Mathematics

Classes offered at various grade levels may require a prerequisite. Refer to the course catalog for detailed information. 

MA100  PRE-ALGEBRA 

(Grade 9)

Weight 1.0    Credit 1/year

Prerequisite: Administrative Approval 

This class is a great opportunity to start off your math path at the high school with success. Students will be focusing on the foundations necessary for upcoming Algebra classes at the high school. After completing the course, students will have a better understanding and the essential skills necessary for a successful sophomore and junior year in math at the high school. Students will be placed in this class based upon teacher recommendation and past academic history in mathematics.

MA110 COMPREHENSIVE ALGEBRA 1A

(Grade 9)

Weight 1.0 Credit 1/year

This course is the first part of Algebra 1 and helps build a foundation for future math classes. You will master linear relationships while giving you the skills to tackle real-world problems with confidence. This class also serves as the first step in preparing you for the state Keystone Exam in Algebra. A scientific calculator will be used often, so students are encouraged to have their own inexpensive one for daily practice.

MA120 COMPREHENSIVE ALGEBRA 1B (Grade 10-11) 

Weight 1.0 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Passing grade in Comprehensive Algebra 1A in grade 9.

This is part two of the Algebra 1 course. Students will extend foundational learning from Algebra 1A while learning concepts surrounding systems of equations/inequalities, exponents, polynomials and radicals. The state-mandated Keystone Algebra Exam will be taken at the end of the course.

MA130 COLLEGE PREP ALGEBRA 1B 

(Grade 9) 

Weight 1.1        Credit 1/year

This is part two of the Algebra 1 course. Students will extend foundational learning from Algebra 1A while learning concepts surrounding systems of equations/inequalities, exponents, polynomials and radicals. The state-mandated Keystone Algebra Exam will be taken at the completion of the course.

MA210   COMPREHENSIVE GEOMETRY (Grades 10-11)

Weight 1.0 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Grade of passing Comprehensive Algebra 1B.

This course comes after Algebra 1 and introduces you to the basics of geometry. You’ll learn how to use logic and reasoning, work with parallel and perpendicular lines, explore different types of triangles and quadrilaterals, and understand congruence and similarity. We’ll also study right triangles, circles, surface area, and volume. 

MA220  COLLEGE PREP GEOMETRY (Grades 9-11) 

Weight 1.1 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  A grade of a passing in College Prep Algebra 1B.

This course comes after Algebra 1 and introduces you to the basics of geometry. You’ll learn how to use logic and reasoning, work with parallel and perpendicular lines, explore different types of triangles and quadrilaterals, and understand congruence and similarity. We’ll also study right triangles, circles, surface area, and volume. 

MA230  HONORS GEOMETRY (Grades 9-10)    

Weight 1.2 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of Algebra 1B or Algebra in Junior High School.

This course comes after Algebra 1 and introduces you to the basics of geometry. You’ll learn how to use logic and reasoning, work with parallel and perpendicular lines, explore different types of triangles and quadrilaterals, and understand congruence and similarity. We’ll also study right triangles, circles, surface area, and volume. 

MA315   NURSING PREP MATH 

(Grades 11-12)  

Weight 1.0 Credit 0.5/semester

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of Comprehensive Algebra 1B and Comprehensive Geometry

Get ready for a math adventure designed especially for future nurses!  In this course, you’ll discover the power of numbers and how they help keep patients safe and healthy.

In the first part of the class, you’ll dive into the world of statistics — learning how to gather information, spot patterns, understand chances, and make smart predictions using numbers. It’s like unlocking the secret code behind how things happen!   In the second part, you’ll level up your math skills with hands-on practice. You’ll conquer fractions, decimals, and percents, learn how to switch between different measurements, and even calculate medicine doses and drip rates with confidence. These are real skills nurses use every day — and you’ll be learning them in a clear, safe, and empowering way.

MA310   SURVEY OF ADVANCED MATH TOPICS (Grades 11-12)

Weight  1.05 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of Geometry.

Survey of Advanced Math Topics is designed for students that wish to continue the study of mathematics, at a foundational level. Goals of the course include real-world and technical applications of mathematics, as well as introducing topics from Algebra 2 and computer programming. This course is ideal for any student planning on entering the military or post-secondary program after graduation as well as for those directly entering the workforce after high school.

MA320 COLLEGE PREP ALGEBRA 2 (Grades 10-12)  

Weight 1.1 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of Geometry.

Take your math skills to the next level with Algebra 2! This course builds on what you learned in Algebra 1 and helps you strengthen your problem-solving skills, deepen your understanding of mathematical concepts, and gain the confidence to tackle more challenging math. Perfect for students who want a solid academic foundation, this class will prepare you for success in future courses and show you just how powerful and rewarding math can be!

MA330   HONORS ALGEBRA 2 (Grades 9-11)     

Weight 1.2 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Grade of a "B" or better in Honors Geometry or grade of an "A" in College Prep Geometry.

Take your math skills to the next level with Algebra 2! This course builds on what you learned in Algebra 1 and helps you strengthen your problem-solving skills, deepen your understanding of mathematical concepts, and gain the confidence to tackle more challenging math. Perfect for students who want a solid academic foundation, this class will prepare you for success in future courses and show you just how powerful and rewarding math can be!

MA410   COLLEGE PREP TRIGONOMETRY & PRE–CALCULUS (Grades 11-12)     

Weight 1.1 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of Algebra 2.

Planning to attend a two- or four-year college? If so, Algebra 2 alone won’t give you all the math skills you’ll need for the SAT or for college placement exams. Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus is the ideal next step for any college-bound student. This course builds on what you learned in Geometry and Algebra 2 while preparing you for more advanced math, including Calculus. You’ll strengthen your problem-solving skills, explore new types of functions, and gain the confidence needed for success in college-level mathematics.

MA420  HONORS TRIGONOMETRY & PRE–CALCULUS (Grades 10-12)     

Weight 1.2 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of Algebra 2.

Honors Trigonometry and Precalculus is designed for students planning to attend a four-year college and interested in math, science, or fields that require strong analytical skills. The course builds on what you learned in Geometry and Algebra 2, helping you deepen your understanding of functions, strengthen your problem-solving skills, and see how math models real-world situations. You’ll explore new concepts that prepare you for advanced courses like Calculus, Statistics, and Discrete Math, and gain the confidence and knowledge needed for success in college-level math. 

MA430  HONORS CALCULUS 

(Grades 11-12) 

Weight 1.2 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of  Trigonometry 

Honors Calculus is the culmination of everything you’ve learned in Algebra, Geometry, and Precalculus, and opens the door to a brand-new way of understanding how the world works through mathematics. This course is ideal for students interested in fields like engineering, science, technology, and higher-level math. You’ll explore the two major branches of calculus and experience many of the same concepts taught in a first-year college course—while developing strong study habits and academic confidence. By the end, you’ll be well prepared for your next steps in math or science, whether in high school or at the college level. 

MA910   ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS 

(Grades 11- 12)

Weight 1.3 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  A grade of a “B” or better in Honors Trig 

Calculus is the capstone of everything you’ve learned in algebra and geometry—and it opens the door to exciting new ideas. Students planning to study engineering, mathematics, or the sciences will find this course especially valuable, as calculus is a foundation for all of those fields. In this class, you’ll explore the two main branches of calculus and build a strong understanding before encountering the faster pace of college-level work. By the end of the year, you’ll have the option to take the AP Exam, which may earn you college credit.  

MA510   DISCRETE MATH AND PROBLEM SOLVING 

(Grades 10-12) 

Weight 1.2 Credit 0.5/semester

Prerequisite recommendation:  Completion of Honors Algebra 2 or Algebra 2.

If you’re ready for a different kind of math class—one that goes beyond solving for x and graphing lines—Discrete Mathematics is for you. In this course, you’ll explore the building blocks of modern mathematics, including logic, sets, and prime numbers, all through hands-on games and activities that introduce each new idea.

Throughout the semester, you’ll discover surprising connections between math, computer science, electronics, and even philosophy—topics most students never encounter in traditional algebra or geometry classes. You’ll also learn practical problem-solving strategies to help you confidently tackle unfamiliar challenges.

MA530  PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS 

(Grades 11-12)    

Weight 1.1 Credit 0.5/semester

Prerequisite recommendation:  Completion of Honors Algebra 2 or Algebra 2.

Get ready for a math course that feels like a mix of puzzles, mysteries, and real-world problem-solving! This class is perfect for students who are planning to go to college, but it’s also great for anyone who enjoys math and wants to challenge themselves. You’ll explore the world of probability, where you’ll learn how to count all the different ways things can happen, figure out the chances of events, and even predict what might happen next. You’ll work with cool ideas like permutations, combinations, and random choices — it’s like becoming a math detective! You’ll also dive into statistics, where you’ll organize and understand data, learn about different kinds of distributions, and discover how to test ideas to see if they’re true. It’s all about making sense of information and spotting patterns, just like a scientist. Everything you learn connects to real-life situations, so you’ll see how these skills actually matter. And guess what? Using a graphing calculator like the TI-84 or TI-83+ will make your math adventures even more fun — it’s like having a super-powered tool to help you crack the code!  The Texas Instruments graphing calculator TI-84 or 83+ is strongly recommended for this course.

MA920  ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS 

(Grades 11-12) 
Weight 1.3 Credit 1/year
Prerequisite recommendation:  Completion of Honors Trigonometry with at least a “B” or CP Trigonometry with an A. 

AP Statistics is a super-charged math adventure that’s as challenging as a real college class! It gets you ready for the AP Statistics exam — a big test that many students in the class choose to take to show off what they’ve learned. Because this class moves quickly and covers lots of cool ideas, it’s perfect for students who are curious, motivated, and ready to explore how numbers can explain the world around us. You’ll dig into awesome topics like discovering what data can tell you, designing your own experiments, spotting patterns before they happen, and making smart predictions using statistics. You’ll even learn how to test ideas to see if they’re really true.  The Texas Instruments graphing calculator TI-84 or 83+  is strongly recommended for this course as it is required for the exam.