Mathematics

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Algebra 1

2007-2008 Syllabus - M. Krulewich
2007-2008 Syllabus - D. Issacks

Pre-requisite: None
Required: Grade 9
Duration: Full year
Credits: 1.0
Weighting: 4.0
Course no: 201

The Algebra I course develops basic skills in fundamental algebraic operations and problem solving. Topics include the study of real number operations, polynomials, inequalities, functions and relations, systems of open sentences in two variables, rational and irrational numbers, quadratic functions and equations.

Geometry

2007-2008 Syllabus

Pre-requisite: Algebra I
Duration: Full year
Credits: 1.0
Weighting: 4.0
Course no: 202

This course explores plane and solid geometry through postulates and theorems. The students
will learn deductive reasoning skills to compile geometric properties into formal mathematical
proofs. To accompany the lessons, each student will have access to a computer so they may
discover the behavior and properties of lines and shapes through “Geometer’s Sketchpad.”

Algebra II

2007-2008 Syllabus

Pre-requisite: Geometry
Duration: Full year
Credits: 1.0
Weighting: 4.0
Course no: 203

Along with the traditional Algebra 2 topics, this course will include trigonometry, and statistics. This course will attempt to relate the new concepts being learned to real-world situations. Students taking the course will have the benefit of access to both a textbook and a CD-ROM.

Pre-Calculus

2007-2008 Syllabus

Pre-requisite: Algebra II
Duration: Full year
Credits: 1.0
Weighting: 4.0
Course no: 204

This Pre-Calculus course introduces the basic concepts needed to pursue the study of calculus and other areas of mathematics. Topics covered are linear and quadratic equations, polynomial and exponential functions, trigonometry, vectors, polar coordinates, discrete mathematics, analytic geometry, and an introduction to limits, derivatives and integrals. The graphing calculator is used extensively throughout the course.

Statistics

2007-2008 Syllabus

Pre-requisite: Completion of Algebra II
Duration: Full year
Credits: 1.0
Weighting: 4.0
Course no: 206

This course introduces students to the concepts and tools associated with the collecting, analyzing and interpreting data. Students will work on projects involving hands-on gathering and analysis of data. Computers and calculators will allow students to focus on the concepts involved in statistics, including probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions, hypothesis testing, linear regression and correlation and estimation.

AP Calculus AB

2007-2008 Syllabus

Pre-requisites: Successful completion of pre-calculus; teacher recommendation
Duration: Full year
Credits: 1.0
Weighting: 4.0
Course no: 205

Calculus AB is designed to be taught over a full high school academic year. It is possible to
spend some time on elementary functions and still cover the Calculus AB curriculum within a
year. However, if students are to be adequately prepared for the Calculus AB examination, most
of the year must be devoted to topics in differential and integral calculus. These topics are the focus of the AP exam.

updated as of: 11/16/2007