HS Math Course Descriptions

ALGEBRA I PART I

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Algebra I focuses on the first half of the SOL topics in the Algebra I Curriculum Framework. Classroom instruction will be based on Algebra I SOL objectives outlined in the division’s Algebra I Pacing Guide.

ALGEBRA I PART II

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1

Algebra I focuses on the second half of the SOL topics in the Algebra I Curriculum Framework. Classroom instruction will be based on Algebra I SOL objectives outlined in the division’s Algebra I Pacing Guide. The Algebra I Standards of Learning (SOL) test will be administered near the end of this course.

ALGEBRA I

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1

Algebra I focuses on all SOL topics in the Algebra I Curriculum Framework. Classroom instruction will be based on Algebra I SOL objectives outlined in the division’s Algebra I Pacing Guide. The Algebra I Standards of Learning (SOL) test will be administered near the end of this course.

ALGEBRA I CONNECTIONS

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): FAILED THE ALGEBRA I SOL

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

This course is taught to serve as a remediation course for students who have successfully completed Algebra I course but failed the SOL test. It is designed to give students a second semester to successfully master Algebra I SOL objectives. Topics covered include review of Algebra I. The Algebra I Standards of Learning (SOL) test will be administered near the end of this course.

GEOMETRY PART I

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Geometry offers the first half of the SOL topics included in the Geometry Curriculum Framework. Classroom instruction will be based on Geometry SOL objectives outlined in the division’s Geometry Pacing Guide. This course includes emphasis on two- and three-dimensional reasoning skills, coordinate and transformational geometry, and the use of geometric models to solve problems. A variety of applications and some general problem-solving techniques will be used including algebraic skills.

GEOMETRY PART II

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1

Geometry offers the second half of the SOL topics included in the Geometry Curriculum Framework. Classroom instruction will be based on Geometry SOL objectives outlined in the division’s Geometry Pacing Guide. This course includes emphasis on two- and three-dimensional reasoning skills, coordinate and transformational geometry, and the use of geometric models to solve problems. A variety of applications and some general problem-solving techniques will be used including algebraic skills. The Geometry Standards of Learning (SOL) may be administered near the end of this course.

GEOMETRY

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): “B” AVERAGE OR BETTER IN ALGEBRA I

Credit: 1

Geometry offers all of the SOL topics included in the Geometry Curriculum Framework. Classroom instruction will be based on Geometry SOL objectives outlined in the division’s Geometry Pacing Guide. This course includes emphasis on two- and three-dimensional reasoning skills, coordinate and transformational geometry, and the use of geometric models to solve problems. A variety of applications and some general problem-solving techniques will be used including algebraic skills. The Geometry Standards of Learning (SOL) test may be administered near the end of this course.

GEOMETRY CONNECTIONS

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): FAILED THE GEOMETRY SOL

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

This course is a remediation course for students who have successfully completed the Geometry course but failed the SOL. It is designed to give students a second semester to successfully master Geometry objectives. Topics covered include review of Geometry objectives. Geometry Standards of Learning (SOL) test will be administered near the end of this course. Geometry may be schedules for yearlong sessions for special education students or regular education students based on previous SOL scores

ALGEBRA, FUNCTIONS, AND DATA ANALYSIS (AFDA)

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): ALGEBRA I & GEOMETRY

Credit: 1

This course will allow students to study functions and their behaviors, systems of equations and inequalities, probability, experimental design and implementation, and analysis of data. Data will be generated by practical applications from real-world problems. Students will solve problems that require the formulation of linear, exponential, or logarithmic equations or a system of equations.

ALGEBRA II

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): STUDENT MUST HAVE MET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA : ALGEBRA I AND GEOMETRY WITH “C” AVERAGE OR BETTER; OR ALGEBRA FUNCTIONS, AND DATA ANALYSIS AND ALGEBRA I OR GEOMETRY SOL

Credit: 1

This course includes a transformational approach to graphing functions using translation, reflection, dilation, and rotation, and builds a strong connection between algebraic and graphic representations of functions. A thorough treatment of advanced algebraic concepts is provided through the study of functions, polynomials, rational expressions, complex numerical matrices, and sequences and series. The Algebra II Standards of Learning (SOL) test may be administered near the end of this course.

ADV MATH/TRIGONOMETRY

GRADES: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): ALGEBRA II WITH GRADE C OR HIGHER

Credit: 1

This course provides a thorough treatment of trigonometry through the study of trigonometric definitions, applications, graphing, and solving trigonometric equations and inequalities. Emphasis is placed on using connections between right triangle ratios, trigonometric functions, and circular functions. Technology tools including graphing calculators will be used by students and teachers. This course also serves as an introduction to concepts developed in further Pre- Calculus studies.

PRE-CALCULUS

GRADES: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): ALGEBRA II WITH GRADE C OR HIGHER

Credit: 1

This course presents a modern unified study of algebra, analytic geometry, trigonometry and introductory calculus with emphasis on functions and applications. This program is dependent upon enrollment and faculty availability.

MATH 161/162-PRE-CALCULUS I & II

GRADES: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): PASSED THE APPROPRIATE PLACEMENT TEST AND ALGEBRA II

Credit: 1, DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSES – 6 college credit hours

CALCULUS I/II

GRADE: 12

Prerequisite(s): PRE-CALCULUS OR MATH 161 & 162

Credit: 2

Calculus I presents topics in differential calculus of one variable included. The theory of limits, derivatives, differentials, definite and indefinite integrals and applications to algebraic and transcendental functions. Calculus II covers vectors in 3-D, definite multiple integrals. This program is dependent upon enrollment and faculty availability.

MATH 263/264-CALCULUS I/II

GRADE: 12

Prerequisite(s): MATH 161 & 162 “C” AVERAGE OR BETTER

Credit: 2, DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSES – 8 college credit hours