Mathematics Courses

Geometry with Statistics 

Prerequisite: Math 8 

This is the first of four required courses in high school. It builds essential skills such as their reasoning and sensemaking skills, see the applicability of mathematics, and prepare more effectively for further studies in algebra. The course will also focus on statistics in analyzing data, which provides students with tools to describe, show, and summarize data in the world around them. Students will explore probability in compound events related to real word situations. The focus in  this course is concentrated within the strands of Data, Probability, and Statistical Reasoning (DPSR); Measurements, Geometry, and Spatial Reasoning (MGSR), Numerical Reasoning (NR); and Patterns, Algebra and Functional Reasoning (PAFR). 

Geometry with Statistics- Honors 

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 of 85 or above or successful completion of Algebra 1 Honors  

Credit: 1 credit 

This is the first of four required courses in high school. It builds essential skills such as their reasoning and sensemaking skills, see the applicability of mathematics, and prepare more effectively for further studies in algebra. Honor students will extend their reasoning skills beyond CP level to learn to justify their results by using a variety of methods including proofs, patty paper, and transformations.  The course will also focus on statistics in analyzing data, which provides students with tools to describe, show, and summarize data in the world around them. Students will explore probability in compound events related to real world situations. The focus in  this course is concentrated within the strands of Data, Probability, and Statistical Reasoning (DPSR); Measurements, Geometry, and Spatial Reasoning (MGSR), Numerical Reasoning (NR); and Patterns, Algebra and Functional Reasoning (PAFR). 

Algebra I (Yearlong)  EOC

Prerequisite: Geometry with Statistics CP grade below 80%

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

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. 

Algebra I (Semester)  EOC

Prerequisite: Geometry with Statistics CP grade  of 80% or above, Geometry with Statistics Honors grade below an 85%, or teacher recommendation. 

Credit: 1 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. 

Algebra 1 Honors  EOC

Prerequisite: Geometry with Statistics Honors with a grade of 85% or above or Geometry with Statistics with teacher recommendation

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. 

Reasoning in Mathematics

Prerequisite: Algebra 1,  Algebra 1 Honors

Credit: 1 credit 

Reasoning in Mathematics engages students in relevant problems that focus on how mathematics and statistics inform decision making. It prepares students for post-secondary education options with instruction that focuses on modeling real-world situations. This course emphasizes statistics, quantitative reasoning, modeling and financial applications and features a variety of mathematical and statistical tools useful for decision making. Students will use appropriate tools, including technology, to model mathematics. Considered a Career Ready Course. 

Applications and Modeling

Prerequisite: Algebra 1,  Algebra 1 Honors

Credit: 1 credit 

Applications and Modeling (AM) is a specialized mathematics course developed to expand on and reinforce the concepts introduced in Geometry with Statistics and Algebra 1 by using those concepts to represent and analyze data and make predictions and inform judgments about real-world phenomena. AM is designed to engage students in doing, thinking about, and discussing mathematics, statistics, and modeling in everyday life. It allows students to experience mathematics and its applications in a variety of ways that promote financial literacy and career-based decision making. Considered a Career Ready Course. 

Algebra 2 with Probability 

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 or Algebra 1 Honors

Credit: 1 credit 

This course is designed to build upon principles learned in Geometry and Algebra. The purpose of this course is to graphically investigate and compare functions, analyze rates or change, and determine solutions of “real-world” problems at a higher conceptual level. Students will use a graphing calculator or a computer algebra system to enable students to visualize mathematics and increase their conceptual understanding. Students will also study complex numbers, matrices, and probability. 

Algebra 2 with Probability- Honors 

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Honors or Algebra 1 with teacher recommendation

Credit: 1 credit 

This course is designed to build upon principles learned in Geometry and Algebra. The purpose of this course is to graphically investigate and compare functions, analyze rates or change, and determine solutions of “real-world” problems at a higher conceptual level. Students will use a graphing calculator or a computer algebra system to enable students to visualize mathematics and increase their conceptual understanding. Students will also study complex numbers, matrices, and probability. 

Statistical Modeling

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors or Algebra 2 

Credit: 1 credit 

Statistical Modeling (SM) is designed to extend students' understanding of statistics. The Statistical Modeling course offers students opportunities to strengthen their understanding of the statistical method of inquiry and statistical simulations. Students will formulate statistical investigative questions to be answered using data, design and implement a plan to collect the appropriate data, select appropriate graphical and numerical methods for data analysis, and interpret their results to make connections with the initial question.

Pre-Calculus Honors 

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors or teacher rec 

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 Statistics 

Prerequisite:Statistical Modeling 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. Can be paired with Statistical Modeling(Fall) and then AP Statistics (Spring)

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.

Intermediate Algebra  EOC

Prerequisite: has previous Foundations in Algebra math credit 

Credit: 1 credit 

This  course 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. The state Algebra 1 End-of-course exam will be given at the completion of Intermediate Algebra. 

Suggested Sequence for Math Courses