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MATH
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Every student must successfully complete three years (6 semesters) of high school mathematics.
A variety of mathematics courses is offered. These courses are designed to meet the needs of the individual student. Careful selection of the courses is important to the student.
The mathematics staff strongly recommends that students planning no additional formal education after graduation from high school consider completing at least Algebra 1-2 and Geometry 1-2.
Students planning to enter a vocational/technical program after graduation are encouraged to complete the math sequence through Algebra 3-4. These students should contact the desired community college/technical school to learn the mathematics requirements.
Those students planning to enter 4-year college programs should complete the math sequence through Pre-Calculus. Students should contact the college(s) of their choice to learn the mathematics requirements.
Members of the mathematics teaching staff and the school counselors are available to help students plan their mathematics course selections.
Students may move from one strand to another when ability demonstrates the need and a recommendation is made by the Math/Science Divisional.
Students receiving A, B, or C grades are expected to move to the next step in the sequence.
The purchase of a graphing calculator is required for success in these courses: Algebra 3-4, Honors Algebra 3-4, Pre-calculus, Honors Pre-calculus or Honors Calculus, Statistics and Discrete Math, and Honors Academy Geometry and Statistics. |
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| Some suggested four-year Mathematics sequences: |
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9th Grade |
10th Grade |
11th Grade |
12th Grade |
| Regular or World of Work |
Algebra 1-2 or
Algebra 1-2 with Support |
Geometry 1-2 or Geometry 1-2 with Support |
Algebra 3-4 |
PreCalculus |
| Algebra 3-4 with Support |
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College
Preparatory |
Algebra 1-2 |
Geometry 1-2 |
Algebra 3-4 |
Pre-Calculus /
Trigonometry |
Statistics &
Discrete Math |
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| Honors |
Honors Algebra 3-4 |
Honors PreCalc/Trig |
AP Calculus AB
or AP Stats |
AP AB Calc
or BHS BC Calc w/ academy project if student is not in the Academy*, ECC BC Calc |
| 8th Grade Honors Geometry |
Honors Alg 3-4 |
AP Stats |
Honors
Pre-Calculus |
AP Calculus AB |
| *Academy students will have first assignments to this course. There will need to be a collaboration amongst counselors with any candidates they potentially will bring to the Academy BC course with an understanding that completion of the Academy project is mandatory. Cap size will/must be watched very carefully. |
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| (For each course, click on "CONTENT+" for more information.) |
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ALGEBRA 1-2 (MA0000100, MA0000110)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 9
Length: Full Year |
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Content: Algebra 1-2 is the foundation for high school mathematics. Topics include solving equations and inequalities, graphing relations and functions, solving systems of equations, polynomials, factoring, rational and radical expressions, and quadratic functions. Students who need extra support will be enrolled in sections with daily extended time (one and a half periods). This course is offered in the ELL Program in Spanish and Sheltered English instruction, depending on the student’s English level proficiency. (MASB00100, MASB00110, MAES00100, MAES00110)
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GEOMETRY 1-2 (MA0000900, MA0000910)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 9, 10
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Algebra 1-2 |
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Content: The students will be able to solve problem situations using geometric concepts. The overlying themes of this course will be: formulating conjectures and defending their validity, developing coordinate geometry concepts, and strengthening students’ use of visualization and estimation. The goal is to provide experiences that encourage and enable students to value mathematics, gain confidence in their own mathematical ability, and further encourage the students to continue the study of mathematics. Some students will be enrolled in sections that provide extra support. This course is offered in the ELL Program in Spanish and Sheltered English instruction, depending on the student’s English level proficiency. (MASB00900, MAES00900)
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ALGEBRA 3-4 (MA0000400, MA0000410)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Geometry 1-2 and Algebra 1-2 |
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Content: This course is designed for students who have successfully completed 2 years of mathematics through Geometry. Algebra 1-2 topics are reviewed and enhanced. New topics include: conics, logarithms, functions, sequences and series, probability and statistics, matrices, and trigonometry. Problem-solving methods, a functional approach and real world applications using available technology are stressed. Students who successfully complete this course should be able to apply problem-solving techniques in further mathematical studies and in their daily lives. Some students will be enrolled in sections that provide extra support. This course is offered in the ELL Program in Spanish and Sheltered English instruction, depending on the student’s English level proficiency. (MASB00400, MAES00400)
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PRE-CALCULUS/TRIGONOMETRY (MA0001300)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 11, 12
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Algebra 3-4 with "C" or better or teacher recommendation |
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Content: This course is designed to give a solid preparation in mathematics to the student who intends to continue study in mathematics. Analytical geometry and an introduction to calculus will be covered. Topics include triangles, trigonometric identities, functions and equations, polynomials, logarithms, exponential functions, complex numbers, permutations, combinations, and probability. Solution of systems of linear equations using metrics and determinants will be covered.
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FINITE MATHEMATICS (MA0001620)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 11, 12
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry and recommendation of instructor and divisional chair. Students who have been accelerated may take this class as 10th graders. |
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Content: The course consists of one semester each of discrete mathematics and statistics. Discrete math topics include set theory, logic, sequences, series, recursion and induction, matrices and combinatorics. Probability and statistics topics include organization of data, central tendencies, dispersion statistics, probability theory, normal distributions, hypothesis testing, sampling, correlation and regression and Chi-square distribution.
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HONORS GEOMETRY 1-2 (MA0001100)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 9, 10
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Algebra 1-2, teacher recommendation, and MAP and EXPLORE scores. |
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Content: This geometry curriculum integrates computer technology in the study of linear, plane, spatial geometry. It will prepare the student to use mathematics effectively in today's world. The student will obtain visual interpretation of arithmetic and algebra allowing for the development of higher level thinking skills. The goal is to provide experiences that encourage and enable students to value mathematics, gain confidence in their own mathematical ability, and further encourage the student to continue the study of mathematics. Prior to entering this course, students should display proficiency in factoring, quadratic form, solving equations, radical operations, and solving systems of linear equations.
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HONORS ALGEBRA 3-4 (MA0000500)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 9, 10
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Honors Geometry 1-2 with a grade "C" or better, or teacher recommendation |
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Content: This course is designed for those students with above average ability who have a strong background in mathematics. The course consists of the basic topics of intermediate Algebra extending the topics of Algebra 1-2. Emphasis is on the function concept throughout the course. The course includes a study of the properties of elementary functions, linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, and logarithm functions. It also includes such topics as sequences and series, matrices, probability, complex numbers and trigonometry.
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HONORS PRE-CALCULUS/TRIGONOMETRY (MA0001400)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Honors Algebra 3-4 with a grade of “C” or better, or teacher recommendation |
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Content: A technology-intensive integrated mathematics course covering concepts of trigonometry, college algebra and analytical geometry. Topics may include trigonometric functions and their applications, algebraic functions, functions and limits, exponential and logarithmic functions, and vectors and linear transformation.
This course provides an excellent preparation for calculus.
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS (MA0001610)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 11, 12
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: It is highly recommended that students complete Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry (honors or regular) and have teacher recommendations. |
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Content: Students will study the topics outlined by the College Board of Advanced Placement Statistics. These topics include probability theory, describing data using both visual and numeric methods, designing studies (experiments and surveys), and methods of inference including regression and significance testing. Appropriate technology will be incorporated when available. Summer work will likely be required of students, to be completed prior to the beginning of the course.
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS AB (MA0001500)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 11, 12
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Before studying calculus, all students should complete four years of secondary mathematics designed for college-bound students: courses in elementary functions. These include those that are linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, and piecewise defined. In particular, before studying calculus, students must be familiar with the properties of functions, the algebra of functions, and the graphs of functions. Students must also understand the functions (domain and range, odd and even, periodic, symmetry, zeros and so on) and know the value of the trigonometric functions of the number 1, pi3, pi2, and their multiples.
Students must be willing to accept the challenge of a rigorous academic curriculum and have working knowledge of the following concepts: properties of functions, the algebra of functions, and the graphs of functions. They must also understand the language of functions (domain and range, odd and even, periodic, symmetry, zeros, and intercepts) and know the values of the trigonometric functions of numbers such as 0, π/6, π/4, π/3, and π/2. |
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Content: Calculus AB is primarily concerned with developing students’ understanding of the concepts of calculus and providing experience with its methods and applications. The course emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems being expressed geometrically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. The connections among these representations also are important. The focus of the course is application using manipulation and interpretation of functions, curves, theorems, and problem types. Technology will be used to reinforce the relationships among the multiple representations of functions, to confirm written work, to implement experimentation, and to assist in interpreting results. This course follows the guidelines outlined by the College Board for Calculus AB. Many colleges grant advanced placement based on individual student performance on the Advanced Placement Test. Summer work will likely be required of students, to be completed prior to the beginning of the course.
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COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 1-2 (MA0000610)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Algebra 1-2 with a grade of “C” or better; Geometry 1-2 or concurrent enrollment in Geometry 1-2. Basic keyboarding skills are expected. Exceptions must obtain approval of teacher and Math/Science divisional. |
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Content: An introduction to computer programming. Students will learn to write program code to solve problems. This course will also prepare students to take more advanced computer programming courses. This course does not count towards the three year math requirement.
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COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 3-4 (MA0000700)
Credits: 2
Grade Level: 11, 12
Length: Full Year
Prerequisite: Computer Programming 1-2. (A grade of “C” or better in is recommended.) Exceptions must obtain approval of teacher and Math/Science divisional. |
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Content: An advanced course in computer programming. Students will learn to write programs utilizing complex algorithms. Successful completion will help students prepare for the Advanced Placement Exam in computer science. This course does not count towards the three year math requirement.
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