• Mathematics


    P-Algebra 1                                                                                   Course #4630
    Level:                         9-12
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:              Placement based on LUHSD criteria
    Graduation:               Algebra 1 requirement
    College Prep:            Math (c) requirement
    Algebra 1 is a college preparatory, standards based math course built around problems designed to teach concepts, short writing assignments, and routine review necessary to retain skills. It is the goal of this course to empower students to use mathematics as a problem-solving tool and to demonstrate the importance of mathematics in their futures. A grade C or better in previous math class will assure greater success in this class.
     
    P-Geometry                                                                                  Course #4670
    Level:                         9-12
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:              Algebra 1 or Intensified Algebra
    Graduation:               Geometry requirement
    College Prep:            Math (c) requirement
    Geometry is a college preparatory, standards based math course built to not only increase student’s understanding of geometry, but to also act as an important transition from basic Algebra 1 to Algebra 2. A grade C or better in previous math class will assure greater success in this class.
     
    Geometry Support                                                                      Course #4501
    Level:                         9-12
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:             Teacher Recommendation
    Graduation:               Elective requirement
    Geometry Support is an elective course designed for students currently enrolled in Geometry who need additional support.
     
    P-Algebra 2                                                                                   Course #4690
    Level:                         9-12
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:             Algebra 1 or Intensified Algebra and Geometry
    Graduation:              1 year Math requirement
    College Prep:           Math (c) requirement
    Algebra 2 is a second-year course in algebra that reviews and broadens algebraic concepts introduced in Algebra 1 and Geometry. It meets university requirements and includes linear and quadratic equations, graphing, progression, real and complex number systems, relations and functions (exponential, logarithmic, and polynomial). A grade C or better in previous math classes will assure greater success in this class.
     
    P-Pre-Calculus                                                                             Course #4710
    Level:                         10-12
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:              Algebra 2 grade C or better
    Graduation:               1 year Math requirement
    College Prep:            Math (c) requirement
    Pre-Calculus is a course that includes a semester of trigonometry, and a semester of math analysis. Studies of functions, logarithms, analytical geometry, mathematical inductions, and limits prepare students for Calculus. Students enrolled in this class are encouraged to own a graphing or scientific calculator. A grade C or better in previous math classes will assure greater success in this class.
     
    P-Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus A/B                               Course #4720
    >Level:                      10-12
    Length:                      Year Class (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:              Pre-Calculus grade C or better
    Graduation:               1 year Math requirement
    College Prep:            Math (c) requirement
    Calculus A/B is a college level course that is designed for the motivated math student who will likely pursue a career in a math-related field. Calculus extends the study of limits, functions and derivatives, considers applications of the derivative, including velocity and optimization, studies of integration including exponential functions, and applications of the definite integral, including volumes of solids of revolution and areas of surfaces of revolution. The course prepares students to take the Advanced Placement examination. A mandatory parent meeting in the spring prior to the course will be scheduled. Students may choose to take Calculus without the AP distinction. A grade C or better in previous math classes will assure greater success in this class.
     

    P-AP Calculus BC                                                                        Course #4725
    Level:                        11-12 
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:              Placement based on LUHSD criteria
    Graduation:               Algebra 1 requirement
    College Prep:            Math (c) requirement
    AP Calculus (BC) is a year-long advanced placement course designed for the motivated math student who is likely to pursue a career in a math-related field. This course completes preparation for the Advanced Placement BC- level examination. Most universities accept a score of 3, 4 or 5 on the exam for credit for two semesters of college Calculus. AP Calculus (BC) includes the study of derivatives and integrals; considers applications of derivatives and integrals in the real world, and studies methods of integration, differential equations including logistical, limits and continuity, graphing, mathematical modeling, the analysis and derivatives of planar curves including those given in parametric, polar, and vector forms, L’Hopital’s Rule, Euler’s method, improper integrals, antiderivatives by substitution of variables, parts, and simple partial fractions, polynomial approximations and series including the Taylor and Maclaurin series, and the use of technology to solve problems relating to the above-mentioned topics.


    P-Statistics                                                                                   Course #4740
    Level:                         11-12
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:              Algebra 2
    Graduation:               1 year Math requirement or elective credit
    College Prep:            Math (c) requirement
    Statistics is a college prep course designed for juniors and seniors who have completed Algebra 2 and would like to learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret data correctly. The basic structure of the class will involve group work and projects such as surveys, and analysis of the lottery, gambling probabilities, and business and marketing applications. Students enrolled in this class are encouraged to own a graphing calculator or one that does statistical calculations. A grade C or better in previous math classes will assure greater success.
     
    P-AP Statistics                                                                            Course #4750
    Level:                         11–12
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:              Algebra 2
    Graduation:               1 year Math requirement or elective credit
    College Prep:            Math (“c”) requirement. Students will receive an extra grade point bonus for grades A-C
    AP Statistics is designed for college bound students who have completed Algebra II. This course is intended to explain the uses of statistics and its role in processing information contained in reports, scientific journals, political coverage, and even the daily newspaper. Students will be encouraged to use technology to relieve the drudgery of formula crunching, and instead students will spend more time selecting a proper model, describing and interpreting data, and displaying the results.
    Course scope and sequence will prepare students for the AP exam in May. A grade C or better in previous math classes will assure greater success in this class.
     
    Applied Career Mathematics                                                   Course #4605
    Level:                         11-12
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:              Algebra 1 or Intensified Algebra; Geometry 1
    Graduation:               1 year Math requirement
    Applied Career Math is a course that integrates hands-on laboratory activities, cooperative learning opportunities and video programs with text materials that teach important math concepts by emphasizing problem- solving and decision-making through workplace applications. The students will investigate, construct and apply algebra, geometry, statistics and probability skills through contextual hands-on learning. This course uses the fundamental tools of basic arithmetic to solve every day business problems.
     
    P-Financial Algebra                                                                 Course #4643
    Level:                        10-12
    Length:                      Year (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:              Algebra 1
    Graduation:               1 year Math requirement
    Financial Algebra is a mathematical modeling course that is algebra-based, applications-oriented, and technology-dependent. The course addresses college preparatory mathematics topics from Advanced Algebra, Statistics, Probability, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus under seven financial umbrellas: Banking, Investing, Credit, Employment and Income Taxes, Automobile Ownership, Independent Living, and Retirement Planning and Household Budgeting. It provides students a motivating, young-adult-centered financial context for understanding and applying the mathematics they are guaranteed to use in the future, and is thusly aligned with the recommendations of the Common Core State Standards.
     
    P-Algebra II – Pre-calculus                                                    Course #4702
    Level:                       10-12
    Length:                     Year Class (10 credits)
    Prerequisite:             Successful completion of Algebra I & Geometry
    Graduation:               I year Math requirement
    College Prep:            Math © requirement
    Upon completion of this course, students are prepared to take AP Calculus and other higher-level math courses. This course compacts the common core algebra 2 standards with the common core ( + ) pre-calculus standards. Function concepts covered includes polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions along with transformation of functions using a parent function. Additional content covered includes conics, analytic trigonometry, complex number theory (DeMoivre’s Theorem), introduction to vector theory, matrices and determinants, sequences, series, binomial theorem, counting principles, probability, and statistics. Finally, the course assignments will emphasize use of the “Eight Mathematical Practices”. Students will make sense of problem situations, solve higher order thinking problems, derive key theorems, use technology where appropriate, work in groups to develop teamwork skills, and demonstrate procedural fluency in their responses.