Math Department Courses

Algebra I will provide strong emphasis on linear solutions, polynomials, radicals, and factoring including an integration of available technology. Interpretation of word problems will be stressed.

The course begins with an introduction to the basic concepts of Euclidean Geometry. The course progresses by integrating algebra into the study of different shapes and their relationships through deductive and inductive reasoning.

Emphasis is given to the structure of Algebra and the nature of proofs. Manipulative skills needed to perform algebraic operations with competence are stressed along with developing the student's power to think logically. This course covers quadratic equations, complex numbers, analytic geometry, expotential and logarithmic functions, and trigonometry. Suggested for college prep.

This course begins with trigonometry and introduces the topics of limits, derivatives, integration, and exponential functions. This course will provide an introduction to college Calculus for math or science majors. The graphing calculator will be utilized. Suggested for college prep. Concurrent enrollment in math classes will be allowed for special cases only, and students must maintain quality efforts and work in both classes.

Calculus will prepare the student to take the AP Calculus exam. Limits, derivatives and its applications, integration and its applications, exponential and logarithmic functions, and inverse functions will be studied. An AP approved graphing calculator is required. This course is divided into semesters with credit given each semester. The second semester must be taken in the same school year. Concurrent enrollment in math classes will be allowed for special cases only, and students must maintain quality efforts and work in both classes.