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Algebra I
This course places emphasis on
algebraic concepts as well as algebraic skills. The two major objectives are to
teach the student to reason logically and to express herself precisely. This is
accomplished by work with algebraic proofs and by translating facts into
mathematical statements.
Algebra I Honors
This is an accelerated Algebra I
course, the students are asked to do more difficult problems and algebraic
proofs and to cover topics in less time than the average class.
Pre-requisite:
Invitation
Math Enrichment
The Math Enrichment course offers students the opportunity to strengthen and
enhance their basic skills. This course affords additional time to clarify
course work, to receive additional help, and to build student confidence.
Geometry
This is a one-year course in deductive
Euclidean geometry. The student learns how to present an argument in a clear and
orderly fashion by proving many geometric statements. Although a very precise
science, geometry provides unique opportunities for the student to use her
ingenuity and imagination in the use of geometric principles.
Pre-requisite: Algebra I
Geometry Honors
The course covers all topics of the
average course with the inclusion of more complicated proofs. The following
topics are included, as time permits: logic, some three-dimensional work,
constructions, transformation geometry and coordinate geometry.
Pre-requisite: Algebra I and Invitation
Algebra II
The course is a review, continuation
and expansion of Algebra I. Much time is spent on the study of functions and
relations, including solutions of equations and inequalities and extensive work
in graphing. Topics include rational expressions, quadratic formula, conics,
logarithms and trigonometry. A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Pre-requisite:
Algebra I
Algebra II Honors
This course covers the same topics as
Algebra II with the addition of more difficult problems. As a preparation for
Pre-Calculus Honors, this course also covers the additional topics of graphing
in three dimensions, linear programming, algebraic proofs, synthetic
substitution, rational root theorem, logarithmic and exponential functions,
series and sequences and the conics. Basic trigonometry is also introduced. A
Sophomore who takes this course must take a fourth year of mathematics in her
Junior year. A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Pre-requisite: Algebra I and
Invitation.
Pre-Calculus
This course is the logical sequel to Algebra II and provides a bridge to
college-level math courses. It begins with a thorough study of the circular and
trigonometric functions, including right triangle trigonometry, graphing and
identities. It will continue with further study of functions and their
properties, coordinate geometry, the conics, series and sequences, matrices and
probability. A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Pre-requisite: Algebra II
and Approval
Pre-Calculus Honors
This is an Honors level elective, the goal of which is to prepare the student
for Calculus. The course includes a thorough study of the graphs and properties
of various types of functions: trigonometric, polynomial, rational, algebraic,
exponential, and logarithmic. Trigonometric and circular functions are covered
in detail. Analytic geometry is emphasized throughout the course. Other topics
are systems of equations and inequalities, series and sequences, conic sections,
and polar coordinates. A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Pre-requisite: Algebra II and Invitation.
Advanced Placement Calculus AB...... 5
Credits
This AP course covers both
differential and integral calculus. Some of the topics covered are extreme
values, tangents and normals, differential equations, volumes of solids of
revolution, acceleration and velocity, continuity and limits, and related rates.
This course follows the curriculum prescribed for the Advanced Placement
Calculus AB exam. A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Pre-requisite: Pre-Calculus Honors and Approval
Advanced Placement Calculus BC.....5 Credit
Course
description to follow at a later date.
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