MATHEMATICS

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation, Assessment Data, &/or Counselor approval

Credit: 1

Grades: 9th Grade 

Description:

Algebra Plus is a double-block course designed for students who need additional time and resources to build foundational algebraic skills. This course provides an extended learning environment that combines rigorous instruction with targeted support to help students develop confidence and competence in algebra.

The additional class time allows for individualized instruction, collaborative learning activities, and skill-building exercises tailored to each student’s unique needs.

By the end of the course, students will have strengthened their understanding of algebraic concepts and strategies, preparing them for success in future mathematics courses and standardized assessments.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1

Grades: 9th - 10th Grade

Description:

A first year traditional course that includes enriched and general skill problems. Students will learn to solve, graph and write linear equations, solve systems of linear equations, identify properties of linear and exponential functions, perform operations involving polynomial equations, graph quadratic functions, and solve quadratic and square root equations.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 9th Grade Only

Description:

A first year traditional course that uses the same curricular material as Algebra but requires intrinsic motivation, as it is fast-paced and more in-depth. Classwork will be enriched with multiple step, higher level thinking problems. Students must have a solid foundation of all grade level math skills such as solving basic equations, order of operations, fractions, and decimals.

Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra & Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1

Grades: 10th Grade

Description:

Intermediate Geometry is a second year traditional course with pacing similar to Intermediate Algebra. This course will finish covering semester two Algebra material and begin covering semester I Geometry material. Students must have an understanding of the Intermediate Algebra course content and focus on general skill problems will continue throughout this course Algebra topics will include factoring polynomials, graphing quadratic functions, and solving quadratic equations. Geometry topics will include the basics of geometry, reasoning and proofs, and parallel and perpendicular lines.

Prerequisite: Algebra or Intermediate Geometry

Credit: 1

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

A second year traditional course that includes enriched and general skill problems where students are encouraged to persevere and problem solve. This class includes a variety of geometric concepts such as triangles, lines, planes, transformations, polygons, congruence circles and volume. Triangles will be explored through similarity, properties and trigonometry. An introduction to writing mathematical proofs will be covered throughout the course.

Prerequisite: Algebra or Intermediate Geometry & Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1 math credit; 1 construction credit

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

Geometry in Construction offers a different educational setting than the traditional classroom setting. This is a two period course that offers concepts of Geometry that are co-taught with concepts related to construction. Students will learn how to apply Geometric principles to all areas of construction in a hands-on learning experience. Students will have the opportunity to use all the tools, machines, and techniques involved in proper construction as well as applying district curriculum standards in the subject of mathematics. This course does involve learning and applying all aspects of construction from framing to wiring to plumbing, and implements the applied principles of Geometry that affect all of those construction aspects. The course also offers the opportunity to learn and build leadership, communication, and team-working skills essential to successful careers. Throughout the course, students will learn concepts and topics associated with content knowledge but will also learn essential skills for future employment. 

Geometry in Construction is a transcripted course through Gateway Technical College.

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra & Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 9th - 10th Grade

Description:

Honors Geometry is a course which will provide rigor in the study of geometry. Students must have a deep understanding of the Honors Algebra course. Students will explore geometric concepts and communicate answers with core vocabulary. These skills will be explored through the learning of writing various types of proofs. Concepts that will be covered in depth include reasoning and proofs, parallel and perpendicular lines, transformations, congruent triangles, relationships within triangles, quadrilaterals and other polygons, similar figures, right triangles and basic trigonometry, circles, circumference, area, volume, and probability.

Prerequisite: Geometry

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 11th - 12th Grade

Description:

Trades math is a course designed to apply mathematical concepts to trades professions. The different concepts covered will be direct application to essential skills necessary to be successful in entering the workforce right out of high school. We will also look into analyzing different trades assessments that students would encounter for future employment. 

Students will also be able to earn Gateway credit through this course that can be applied to certifications and our academies.

Prerequisite: Geometry

Credit: 1

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

A third year traditional course that includes enriched and general skill problems. Topics include graphing and transforming polynomials, rational and radical functions, polynomial operations, finding rational and complex solutions, solving rational and radical equations, arithmetic and geometric sequences, exponential growth and decay, logarithmic properties and equations, and probability. This course prepares students for pre-calculus and the skills necessary for college entrance.

Prerequisite: Honors Geometry & Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 10th - 11th Grade

Description:

A third year traditional course that is enriched with multi-step, in depth and higher level thinking problems. Topics include graphing and transforming polynomials, rational and radical functions, polynomial operations, finding rational and complex solutions, solving rational and radical equations, sequences and series, exponential and logarithmic functions, probability, and data analysis and statistics. By the end of this course, students should be prepared for honors pre-calculus and possess the skills necessary for college level mathematics courses.

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra 2 OR Algebra 2 & Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1

Grades: 11th - 12th Grade

Description:

A college readiness course that further integrates the ideas of Algebra 2, Geometry and trigonometry. This class will enhance student understanding of linear, power, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Students will learn about trigonometric identities and equations, matrices, piecewise functions, and analyzing characteristics of functions .

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra 2 & Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 11th - 12th Grade

Description:

AP Pre-Calculus is designed to help students build a strong math foundation for college. The course will cover content and skills common to college Precalculus courses that are foundational for careers in mathematics, physics, biology, health science, social science, and data science. Students will explore everyday situations and phenomena using mathematical tools and lenses and are guided through modeling real-world data, exploring multiple representations, mastering symbolic manipulation, and harnessing a dynamic world. The four big ideas that will be taught in the course are polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric and polar functions, and functions involving parameters, vectors, an matrices. If time permits, Calculus topics will be introduced. After completion of the course, the student can participate in the National AP Testing Program in May. This test enables the student to receive possible college credits and/or Advanced Placement.

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus or AP Pre-Calculus & Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1

Grades: 11th - 12th Grade

Description:

Calculus includes the study of differential and integral calculus. This course is intended for students not preparing for the Calculus AP exam. The majority of the topics covered in AP Calculus AB are studied but not to the rigor or pace that the AP course takes on. Topics include limits and continuity, derivatives, derivative applications, definite integrals, differential equations, and definite integral applications.

Prerequisite: AP Pre-Calculus & Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 11th - 12th Grade

Description:

AP Calculus AB is roughly equivalent to a first semester college calculus course devoted to topics in differential and integral calculus. The AP course covers topics in concepts and skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these representations. Students learn how to use technology to help solve problems, conduct experiments, interpret results, and support conclusions. After completion of the course, the students can participate in the National AP Testing Program in May. This test enables the student to receive possible college credits and/or Advanced Placement.

Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB & Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 11th - 12th Grade 

Description:

AP Calculus BC is a continuation of AP Calculus AB and is equivalent to a second semester college calculus course. This course covers techniques of integration, advanced applications of integration, differential equations, parametric equations, polar coordinates, infinite sequences and series, vectors and their applications. If time permits, the topics of partial derivatives and double integrals will be introduced. AP Calculus BC teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these representations. After completion of the course, the students can participate in the National AP Testing Program in May. This test enables the student to receive possible college credits and/or Advanced Placement.

Prerequisite: Geometry

Credit: 1/2

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

This course is a one semester class that includes an introduction to the basic topics of statistics and probability. The topics include organizing and graphing data, numerical descriptive measures, probability, linear regression, discrete random variables, and the binomial distribution. Projects are included in each chapter and will include data collection, creating displays, such as histograms, pie charts and dot plots, and prediction experiments. Students are made aware of the use and misuse of statistics in today’s society.

Prerequisite: Geometry

Credit: 1/2

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

This course is a one semester class that will develop statistical skills through sports analysis. Students will gain an understanding of statistics concepts and essential vocabulary in a college readiness environment. The class covers different aspects of statistics including modeling, observational studies, simulations, projects, and creating arguments and decisions based on analysis.

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 / Honors Algebra 2 OR Concurrent enrollment in Honors Algebra 2 

& Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

This course is designed for students interested in possibly completing their college statistics requirement through the AP program. Some of the topics include understanding data, examining relationships, normal distribution, simulations, data production, regression, correlation, experimental and sample design, and statistical inference. Taking the AP Statistics test is optional.