Below is the Mathematics four-year high school sequence chart: Students enter the ninth grade at the level of their ability and need to complete a minimum of three years of Mathematics for HS graduation. All students need a minimum of two years of Algebra and one year of Geometry. Many universities recommend four years of mathematics. Progression is dependent on the recommendation of the student's Math teacher and students may not always stay in the described sequence. A Vocational/Business math class may be used by any student as make-up Math credit.

Math Enrichment Lab

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Elective
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

This Math Enrichment Lab is designed to help students pass the math class in which they are currently enrolled. The class size is kept as small as possible in order to give students the opportunity to receive as much individualized attention as possible. Students are given 1) extra practice problems similar to what they’re learning in their other math class, 2) math skills practice involving such topics as fractions, percents, order of operations, graphing, positive and negative numbers, and much more, and 3) assistance with homework from their other math class. The goal is to build student confidence in the area of math and set them up to pass three years of math in order to fulfill graduation requirements.

ALGEBRA I - CT

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Successful completion of math 8 & instructors approval

Our Algebra curricula uses software, text and classroom instruction that utilizes student’s intuitive problem-solving abilities they have learned to help them comprehend and master higher-order mathematical concepts like solving linear equations, systems of equations, quadratics and more complex geometric concepts.

ALGEBRA I

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Math 8 with at least a C grade & instructor's approval

This course will emphasize graphing, solving problems with equations, ratios, probability, similarity, direct variations, and modeling data using linear equations. Students who excel in this course will be prepared to take Geometry or Geometry - CT.

GEOMETRY CT

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Algebra I or Algebra I – CT, at least a C grade & instructor's approval

This Geometry course uses multiple learning styles in the presentation and practice of the curriculum. In the classroom, students use individual group and hands on learning to discover many properties and Theorems of Geometry. In the computer lab, students will use Carnegie Learning software to practice and refine individual skills at their own pace, tailored to their specific needs. The connection between the computer lab and the classroom is then linked by using assignments that require deeper level thinking using application of skills learned.

GEOMETRY

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Algebra I (1-2) with at least a C grade & instructor's approval

This course has two primary goals: the development of clear and logical thinking; and the ability to solve practical problems. To accomplish this, students will perform geometric investigations. These investigations will lead to geometric discoveries. The newly discovered geometric properties, along with prior knowledge, will be applied to real world problems. Among the topics covered in this course are inductive reasoning, geometric constructions, properties of lines, angles, triangles, polygons, circles, area, volume, and the Pythagorean Theorem.

ACCELERATED GEOMETRY

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Admission into the Magnet Program or Math Dept. Approval

This course is the first in a series designed to produce logical thinking mathematical students who have the ability to communicate effectively in the language of mathematics. This course has two primary goals; the development of clear and logical thinking through the use of inductive reasoning; and the ability to solve practical problems. To accomplish this, students will perform geometric investigations; these investigations will lead to geometric discoveries. The newly discovered geometric properties, along with prior knowledge, will be applied to real world problems.

ALGEBRA II

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Geometry or Geometry – CT, at least a C grade & instructor's approval

This course reviews and extends the study of the real number system used in Algebra I and Geometry. A numerical, graphical and symbolic approach to the study of linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions will be emphasized. The student who masters the material offered in Algebra II will be prepared to take a first-year Pre-Calculus course in college or College Algebra Prep. It is highly recommended that students in this course purchase a TI-83 or TI-84 graphing calculator.

ACCELERATED ALGEBRA II

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Admission in the MST Magnet Program or Math Dept. approval

Accelerated Algebra II is the study of the complex number system, symbolic manipulation, and functions. Advanced algebraic and data analysis techniques incorporating the use of technology enables students to discuss, represent, and solve increasingly sophisticated real-world problems. Topics studied include the properties for functions, the algebra of functions, matrices, systems of equations, and probability and statistics. Linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, and rational functions are studied with emphasis on making connections to the other disciplines and as a preparation for a multitude of careers.

PRE CALCULUS

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Algebra II (3-4) with a grade of C or higher and instructor's approval

This course is designed for the math student who plans to take calculus or the student who wants to be prepared for the technical working world of trigonometry, statistics, and mathematical modeling. Trigonometric and circular functions, statistics, models, transformations and probability will be taught using a numerical, graphical and symbolic approach. The student who excels will be prepared to enter a calculus course or college level math for science and engineering. It is highly recommended that students in this course purchase a TI-83 or TI-84 graphing calculator.

AP CALCULUS AB

Credit: 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus (at least a C+ grade) and instructor's approval

This course is recommended for students planning a career in Business, Science, Mathematics, or Engineering. The core Calculus topics are presented to students numerically, graphically, and symbolically. These topics include limits and continuity, differentiation and integration of algebraic and transcendental (trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential) functions and applications. It is highly recommended that students in this course purchase a TI-83 or TI-84 graphing calculator. Students will have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus AB Exam (cost $80-$85) in May.

AP STATISTICS

Credit: : 1.00 (Year) Math
Prerequisite: Algebra II (at least a C grade) and instructor’s approval

AP Statistics is the high school equivalent of one semester, introductory college statistics class. In this course, students develop strategies for collecting, organizing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students design, administer, and tabulate results from surveys and experiments. Probability and simulations aid students in constructing models for change phenomena. Sampling distributions provide the logical structure for confidence intervals and hypothesis tests. Students use a TI-83 or 84 graphing calculator and statistical software to investigate statistical concepts. Students will have an opportunity to take the advance placement (AP) Statistics Exam ($80-85 cost) in May.