“How to Beat the B.E.S.T.”: Strategies for 8th Grade Mathematics Success on Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards

All across the great state of Florida, students are striving to excel in the 8th Math FSA (Florida Standards Assessment), which aligns with the B.E.S.T. (Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking) standards. Mastering topics such as exponent rules, multi-step equations with fractions, slope and slope-intercept applications, angle relationships, the Pythagorean Theorem, and systems of equations in one school year can be overwhelming. Here are some strategies to help guide your students to success.