FAQs for Math

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• AP courses are college classes that are offered in high school. AP courses challenge students with a small number of topics that are taught in depth and with great rigor. At the end of a one year course, students sit for an exam where a score of 3, 4 or 5 will give students college credit. AP courses are widely recognized throughout the U.S.
• Students enrolled in IB math courses are introduced to numerous mathematical topics, such as Trigonometry, Statistics, Probability, Analytics, and Calculus, which help to prepare them for upper level mathematics. IB math courses incorporate international mindedness, communication skills, and help to develop research and study skills. College credit may be offered for Standard Level and Higher Level classes with a score of 5 or better. The IB diploma also offers advantages at the University level.

More information can be found here.

A: After AP Calculus Springbrook offers 3 classes: AP Statistics, Multivariable Calculus, and IB Higher Level Mathematics (based on student demand).

A: There is a Springbrook Math Team and we have a very high caliber of students. Every year we send students to the American Regional Mathematics League competition and we have won top awards for the Johns Hopkins University Mathematical Tournament. Students meet one or two days a week for practice.

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• Teachers are generally available every day at lunch or after school for a short time. If students need more help, they can make an appointment.
• For complete course descriptions see the online High School Course Bulletin:

http://coursebulletin.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/SchoolCourseCatalogs/School/04798

A: Yes. To receive credit the students must pass each semester.

A: Yes. Current and future Grade 6-8 students may retake a high school course they took during middle school and receive the higher grade. The lower grade will not be reported on their transcripts. This option represents a significant change to earlier procedures. These students should use MCPS form 560-55, Request to Retake High School Course Taken in Middle School. This form is available in each school's guidance office and on the MCPS Web site, http://www.mcps.k12.md.us/departments/forms/pdf/560-55.pdf .

A: Yes, students graduating from high school have to pass the PARCC to graduate. Students will need to earn a score of 733 (Performance Level 3).