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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
FUNDAMENTAL
MATH
Grades 9
.5 Credit
(5105)
CCP Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation and diagnostic testing
This course will assist students in grade 9 who are in need of
intensive instruction in basic math skills. Teaching materials are
adjusted to individual learning styles and instructional math levels.
Fundamental Math can be taken up to two semesters.
INTEGRATED
PRACTICAL
MATHEMATICS
Grade 12
.5 Credit
(5110)
CCP Prerequisite(s): School Counselor Placement
This course is required for twelfth grade students who have not
passed the Numeracy District Performance Task. Integrated Practical
Math focuses on the mathematic skills required for graduation.
Students learn how to apply basic arithmetical operations involving
fractions, decimals and percents, and to apply basic algebra,
geometry, and probability skills to a variety of every day practical
situations.
ALGEBRA 1
Grades 9
1 Credit
(5113)
CCP Prerequisite(s): See Below
This course provides students with the basic structure and techniques
of algebra. Skills are developed in utilizing algebraic techniques to
solve problems. Topics include operations of real numbers, absolute
values, powers, roots, radicals, polynomials, and rational
expressions. Students solve problems involving linear extrapolation
and interpolations, rates, ratios and percents, formulas, and
probability. The basics of algebra include solving and graphing
linear equations, linear inequalities, quadratic functions, rational
functions, and equations. The TI 83+ or TI 84 graphing calculator
will be used as a tool of inquiry.
HONORS
GEOMETRY
Grades 9, 10
1 Credit Prerequisite(s): See Below
An understanding of algebra is required. Mastery of geometry
enables a student to develop a foundation in formal and informal
reasoning as well as the ability to apply geometric principles
involving the solution of problems. Geometry is the study of the
measure, construction, and relationships of figures. Topics include
points, lines, planes, angles, parallels, and triangles. Coordinate
geometry is utilized to achieve algebraic solutions of formal proofs.
Right triangle properties including the Pythagorean Theorem and
trigonometric ratios are introduced. Angle and segment relationships
involving circles are studied. Areas of plane figures and volumes of
solids are explored and calculated. Computer applications may be
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