Mathematics

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

PRE-ALGEBRA
This course will bridge elementary math with Algebra, focusing on number systems (integers, fractions, decimals), proportional reasoning (ratios, percents), evaluating expressions, solving one- and multi-step linear equations/inequalities, basic graphing, and foundational geometry (area, volume, Pythagorean Theorem), building skills for higher math by emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving with variables and functions. Students are placed in this course based on standardized tests scores and grades.
Does not meet NCAA core requirements.
Grade 9 1 credit

ALGEBRA I
Algebra I is a beginning level course for high school algebra. The course develops the algebraic knowledge that can be used to solve a variety of real world and mathematical problems. Major emphasis is placed on algebraic reasoning, concepts, and applications of the real number system, solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities, solving systems of linear equations, basic properties of exponents, and solving quadratic equations.
Students will be required to take the Missouri End of Course exam in this class.         

Grade 9 1 credit

GEOMETRY
In this course, geometric figures are described, analyzed, and used in various applications; especially in setting up algebraic equations based on geometric principles.  Logical thinking, both inductive and deductive, is emphasized.

Prerequisite: Algebra I  

Grades 10-12 1 credit

HONORS GEOMETRY
Students in Honors Geometry will be required to complete the same components of Geometry with a more rigorous workload striving for a greater depth of knowledge, with independent study projects and more required problems. 

Prerequisite: Algebra I with teacher recommendation OR C or better in Accelerated 8th Grade Math    

Grades 9-10 1 credit

ALGEBRA II
This course emphasizes the structure of the real and complex number systems, deductive reasoning as used in algebra, the function concept and graphs, along with coordinate geometry of points and lines.  This course is recommended for college-bound students. 

Prerequisite:  Algebra I and  Geometry      

Grades 10-12    1 credit

HONORS ADVANCED ALGEBRA
Students in Honors Advanced Algebra will be required to complete the same components of Algebra II with a more rigorous workload striving for a greater depth of knowledge, with independent study projects and more required problems.

Prerequisite: Accelerated Math 8 or Algebra I and Honors Geometry with teacher recommendation. 
Students who took Honors Geometry as a freshman will be required to take the Missouri End of Course exam in this class.  

Grades 10-12 1  credit

ALGEBRA III
This course is designed to review key ACT concepts learned in Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II to help students be successful on the ACT. 

Prerequisite:  Algebra II     

Grades 11-12 1 credit

HONORS COLLEGE ALGEBRA
This class is designed to follow the requirements from Missouri Baptist University. Topics in algebra and probability, polynomial functions, the binomial theorem, logarithms, exponentials, and solutions to systems of equations. To receive dual-credit from Missouri Baptist University, students will need a 3.0 GPA or higher with parent approval. 

Prerequisite: Honors Advanced Algebra OR Algebra II 

College Credit

Grades 11-12 1 credit

HONORS PRE-CALCULUS
This class is designed to follow the requirements from Missouri Baptist University. Topics in this course include factoring, simplifying rational functions, functions and their graphs, solving linear and nonlinear equations, polynomial functions, inverse functions, the binomial theorem, logarithms, exponentials, solutions to systems of equations using matrices, solutions to nonlinear systems of equations, and sequences.  Students will also study trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions with emphasis on trigonometric identities and equations.  To receive dual-credit from Missouri Baptist University, students will need a 3.0 GPA or higher with parent approval. 

Prerequisite: Honors Advanced Algebra OR Algebra II with Teacher Recommendation

College Credit  

Grades 11-12 1 credit

HONORS  CALCULUS
This class is designed to follow the requirements from Missouri Baptist University.  This course provides an introduction to differential and integral calculus.  Topics include limits, derivatives, related rates, the Mean-Value Theorem, Max-Min problems, the integral, the Fundamental Theorem of Integral Calculus, areas, volumes, and average values.  To receive dual-credit from Missouri Baptist University, students will need a 3.0  GPA or higher with parent approval. 

Prerequisite: Honors Pre-Calculus and Teacher Recommendation. 

College Credit

Grade 12 1 credit

HONORS STATISTICS
Topics include the concept of probability and its properties, descriptive statistics, discrete and continuous random variables, expected value, distribution functions, the central limit theorem, random sampling and sampling distributions. To receive dual-credit from Missouri Baptist University, students will need a 3.0 GPA or higher with parent approval.  

Prerequisite: Honors Advanced Algebra OR Algebra II with Teacher Recommendation

College Credit

Grades 11- 12 1 credit