Mathematics Department
Elementary
Elementary students are taught addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, time, geometry, graphs, tables, measurement, problem solving, sets, terms and properties in continuingly more complex forms.
Secondary
Mrs. Clarke, Miss Jodi Hartenstine, Mr. Fran Carey
Math 7
This course is designed to help students move toward a higher level of mathematics. A review of the fundamentals of math plus a foundation for algebra and geometry are covered. Students will be challenged to further develop and expand thinking ability in problem solving.
Math 8
The course reviews operations of whole numbers, fractions, decimals and basic math principles. The course then extends to establish good foundations for algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
Pre-Algebra
This course proceeds Algebra I and is intended for those students who are not yet prepared to enter ninth - grade algebra, but have completed eighth-grade mathematics. Students enrolled in this class have experienced difficulty in using fractions, mixed numbers, and decimal numbers in the four basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in basic mathematics. This course provides opportunity to learn the skills in which students are deficient, in preparation for an introduction to the advantages of algebra in problem solving.
Algebra I
Algebra I introduces students to ideas taught through the quadratic formula traditionally taught in a first-year algebra course. Through this course, students can begin to build models to describe problems and find solutions. The course is aimed at developing creativity and an appreciation of mathematics. This course is required of all college-bound students.
Algebra II
Algebra II introduces students to ideas traditionally taught in a second-year algebra course. Twenty percent of this course is devoted to non-textbook mathematics and is aimed at developing creativity and an appreciation of mathematics. This course is required of all college-bound sophomores, juniors and seniors who have completed Algebra I.
Geometry
Geometry focuses on lines, planes, triangles, circles, basic geometric
shapes, and much more. Students will learn how to use logic to help solve
mathematical problems. This course offers a chance each week for group work
which helps students which excel in the subject to develop teaching/tutoring
skills. The prerequisite for this course is Algebra I, however, Algebra II
is strongly recommended also.
Trigonometry
This course is a combination of college algebra and analytical geometry.
Students will also have a semester long project on budgeting in which they
will learn how to budget everything they will need for their future homes
using their assigned jobs and salaries. This project includes everything
from tithes and giving to mortgages, school debts, insurance, and much more.
The prerequisite for this course is Algebra II and Geometry.
Pre Calculus
Pre Calculus prepares students for college level mathematics including Calculus. It covers a variety of sections including, limits, series and sequences, matrices, conics, and much more. There is an option to take the AP Calculus test in this class. Preparation would be during the second semester for whoever is interested. Trigonometry is a prerequisite.
Stewardship Math
Stewardship Math is a business math class. We cover many useful things
including checking accounts, credit cards, mortgages, automobile loans,
taxes, and more. Each chapter includes a short project where students will
research more on the topics we are covering in class. Stewardship is one
math class where students never need to ask "When will I use this in life?"
This course is for Juniors and Seniors.
Department Recommended Links
Math Forum: Teachers' Place - Ideas for practical problems in mathematics
www.mathforum.org/teachers/
Mathcounts - for information write to mathcounts@nspe.org www.mathcounts.org
High School Page of Newfoundland University - Good Math links
www.math.mun.ca/~edgar/highschool/highschool.html