Intermediate Algebra is a year-long course that focuses on recognizing, describing, and generalizing patterns to make predictions. You will be interpreting results, making conjectures, and using mathematical reasoning to solve problems using knowledge and understanding of the topics studied. Throughout the learning process, you will have time to practice applying mathematics in real-world contexts. You will have the opportunity to reflect upon the processes and evaluate the correctness as well as the significance of your mathematical findings. Reflection will also allow you to become aware of the strengths and challenges you face as a learner. 

Geometry is a year-long course that focuses on solving problems and justifying results using the properties of planar and three-dimensional figures.  We will investigate patterns found in properties of geometric figures and use that information to make conjectures and prove them.

Advanced Algebra is a yearlong course that focuses on recognizing, describing, and generalizing patterns to make predictions. You will be interpreting results, making conjectures, and using mathematical reasoning to solve problems using knowledge and understanding of the topics studied. We will use algebraic symbols and operations to represent and analyze mathematical structures. Through inquiry-based learning, we will be investigating patterns of graphs, tables, equations, and contexts. You will be expected to use academic language in your communication of mathematics throughout this course both orally and in writing. Throughout the learning process, you will have time to practice applying mathematics in real-life contexts and use reflection in mathematics. You will have the opportunity to reflect upon the processes and evaluate the correctness as well as the significance of your mathematical findings.

College Prep builds on prior knowledge from Algebra and Geometry courses and allows students to explore advanced topics to deepen their knowledge of mathematics and the world.  In addition to the mathematical skills learned in the class, students will also learn the life skills of pattern/transformation recognition, attention to detail, and being able to support your decisions with logical, supported reasoning. Students will also practice making predictions based on statistical, algebraic, or mathematical computations.

A two-part, yearlong concurrent enrollment course that covers applied algebra and an introduction to statistics at the college level. Rather than statistical calculations, this course emphasizes the interpretation and evaluation of surveys, experiments, probabilities, graphic/tabular displays, data summaries, or other statistical reports encountered in daily life.  Topics include: data collection, numerical and graphic summaries, basic ideas of probability, the normal distribution, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, and index numbers. Reading and learning from the textbook is an essential component of this course. You will be expected to read independently and summarize learning from the textbook almost every day. The grade you receive in the second semester will go on your college transcript. 

IB Math Applications and Interpretation SL is a standard level International Baccalaureate course that covers a variety of advanced math topics with an emphasis on statistics and an introduction to calculus.  This course includes a REQUIRED Internal Assessment (a mathematical analysis paper written and submitted during 2nd quarter) and two REQUIRED IB exams given in May (each “paper” is a 90-minute exam).

IB Analysis 1 is a year-long course that serves both as a general pre-calculus class and as the first part of the two-year IB Analysis course. Topics include trigonometry, functional analysis, probability, and other topics that help prepare students for Calculus. The course emphasizes the need for analytical expertise in a world where innovation is increasingly dependent on a deep understanding of mathematics. Though we will use technology, this course has a strong emphasis on the ability to construct, communicate, and justify correct mathematical arguments.

IBSL Analysis & Approaches Year 2 is a standard level International Baccalaureate course that covers a variety of advanced math topics including an introduction to calculus.  This course includes an Internal Assessment (a math exploration paper written and submitted throughout the first 2 quarters) and two  IB exams given in May (each “paper” is a 90-minute exam). You will be interpreting results, making conjectures, and using mathematical reasoning to solve problems using knowledge and understanding of the topics studied. Throughout the learning process you will have time to practice applying mathematics in real-world contexts. You will have the opportunity to reflect upon the processes and evaluate the correctness as well as the significance of your mathematical findings. Reflection will also allow you to become aware of the strengths and challenges you face as a learner.

All students are expected to sign up for and take the end of year IB exam that corresponds to this class.  Under certain circumstances, students may work with the teacher to do something in place of this test if they do not need it to complete the IB diploma.