PreAlgebra - Students will learn algebraic concepts to help prepare them for Algebra 1B. Students will begin with a study of algebraic patterns and operations which will lead into equations, linear functions, inequalities, absolute value, and systems of equations. Percents, statistics, area and volume will also be included.
Algebra 1B - This course prepares students for success in algebra. Students will begin with a study of algebraic patterns and operations which will lead into equations, linear functions, inequalitites, absolute value, and systems of equations and inequalities. Exponents, exponential functions, polynomials, factoring, quadratic functions, and radical functions will also be explored. Coordinate geometry, proportional reasoning, statistics, probability, and transformations will also be included.
Algebra 1A - This course builds on algebra skills learned in the middle school. Basic concepts and properties of algebra are introduced early to prepare students for equation solving. Concepts and skills are introduced algebraically, graphically, numerically, and verbally to help students make the connections. Students will be taught the tools of algebra to help them solve equations and inequalities, as well as solving and applying proportions. Graphs, functions, linear equations, systems of equations and inequalities will also be discussed. Other topics include exponents, exponential functions, polynomials, factoring, quadratic equations and functions, radical expressions and equations, and rational expressions and functions. Graphing calculators will be used to show how algebraic patterns, expressions and functions change.
Advanced Geometry - (prerequesite: Successful completion of 8th grade Advanced Algebra 1) Proofs are introduced in a variety of formats including two column, paragraph, and indirect forms. Students learn to value the need to think logically and present ideas in a logical order. Algebra skills are reviewed to ensure the students maintain these skills. Algebra integration within coordinate geometry topics and probability and statistic connections are taught throughout the course. Students will use the tools of geometry for reasoning and proofs. Parallel and perpendicular lines, congruent triangles, and relationships within triangles will be presented as well as various aspects of quadrilaterals including area and similarity. Surface area, volume, right triangle trigonometry, circles, and transformations topics are also discussed.
