Course: Algebra 1

Grade Level: 9 - 10

Course Description:

Algebra 1 is the first math class a student needs to complete in high school. This course provides a comprehensive teaching of the fundamental aspects of problem solving including explaining their thought processes. Major topics of study include: Solving equations, solving linear inequalities, evaluating expressions, combining like terms, exponent rules, polynomials, solving and graphing linear equations, word problems, introduction to patterns, greatest common factor, slope, distance, statistics and data analysis. They will several opportunities to collaboratively learn through writing, speaking, listening, and reading about various math concepts.

Course: Geometry

Grade Level: 10 - 11

Course Description:

Geometry is the second math class a student will need to complete in high school. The fundamental purpose of the course in Geometry is to formalize and extend students’ geometric experiences from the middle grades. This course is designed to emphasize the study of the properties and applications of common geometric figures in two and three dimensions. Students explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout the course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations. Topics covered include: Angles, similar triangles, congruent figures, Pythagorean Theorem, trigonometry, quadrilaterals, circles, area, perimeter, volume, surface area, and transformations. They will several opportunities to collaboratively learn through writing, speaking, listening, and reading about various math concepts.

Course: Algebra II

Grade Level: 11- 12

Course Description:

This course is designed to build on algebraic and geometric concepts. Algebra 2 is the third math course in high school and will guide you through among other things linear equations, inequalities, graphs, matrices, polynomials and radical expressions, quadratic equations, functions, exponential and logarithmic expressions, sequences and series, probability and trigonometry. The content of this course are important for students’ success on both the ACT and college mathematics entrance exams. Students will engage in daily conversations about problem solving. They will have to teach and collaboratively learn through writing, speaking, listening, and reading about various math concepts.

Prerequisites: Algebra 1 & Geometry