Mathematics

	Mathematics
	Algebra I Grades 9-12 1 credit Prerequisites: None	Algebra I provides the foundation concepts for Algebra II, Geometry, and all high school mathematics. It establishes concepts in the areas of number operations, quantitative reasoning, algebraic thinking, and symbolic reasoning. An emphasis is placed on function concepts, the relationship between equations, and the use of these to model real world applications. TAKS objectives will be taught.
	PreAP Algebra I Grades 9-12 1 credit Prerequisites: None	This college-preparatory course covers the same material presented in regular Algebra I. Concepts will be explored in greater depth and problem-solving will be more varied and demanding. Technology including the graphing calculator and the computer will be used to a greater extent than in Algebra I. Additional topics to be covered are geometric representations of algebraic situations, quadratic systems with parabolas, and absolute value equations and inequalities. TAKS objectives will be taught.
	Geometry Grades 9-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Algebra I	Geometry is a college-preparatory course as well as preparation for school-to-work programs. Geometry consists of geometric figures of zero, one, two, and three dimensions and the relationships among them. Connections are made between geometric concepts and solving real world problems by using a variety of representations (concrete, algebraic, and coordinate), tools, technology applications and modeling, justification, and proof. TAKS objectives will be taught.
	PreAP Geometry Grades 9-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Algebra I	This college-preparatory course will contain the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills in the regular geometry course. Concepts will be explored in greater depth and with rigor designed to properly prepare students to be successful in Pre-Advanced Placement Algebra II. TAKS objectives will be taught.
	Algebra II Grades 9-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry, Geometry can be taken concurrently	Progression through the algebra concepts taught in this course allows students to develop logical reasoning and problem-skills vital in today's technology-oriented world. It prepares students for either school-to-work programs or progression to higher mathematics needed for post secondary studies. It emphasizes the need to master functional relationships and employ them to problem-solve real situations. It provides access to current technology that allows table building, coordinate graphing, algebraic analysis, and computation. It encompasses the study of algebraic functions using data analysis, matrices, factoring, complex numbers, properties of exponents, graphs and tables. The relationships between algebra and geometry are continuously integrated into the course. Abstract algebra concepts and their geometric graphs are linked together for such functions as linear, quadratic, radical, inverse, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Graphs of circles, ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas (the conic sections), and their respective algebraic descriptions are also studied and applied.
	PreAP Algebra II Grades 9-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry, Geometry can be taken concurrently	This college-preparatory course covers the same material presented in regular Algebra II in addition to other topics that will better prepare students for Pre-Advanced Placement Pre-Calculus. Concepts will be explored in greater depth and problem-solving will be more varied and demanding.
	Pre-Calculus Grades 10-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Algebra II and Geometry	Pre-Calculus combines the use of the real number coordinate system with an extensive study of functions and their graphs, including trigonometric functions and their periodicity, inverse, composite, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Functions, sequences and series, conic sections, parametric representations, and vectors will be used to model real life situations.
	PreAP Pre-Calculus Grades 10-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Algebra II and Geometry	This college-preparatory course is intended for students who have displayed a high degree of understanding in their previous math courses, It is designed to prepare students for AP Calculus. It includes the same concepts covered in Pre-Calculus but explored in greater depth, and problem solving will be more varied and demanding.
	AP Calculus AB Grades 11-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Pre-Calculus	Students will be taught the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills of calculus such as applying limit theorems, continuity, differentiation and integration of algebraic and transcendental (trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic) functions. Also, applications of first and second derivatives including curve sketching, velocity and acceleration, maxima and minima, and related rates are covered. Indefinite and definite integration including applications are presented. Other subjects covered are: differentiating composite functions using the chain rule, implicit differentiation problems, and other integration methods. Graphing calculator skills are required for solving some problems. Preparation for the College Board AP Calculus Exam is emphasized.
	AP Statistics Grades 11-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Algebra II and Geometry	Students will be introduced to the major concepts and tools to collect, analyze, and draw conclusions from data. Topics are divided into four major themes: exploratory analysis, planning a study, probability, and statistical inference. Preparation for College Board AP Statistics Exam is emphasized.
	Mathematical Models with Applications Grades 10-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry	This course is designed to introduce the student to applied math in real world situations. This is a course dealing with mathematical patterns in art, nature, music and architecture; personal finance involving budgeting, insurance, savings, and credit; modeling and using geometric growth and graph theory. Since most problems are situational in this course, good reading skills are required. This course may not fulfill the math entrance requirements of some colleges. Semesters are independent of each other. This course counts as a math credit on the minimum graduation plan only.
	Independent Study in Math I Grades 9-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Teacher approval Independent Study in Math II Grades 11-12 1 credit Prerequisites: Teacher approval	No course description; see teacher.