Algebra I

Math Credit— Grade 9

(1 period per day for 1 year)

The fundamental purpose of this Common Core course is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in middle grades. The students will continue to apply the eight mathematical practices of the Common Core through their study of linear, quadratic, and exponential functions. In particular, they will compare and contrast these families of functions through in-depth analysis. In addition, other topics include systems of equations, inequalities, polynomials, data analysis and statistics, exponent rules, and radicals.

Algebra Plus

0.5 elective credit — Grade 9

(Alternating periods for 1yr) Paired with Study Hall

Prerequisites: teacher recommendation

The Plus Courses in mathematics provide students with the opportunity to study concepts for seven to eight periods a week with their mathematics teacher. The Plus Courses will fully explore course topics with emphasis placed in identifying root causes of difficulties, clarifying ideas and concepts and looking at topics from different perspectives. In addition, students enrolled in the Plus Courses will receive an additional 1/2 credit as an elective.

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Geometry

1 Math Credit— Grades 10, 11, 12

(1 period per day for 1 year)

Prerequisites: Algebra I and teacher recommendation

The fundamental purpose of this Common Core course is to formalize and extend students’ geometric experiences from the middle grades. Students explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. In addition to traditional topics of dimension, measurement, congruency, similarity, and 2-D and 3-D shapes, transformation, logic concepts and probability are emphasized early and thoroughly.

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Geometry Plus

0.5 elective credit — Grades 10, 11, 12

(Alternating periods for 1 yr) paired with study hall

Prerequisites: Algebra and teacher recommendation

The Plus Courses in mathematics provide students with the opportunity to study concepts for seven to eight periods a week with their mathematics teacher. The Plus Courses will fully explore course topics with emphasis placed in identifying root causes of difficulties, clarifying ideas and concepts and looking at topics from different perspectives. In addition, students enrolled in the Plus Courses will receive an additional 1/2 credit as a math elective.

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Honors Geometry

1 Math Credit— Grades 9, 10

( 1 period per day for 1 year)

Prerequisites: Algebra I and teacher recommendation

The fundamental purpose of this Common Core course is to formalize and extend student’s geometric experiences from the middle grades. Students explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, including formal mathematical arguments and proof. Beyond the standard Geometry curriculum above, students will investigate analytic trigonometry, theorems about circles, advanced volume concepts, transformations, logic, and probability concepts related to geometry. Honors Geometry requires student to be able to think deeply about mathematics.

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Algebra II

1 Math credit - Grades 9-12

(1 period per day for 1 year)

Prerequisites: Geometry and teacher recommendation

The fundamental purpose of this Common Core course is to build on previous work with quadratic, and exponential functions. Students extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational, radical, trigonometric and logarithmic functions. Students work closely with the expressions that define the functions, and continue to expand and hone their abilities to model situations and to solve equations, including solving quadratic, rational, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric equations. Students will explore concepts of matrices including operations, inverses, and determinants. In addition, students will use matrices to solve equations.

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Algebra II Plus

0.5 elective credit - Grades 11, 12

(Alternating periods for 1 year) paired with study hall

Prerequisites: Geometry and teacher recommendation

The Plus Courses in mathematics provide students with the opportunity to study concepts for seven to eight periods a week with their mathematics teacher. The Plus Courses will fully explore course topics with emphasis placed on identifying root causes of difficulties, clarifying ideas and concepts and looking at topics from different perspectives. In addition, students enrolled in the Plus Courses will receive an additional 1/2 credit as an elective.

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Honors Algebra II

1 Math Credit— Grades 9, 10, 11

(1 period per day for 1 year)

Prerequisites: Honors Geometry, Geometry and teacher recommendation

The fundamental purpose of this Common Core course is to formalize and extend concepts studied in Algebra I. Students will deeply explore and justify mathematical concepts and claims. Beyond the standard Algebra II curriculum above, students will fully investigate matrices and explore all six trigonometric functions.

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Mathematics Applications and Interpretation/ IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation SL(Formerly Math Studies /IB Math Studies)

1 Math Credits— Grades 11 and 12

(1 period per day)

Prerequisites: Algebra II

IB Fees: Only if taking as an IB course. The approximate cost for a single IB course is $120.00.

Mathematics Applications and Interpretation/ IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation SL focus on important interconnected mathematical topics. The syllabus focuses on: placing more emphasis on student understanding of fundamental concepts than on symbolic manipulation; giving greater emphasis to developing students’ mathematical reasoning rather than performing routine operations; and solving mathematical problems embedded in a wide range of contexts. There is an emphasis on applications of mathematics and statistical techniques. The course is designed to offer students with varied mathematical backgrounds and abilities the opportunity to learn important concepts, to gain an understanding of a wide variety of mathematical topics, and to develop more sophisticated mathematical reasoning. Topics of study include number & algebra; statistics and probability; geometry and trigonometry, calculus and functions. Students in the IB section will create an individual piece of work (the Project) involving the collection of information or the generation of measurements and subsequent analysis and evaluation.

All students enrolled in IB section of the Course are required to take all IB Internal and External assessments. In October of the final year of the course, students will be required to pay IB fees, which cover the cost of registration with the IBO, international curriculum and examination development, Internal and External assessments, and examination fees.

Students enrolled in the Mathematics Applications and Interpretation course will cover all of the content of the IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation SL course, but will not participate in either the Internal or External assessments. For more on the cost of the IB program, see here.

IB SL Calculus

1 Math credit — Grade 11 and 12

(1 period per day for 1 year)

Prerequisites: Algebra II, AFT or Precalculus and teacher recommendation

IB Fees: The approximate cost for a single IB course is approximately $120

IB SL Calculus follows the International Baccalaureate Standard Level curriculum and is designed for students who anticipate a need for a sound mathematical background in preparation for their future studies. Calculus, including elementary differentiation and integration, is a primary topic of study. Other course topics include algebra, functions and equations, trigonometry, vectors, statistics and probability. Students will be expected to write two IB Papers, as well as one internal IB assessment.

All students enrolled in IB Courses are required to take all IB Internal and External assessments. In October of the final year of the course, students will be required to pay IB fees, which cover the cost of registration with the IBO, international curriculum and examination development, Internal and External assessments, and examination fees. For more on the cost of the IB program, see here.

Honors Precalculus

1 Math credit — Grade 10 and 11

1 period per day for 1 year)

Prerequisites: Honors Algebra II and teacher recommendation

Honors Precalculus is designed for honors students (see note on Honors Program) who anticipate a need for a solid mathematical background for their future studies. This course will meet the curricular prerequisites for AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, IB Mathematics SL/AP, and IB Mathematics HL/AP. Students are expected to possess a solid understanding of mathematics concepts developed in Honors Algebra II and previous courses. This course discusses all non-calculus content from the IB HL curriculum. The emphasis of this course is the theory and applications of core topics that include functions and equations, trigonometry, vectors, matrices, conic sections, polar co-ordinates, probability and statistics, and proof techniques.

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AP Calculus AB/IB SL Calculus AB

AP - 1 Math credit — Grade 11 and12

IB - 1 Math credit — Grade 11 and 12

(1 period per day for 1 year)

IB Fees: The approximate cost for a single IB course is $120.00.

Prerequisites: Precalculus or Honors Precalculus and teacher recommendation

AP Calculus AB is designed to develop the students’ understanding of the concepts of calculus and provide experience with its methods and applications. This challenging and demanding course emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally.

Connections among these representations are also important. Through the use of the unifying themes - function analysis, limits, derivatives, integrals, approximation, and applications and modeling - the course becomes a cohesive whole rather than a collection of unrelated topics.

In addition to meeting the philosophy and goals of the AP program, this course is also intended to fulfill the requirements of the International Baccalaureate Standard Level curriculum. IB students will be expected to complete internal IB assessments. IB students will also be expected to write two IB Papers. Review of selected topics from previous mathematics courses may be assigned during the summer. All students enrolled in IB Courses are required to take all IB Internal and External assessments. In October of the final year of the course, students will be required to pay IB fees which cover the cost of registration with the IBO, international curriculum and examination development, Internal and External assessments, and examination fees. For more on the cost of the IB program, see here.

AP Calculus BC/IB HL Calculus BC

AP - 1 Math credit — Grade 11 and 12

IB - IB HL Calculus BC

1 Math credit — Grade 12

(1 period per day for 1 year)

Prerequisites: Honors Precalculus and teacher recommendation

IB Fees: The approximate cost for a single IB course is $120.00.

AP Calculus BC is an extension of AP Calculus AB rather than an enhancement; common topics require a similar depth of understanding, but at an accelerated pace.

As with Calculus AB, this course is designed to develop the students’ understanding of the concepts of calculus and provide experience with its methods and applications. This challenging and demanding course emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. Connections among these representations are also important. Through the use of the unifying themes - function analysis, limits, derivatives, integrals, approximation, and applications and modeling - the course becomes a cohesive whole rather than a collection of unrelated topics.

In addition to meeting the philosophy and goals of the AP program, this course is also intended to be the second year of the International Baccalaureate Higher Level curriculum. IB students will be expected to complete internal IB assessments. IB students will also be expected to write two IB Papers. Review of selected topics from previous mathematics courses may be assigned during the summer. All students enrolled in IB Courses are required to take all IB Internal and External assessments. In October of the final year of the course, students will be required to pay IB fees which cover the cost of registration with the IBO, international curriculum and examination development, Internal and External assessments, and examination fees. For more on the cost of the IB program, see here.

AP Statistics

1 Math credit — Grades 11, 12

(1 period per day for 1 year)

Prerequisites: Geometry and teacher recommendations

AP Statistics introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: exploring data through identifying and describing patterns, planning and designing statistical samples and experiments, exploring random phenomenon by utilizing probability theory and simulation, and drawing conclusions through formal statistical inference. Important components of the course include the use of technology, student-designed data collection projects, in-class data analysis activities, cooperative group problem-solving, and writing, as a part of concept-oriented instruction and assessment. This course can be taken as an elective or as one of the four (4) math credits required for graduation.