Mathematic Courses
A study of real numbers, variables, mathematical expressions, polynomials, factoring, quadratic and linear equations and inequalities and functions lays the foundation for all further high school math courses. The course takes a problem-solving approach that enriches abstract and critical thinking skills.
Geometry
Geometry continues students’ study of geometric concepts by building upon middle school topics. Students will move from an inductive approach to deductive methods of proof in their study of geometric figures. Two-and three-dimensional reasoning skills will be emphasized and students will broaden their use of the coordinate plane to include transformations of geometric figures. Appropriate technology, from manipulatives to calculators and graphics software, will be used as necessary to enhance instruction.
This course introduces basic properties and operations of functions. Students identify and sketch families of graphs that include polynomials and functions. They identify the critical points and end behavior of the graphs of polynomial functions and solve problems involving direct, inverse, and joint variation. Students examine trigonometric ratios, solve right triangles, and use the Law of Sines and Cosines to solve other triangles and to find the areas of triangles. This course introduces basic properties and operations functions. Emphasis is placed on polynomial, rational, and trigonometric functions. The use of a graphing calculator is considered an integral part of the course and students will use a graphing calculator throughout this course. |