ALGEBRA I:
(Elective - Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 - one year course) This first year college preparatory course is designed to introduce and develop problem-solving techniques that are used in mathematics, business and science. Topics covered include: operations with polynomials, algebraic expressions, equations, graphing, factoring and analysis as well as solutions of word problems.
ALGEBRA I –H:
(Special Placement - Grade 8, 9 - one year course) This course is the first course in the accelerated math program. The students will study Algebra I topics in-depth. Students will relate and apply algebraic concepts to geometry, statistics and data analysis. Students explore the real number system, functional notation as well as solving and graphing both linear and quadratic equations. Problem solving techniques and graphing calculators are integrated throughout the course.
ALGEBRA 1A:
(Elective - Grade 9, 10, 11-one-year course) Students will explore algebraic expressions, linear equations, functions and their graphs. Graphing calculators will be integrated throughout the curriculum. Students who enroll in Algebra 1A will complete Algebra 1 by continuing with Algebra IB next year. This course alone is not a college unit but is when coupled with Algebra IB.
ALGEBRA IB:
(Elective - Grade 10, 11, 12 - one-year course) Students will explore relations and functions, linear equations and inequalities, polynomials and rational numbers. Upon successful completion of Algebra 1A and this course the student will have completed Algebra I and will receive a college unit.
GEOMETRY:
(Elective - Grade 10, 11, 12 - one-year course) This course presents a logical development of the properties of two and three-dimensional systems. Geometry concerns itself with the study of lines and angles, inductive reasoning, deductive reasoning, triangles, parallel lines, perpendicular lines, polygons and areas of polygons, circles, proportions, similarity, inequalities and their relationships to practical and theoretical situations. An objective of the course is to give training in the presentation of an argument in clear and orderly fashion.
GEOMETRY-H:
(Special Placement - Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 - one-year course) This course emphasizes a rigorous and logical development of the properties of figures in two and three-dimensional configuration. Geometry includes the study of lines and angles, inductive reasoning, deductive reasoning, triangles, polygons, indirect proofs, circles, proportions, areas, similarity, inequalities and their relationships to practical and theoretical situations. This accelerated course challenges the student to expand their understanding of spatial relationships into a higher level of abstraction and present an argument in a clear and orderly fashion.
ALGEBRA II:
(Elective - Grade 10, 11, 12 - one-year course) This course will connect the students' knowledge of algebra and geometry while, developing advanced algebraic reasoning. Topics covered included a review of algebraic techniques, equations, inequalities, factoring, operations with fractions, graphs, ratio and proportions, radicals, and quadratic functions. Applications of algebra are emphasized through the study of word problems. Graphing calculators are integrated throughout the course.
ALGEBRA II-H:
(Special Placement - Grade 10, 11, 12 - one-year course) This course enhances a student's proficiency and awareness in the areas of algebraic techniques, equations, inequalities, factoring, operations with fractions, graphs, ratio and proportions, radicals, and quadratic functions. Applications of algebra are emphasized through the study of word problems. Graphing calculators are integrated throughout the course.
FUNDAMENTALS OF ALGEBRA II:
(Elective - Grade 11, 12- one-year course) This course will connect the students' knowledge of Algebra and Geometry while continuing to develop mathematical reasoning. Students will review, explore and extend their use and understanding of algebraic reasoning, equations, inequalities, factoring, operations, graphs, ratio and proportion. Graphing calculators are integrated throughout the course.
MATHEMATICS IV:
(Elective - Grade 11, 12- one-year course) This mathematics course is for the academic student. It encompasses trigonometry, advanced algebra, analytic geometry, limits, elements of differential and integral calculus. Graphing calculators are integrated throughout the course.
ADVANCED MATHEMATICS-H:
(Special Placement - Grade 11, 12- one-year course) A special course designed for the student interested in an engineering, mathematics or science career. It is an in-depth program that covers trigonometry, advanced algebra, analytical geometry, limits, elements of differential and integral calculus. Graphing calculators are integrated throughout the course.
CALCULUS AB /AP:
(Elective - Grade 12 - one-year course) This Calculus course reviews work with various functions - graphically, numerically and analytically. It introduces the concept of a derivative in terms of a rate of change. Many applications of the derivative are explored. It moves on to the definition of an integral both as a limit of Riemann sums and as an accumulation function. Various applications of the integral are explored as well. Finally - students should understand the relationship between the derivative and the definite integral as expressed in both parts of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. The students are expected to take the AP exam.
MATHEMATICS 9:
(Special Placement - one-year course) Basic mathematical concepts that are aligned to the HSPA Clusters are presented. The students are identified by their IEP and their needs are met accordingly. This course meets the state requirements for one year of mathematics, however it is not a college unit.
MATHEMATICS 10:
(Special Placement - one-year course) Basic mathematical concepts that are aligned to the HSPA clusters are continued. The students are identified by their IEP and their needs are met accordingly. This course meets the state requirements for one year of mathematics, however it is not a college unit.
MATHEMATICS 11:
(Special Placement - one-year course) Basic mathematical concepts that are aligned to the HSPA clusters are continued. The students are identified by their IEP and their needs are met accordingly. This course meets the state requirements for one year of mathematics, however it is not a college unit.
MATHEMATICS 12:
(Special Placement - one-year course) This course is designed for students who have not passed the math section of the HSPA. In addition, it fulfills the testing guidelines as stated in the student's IEP. This course meets the state requirements for one year of mathematics, however it is not a college unit.
HSPA PREP:
(Required** - Grade 10 - one semester) This course is designed to increase the students' ability to do higher order thinking and to integrate topics in mathematics. This course will help prepare the students for the HSPA 11.
**Required for students not enrolled by special placement in HSPA Math Skills 10.
HSPA MATH SKILLS:
(Special Placement - Grade 9, 10, 11, 12- one-year course) This program aims at analyzing the student's strengths and weaknesses and provides appropriate instruction.
HSPA MATH SKILLS 9:
A freshman course designed for those students who require intensive review of fundamental arithmetic skills and provide appropriate instruction.
HSPA MATH SKILL 10, 11, 12:
Designed to continue the development of mathematical reasoning and critical thinking skills while emphasizing the four clusters present on the HSPA-11. These clusters are: Numerical Operations, Measurements and Geometry, Patterns and Functions, and Data Analysis. This course is not a college unit and cannot be used to fulfill math graduation requirements. HSPA Math Skills 12 will be graded pass/fail.
* Student is eligible for 5.0 graduation credits the first time course is taken. If it is necessary for the student to take this course again, no credit will be given.
SAT Preparatory Program:
(Elective - Grade 11 - one-semester course) An integrated review and an introduction to English and Mathematics designed for the student taking the SAT. The primary concern will be the test taking skills and the practice necessary for raising the level of student capability. This course will be graded on Pass/Fail.