*‡Advanced Placement Calculus

The calculus syllabus is for a full-year course in elementary functions and introductory calculus.  Students who successfully complete this course will be well-prepared to take the Advanced Placement Calculus AB in order to place themselves in a second semester calculus course when they enter college.  Students must earn a "C" or better to continue in the course AND advance to the next math course.  Credit of .33 is given at the end of each trimester.  $88 exam fee.

GRADE LEVEL:                                                                                                                           CREDIT:  1.0
FEES: See description                                                                                                             LENGTH: Year
PREREQUISITE: Pre-calculus and Teacher Consent

*Algebra A (NCAA approved .5 credit)

This is the first year of a two part series of courses which will begin to cover the material equivalent to an Algebra I course over a span of two years.  This course offers the first volume of the Algebra I course which encompasses Units #1-6, with a delivery of one year verses one semester as in Algebra I It will provide a solid basis in pre-algebra topics.  In this first course, students will perform operations with signed numbers for integers, fractions and decimals.  Students will be able to simplify algebraic expressions, use order of operations, solve one and two step equations in one variable, as well as use the xy-coordinate system to graph linear equations.  Finally, students will be able to solve problems that involve rations, perimeter and basic polygons and circles.  The entire course will emphasize problem solving and exposure to the TI-83/84 Graphing Calculator.

GRADE LEVEL: Successful completion of Foundations for Algebra Year 2                    CREDIT: 1.0
FEES:                                                                                                                                              LENGTH: Year
PREREQUISITE:  Foundations for Algebra Year 2 and Teacher Consent

*Algebra AB

This class focuses on topics such as writing, solving and graphing equations as well as symbol manipulation.  Students will learn how to work in teams, factor polynomials, organize data, review the concept of area and perimeter, do patterning and graphing, write and solve equations, set up (numerical, geometric and algebraic) ratios, use exponents, solve quadratic equations, define and use functions, use problem solving and  use a graphing calculator. Students may complete the Algebra I course in one or two years, depending on teacher recommendation and ability.

GRADE LEVEL:                                                                                                                               CREDIT: 1.00
FEES:  $0 (TI82/83/83Plus)                                                                                                          LENGTH: Year
PREREQUISITE:  Foundations for Algebra Year 2 and Teacher Consent

*Algebra B (NCAA approved .5 credit)

This is the second year of a two part series of courses which will complete the process of covering the material equivalent to an Algebra I course.  This course offers the second volume of the Algebra I course which encompasses Units #6-12, with a delivery of one year verses one semester as in Algebra I course.  In this second course, students will continue to study the XY-coordinate system and the various graphs associated with it such as linear and quadratic equations.  Students will discuss the properties of quadratic equations including finding their solutions and how they relate to the graph.  Students will continue to enhance their problem solving abilities and continue to become more familiar with the TI-83/84 Graphing Calculator.

GRADE LEVEL: Successful completion of Algebra A                                                               CREDIT: 1.0
FEES:  $0                                                                                                                                            LENGTH: year
PREREQUISITE: Algebra A and Teacher Consent

* Algebra II

This class focuses on representation and modeling, intersections and systems, algorithms, and reasoning and communication.  Students will learn how to explore functions in more depth, work with sequence, deal with exponential functions, take quadratics to the next step, work with linear systems and matrices, work with logarithms and inverse functions, apply more knowledge to polynomial functions and their properties, identify circular functions, apply trigonometric function properties and work with statistics.

GRADE LEVEL:                                                                                                                                 CREDIT: 1.00
FEES:  TI 82/83/83Plus                                                                                                                    LENGTH: Year
PREREQUISITE: Geometry and Teacher Consent

* Geometry

This class focuses on geometric properties, spatial visualization, conjecture, and explanation.  Students will learn how to find perimeter and area, graph equations, work with proofs, use problem solving techniques, deal with spatial visualization problems, identify the properties of triangles, work with trigonometry, apply similarity, apply polygon properties as well as circles and solids, find probabilities, and they  will continue to develop skills of working in groups.

GRADE LEVEL:                                                                                                                                  CREDIT: 1.00
FEES: 1 ream computer paper                                                                                                      LENGTH: Year
PREREQUISITE:  Algebra B or AB and Teacher Consent

*Honors Courses -- Algebra AB, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus

Honors courses are intended for students with a passion for mathematics or mathematics related fields.  The Honors track is intended for students to be bound for Advanced Placement Calculus.  Entry level skills and work habits should be very strong for students considering an Honors track.  Students must be academically motivated, disciplined and eager for the content challenge.  The course will entail rigorous journals and competitive tests challenging their intellectual abilities.  Students are expected to perform above and beyond in all aspects of the course.

GRADE LEVEL:                                                                                                                                   CREDIT:  1.00
FEES: $0 (TI82/83/83Plus/84Graphing             Calculator)                                                        LENGTH: Year
PREREQUISITE: Teacher Consent Only

Individualized Math Program (IMP)

This course is designed as an intervention for students who are struggling in their mainstream math class.  It is not meant to replace a math course, but to accompany the course and allow the student extra time and tutoring to succeed.*  Students will use their time to finish homework, journals or mastery reform.  All other time will be spent on the ALEKS web-based mathematics program, which will be used to help students hone previous skills and fill in gaps in knowledge.

Students may only take IMP on a referral basis, through their current math teacher, special educator, or counselor.

GRADE LEVEL: 9-12                                                                                                                        CREDIT: Variable
FEES:  $0                                                                                                                                            LENGTH: Variable
PREREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in other math class, referral from math teacher, special educator, or counselor.

*Exceptions may be made for students on an
individualized education plan.

* Pre Calculus

This discipline combines many of the trigonometric, geometric, and algebraic techniques needed to prepare students for the study of calculus and strengthens their conceptual understanding of problems and mathematical reasoning in solving problems.  This class takes a functional point of view toward those topics.  The concept of Limits as is combined with a course in trigonometry and linear algebra to make a year long Pre Calculus course.

GRADE LEVEL:                                                                                                                                  CREDIT:  1.00
FEES: $0 (TI83/TI83+/TI89)                                                                                                              LENGTH: Year
PREREQUISITE:  Algebra 2 and Teacher Consent

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