Skyward Course Code: MAT100

• Year: 1.0 credit

• Grade Level: 9

• Prerequisite: None

Algebra 1 Concepts is a basic course in algebra covering the following topics: operations on integers, rational numbers, scientific notation, polynomials and exponents; solving and graphing linear equations; applications of linear equations, solving and graphing quadratic equations by factoring.

Students may NOT earn credit for both Algebra 1 and Algebra 1 Concepts.

Skyward Course Code: MAT110

• Year: 1.0 credit

• Grade Level: 8-9

• Prerequisite: None

Algebra 1 Concepts is a basic course in algebra covering the following topics: operations on integers, rational numbers, scientific notation, polynomials and exponents; solving and graphing linear equations; applications of linear equations, solving and graphing quadratic equations by factoring.

Students may NOT earn credit for both Algebra 1 and Algebra 1 Concepts.

Skyward Course Code: MAT210

• Year: 1.0 credit

• Grade Level: 10

• Prerequisite: Algebra Concepts

Geometry Concepts is a basic course in geometry. The student will study points, lines, planes, circles, triangles, polygons, and solid figures. Geometry Concepts will stress the ability to reason logically and to solve real-world problems using both algebra and geometry topics. The class will concentrate strongly on reinforcing the student’s algebra skills throughout the year so that the student will be ready for Algebra 2 next year.

Students may NOT earn credit for both Geometry and Geometry Concepts.

Skyward Course Code: MAT220

• Year: 1.0 credit

• Grade Level: 9-10

• Prerequisite: Algebra 1

The first semester of Geometry centers on the development of deductive reasoning through the use of geometric proofs. The second semester deals with the different properties of geometric figures and applying algebra in finding the measures of segments, angles, and areas of polygons. Geometry is strongly recommended for all students who may enter college or technical school after

graduation.

Skyward Course Code: MAT230

• Year: 1.0 credit

• Grade Level: 10-11

• Prerequisite: Algebra 1 and Geometry

Algebra 2 provides a more detailed look into the set of real numbers. Systems of equations and conic sections are also studied. Algebra 2 may be taken concurrently with Geometry (with consent of the instructor). Algebra 2 is strongly recommended for all students who plan to attend a four year university after graduation and for all students who plan to pursue a career in a math related field.

Skyward Course Code: MAT300

• Year: 1.0 credit

• Grade Level: 11-12

• Prerequisite: Algebra 2

Pre-Calculus completes the formal study of the elementary functions begun in Algebra 2. Students will learn to use technology, modeling, and problem solving to solve problems involving polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Pre-Calculus also thoroughly analyzes the trigonometric functions and their graphs, the inverse trigonometric functions, polar coordinates, and sequences and series. Since Pre-Calculus blends the concepts and skills that must be

mastered before enrollment in a college-level calculus course, it is advisable that all students consult with the instructor or guidance counselor regarding the necessity of Pre-Calculus.

Skyward Course Code: MAT400

• Year: 1.0 credit

• Grade Level: 11-12

• Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus

Calculus is the mathematics of change and motion, of limits and areas. This course studies the two main areas of Calculus, differentiation and integration, as well as a brief review of the algebraic and transcendental functions. Topics include limits, derivatives, related rates, the Mean Value Theorem, maximum-minimum problems, the integral, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, areas, and volumes. Applications of differential calculus to real-world problems will also be thoroughly explored. Calculus is for students who will be majoring in mathematics or a math-related field like biology, psychology, or the health sciences when they enter college. Students have the opportunity to take the AP Calculus exam at the end of this course if they choose.

Skyward Course Code: MAT200

• Year: 1.0 credit

• Grade Level: 11-12

• Prerequisite: Algebra or Algebra Concepts, Geometry or Geometry Concepts

Students who have an ACT math score lower than 22 are encouraged to take this couse. After taking this course, students should be able to enroll into College Algebra even if they do not meet the ACT or entrance exam requirements. 

All students need to be able to make reasonable decisions about fiscal, environmental, and health issues that require quantitative reasoning skills. A collaborative, activity-based approach is used in this course to explore numerical relationships, graphs, proportional relationships, algebraic reasoning, and problem solving using linear, exponential and other mathematical models. Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of key mathematical concepts in a variety of contexts. 

Skyward Course Code: MAT320

• Year: 1.0 credit

• Grade Level: 11-12

• Prerequisite: Algebra 2

Introductory Statistics is an advanced course. The primary focus of Introductory Statistics is having the students acquire the basic principles and procedures of doing statistical inference about various populations based on sample data. This is accomplished by studying the topics of Descriptive Statistics, Probability Distributions, Sample Sizes, Hypothesis Testing, Correlation, and Regression. Through the use of examples from business and economics, engineering, and the social sciences of psychology and sociology, students will learn the appropriate techniques for the systematic collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of experimental results.