Basic Skills - Math Concepts (Gr. 9) 1st semester 6821
This course is for students who struggled in 8th grade math and would like one more semester of preparation before experiencing Algebra I. Course topics include functions, polynomials, exponents, graphing, linear equations and inequalities. (0500)
Prerequisite: 8th grade math teacher recommendation
Note: This course does not meet mathematics requirements for graduation
Note: This course counts as one elective credit
Note: Students will take Semester 1 of Algebra 1 during the spring semester and then take semester 2 of
Algebra 1 during one of the summer school sessions offered in June or July
Algebra I Lab (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 6101/6102
This is a mathematics support course for Algebra I. The course provides additional time to build the foundations necessary for high school math courses. The five critical areas of Algebra Lab align with the critical areas of Algebra I: Relationships between Quantities and Reasoning with Equations, Linear and Exponential Relationships, Descriptive Statistics, Expressions and Equations, and Quadratic Functions and Modeling. (2516)
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Algebra I, cannot be retaken for credit
Note: Counts as mathematics credits for general diploma only or for an elective credit for all other diploma types
Algebra I (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 6111/6112
This course provides a formal development of algebraic skills and concepts used in a wide range of problem-solving situations. The concept of function is emphasized. Topics include properties of numbers, solution sets, operations with polynomials, quadratic equations and systems, use of exponents, and introductory topics from statistics and probability. (2520)
Geometry (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 6201/6202
This course provides experiences that deepen the understanding of shapes and their properties. Properties and relationships of geometric figures include the study of angles, lines, planes, congruent and similar triangles, trigonometric ratios, polygons, circles and spatial drawings. An understanding of proof and logic is developed. (2532)
Prerequisite: Algebra I and 8th grade NWEA math RIT score of 245
Recommendation: Due to the importance of fully understanding basic Algebra skills, students taking Algebra I in the 8th grade should earn 1st and 2nd semester grade(s) of at least a B+ or a spring final exam grade of at least an A- to take Geometry as a freshman; otherwise, Algebra I should be retaken
Note: Middle school Algebra I credits will be awarded following successful completion of year- long Geometry
Geometry - STEM (Gr. 9) 2 semesters 6711/6712
This is Geometry with the addition of more in-depth, challenging problems. This is for students who find math to be interesting and are considering a mathematically intensive career in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. When choosing this course, please talk to your current math teacher and consider your grades you received in Algebra I. (2532)
Prerequisite: Algebra I and 8th grade NWEA math RIT score of 250
Recommendation: Due to the importance of fully understanding basic Algebra skills, students taking Algebra I in the 8th grade should earn 1st and 2nd semester grade(s) of at least a B+ or a spring final exam grade of at least an A- to take Geometry as a freshman; otherwise, Algebra I should be retaken
Note: Middle school Algebra I credits will be awarded following successful completion of year- long Geometry
Algebra II-STEM (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 6831/6832
This course is for students who plan to pursue a 4 year degree after high school in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics. Topics include: complex numbers and expressions, functions, systems of equations, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, rational and other equations and functions, data analysis, statistics and probability. Throughout this course, students may be expected to complete some components without the use of a calculator (including assessments). When choosing this course, please talk to your current math teacher and consider your grades you received in Algebra I and Geometry. If grades received were lower than a B, you may want to consider re-taking Algebra I as a freshmen before moving on to Algebra II as a sophomore. You will not be behind in math credits if you decide to re-take Algebra I as a freshmen. (2522)
Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry (or concurrently)
Recommendation: Teacher or counselor approval
Note: A TI83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required
