Math Curriculum

Algebra I

This on-level course introduces:

• The Language and Tools of Algebra Polynomials
• Solving Equations
• Factoring
• Functions and Patterns
• Rational Expressions and Equations
• Analyzing Linear Equations
• Quadratic Functions
• Solving Systems of Equations
• Radical Expressions and Triangles
• Solving Inequalities

Problem solving is incorporated throughout the course, with students learning to represent “real life” situations using variables and equations.

Geometry

This on-level course equips students with definitions and/or facts to solve problems involving:

• Language of Geometry
• Reasoning and Basic Proof Construction
• Parallel & Perpendicular Lines
• Congruence
• Similarity
• Basic Geometric Figures (Triangles, Quadrilaterals, Polygons, & Circles)
• Special Properties of Right Triangles
• Elementary Trigonometry
• Surface Area and Volume
• Coordinate Geometry, Transformations, & Vectors

Geometry Honors

In addition to the on-level Geometry course curriculum, the Honors Geometry course also covers the following topics:

• Identifying regular polyhedrons
• Locating & using points in space

Algebra II

This on-level course reviews and extends skills from Algebra I. Students learn:

• Real Number System
• Problem Solving
• Solving Equations & Inequalities
• Relations, Functions, & Graphs
• Solving Systems of Equations
• Matrices & Determinants
• Polynomials & Polynomial Functions
• Rational Expressions & Equations
• Powers, Roots, & Complex Numbers
• Quadratic Equations
• Conic Sections
• Exponential & Logarithmic Functions
• Sequence, Series, Counting, & Probability
• Basic Trigonometry

Algebra II Honors

This course also covers these advanced topics:

• Sums & Products of Solutions of Quadratic Equations
• Solve Systems of Second-Degree Equations and Inequalities
• Solve Real-World Problems involving Non-Linear Systems of Equations
• Use & Apply the Law of Sines & The Law of Cosines
• Solve Real-World Problems Involving Trigonometry
• Convert Angles Between Radians & Degrees
• Sketch Angles in Standard Position
• Determine Reference & Co-Terminal Angles
• Evaluate and Graph Trigonometric Functions

Precalculus Honors

This course prepares students for Calculus or applications of mathematics in other college courses. There is an emphasis on trigonometry. These topics introduced in Algebra II are covered in more depth:

• Synthetic division
• Matrices conic sections logarithms
• Exponential functions

These new topics are covered:

• Graphs of polynomials
• Vectors polar coordinated
• Sequences
• Series

This class is a prerequisite for AP Calculus and Math Modeling and Statistics

Advanced Algebra/Trigonometry

This course covers much of the same material as the Precalculus class at a slower pace. Students taking this course are not anticipating taking Calculus.

Statistics

Statistics will analyze data sets and find the probability of future events based upon historical data. The standard normal distribution of probability will be extensively covered including confidence intervals and hypothesis testing.

Pre-requisite: Advanced Algebra/Trigonometry or Precalculus Honors

AP Calculus AB

This course is intended to prepare students for the AP Calculus AB exam. Students learn important theorems from differential and integral calculus. Students work with polynomial, trigonometric, parametric, exponential, logarithmic equations. Students also learn to use a graphing calculator as a tool in problem solving. (Graphing calculators are required)

AP Calculus BC

New for 2011-2012, course description coming soon.