MATHEMATICS
All students must earn at least three credits in mathematics courses.
We offer many choices for all grade levels and abilities.
Because of state requirements for testing and portfolios, all 9th and
10th grade students must take a core mathematics class. These include
Pre-Algebra, Algebra I (honors or regular), Geometry (honors or regular),
Algebra II (honors or regular), and Essentials of Math I or II. (Students
taking honor-level courses are expected to have their own TI-83 graphing
calculators.)
In order to succeed in mathematics, good attendance and homework are
necessary. There is a daily homework assignment in nearly every math
class. Missing assignments are the greatest cause of student failure
in mathematics. It is the policy of the department that all missing
work earns a grade of zero. Those students who are chronically absent
miss out on class discussions and interactions which cannot be replicated,
even if the absence is excused.
408 Essentials of Mathematics I 1 Credit
This course is a review of the operations on whole numbers, fractions,
decimals, and percents and related problems. Geometry, measurement,
and probability are also covered.
409 Essentials of Mathematics II 1 Credit
This course is a continuation of Essentials of Mathematics I. Essentials
II emphasizes life skills such as banking, budget planning, insurance,
taxes, and personal planning.
403 Pre-Algebra 1 Credit
Pre-Algebra gives a preliminary introduction to the concepts of algebra
while providing the student with the opportunity to improve his/her
skills in core mathematical areas.
Topics covered in this course include fractions, decimals and percents
as well as patterns, operations with integers, graphs, probability,
introduction to variables and algebraic concepts.
411 Consumer Mathematics 1 Credit
Consumer Mathematics is designed as a third year offering for those
completing Essentials of Mathematics II. The fundamental operations
of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents are used to solve
problems which are intrinsic to everyday life. These problems may include
sales, computing interest, and budgeting.
Prerequisite: 2 years of math
402 Algebra I 1 Credit
This course integrates the primary concepts of Algebra I such as the
use of variables to stand for unknown values and solving linear equations
with statistics and problems taken from real-life situations.
Students will learn to graph linear equations and inequalities, perform
operations on polynomials, and simplify radical expressions. They will
also solve systems of equations by various methods and use them to solve
problems. Graphing calculators are incorporated into the lessons occasionally
throughout the year. Time permitting, quadratic equations will be introduced
and solved using both the factoring and quadratic formula methods. Problem
solving is integrated throughout the course.
401 Honors Algebra I 1 Credit
This course is designed for the student who has excelled in junior
high mathematics. It is a faster paced course which covers more ground
and delves more deeply into some of the algebra concepts than does the
regular course. Graphing calculators will be used more extensively than
in the regular Algebra I course.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and permission from the
Department Chair
407 Geometry 1 Credit
Students in this course will explore such concepts of geometry as symmetry,
congruence, and similarity as well as receive an introduction to logic.
Students will use both inductive and deductive reasoning to prove statements
about congruent and similar triangles, parallel lines, polygons, and
circles. Properties of right triangles including the Pythagorean Theorem
are studied. Area and volumes of planar and solid figures are calculated.
If time allows, transformations of figures are studied. Problem solving
is integrated throughout the course.
Prerequisite: Algebra I
406 Honors Geometry 1 Credit
This course is designed for the student who has excelled in Algebra
I and is intending to continue through four years of mathematics. It
is a faster paced course which covers more ground and delves more deeply
into some of the geometry concepts than the regular course does.
Prerequisite: Honors Algebra I or permission
405 Algebra II 1 Credit
This course is a continuation of the concepts developed in Algebra
I and Geometry. Topics covered include: Linear equations, functions,
solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, matrices and determinants,
quadratic functions, polynomials, factoring, radicals, exponential and
logarithmic functions, and possibly trigonometric functions, sequences
and series as time permits.
Prerequisite: Geometry
404 Honors Algebra II 1 Credit
This course is designed for the student who excels in mathematics and
sees a possible career in the field of mathematics or science. It is
a faster paced course than Algebra II, and graphing calculators are
used more extensively.
Prerequisite: Honors Geometry or permission
410 Business Mathematics 1 Credit
This course's fundamental units of study are centered on managing one's
money, spending wisely, making money grow and basic business mathematics
analysis. Within these units, students will study about checking and
savings accounts and budgeting. Income taxes, insurance options, credit
card management, and basic investment options are also covered.
Prerequisite: 2 years of math
412 Pre-Calculus 1 Credit
The course begins with a review of selected topics from Algebra II
with an emphasis on function notation progressing to a thorough exploration
of trigonometric functions. Concepts include the trigonometric functions
of primary angles, graphs of trigonometric functions, identities, trigonometric
equations, double and half angle formulas, and the Law of Sines and
Law of Cosines for oblique triangles.
Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II or Algebra II with a grade of
C or above.
414 Probability & Statistics 1/2 Credit
This one-semester course makes extensive use of experiments and data
collection and data analysis to enable the student to deal with problems
involving uncertainty, use simulations to estimate the probabilities
and likelihood of certain events occurring, to understand the concept
of a random variable, and to become "streetwise" in evaluating
numerous everyday claims based on probability. The course also focuses
on giving students practice in constructing and drawing inferences from
charts, tables and graphs based on data collected by the students themselves.
Students learn how to analyze and interpret measures of central tendency,
how to make predictions based on statistical data, and how to evaluate
the clarity and truthfulness of claims made by others every day using
statistical measures.
Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II or Algebra II
415 Discrete Mathematics 1/2 Credit
Discrete math is being offered in conjunction with Probability &
Statistics as an elective fourth or fifth math course. Frequently required
by colleges and universities as a first or second year course, discrete
math provides a more in depth examination of a collection of topics
that are only briefly introduced during the regular Algebra, Geometry,
Calculus sequence. These topics include but are not limited to the study
of: sets, relations on sets, logic and truth, combinatorics, matrices,
linear programming, and graph theory. Many classical and practical problems,
such as the traveling salesman problem, logical reduction, and the prisoner's
dilemma, will be used to introduce and expand upon material presented
in this course.
Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II or Algebra II
413 Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus 1 Credit
Calculus is an advanced placement course in which the student may receive
college credit upon successful completion of an examination. The course
begins with a quick review of elementary functions. This includes the
properties and graphs of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, &
trigonometric functions. Limits and continuity of functions are discussed
and related to derivatives of functions; applications of the derivatives
such as curve sketching and extreme value problems are taught. Techniques
of integration and applications of the integral, which include area
between curves and volumes of solids, are also presented. Graphing calculators
are used extensively in this course.
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus and permission from Department Chair.
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