Pre-AP Algebra 1 Revisions for 2026-27

Pre-AP Algebra 1 has been revised for the 2026-27 school year. These updates strengthen connections to AP mathematics courses and better align the content to typical Algebra 1 standards and curricula.

What’s Changed?

Course Framework Revisions 

• Revised unit content and order.
• Consolidated Units 1 and 2 into a single unit.
• Added a new Unit 4 with additional topics on functions, their graphs, and how to determine the best model given a situation or data; this unit also serves as a bridge to Unit 1 of Pre-AP Algebra 2.
• Streamlined key concepts, learning objectives, and essential knowledge statements. 

Course Resources Revisions 

• New model lessons aligned to grade-level Algebra 1 standards.
• Refreshed contexts and situations to strengthen real-world modeling.
• Enhanced feature boxes to provide more support for teachers and students.
• AP connections included in all performance tasks.
• Updated design features to align with Pre-AP Algebra 2 and Pre-AP Geometry with Statistics.

Pre-AP Algebra 1 Course Audit Requirement

Since Pre-AP Algebra 1 is revised for the 2026-27 school year, all new and returning teachers will need to complete the Pre-AP Course Audit by January 31, 2027. Before starting the audit, learn how the process will be different this year.

Learn more about 2026-27 Pre-AP Algebra 1 Course Audit pathways.