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3012 Foundations of Personal Finance 12 CP **Not Offered in 2025-2026 School Year
310 Foundations in Mathematics 11/12 CP **Not Offered in 2025-2026 School Year
* These courses do not count towards NCAA eligibility
Department Information
Department Information
Currently each student must pass two years of mathematics at Wellesley High School, not including computer programming courses, in order to fulfill graduation requirements. Starting with the Class of 2028, that requirement will increase to three years. Wellesley High School strongly encourages enrollment in a mathematics course in each of a student’s four years in high school. Courses are offered ranging from Geometry to Advanced Placement Calculus or Statistics in the senior year, many at three levels of difficulty. Students are recommended for a specific level based upon demonstrated achievement and interest in mathematics. It is strongly urged that students consider these factors when selecting courses of study in mathematics. As a general guideline, students who achieve a grade of B or better in their present course and have their teacher’s recommendation will be prepared for the next course at that level.
Any student who completes Calculus before their senior year should talk with the Math Department Head about their options.
Honors Level courses are designed for gifted and highly motivated students who have demonstrated high achievement and the ability to handle an accelerated pace. Student work requires thoughtful analysis and attention to detail leading to synthesis of new ideas and prior learning. Diversified strategies and skills to solve complex, challenging problems, and the ability and desire to think, reason, work independently and in teams, and communicate mathematically on an abstract and symbolic level will be expected of all students. Nightly homework may include previewing new material, applying and extending concepts discussed in class, researching various aspects of mathematics, and completing team projects. This sequence leads to the study of Calculus or Statistics at the Advanced Placement level in the senior year. Students should have a teacher recommendation based on superior achievement in a previous mathematics course.
ACP Level courses are a demanding part of the advanced college preparatory program. The pace is rigorous and a great deal of outside preparation is expected. Students must demonstrate effective mathematical skills or be sufficiently motivated and determined to acquire these skills. The ability to think, reason, and communicate mathematically is required. Consolidation and application of math concepts are developed both independently and with the guidance of the teacher. Written and oral work must exhibit proficiency in a multi-faceted approach to solving problems. Nightly homework may involve applying and extending concepts discussed in class; previewing new material; and, at times, carrying out independent projects. This sequence leads to an introduction to college mathematics in the senior year. Students should have a teacher recommendation based on solid success in a previous mathematics course.
CP Level is a college preparatory program for students who need substantial structure and a focus on skill development. Material is presented at a deliberate pace in both abstract and experiential formats. The goal of these courses is to enable students to be confident learners who are solidly based in the fundamentals of mathematics. Those fundamentals must include the ability to think, reason and communicate effectively about mathematics. There is a continual emphasis on applying problem solving skills to real life situations. There is considerable variety in approaches to the course work. Nightly homework may involve applying and extending concepts discussed in class; previewing new material; and, at times, carrying out independent projects. Students generally require additional help and practice in understanding and learning new materials. This sequence leads to an integrated Personal Finance course senior year. Students should have a recommendation from the teacher of their previous math course.
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