HSPA REMEDIATION-MATH prerequisite - none 2.5 credits This course is intended for students who have not passed the HSPA in their Junior year. The focus of this course will be to develop skills and knowledge in the four areas which are the focus of the 11" grade graduation test. The four areas are: 1) Number Sense, Concepts, and Applications; 2) Spatial Sense and Geometry; 3) Data Analysis, Probability, Statistics, and Discrete Mathematics; 4) Patterns and Functions; and, Algebra. Emphasis will be on understanding and the applications of math con¬cepts and problem solving, reviewing for the HSPA test in October and preparations for the SRA process.

MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS prerequisite - none 5 credits The course is a review of all arithmetic concepts: whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents and proportions followed by measurement (metric and standard). Algebra is covered (algebra expres¬sions, solving equations and regularities using integers). Geometry: review of figures, angles, poly¬gons and pythl. Statistics and Problems: intro to mean med mode etc.. and graph reading.

HSPA MATH (Special Consideration) prerequisite - none 5 credits HSPA Math is a blend of arithmetic, algebra and geometry. The students will learn to see connec¬tions between various branches of mathematics and learn strategies to solve problems that apply to real life situations. They will explore interesting patterns in mathematics, and learn to use technology to calculate as well as estimate answers. This course will build a foundation that will empower the students to succeed in higher math courses, and will be instrumental in helping prepare them for the High School Proficiency Assessment.

PRE-ALGEBRA prerequisite - none 5 credits Pre-Algebra is a gradual approach to developing an understanding of the underlying principles of Al¬gebra and Geometry. Important mathematics concepts, such as integers and rational numbers, the language of algebra, number theory, as well as proportion, percent and probability will prepare the student for further learning in algebra. Concepts such as congruence, similarity, transformations, and measurement will function as student's introduction to geometry. Real data and real-life prob¬lems will be solved in a variety of ways: the students will learn to interpret data, read tables, charts and graphs, and develop critical thinking skills.

ALGEBRA I prerequisite - none 5 credits Algebra I is designed to present the basic principles of algebra, its relationship to the real-world and daily life by applying theory to applications. It is the foundation of all other secondary mathematics courses. Students will be trained to explore problem-solving methods, plan strategies for finding so¬lutions, solve problems, and evaluate and interpret results. Students will be encouraged to custom¬ize problem-solving strategies and blend those approaches into their personal lives and careers. Topics include, but are not limited to, translation of verbal expressions into mathematical expres¬sions, graphing, numerical analysis, equation solving, percent and discounts, and proportions.

HONORS ALGEBRA I prerequisite - none 5 credits Algebra I Honors includes all of the Algebra I curriculum and the introduction to trigonometric func¬tions, writing linear equations and solving linear systems, simplifying and factoring polynomials, and solving quadratic equations.

GEOMETRY prerequisite - Algebra / 5 credits Geometry is the study of shapes and figures as well as a study of inductive and deductive reason¬ing and conjecturing. Students will learn about different types of angles, parallel, and perpendicular lines, and congruence and similarity of polygons. They will discover how concepts about right trian¬gles, trigonometry, and circles can be applied to real life applications. Students will also learn how to find measurements such as perimeter, area, surface area and volume of figures. Basic arithme¬tic and Algebra are integrated into the course, to provide continual review and application of math skills previously learned in other courses.

HONORS GEOMETRY prerequisite - Honors Algebra I 5 credits
Honors Geometry is a more intensive approach to the same concepts taught in Geometry. More emphasis will be placed on inductive and deductive reasoning skills, such as direct and indirect proofs, logic and problem solving strategies. A greater use and review of Algebra will provide stu¬dents a better foundation for a second course in Algebra and courses in higher mathematics

ALGEBRA II prerequisite - Algebra l, Geometry 5 credits Algebra II is a second course in the study of level-appropriate algebra. It begins with a review of the material covered in Algebra I and leads to a comprehensive study of functions, linear, quadratic, polynomial, logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric functions. Other topics may include: sys¬tems of equations and inequalities, matrices, powers, function transformations, conic sections, ra¬tional and complex numbers. The depth to which each topic is covered and the sophistication of the solutions to the problems related to those topics increase with the level of the course.

HONORS ALGEBRA II prerequisite-Honors Algebra l, Honors Geometry 5 credits Students are challenged to rethink subjects covered in Algebra I. New topics include matrices, lin¬ear programming in regard to systems of equations, rational polynomial expressions, and exponen¬tial and logarithmic functions are introduced and integrated with real world connections. Techno¬logical aides such as graphing calculators and computers are used to strengthen comprehension of the subject matter. Students are asked to examine higher-order questions and investigate the an¬swers via these mediums.

PRE-CALCULUS prerequisite - Algebra l, Algebra Il, Geometry 5 credits Pre-calculus is designed to cover materials not covered in Algebra and to increase mastery of top¬ics investigated in Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. Advanced topics are presented such as trigonometry matrices, and graphs of inverse functions. Students will become more familiar with graphing calculators as the calculator relates to real world applications. This course ties together skills learned in prior math courses and allows the students to determine what skills to employ and the most effective approach to problem solving.

CALCULUS prerequisite - Pre-Calculus 5 credits This course is important to any student who is going to college, especially if the student is majoring in Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Computer Science or Business. Many colleges today ex¬pect the student to have some knowledge of calculus when they enter. This course covers a review of pre calculus, theory of limits, continuity, differentiation, and basic integration.