9th Grade Math

REQUIRED: CHALLENGE COURSES

ALG 1 GEOM, ALG 2

MTH 121/122 Algebra 1 1-2

Grade: 9

Length: 1 year

Block of Time: 1 period

Credits: .5 per semester

Prerequisite: None

This course makes the transition from arithmetic to algebra by developing an understanding of an ability to use mathematical concepts, principles and processes. The number system (with literal and signed numbers), fundamental operations, linear equations, special products and factoring, fractions and fractional equations, and powers and roots constitute the core of the course. The primary objectives of the course are to increase the student’s ability to solve problems to familiarize them with mathematical symbolism in preparation for higher math.

MTH 231/232 Geometry 1-2

Grade: 9

Length: 1 year

Block of Time: 1 period

Credits: .5 per semester

Prerequisite: B or better grade recommended in Algebra 1

This fast paced class will cover geometric figures in the plane and in space. The study of points, lines, polygons, circles, planes and their various relationships form the basic core of the course. Students enrolling in this class should receive a recommendation from their current math teacher.

MTH 323/324 Algebra 2 1-2

Grade: 9

Length: 1 year

Block of Time: 1 period

Credits: .5 per semester

Prerequisite: C or better grade recommended in Geometry

This course begins with a comprehensive review of Algebra 1. The scope is broader, the approach more mature, and the structure of Algebra receives much more attention. Inequalities, systems of equations and work problems, irrational numbers, conics, functions, graphs, variation, exponents and logarithms, polynomials, sequences & coordinate geometry and trigonometry are studied. Students enrolling in this class should receive a recommendation from their current math teacher.

SEV 148/149 Resource Algebra 9 1-2

Grade: 9

Length: 1 year

Block of Time: 1 period

Credits: .5 per semester

Prerequisite: Case Manager Permission

These courses use the problem solving approach to the study of number sense, measurement, algebraic sense, geometry, probability and statistics. Focus will be on real world applications. Student’s placement will be determined by academic skill level using current assessment data and IEP team recommendations. All students registering for this class must have an IEP and teacher/case manager permission.