Course Description:
Algebra I:
This course is designed to provide a balance of practice with concepts, skills, and applications. The modeling connections between problem situations and their mathematics representations are discussed throughout the course in a variety of contexts. Students are given practice in modeling real-life situations using linear and quadratic functions. Current technology will be used to facilitate learning. Students are asked to purchase TI-83 Plus graphing calculators.
Algebra II MEGGS:
This course is the second in a sequence of courses designed to provide students with the opportunity to become competent in upper level algebra skills. The content of the course includes a study of the language of algebra, equations and inequalities, relations and functions, matrices, polynomials, rational expressions, analytic geometry, logarithmic and exponential functions. Instruction is focused on the application of algebra to realistic situations and the use of current technology. Competency in Algebra I and geometry is strongly recommended. A graphing calculator will be required for this course.
Pre-Calculus
This course is designed to provide a balance of practice with concepts, skills and applications. The modeling connections between problem situations and their mathematics representations are discussed throughout the course in a variety of contexts. Students are given practice in modeling real-life situations using polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Connections among mathematical topics, especially algebra and geometry, are discussed and used to solve problems throughout. Current technology will be used to facilitate learning. Students are asked to purchase TI-83 Plus graphing calculators.
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus AB is designed for a full-year, college-level course in the calculus of functions of one independent variable. This course is based on the premise that there are four major concepts to be mastered---limits, derivative, definite integral and indefinite integral. For each concept, the student should know the precise definition, have an intuitive understanding of what the concept means, and be able to apply it in the real and/or mathematical world. There are four ways this knowledge can be obtained—numerically, graphically, and algebraically. Technology will play a very vital role in the study of this course. A TI-89 graphing calculator will be provided for each student in the class. The students enrolled in this course are expected to take the AP Calculus exam sponsored by The College Board
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