Math Department

*Students in any grade can access all courses. The grades above are recommended age ranges, so students below this range should make note of prerequisites and consult with their counselor prior to enrollment. 

Algebra I - Common Core 

* Year Course * 63071/63072 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: To be successful in this course students must have mastered operations and simplifying of whole numbers, fractions and decimals, and be able to translate basic word problems into mathematical expressions or equations. Familiarity with a scientific calculator is helpful. 

Topics covered in this course include statistics, geometry, linear equations, probability, functions, sets, exponential growth and compound interest. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving, graphing and applications. *Graphing calculator or Scientific calculator recommended.

Geometry 

* Year Course * 63111/63112 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Required Credit in Algebra I.

Students should be competent in basic arithmetic skills without a calculator. Students need to know the correct order of operations and be able to solve simple equations and graph linear equations without a calculator. Students need to be competent in mathematical interpretation of word problems. This course will concentrate on coordinate geometry and transformations for the first half of the year. Working with proofs, formulas, measurement, and three-dimensional figures are the main areas of study in the second half of the year. *Graphing calculator or Scientific calculator recommended.

Algebra II 

* Year Course * Semester 1 - 63271; Semester 2 - 63272 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Required: Credit in Algebra I and Geometry. (Recommended “B” or better in BOTH Algebra I and Geometry). Skills needed include an ability to solve linear equations, ease with all numerical calculations, both with and without calculators, and the ability to manipulate mathematical symbols.

Students are expected to know basic geometric formulas and theorems. This course is recommended for all college-bound students. The work in this course will center on linear and quadratic equations, functions and powers and roots. Particular attention will be paid to logarithmic, trigonometric, and polynomial functions. Functions will be used to model real-world situations. *Graphing calculator recommended.

Algebra II (Two-Year Program) 

* Two Year Course * Year One - 63281/63282 * Year Two - 63293/63294 * 2 Credits 

Prerequisite: Credit in Algebra 1 and Geometry. This course is available by teacher recommendation only.

The curriculum is designed to help students who struggled in Algebra 1 and/or Geometry. The pace of instruction is slower so that students have additional time to demonstrate mastery. Successful completion of the two-year program satisfies the state graduation requirement. *Graphing calculator recommended.

Functions, Statistics and Trigonometry (F.S.T.) 

* Year Course * Semester 1 - 63461; Semester 2 - 63462 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Required: Credit in Algebra II. Recommended: A grade of C or better in Algebra II. To be successful in this course students should know how to do basic skills on a graphing calculator, multiply and factor quadratic expressions, solve linear and quadratic equations, solve proportions, use rules for exponents, and use sine, cosine and tangent ratios. 

This course integrates statistical and algebraic concepts and previews calculus in work with functions and limits. Calculators will be used for plotting functions, analyzing data and simulating experiments. Work with trigonometry and circular functions are also included in this course. This course is recommended for college-bound students. *Graphing calculator recommended.

Advanced Placement Pre-Calculus 

* Year Course * Semester 1 - 63707; Semester 2 - 63708 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Credit in Algebra II. Recommended: Grade of B or better in Algebra II, excellent homework and study skills, solid foundation in math. 

In this course, students will develop rigorous symbolic manipulation skills needed for future mathematics courses. By examining scenarios, conditions, and data sets and determining and validating an appropriate function model, students will gain a deeper understanding of the nature and behavior of each function type (specifically polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, logistic, trigonometric, and polar). These functions will be examined graphically, numerically, verbally, and analytically. Throughout the course, students will apply the mathematical tools they acquire in real-world modeling situations. Students in this class will be prepared to take the Advanced Placement Pre-Calculus test for a possible 1 semester of college credit. *Graphing calculator recommended.

Advanced Placement Statistics 

* Year Course * Semester 1 - 63711; Semester 2 - 63712 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus or Functions, Statistics and Trigonometry (F.S.T.). Students need to have good communication skills as well as good algebra skills. This is an introductory college level course in statistics. 

Four major themes will be covered: exploratory data analysis, experimental design (planning a study), probability and statistical inference. The goal of the course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. *Graphing calculator recommended.

Advanced Placement Calculus AB 

* Year Course * Semester 1 - 63705; Semester 2 - 63706 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Credit in Pre-Calculus is required. Grade A or B highly recommended. Student entering this course are expected to possess good skills with a graphing calculator, and be able to solve polynomial, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential equations. Students will need to have excellent study skills, and be able to read a text effectively. 

This is a course covering 1 semester of college calculus (covered over a full year) for the mathematically talented student. Included in this program will be a study of functions, analytic geometry, derivatives, integrals and beginning differential equations. Applications of these topics will be stressed. A graphing calculator is suggested for this class (TI-84+ recommended). Students in this class will be prepared to take the advanced placement calculus (AB) test for possible 1 semester of college credit. *Graphing calculator recommended.

** Students are not allowed to take AB as juniors and BC as seniors - students must take one or the other.

Advanced Placement Calculus BC 

* Year Course * Semester 1 - 63701; Semester 2 - 63702 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Credit in Pre-Calculus is required. Grade A highly recommended. Students entering this course are expected to possess good skills with a graphing calculator, and be able to solve polynomial, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential equations. Students will need to have excellent study skills, and be able to read a text effectively. 

This is a course covering 2 semesters of college calculus for the mathematically talented student. Included in this program will be a study of functions, analytic geometry, infinite series, derivatives, integrals and beginning differential equations. Applications of these topics will be stressed. A graphing calculator is suggested for this class (TI-84+ recommended). Students in this class will be prepared to take the advanced placement calculus (BC) test for possible 1 or 2 semesters of college credit. *Graphing calculator recommended.

** Students are not allowed to take AB as juniors and BC as seniors - students must take one or the other.