They prepare for high school algebra and geometry.
What to buy
Picking the right math bundle
For Grades 7–9, the Middle School Math Core Units Bundle at $89.99 is the main recommendation; its six parts cost $144.94 if bought separately. If your child is a little younger or needs fractions first, the Middle School Math Starter Bundle ($54.99, parts $77.96) covers fractions, compass constructions and algebraic expressions for Grades 5–9. The Algebra Foundations Bundle ($59.99, parts $79.96) adds four workbooks on expressions, equations, real numbers and ratio. A child ready for more can move on to the Algebra 1 Pathway Bundle ($44.99, parts $59.97). None of these is a full-year course on its own.
Honest limits
Limits to keep in view
This is a set of six units, not a complete year of math, so plan to add practice and other topics yourself. It is not written for West Virginia and carries no West Virginia standards codes; compare it with the state standards if that matters to you. Teach Lessons is not an approved Hope Scholarship vendor, and the program's rules decide what it pays for, so check them first. Confirm current homeschool requirements with the state or a homeschool legal resource. You supply graph paper, a ruler, a calculator and dice. Microschools with several teachers should message Teach Lessons before sharing. Within 7 days, an unsuitable purchase can be exchanged for store credit, not cash.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Hope Scholarship funds for this bundle?
W. Va. Code §18-31-7(a)(10) lists curriculum as a qualified expense, but the program decides how purchases are made and which vendors it accepts. Teach Lessons is not an approved vendor, and the bundle is not aligned with, endorsed by or approved under the West Virginia standards or by the program. Confirm with the Hope Scholarship before buying.
Is this a complete Grade 7 or Grade 8 math course?
No. It is six units on core middle school topics: equations, linear functions, the Pythagorean theorem, quadratic functions, percentages and probability. A full year needs more practice and other topics. You can use it alongside another program or follow it with the Algebra 1 Pathway Bundle.
I have forgotten most of my algebra. Can I still teach this?
The units include worksheets, activities, slides and answer keys, so you can work through the slides with your child and check every answer against the key. Doing the first few problems yourself before each lesson is a good way to refresh what you once knew.
Which unit should my child start with?
Terms and Equations is the safest starting point, because every other unit uses equations. If your child already solves equations confidently, you could start with the Linear Functions Unit or with Percentages and Interest, then come back to the harder topics later. Short practice from each unit will show you quickly where your child stands.
Does it include any physical materials?
No. It is a digital download only. For the probability unit you will want a few dice, and graph paper, a ruler and a calculator help with the function and geometry units. Those are not included and come from your own supplies, and most homes already have them.
How do I get it, and what if it does not fit?
The download link comes by email right after purchase, and the files stay under Orders in your account. If within 7 days you find the bundle is not right for your child, you can exchange it for store credit of equal value. Store credit can go toward a different math bundle.
Solid math ground before high school
Six core units for Grades 7–9, from equations to parabolas. See each unit on the bundle page.
See the six math units