Algebra I
This course provides a comprehensive study of first-year concepts. It is designed to prepare students for subsequent course work in geometry and second-year algebra. Topics include numbers and equations, linear equations and inequalities, polynomials and factoring, quadratic equations, lines and their graphs, systems of linear equations, properties of exponents, rational and radical expressions, and probability and statistics.
Geometry
This course provides students with training in the analytical approach to problem solving and with practice in deductive reasoning. Students first become familiar with the geometric building blocks and geometric constructions and continue with the study of angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, congruence, circles, Pythagorean Theorem, volume, similarity, trigonometry, and geometric proof. Students use algebraic methods in problem solving. Students who qualify may take this course at the honors level. The honors level moves at a faster pace and goes into more depth.
Algebra II and Trigonometry
This course includes the study of functions and relations, linear functions, systems of linear equations and inequalities, quadratic functions and complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, rational and irrational functions, trigonometric and circular functions, triangle trigonometry, and conic sections. Students who qualify may take this course at the honors level. The honors level moves at a faster pace and goes into more depth.
Pre-Calculus
This course is designed to enable students to synthesize the concepts learned in Algebra and Geometry while preparing for higher study in abstract mathematics. Topics include coordinate geometry, polynomials, inequalities, functions, exponents, logarithms, trigonometric functions, triangle trigonometry, trigonometric addition formulae, advanced graphing, data analysis, sequences and series, limits, and an introduction to the concepts of calculus. Students who qualify may take this course at the honors level. The honors level moves at a faster pace and goes into more depth.
Calculus
Students build on their knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and gain an intuitive understanding of the principles of integral and differential calculus. They learn to apply these concepts through the presentation of the following topics: Cartesian plane, functions, limits, continuity, differentiation and applications, and integration and applications.
Advanced Placement Calculus AB
This course is a full year of calculus comparable to a first year college course. Students receive a solid foundation in differential and integral calculus and are prepared to take the Advanced Placement Examination.
Advanced Placement Calculus BC
This course is open to students who successfully complete Advanced Placement Calculus AB. They perfect their calculus skills and cover advanced topics such as L'Hopital's Rule, the calculus of sequences and series, polar coordinates, and advanced integration techniques. They are prepared to take the Advanced Placement Examination in BC Calculus.
Statistics/Advanced Placement Statistics
This course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting numerical information from our data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: exploring data, planning a study, anticipating patterns, and making statistical inferences. The Advanced Placement course prepares students for the Advanced Placement exam.