Mathematics
Grade 9: Algebra I
This is a beginning algebra course which covers equalities, inequalities, polynomials, functions, systems of linear equations, graphs of linear equations and linear inequalities, radical expressions and the axioms of algebra. Emphasis is placed on the development of algebraic manipulative and problem-solving skills and the relating of mathematical concepts to each other. Students will also solve linear and quadratic equations by calculating and graphing. They will also recognize and interpret rates of change from graphical and numerical data. Text include: Discovering Algebra, Algebra for Everyone, Principles and Standards for School Mathematics.
Geometry: This is an accelerated course when taken as a ninth grader.
Grade 10: Geometry
This is a full-year course for students who took Algebra I. The course incorporates space relationships in a detailed study of plane and solid geometry. Emphasis is first given to the informal acquisition of geometric facts, and patterns and employing the concepts of congruence, inequalities, perpendiculars, parallels, areas, similarity, circles, spheres, volumes and coordinate geometry. The writing of proofs in a formal setting occurs in the final two months of the course. A study of zero, one, two, three, and four dimensions is undertaken throughout the course. The emphasis of the course is on discovering the rules that govern the Euclidean World, applying them and formally proving them. Texts include: Discovering Geometry and Flatland.
Algebra II: This is an accelerated course when taken as a tenth grader
Grade 11: Algebra II
This course is devoted to a study of the following topics: polynomials, rational expressions, first and second degree equations and inequalities, functions, graphing, exponents and radicals. The structure and properties of the real number system is studied and extended to complex numbers. A thorough investigation of the solutions of first and second degree equations and inequalities is followed by a study of properties of functions and graphing. The concept and theory of polynomials is then considered as are exponential functions.
Pre-Calculus: This is an accelerated course when taken as an eleventh grader
Grade 12: Pre-Calculus
This course is designed to prepare students for the study of calculus. A review of the topics studied in Algebra II is followed by a thorough development of trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions and their applications, matrices, analytic geometry, induction, series and sequences, and probability and statistics.
Grade 12: Calculus (AP) (04-05)
This course is equivalent to that offered as the first course by many colleges. A solid background in trigonometry and analytic geometry is required. The first semester is devoted to the study of limits, continuity, derivatives and applications of the derivative for algebraic functions. The second semester is devoted to an introduction to the indefinite integral, transcendental functions, the definite integral and its applications, methods of integration, and parametric equations. Preparation for the Advanced Placement Calculus AB Examination is one objective of the course.