Mathematics Courses

Foundations in Algebra (year-long) 

Prerequisite: Math 8 

Credit: Foundations of Algebra Seminar (Fall semester) = 1 elective credit 

                 Foundations of Algebra (Spring semester) =1 math credit 

Focuses on the ability to understand and apply mathematics to solve realistic workplace problems. Algebraic skills are taught through an interactive approach. Topics include generalizations and algebraic symbols, algebraic expressions in problem-solving situations, equations and inequalities, slopes of lines, linear functions, and data representation. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software. (2 semester course). 

Foundations in Algebra (semester-long) 

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation 

Credit: 1 credit 

This course is designed for students who did not find success in year-long Foundations of Algebra and need to repeat the course. See course description above. 

Intermediate Algebra  EOC

Prerequisite: Foundations of Algebra 

Credit: 1 credit 

The second course in a program focuses on development of student’s ability to understand and apply mathematics to solve real workplace problems. Algebraic skills are taught through an interactive approach. Topics include generalizations, algebraic symbols and matrices, algebraic expressions in problem solving situations, interpretations, linear functions and data representation, systems of linear equations, linear and quadratic functions and other functions. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software. Foundations in Algebra and Intermediate Algebra meet the state Algebra standards. The state Algebra 1 End-of-course exam will be given at the completion of Intermediate Algebra. 

Algebra I (year-long)  EOC

Recommended criteria for placement: Students should meet 2 out of the 3: *iReady score in the 35-60%ile, *SC Ready: 600 or above, and/or *Math 8 Grade: 80 or above 

Credit: Algebra I Seminar (Fall semester) = 1 elective credit Algebra I (Spring semester) =1 math credit 

This course focuses on the development of your ability to use a variety of representations, tools, and technologies to model mathematical situations in order to solve meaningful problems. The course topics include generalizations, algebraic symbols, matrices, algebraic expressions in problem-solving situations, relationships, equations, inequalities, interpretations, linear functions, systems of linear equations, quadratic functions and data representations. The state Algebra I End-of-Course exam will be given at the completion of the course. (2 semester course). 

Algebra 1 Honors  EOC

Recommended criteria for placement: Students should meet 2 out of the 3: *iReady score in the 61-84%ile, *SC Ready: 650 or above, and/or *Math 8 Grade: 85 or above 

Credit: 1 credit 

This course focuses on the development of the student’s ability to use a variety of representations, tools, and technologies to model mathematical situations in order to solve meaningful problems. The course topics include generalizations, algebraic symbols, and matrices, algebraic expressions in problem-solving situations, functional relationship equations, inequalities interpretations, linear functions and data representations, systems of linear equations, square root, inverse, and exponential functions. The state Algebra 1 End-of-Course exam will be given at the completion of the course. 

Geometry 

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 or Algebra 1 Honors

Credit: 1 credit 

This course is the mathematical study of shapes, their properties, and their relationships. Emphasis is placed on student discovery and exploration and on formulating and defending conjectures. Geometry includes an in-depth study of reasoning, polygons, congruence, similarity, right triangles, circles, area, volume, and transformations. 

Geometry Honors 

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Honors 

Credit: 1 credit 

This course will place emphasis on student discovery and exploration and on formulating and defending conjectures. Geometry includes an in-depth study of reasoning, polygons, congruence, similarity, right triangles, circles, area, volume, and transformations. Students will use a variety of approaches, such as coordinate, transformational, and axiomatic systems. Honors Geometry also includes the study of conditional statements, truth tables, and Pick’s theorem. 

Algebra 2 

Prerequisite: Geometry or Geometry Honors

Credit: 1 credit 

This course is an in-depth study of functions, patterns, relations, and concepts of number systems. This includes linear, quadratic, exponential, absolute value, radical, and rational functions. Students will use graphing calculators (Ti-84) and appropriate computer software. 

Algebra 2 Honors 

Prerequisite: Geometry Honors 

Credit: 1 credit 

This course contains an in-depth study of functions, patterns, relations, and concepts of number systems. You will use a variety of representations, tools, and technologies to model situations to solve meaningful problems. Honors Algebra 2 also includes the study of logarithmic and polynomial functions. 

Algebra 3 

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 Honors 

Credit: 1 credit 

This course is an extension of concepts taught in earlier courses with emphasis on applications of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric functions, and matrices. Emphasis is on active participation through modeling, technology lab activities, group activities, and communication in mathematics. This course is recommended for students who took Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 Honors and would like to build their skills prior to Pre-Calculus Honors or equivalent college level course. 

Probability & Statistics 

Prerequisite: Geometry 

Credit: 1 credit

In this course, you will learn the fundamental principles of probability and statistics and apply these principles to data analysis. The course topics include foundations of data analysis, uni-variate data displays, interpret graphical display, bi-variate data and scatter plots, basic probability concepts and applications, probability distributions, statistical inference, and project design. 

AP Statistics 

Prerequisite: Probability & Statistics or Algebra 2 H w/ teacher rec. 

Credit: 1 credit 

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: Exploring Data—Describing patterns and departures from patterns, Sampling and Experimentation—Planning and conducting a study, Anticipating Patterns-Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation, Statistical Inference—Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses. Students will take the AP exam in May. 

Pre-Calculus Honors 

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors or Algebra 3 

Credit: 1 credit The course will include an in-depth study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Includes the study of decomposition of rational expressions, systems of second-degree equations and inequalities, complex numbers in polar form, iteration, and fractals. 

AP Calculus (AB) 

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus Honors 

Credit: 1 elective credit (fall) / 1 math credit (spring) 

Advanced Placement Calculus (AB) focuses on topics in analytic geometry, functions, and differential and integral calculus. The competencies of this course are prescribed by the College Board. If you score at an acceptable level on the Advanced Placement examination, you will be eligible to receive college credit from participating institutions. Students will take the AP examination in May. (2 semester course) 

AP Calculus (BC) 

Prerequisite: AP Calculus (AB)

Credit: 1 credit 

AP Calculus (BC) is a semester long course in the calculus of functions of a single variable. Calculus (AB) topics will be reviewed and additional topics will be covered. The competencies of this course are prescribed by the College Board. If you score at an acceptable level on the AP exam, you will be eligible to receive college credit at participating institutions in a course that is one course beyond that granted for Calculus (AB). Students will take the AP examination in May. 

Suggested Sequence for Math Courses