Mathematics

Text Box: PRE-ALGEBRA  Pre-Algebra is designed to be the course immediately preceding Algebra I. Students who feel they need extra skills in math before taking Algebra I should take Pre-Algebra. Also to consider are the students' grades in 8th grade Math and their performance on the Algebra I screening sheet given at the end of the 8th grade as well as recommendation of the 8th grade Math teacher. The course weaved three themes: applied math, pre-algebra, and pre-geometry. Prerequisite:  None                                          Credit:  1 Grades: Applicable                                     Semesters:  2   TRANSITION TO ALGEBRA  This course is designed to be a transitional course between Pre-Algebra and Algebra I. It is for students who have passed Pre-Algebra, but are not yet ready for enrollment in Algebra I. Students must be recommended for this course by their Pre-Algebra teacher, counselor, or administrator. Prerequisite: PreAlgebra                                  Credit: 1 Grades: Applicable                                      Semesters: 2 ALGEBRA I  Algebra is the language through which most of mathematics is communicated. This course will provide opportunities for students to become mathematical problem solvers, to gain confidence in their ability to communicate and to reason mathematically. This course is required for graduation in the state of Mississippi. Prerequisite:  Pre-Algebra                               Credit:  1                          recommended   Grades: 9-12                                                 Semesters:  2 Geometry  This course is a study and application of the properties of basic geometric figures including lines, planes, segments, rays, angles, triangles, and quadrilaterals. Proofs are developed and basic constructions made. The concepts of space geometry are introduced and treated intuitively. Algebraic application is stressed. Similar triangles, basic properties, and inequalities are presented from a geometric point of view. Prerequisite: Algebra I                                      Credit: 1 Grades: 10-12                                                Semesters: 2  ALGEBRA II  This course will continue to provide opportunities for students to become mathematical problem solvers and gain confidence in their ability to use math. This course offers greater depth than in Algebra I. Emphasis will be placed on number sense, numeration, operations, patterns, relations, functions, algebraic measurement, geometry, and statistics/probability. Prerequisite:  Algebra I, Geometry                 Credit:  1                         Or Letter of Recommendation                         From Algebra I teacher Grades: 10-12                                                Semesters:  2      

 

Text Box: ADVANCED ALGEBRA  This course serves as an extension of algebraic concepts developed in Algebra II.  Through a more in-depth study of algebra, students will further enhance their mathematical confidence and reasoning ability.  This course will be an extension of Algebra II and may be used as a prerequisite to Pre-Calculus. Prerequisite:  Algebra II                                Credit:  1/2 Grades:  11-12                                                 Semester:  1   Discrete Mathematics   Discrete Mathematics is the study of processes that involve sequences of individual or countable steps as opposed to the study of continuously changing processes addressed in Calculus.  Topics of study include number systems, logic of compound statements, mathematical induction and recursion, graph theory and set theory.  The instructional approach should provide opportunities for students to work together collaboratively and cooperatively as they solve routine and non-routine problems.  Communication strategies should include reading, writing, speaking, and critical listening as students present and evaluate mathematical arguments, proofs, and explanations about their reasoning.  Discrete Mathematics, a one-half credit course, is designed to provide students who have completed Geometry and Algebra II with an overview of concepts needed for computer science, electrical engineering, or fields requiring networking. Prerequisite:  Algebra II                                 Credit:  1/2 Grade:  10-12                                                   Semesters: 1     TRIGONOMETRY   Trigonometry forms as a foundation for later development of calculus concepts.  This course is a comprehensive study of trigonometric functions with emphasis on applications.  The study of trigonometry extends algebraic concepts to the exploration of circular and triangular functions with their properties and graphs.  The use of graphing calculators is an essential part of this course.  Prerequisite:  Geometry, Algebra II              Credit:  1/2 Grades:  11, 12                                                 Semester:  1 PRE-CALCULUS   This course serves as a bridge between Algebra II or Advanced Algebra and Calculus.  It will extend students' knowledge of concepts mastered in Algebra II or Advanced Algebra. This course will increase analysis skills and enhance students’ reasoning ability and mathematical confidence.  The use of technology, especially graphing calculators, should be an integral part of this course. Prerequisite:  Alg. II or Adv. Alg.                Credit:  1/2 Grades:  11, 12                                                 Semester:  1    CALCULUS   Calculus is the study of change.  The major focus is on differential and integral calculus. This course is designed for the student who has a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics. Prerequisite:  Trig. & Pre-Cal                            Credit:  1 Grade:  12                                                        Semesters:  2