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Mathematics
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“When students participate in an actively engaging environment, both cognitively and physically, they perceive themselves as makers, not just receivers of knowledge.”
- Mary Ann Davies and Michael Wavering
The Grade K – Calculus BC program strives to meet the academic needs of each student to produce mathematically astute individuals capable of incorporating critical thinking skills and multiple approaches to problem solving.
The curriculum is designed to foster a stimulating learning environment through the use of investigative, hands-on activities, diversified experiences, and current technologies. This program will offer all students a strong foundation for understanding concepts and opportunities to engage in the language of mathematics, which are vertically and horizontally aligned. Connecting strands will spiral throughout the grades K to Calculus BC .
The goals of this program are to develop an appreciation for and a positive attitude toward mathematics, to encourage further mathematical study, and to instill in students the responsibility for learning. As a result, students will be able to acquire the tools needed to become productive members of society with expanded career opportunities.
Required Courses:
Grade |
Course |
Length |
9 th – 12 th |
Algebra 1 |
2 Semesters |
9 th – 10 th |
Geometry |
2 Semesters |
9 th – 10 th |
Geometry Pre-AP * |
2 Semesters |
11 th – 12 th |
Math Models with Applications ** |
2 Semesters |
10 th – 12 th |
Algebra 2 |
2 Semesters |
10 th – 12 th |
Algebra 2 Enhanced * |
2 Semesters |
10 th – 12 th |
Algebra 2 Pre-AP * |
2 Semesters |
* May be substituted for regular level of that course.
**May be substituted for Algebra 2 for the Minimum High School Program.
Elective Courses Offered:
Grade |
Course |
Length |
11 th – 12 th |
Pre Calculus |
2 Semesters |
11 th – 12 th |
Pre Calculus Pre-AP |
2 Semesters |
12 th |
AB Calculus AP |
2 Semesters |
12 th |
BC Calculus AP |
2 Semesters |
11 th – 12 th |
Statistics AP |
2 Semesters |
12 th |
Dual Credit College Algebra |
1 Semester |
12 th |
Dual Credit Finite Math |
1 Semester |
Technology Applications
Courses Offered:
Grade |
Course |
Length |
9th – 12th |
Computer Science 1 |
2 Semesters |
9th – 12th |
Computer Science 1 Pre-AP |
2 Semesters |
10th – 12th |
AP Computer Science A |
2 Semesters |
10th – 12th |
AP Computer Science B |
2 Semesters |
Special Education Math:
Grade |
Course |
Length |
9th – 12th |
Algebra 1 Co -Teach |
2 Semesters |
9th – 12th |
Algebra 1 SE |
2 Semesters |
10th – 12th |
Math Models with Applications Co – Teach |
2 Semesters |
10th – 12th |
Math Models with Applications SE |
2 Semesters |
10th – 12th |
Geometry Co –Teach |
2 Semesters |
10th – 12th |
Geometry SE |
2 Semesters |
Grading Policy:
The grading policy of the Mathematics Department follows the district standard:
Daily Grades .....40%
Major Grades ....60%
(May include test, projects, portfolios, research papers, and other assessments.)
.....Meet our Department Members:
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2008 State Champion Future Problem Solvers Team
Community Problem Solvers
Grand Champion
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