Maths Course Descriptions

Integrated Maths : This course is a set of two courses that uses a more integrated approach to cover the same algebra and geometry concepts and skills that are included in the traditional three course series. The problem situations, models, and technology used will foster connections among the various strands of mathematics and develop concepts from multiple perspectives.

Pre-Algebra : will be offered to grade 8 students. This course reinforces and builds upon mathematical skills taught in previous classes with additional advanced computation, including an emphasis on algebraic concepts. This course reinforces mathematical skills taught in the grade six with additional advanced computation including an emphasis on Algebraic concepts. Students study fractions, decimals, percent, positive and negative integers and rational numbers. They become more proficient in using ratios, proportions and solving algebraic equations. Students will develop and expand problem solving skills (creatively and analytically) in order to solve word problems. Students continue to practice using math skills to solve word problems and to think creatively and analytically. Successful completion of this course prepares students for success in Algebra 1.

Integrated Maths : This course is a set of two courses that uses a more integrated approach to cover the same algebra and geometry concepts and skills that are included in the traditional three course series. The problem situations, models, and technology used will foster connections among the various strands of mathematics and develop concepts from multiple perspectives.

Algebra 1 : will be offered to grades 8 or 9 students. This course is the foundation for high school mathematics courses. It is the bridge from the concrete to abstract study of mathematics; Topics include simplifying expressions, evaluating and solving equations and inequalities, and graphing linear and quadratic functions and relations. Real world applications are presented within the course content and a function’s approach is emphasized. Pre-requisites: Mathematics II or Pre-Algebra

Geometry : will be offered to grades 9 or 10 students. This course develops a structured mathematical system employing both deductive and inductive reasoning. It includes plane, spatial, coordinate, and transformational geometry. Algebraic methods are used to solve problems involving geometric principles. Pre-requisites: Algebra 1

Algebra II : will be offered to grades 10 or 11 students. This course builds on the basic algebraic concepts in relation to factoring polynomials, exponents, solving quadratic equations and inequalities, and graphing. The course will examine scientific notation, roots of quadratic equations, real numbers, logarithms, the graphing solution of simultaneous equations, inequalities, factoring, trigonometric functions, exponential equations, polynomials, and word problems. Students will investigate functions and graphing functions. Students will incorporate many real life applications through arithmetic and geometric sequences. Students will use accurate data gathering techniques Pre-requisites: Algebra 1

Precalculus : will be offered to grade 11 or 12 students. This course extends and integrates concepts from algebra and geometry. It includes a study of polynomial, rational, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, inverse and second degree relations and their graphs. Other topics include complex numbers, polar coordinates, vectors, sequences and series. Pre-requisites: Algebra II or FST

Functions, Statistics and Trigonometry : will be offered to grade 11 or 12 students. This course examines a variety of mathematical topics including data analysis, functions, conditional probability, discrete random variables, binomial and normal distributions, trigonometry, and sequences and series. FST emphasizes connections between various mathematical representations and topics, modeling and applications, and communications and uses technology extensively with an emphasis on graphing calculators.

Functions, Statistics, and Trigonometry is a course designed to enhance skills in such topics as trigonometry, the analysis of functions, and the use of statistics in data analysis. It is designed to empower students to further develop and extend those concepts of previous mathematics curricula through the integration and application of statistical, trigonometric, and algebraic concepts prior to higher mathematics courses Pre-requisites: Algebra II

Calculus will be offered to grade 12 students. This course includes differential and integral calculus with applications of previous math courses. The intent is the preparation for college and /or one more semesters of advanced placement calculus. Topics include: limits, continuity, maxima and minima, area, volume and their applications. Pre-requisites: Pre-Calculus

AP -Calculus : will be offered to grade 12 students. This course includes differential and integral calculus with applications of previous math courses. The intent is the preparation for college and /or one more semesters of advanced placement calculus. Topics include: limits, continuity, maxima and minima, area, volume and their applications. Students will prepare to take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam. Pre-requisites: Pre-Calculus

AP-Statistics : will be offered to grade 11 or 12 students. The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data.

Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes:

  • Exploring Data: Describing patterns and departures from patterns
  • Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study
  • Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation
  • Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses

Students who successfully complete the course and exam may receive credit, advanced placement or both for a one-semester introductory college statistics course. We offer it as a one-year course. Pre-requisites: Algebra II