Mathematics
Department Chair: Ethan Honnell
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NOTE: It is highly recommended that the student have access to a TI-84 or TI-84 Plus graphics calculator if taking Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus 1 and 2, AP Statistics, AP Calculus AB, and AP Calculus BC. A scientific calculator is needed for Financial Literacy.
MT10212 ALGEBRA I
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 Algebra requirement
Grades: 9
Prerequisite: none
Note: Sign up if you are an 8th grade LAMS student in pre-algebra with a grade of “C” or higher. LAMS students with a “D” in pre-algebra should consider ALGEBRA 1 and ALGEBRA 1, INTERVENTION (math lab), with current teachers recommendation.
◆ Topics include: patterns, the real number system and its properties, solving equations, percent, introduction to statistics, inequalities, linear functions, absolute value functions, solving systems of equations, exponents, operations with polynomials, quadratics, rational functions, and radicals. (2031)
MT10162 MATH LAB - ALGEBRA 1 (INTERVENTION)
SEMESTER 1 CREDIT 0.5
SEMESTER 2 CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Grades 9
Satisfies one of the following: 0.5 elective
Prerequisites: Students will be placed in this class by previous math teacher. This class is a one credit elective class.
◆ Cannot count as one of the four math credits required for High School Graduation. This class will be offered in conjunction with a regular Algebra I course and will offer the extra support some students may need in order to be successful in the regular course. The teacher of this course will be guided by the Standards-based core curriculum of the regular course and will emphasize the skills, concepts and processes needed by the students. An intervention program can be thought of as a cycle consisting of three phases: diagnostic assessment, instructional actions and follow-up assessment.
MATH LAB – ALGEBRA 1 (TEACHER PLACEMENT ONLY):
You are an LAMS student who is doing poorly in pre-algebra (a “D” or less) as an 8th grader.
An LAMS student who needs extra help to absorb Algebra 1 content.
Your LAMS math teacher recommends this course.
MT10312 GEOMETRY
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 Geometry requirement
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1
◆ This course is a study of Euclidean geometry and includes: dimensional objects (lines, planes, polygons, circles and polyhedrons), angular measurement, congruency, similarity, deductive and inductive reasoning, formal proofs, relational computations (perimeter, area, volume), right triangle trigonometry, and practical applications. Algebraic concepts and techniques are integrated and emphasized throughout the course to aid in the understanding of geometric concepts and applications, and to reinforce proficiency in algebraic skills. (2034)
MT10262 MATH LAB – GEOMETRY + (INTERVENTION)
SEMESTER 1 CREDIT 0.5
SEMESTER 2 CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Grades 9-12
Satisfies one of the following: 0.5 elective
Prerequisites: Students will be placed in this class by previous math teacher. This class is a one credit elective class.
◆ Cannot count as one of the four math credits required for High School Graduation. This class will be offered in conjunction with a regular Algebra I course and will offer the extra support some students may need in order to be successful in the regular course. The teacher of this course will be guided by the Standards-based core curriculum of the regular course and will emphasize the skills, concepts and processes needed by the students. An intervention program can be thought of as a cycle consisting of three phases: diagnostic assessment, instructional actions and follow-up assessment.
Note: MATH LAB - GEOMETRY (TEACHER RECOMMENDATION ONLY):
You are an LAMS student who is doing poorly in pre-algebra (a “D” or less) as an 8th grader.
An LAMS student who needs extra help to absorb Algebra 1 content.
Your LAMS math teacher recommends this course.
MT21512 ALGEBRA 1.5
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 math credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: You must have passed both semesters of Geometry, but not yet taken Algebra 2. Requires recommendation. This course is structured to prepare students for Algebra 2. You may not take this course if you have completed Algebra 2.
◆ Semester 1 will focus on reviewing and solidifying key Algebra I concepts like simplifying expressions, solving equations and inequalities, graphing & solving linear systems and functions. Semester 2 will focus on exploring the following Algebra 2 concepts: quadratics, factoring, exponents, and radicals. (2024)
NOTE: This course counts as one of your 4 math credits but it does not count for the NCAA eligibility requirements for college athletics.
MT10512 ALGEBRA 2
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 Algebra 2 requirement
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry
◆ This course is an extension of the Algebra 1 and Geometry curriculum. Topics include: relations, functions, equations and inequalities, quadratics, polynomials, algebraic expressions, systems of equations, polynomial functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, basic statistics and probability, and a some trigonometry. (2041)
MT31412 FINANCIAL LITERACY
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
SEMESTER CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 math credit, 0.5 math credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Completion of both semesters of Algebra 1 and Geometry. Seniors may take Financial Literacy concurrently with Algebra 2 (requires a math teacher recommendation). THIS MATH CLASS IS NOT APPROVED FOR NCAA CREDIT, but it will count for a fourth high school math credit. Each semester is independent of the other and therefore may be taken in any given order.
◆ This math course provides an understanding of personal finance while reinforcing concepts and skills in high school mathematics. The sections cover personal income, budgets, taxes, interest rates, stocks and bonds, retirement and pensions, banking and credit, as well as student and home loans. Current events are incorporated to provide a real world context for the math concepts. Students must have a scientific calculator with an exponent key. (2097)
MT21712 ELEMENTARY FUNCTIONS
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
SEMESTER CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 math credit, 0.5 math credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisites: 10th - 12th Grade, must have passed both semesters of Algebra 2. This course is higher than the level of Algebra 2. Each semester is independent of the other and therefore may be taken in any given order.
◆ This course will cover the following topics: polynomial functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, rational functions, sequence and series, conics, matrices, and trigonometry. (2045)
MT10612 ALGEBRA 2/TRIGONOMETRY 🕜🕜🕜
YEAR CREDIT 1.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 Algebra 2 requirement, 0.5 math credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisites: Grade of “A” in Algebra 1, grade of “A” or “B” in Geometry, a score of 24/30 on the pretest, and placement by the current math teacher.
◆ This is an accelerated course that completes Algebra 2 and Trig in one year. The bulk of class time will be instruction on multiple lessons. There will be significant work outside of class. Please see the descriptions for those two courses for details. Students taking this course must be highly motivated in mathematics and be aware that there is 1-1.5 hours of homework per block class. Class is mainly lecture and practice will be done outside of the regular classroom. Must be independently motivated. If you select this course, you must also choose the alternate classes of Algebra 2 and Trig separately during course selection. (2044)
Please sign up for ALGEBRA 2 / TRIGONOMETRY (MT10612) if:
You are an LAMS or LAHS student who ...
earned a grade of “A” in Algebra 1.
earned at least a 24/30 on placement test and is aware of that the average homework is 1.5 hours for each class block.
MT20711 TRIGONOMETRY
SEMESTER CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 0.5 math credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: a minimum grade of “C” in Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and placement by the current math teacher. In addition, those students who wish to take Trig concurrently with Algebra 2 must have a “B” average in semester 1 of Algebra 2.
◆ This is an upper level math course with a fast pace that requires mastery of Algebra 2 skills and concepts. Topics include trigonometric functions, acute angles, solving oblique and right triangles, radian measure and circular functions, graphs of the circular functions, trigonometric identities, inverse circular functions and trigonometric equations. (2043)
MT20911 PRE-CALCULUS BC
SEMESTER CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 0.5 math credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Trigonometry with a minimum grade of “B” or Algebra 2/Trigonometry with a minimum grade of “C” and placement by current math teacher.
◆ The course covers matrices, conics, polar coordinates and graphs of polar equations, vectors in space and in a plane, applications of trigonometry, parametric equations, sequences and series, and partial fractions decompositions. (2053)
Please sign up for PRE-CALCULUS BC (MT20911) if:
You are an LAHS student who …
earned a grade of “B” in prior Algebra 2 or Algebra 2/Trigonometry (highly recommended).
earned a grade of “C” or higher in Trigonometry or Algebra 2/Trigonometry (minimum requirement).
is planning to take AP Calc BC
MT21011 PRE-CALCULUS AB
SEMESTER CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 0.5 math credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Trigonometry or Algebra 2/Trigonometry with a minimum grade of "C" and placement by current math teacher.
◆ This course covers graphs and equations, complex numbers, functions and their graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions , limits and a preview of calculus. (2053)
Please sign up for PRE-CALCULUS AB (MT21011) if:
You are an LAHS student who …
earned a grade of “B” in Algebra 2, Trigonometry, or Algebra 2/Trigonometry (highly recommended).
earned a grade of “C” or higher in Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry, or Pre-Calculus 1. (minimum requirement).
is planning to take AP Calc AB
MT31112 AP STATISTICS 🕜🕜🕜
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 math credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “B” in Algebra 2 and placement by student’s current math teacher.
◆ This course uses a hands-on, activity-based instruction to introduce the students to the fundamental concepts of statistics and their application without requiring any knowledge of Calculus. Its emphasis is on discussion, experimentation, and written explanation of problem solutions and their meanings and implications. There is an emphasis on Normal distributions. Topics include an analysis of data using graphs and summary statistics, basic survey & experimental design, LSRL computation and inference about the slope, binomial & geometric distributions, random variables & combining distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, inference using significance tests for means and proportions, Chi-Square distributions. The course will prepare students for all college courses that require knowledge of statistics, especially critical inferential reasoning as well as the AP test. This is a fast-paced course requiring good analytical skills and 1-1.5 hours of homework per block class. Students are required to pay for and take the AP Exam in the spring in order to earn a weighted grade. (2060)
MT31232 AP CALCULUS AB 🕜🕜🕜
YEAR CREDIT 1.0
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 1.0 math credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Grade of “A” or “B” in Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus AB and placement by the current math teacher.
◆ This fast course is an in-depth study of the methods of differentiation and integration and the use of these techniques on applied problems. Other topics include a review of functions, analytic geometry, and limits. Substantial homework is required. Students are required to pay for and take the AP Exam in the spring in order to earn a weighted grade. Summer homework will be assigned for a grade. (2058)
MT31331 AP CALCULUS BC 🕜🕜🕜
SEMESTER CREDIT 0.5
No Fee
Satisfies one of the following: 0.5 math credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Completion of Pre-Calculus BC with a grade of “B” or better. This course can be taken concurrently with AP Calculus AB.
◆ It is designed for the motivated student who wishes to take the AP Calculus BC test in May. Students may take either the AP Calculus AB exam or the AP Calculus BC exam, but not both exams in the same year. It covers the additional material on the test that is not in the AP Calculus AB content. Students taking the AP Calculus BC exam will receive a score for both the AB part and the BC part of the exam. Students are required to pay for and take the AP Exam in the spring in order to earn a weighted grade. (2058)
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