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P.A.S.S. Math: (3200 and 3100) is a prerequisite course for students that achieved a below standard score on their 8th grade DSTP. It includes the following: a Number Sense strand that works with fractions, percents, ratios and proportions, and integers; a Probability strand to calculate experimental and theoretical probability; a Geometry strand to classify plane shapes and calculate their perimeter and area; to classify 3-dimensional shapes and calculate their surface area and volume; and an Algebra strand that introduces linear patterns and solving simple equations.
Math Concepts: (3140) is an integrated math course for special education students that includes the following: a Number Sense strand to develop a proportional reasoning and perform operations using percents, integers, and scientific notation; a Geometry strand to classify triangles, quadrilaterals, calculate area of polygons and circles, and use the Pythagorean theorem to solve problems: and an Algebra strand to graph points, create table of values and solve simple linear equations.
Math Applications (3150) is an integrated math course for special education students that includes the following: a Geometry strand to calculate volume and surface area of three-dimensional figures; and an Algebra strand to develop an understanding of linear functions to include slope and rate of change; and a Probability and Statistics strand to work with simple probability situations, and increase student's ability to use appropriate graphical representations and measures of center.
Algebra: (3710) is a foundation of algebra course that includes the following: Algebraic Reasoning units to practice solving equations, identify functions, solve and graph linear functions while interpreting their slope and y-intercept, solve and graph linear inequalities, and solve systems of linear equations and inequalities. Numeric and Geometric Reasoning will be embedded through the course.
Integrated Math I (3300) is an integrated, standards-based program that includes the following: an Algebra and Function strand to model patterns of change through linear and exponential problem situations, recognize relationships between variables and to use table graphs , and algebraic expressions; and a Statistics strand to develop abilities to recognize and describe important patterns that relate quantitative variables, and the abilities to analyze and summarize authentic data through the use of several different graphical displays.
Integrated Math II (3400) is an integrated, standards-based program that includes the following: an Algebra and Function strand that develops abilities to recognize and represent quadratic relations between variables using data tables, graphs, and symbolic formulas, and extends abilities to recognize, describe, and use systems of linear equations; and a Geometry strand to develop understanding of triangle congruence, measurements of two and three dimensional objects; and a Statistics and Probability strand to model situations involving chance by using simulation and mathematical analysis and construct probability distributions.
Integrated Math III (3500) is an integrated, standards-based program that includes the following: a Numeric Reasoning strand to develop understanding of matrices as a powerful tool; and Algebra and Function strand that introduces multiple ways to use and solve systems of linear equations, introduces function notation and abilities to reason with parabolic shapes, with special emphasis on formal symbolic reasoning methods; and a Geometric strand that analyzes properties of polygons using a coordinate system for representation, distance and midpoint formulas, slope, and reflections, and uses these shapes to investigate Trigonometric ratios and the laws of trigonometry.
Stat/Algebra (3820) is a project-based course that adequately prepares students for college and the world of work. It includes a Statistics strand collecting, describing, analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing authentic data sets, using correlation to measure the strength of association between two variables, and study probability and its relationship to statistics; and an Algebra strand that uses linear programming to reason both algebraically and graphically to optimize systems of functions in two variables, extend student ability to represent and draw inferences about polynomial and rational functions, and discover the relationship in algebra skills to finance.
Intermediate Algebra (3750) is a college intended course that includes the following: solving equations and inequalities, an understanding of linear functions and systems of equations, solving and graphing quadratic functions, working with polynomials, rational expressions, and properties of exponents, and an understanding of operations involving roots and radicals.
Pre Calculus A (3950) is a college intended course for students interested in career areas that involve Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematics. It includes the following topics: linear functions, quadratic functions, polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, absolute value equations and inequalities, right triangle trigonometry, and radian measure. The curriculum is designed to give students a study of elementary functions needed for college mathematics. It uses real world applications and encourages students to communicate and justify their algebraic thinking graphically and symbolically.
Pre Calculus B (3960) is part 2 of a college intended course for students interested in career areas that involve Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematics. It includes the following: trigonometric functions, circular functions and their graphs, trigonometric identities and equations, and finite and infinite sequences. The curriculum is designed to give students a study of elementary functions needed for college mathematics. It uses real world applications and encourages students to communicate and justify their algebraic thinking graphically and symbolically.
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