MATH

Three credits in mathematics are required for all students.  Further math study may be recommended based on your choice of career path.  The students will be presented with a varied selection of classes so that they may choose and plan their own courses in the mathematical learning process.  The philosophy of the Mathematics Department is to present many levels of mathematics classes in order to reach each student at his/her ability level.  The scope of the mathematics curriculum is to prepare the students for job positions that require mathematical skills, for college level classes and for future technical/scientific careers.

PRE-ALGEBRA                                     9                      Both (1 credit)

This class will explore equation solving, sets, mathematical symbols and terms, and directed numbers (positive and negative numbers) along with many other ideas.

ALGEBRA I                                           9/10/11/12         Both (1credit)

Algebra is the first step toward work in advanced mathematics.  The student will learn to use variables rather than constants, continuing to use  many of the basic concepts of arithmetic.  Equation solving will be an important part of this course.

GEOMETRY                                          9/10/11/12         Both (1credit)

PREREQUISITE: Algebra I

Geometry is a study of points, lines, planes and spaces as well as the real number system.  This course utilizes logical reasoning using definitions, theorems, postulates and geometric proofs.  Unified concepts of geometry, algebra and basic computation are stressed in this course.

ALGEBRAIC &

GEOMETRIC TOPICS (AGT)                   11                     Both (1 credit)

PREREQUISITE: Pre-Algebra and Algebra I or Teacher Recommendation

This class will incorporate both algebraic and geometric concepts in an effort to prepare students to score at a satisfactory level on the state proficiency test. This class is strongly suggested for students who had Pre-Algebra and Algebra and had “average” scores.

ALGEBRA II                                          10/11/12            Both (1credit)

PREREQUISITE: Geometry

This course begins with a review of the basic terminology, notation, concepts, skills and applications of beginning algebra and is then extended to linear and quadratic relations and functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric and circular functions, complex numbers, progressions and matrices.

TRIGONOMETRY                                  11/12                1^st (1/2credit)

PREREQUISITE: Algebra II

Trigonometry is logical development of circular functions as periodic functions of a real variable in degrees or radian measurement.  The trigonometric functions and applications of these functions apply to the

PRE-CALCULUS                                   11/12                2^nd (1/2credit)

PREREQUISITE: Trigonometry

Pre-Calculus is the extension of Trigonometry with advanced topics of analytical geometry, probability, statistics, and other higher level mathematical concepts.

CALCULUS                                           12                     Both (1credit)

PREREQUISITE: Pre-Calculus

Calculus is the study of higher-level mathematical concepts as they relate to functions, equations, areas under curves, rates of change and motion.  Key topics include: graphing, exponents, logarithms, limits, velocity, continuity, differentials, integrals, sequences and series.  All of these topics require a complete knowledge and understanding of algebraic processes.

SOCIAL STUDIES

The purpose of social studies education is the development of citizenship.  The goal of citizenship, in turn, is the constant effort through decision and action to foster just relations among people and institutions.  These curricular outcomes ensure that students have the knowledge, skills and democratic values necessary for rational decision making as participating citizens in a multicultural and interdependent global society.

A responsible citizen is a person who:

1.         Knows and exercises his/her rights as guaranteed by the Constitution and assumes responsibilities of citizenship, and

2.         Makes sounds judgments about their community, their state, their nation and the world and its environment based upon knowledge and understanding of social science, including history, geography, government, economics and related fields.

INTEGRATED SOCIAL STUDIES (REQUIRED)           10/11/12                             1^st (1/2credit)

                                                                                    2^nd (1/2credit)

Integrated Social Studies is a course designed to better prepare students for the social studies component of the MEAP test.  This class will incorporate geography, civics, global issues, and economics. This course is required for graduation for the classes of 2007 and beyond.

LAW AND SOCIETY                              9/10/11/12         1^st (1/2credit)

                                                                                    2^nd (1/2credit)

This class deals with basic civil and criminal law.  Legal areas to be covered are Criminal Law, Civil Law, Consumer Law, Family Law and Individual Rights Law as it relates to the U.S. Constitution.

U.S. HISTORY (REQUIRED)                                      11/12                                  Both(1credit)

This course covers the development of the United States.  The first semester surveys the geographical and political development until World War I.  The second semester continues with the United States' emergence as an international power.  It covers the military, political, social and economic events until 1980.  The American Literature course coordinates closely with this one and it is recommended that they be taken together.  This course is required for graduation.

U.S.GOVERNMENT (REQUIRED)                              12                                       1^st(1/2credit)

                                                                                    2^nd(1/2credit)

The major goal of this class is to create student awareness as to the functions of the various governmental units and to engender interest in the democratic process and the ultimate goals of a free society. This course is required for graduation.

SOCIOLOGY                                         12                     1^st (1/2credit)

This course will give the student an understanding of world cultures; an opportunity to discuss and attempt to understand bias and prejudice; and an opportunity to gain knowledge of social problems on the local, state, and national level.  It is a study of people and society—their behavior, emotions, and personalities.  It is designed primarily to give students a chance to express their views in candid discussion. 

PSYCHOLOGY                                     12                     2^nd (1/2credit)

This course will give the student a background in the science of human behavior as well as information pertaining to various types of mental illness, mental deficiency, testing methods and background of the founding fathers of psychology.  Candid discussions of psychological process and theories will occur.  This is a demanding course especially appropriate for the most able students.