| Geometry | Pre-Algebra | Algebra I | Algebra II | Algebra Applications |
| Algebra & Trigonometry | Pre-Calculus | Calculus | Statistics |
Geometry
The Geometry course will survey the foundation of Euclidean Geometry, including: terms, vocabulary, definitions, theorems, applications, proofs,
algebra, and logical reasoning. Students will study congruence, similarity, angles associated with parallels, area, trigonometry, and plane figures and
their properties. Technology and projects will enhance learning and apply concepts learned in this course.
Pre-Algebra
This course is for students who are not ready to
work with the abstract concepts of a regular algebra
course. Students will work with basic math operations
as applied to sign numbers, fractions and work problems.
In addition, students will learn the concept of using
variables in math problems.
Algebra I
The Algebra class will study the following areas, which build a foundation for further math study: writing, modeling, and solving equations, expressions and inequalities; graphing linear equations, systems of equations, and inequalities; evaluating, factoring, multiplying and dividing polynomials; and simplifying, converting, and reducing expressions having exponents and radicals. There will be investigations and projects that relate to the materials of study and lead to their mastery.
Algebra II
In this course, students will review the most important algebra skills and concepts in depth. Solving many types of equations is integrated throughout
the year, as well as word problems. Students must also master operations with polynomials, irrational numbers and fractions, solve equations or
inequalities, graph quadratic functions, and conic sections. Students also learn about equations and graphical forms of linear and nonlinear functions.
Students finish the year leaning the properties and operations of logarithms. Throughout the year, students will learn how to use their calculator to perform any calculation required at this particular level of math.
Algebra Applications
In this course, students will review the most important algebra skills and concepts, and goes on to introduce key business topics in an algebra-based
context. The student starts off the year with sections devoted to helping them become better problem solvers and critical thinker while reviewing
basic math skills. This will lead to more real world application problems throughout the year. Students will master the skills related to percents,
banking services (charges, online banking, federal laws), payroll, taxes, risk management (insurance), retail (discounts, markups, inventory), and
finance (interest and loans). The text incorporates applications pertaining to a wide variety of careers so students from all disciplines can
relate to the material. This course provides a solid, practical, and current coverage of the mathematical topics students must master to succeed
in business today.
Algebra & Trigonometry
In this course, students will review the most important algebra skills and concepts learned in algebra II before being introduced to more advanced
algebra and trigonometry. Students will start the year with polynomials and their equations then move on to trigonometry functions and trigonometry
equations. Students must also master rational and irrational expressions, quadratic equations and functions, conic sections, sequences and series, and
operations of logarithms. Throughout the year, students will learn how to use their calculator to perform any calculation required at this particular
level of math.
Pre-Calculus
This is a prerequisite for Calculus. The course
begins with a review of Algebra II, and then moves on to the study
of linear functions. This class will study quadratic functions
and their graphs as well as the graphs of the conic sections. There
will be heavy emphasis on polynomial, exponential, logarithmic,
and trigonometric functions, along with right triangle trigonometry
and trigonometric identities. If time permits, we will study matrix
algebra and probability.
Calculus
Calculus is intended for students who have attained
pre-calculus objectives. This course provides
the student with an intuitive understanding of
the concepts of calculus and experience
with its methods and applications. The course
includes the following topics: the properties
of functions and their graphs; limits and
continuity; differential calculus (including
the definition of a derivative, differentiation
formulas, geometric applications,
optimization problems and rate of change problems);
integral calculus (including antiderivatives,
the definite integral, finding areas
and volumes using the definite integral, and
the study of a variety of techniques of integration).
Students may elect to take the Advanced Placement
test for calculus at the completion of the course.
Statistics
The Statistics class can be loosely broken down into the study of the following areas: graphs, plots, and linear regression; probability and
probability distribution; and estimations and hypothesis testing. The class will include use technology to graph and analyze data and simulate events.
There will be projects and applications that use and build upon the course material.
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