Mathematics

Prerequisite: Geometry or Algebra 2 with teacher recommendation.
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

Students will learn advanced topics of algebra that include: linear, quadratic, logarithmic, exponential functions and their graphs through a functional and graphical approach, sequences, series and probability. There will be an emphasis on problem solving.

Prerequisite: Geometry M or Geometry with teacher recommendation.
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

This course will introduce many, but not all, of the topics of Advanced Algebra. The majority of the topics learned will be new to the students, but also allow them time to work on some of the prerequisite skills they may need additional time to master. This course is designed to allow students to gain exposure to the topics during their junior year and then master the topics when they take Advanced Algebra as a senior. This course will focus on the use of technology to master some of the topics while also learning how the math topics are related to each other. It is strongly recommended to take Advanced Algebra following Algebra II if you plan on attending a post-secondary college.

Prerequisite: Honors Pre-Calculus AB with a grade of C or better or Honors Pre-Calculus BC with a grade of C or better and teacher recommendation.
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

Students will study differential and integral calculus. This course follows the College Board’s Advanced Placement curriculum and as such is extremely rigorous and fast paced. Students may receive college credit in Calculus by qualifying on an examination administered by the College Entrance Examination Board.

Prerequisite: 11th grade – Honors Pre-Calculus BC with a grade of B and teacher recommendation, or 12th grade – AP Calculus AB or teacher recommendation.
Grade Level: 11-12
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

Students will study differential and integral calculus with further applications to vectors, polar functions, sequences and series. This course follows the College Board’s Advanced Placement curriculum and as such is extremely rigorous and fast paced. Students may receive college credit in Calculus by qualifying on an examination administered by the College Entrance Examination Board. Students should be aware that the pace and content are by necessity greater than that of Calculus AB (AP). Students in this course may be required to complete a summer assignment to assist in retention of previously learned material.

Prerequisite: Completion of Advanced Algebra with a B or better or concurrent registration in Pre-Calculus AB or Pre-Calculus BC
Grade Level: 10-12
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

Students will study the structured program and the syntax of computer languages. Object oriented programming techniques will be studied and implemented in all programs. This course follows the College Board’s Advanced Placement curriculum and as such is extremely rigorous and fast paced. Students may receive college credit in Computer Science by qualifying on an examination administered by the College Entrance Examination Board.

Prerequisite: Completion of Advanced Algebra with a B or better or concurrent registration in Pre-Calculus AB or Pre-Calculus BC
Grade Level: 10-12
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

Students will be introduced to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. The four major theses presented in the course are: exploring data, planning a study, anticipating patterns and statistical inference. There is a large written language component to this class. This course follows the College Board’s Advanced Placement curriculum and as such is rigorous and fast paced. Students may receive college credit in Statistics. Students in this course may be required to complete a summer assignment to assist in retention of previously learned material.

Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra with C- or higher and teacher recommendation.
Grade Level: 12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

This functions approach to college algebra includes: conic sections and polynomial, rational, radical, recursive, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Effective and efficient use of graphing calculators will be an integral part of the course. This semester course, combined with a semester course of Trigonometry, constitutes an academic Pre-Calculus course.
Students reviewing the Career Clusters in the Course Selection Guide will find that this course will also assist them in their preparation for many different career paths.

Prerequisite: Geometry M
Grade Level: 12
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

Students will learn concepts and problem solving techniques necessary to successfully deal with consumer and career applications.

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra with teacher’s recommendation or C or higher on the Honors Algebra final exams while in 8th grade.
Grade Level: 9-10
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

In this rigorous course, students will study plane and solid geometry. All standard Euclidean topics are covered including definitions, inductive and deductive reasoning and proofs. Additional topics, such as coordinate geometry, are included for enrichment. Students will understand the nature of a mathematical system and appreciate the basic structure of geometry.

Prerequisite: Department Chair Recommendation
Grade Level: 9
Semesters: 2
Credit: 1

Topics include recognizing and developing patterns using tables, graphs and equations. Mathematical modeling is stressed as a methodology for approaching the solution to problems. Students will explore operations on algebraic expressions and apply mathematical properties to algebraic equations. Students will problem solve using equations, graphs and tables and investigate linear and exponential relationships, including comparing and contrasting options and decision-making using algebraic models. Topics from two-dimensional Geometry are integrated into this curriculum. This includes congruence, construction, and proof, as well as applying geometry to the coordinate plane. Instruction in the area of data analysis is introduced. Technology will be used for guided practice. Math 1 Honors also includes standards from Pre-Calculus courses so that when a students completes the Honors Math sequence they will be prepared for AP Calculus.

Prerequisite: Honors Geometry with teacher Recommendation
Grade Level: 10-11
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

This course provides an in-depth study of precalculus mathematics. Topics include linear, quadratic, polynomial, sequence and series, rational, exponential, and logarithmic and trigonometric functions, evaluating polynomial and rational functions – algebraically and graphically, and analytic trigonometry and geometry. Successful completion of this course provides the student with the necessary prerequisites for Advanced Placement Calculus AB.

Prerequisite: Honors Geometry with teacher recommendation
Grade Level: 10-11
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1

In this rigorous fast-paced study of precalculus mathematics, students will study all of the content of Precalculus AB. Additional topics will include polar coordinates, concepts of limits, concepts of continuity, applications of rates of change, and finding the derivative of polynomial functions. Successful completion of this sequence prepares the student for entry into Advanced Placement Calculus BC.

Prerequisite:  None
Grade Level: 10-11
Semesters: 2
Credits: 1 Math and 0.5 Art Elective

Students will study the elements of a geometric system, and learn the language of the arts through Euclidean topics as well as two-dimensional and three-dimensional composition. First semester emphasizes the logic and reasoning patterns of proof. Second semester emphasizes algebraic applications of geometric concepts.  Additionally, students will use artistic language and understanding to describe the compositions as they relate to mathematical principles.  This course currently runs at Stagg only.

Prerequisite:  None
Grade Level: 9
Semesters: 2
Credit: 1

Topics include recognizing and developing patterns using tables, graphs and equations. Mathematical modeling is stressed as a methodology for approaching the solution to problems. Students will explore operations on algebraic expressions and apply mathematical properties to algebraic equations. Students will problem solve using equations, graphs and tables and investigate linear and exponential relationships, including comparing and contrasting options and decision-making using algebraic models. Topics from two-dimensional Geometry are also integrated into this course including: congruence, construction, and proof, as well as applying geometry to the coordinate plane. Instruction in the area of data analysis is introduced. Technology will be used for guided practice.

Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra with a C- or higher and Teacher Recommendation.
Grade Level: 12
Semesters: 1
Credits: 0.5

Students will be introduced to modern statistics and probability theory and the basic statistical ideas needed in such areas as sociology, business, economics, ecology, education, medicine, psychology, and mathematics. (Students may review the Career Clusters in the Course Selection Guide to find the many different career paths in which this course will help them prepare for.) This course includes study in both descriptive and inferential statistics.

Prerequisite:  Advanced algebra with a C- or higher and teacher recommendation
Grade Level:  12
Credits:  .05

Students will explore right triangle trigonometry, as well as trigonometric graphs and various trigonometric identities.  This semester course, combined with a semester course of College Algebra (Functions), constitutes as an academic pre-calculus course. This course prepares students for many different career paths.