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Mrs. Lisa Burgess-jburgessahf@yahoo.com
Department Philosophy - This course is designed to challenge students to meet their God given potential and to present opportunities for them to apply mathematical concepts to solve real-life problems.
MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT
With the exception of accounting students, all students are required to have a graphing calculator either a TI 83 plus, TI 84 plus silver edition, or TI- Nspire CAS version ( preferable).
Algebra 1a (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course open to: Freshman
Prerequisite: Departmental Approval
Course Description: This course is designed to prepare students to be able to successfully complete a full high school mathematics curriculum. Areas of emphasis will include a review of the fundamental operations of arithmetic and basic concepts of rational numbers in both fractional and decimal form. In addition, students will learn to solve first-degree equations, perform operations on polynomials, graph first-degree equations, and apply these skills to problem solving. Calculators will be used frequently.
Text: SpringBoard Mathematics with Meaning Algebra 1, The College Board’s official Pre-AP program, (2010).
College Prep Algebra 1b (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course Open to: Freshmen, Sophomores
Course Description: This course is the basis for all subsequent work in mathematics. Students will be introduced to fundamental concepts of expressions, equations, inequalities, and functions. This course introduces the student to the concepts and skills of Algebra to prepare her for future courses in Geometry and Algebra 2. Topics include operations with real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, factoring, graphing, and functions. Students will integrate concepts of geometry, statistics, data analysis, probability and discrete mathematics in real-world applications to connect mathematics to other subjects such as science, history and health.
Text: SpringBoard Mathematics with Meaning Algebra 1, The College Board’s official Pre-AP program, (2010).
Sr. Mary Jane's Algebra 1 Summer Packet
Sr. Mary Jane's Algebra 1 2nd Summer Packet
Honors Algebra 1 (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course Open to: Freshmen, Sophomores
Course Description: This course introduces the student to the concepts and skills of Algebra to prepare her for future courses in Honors Algebra and Honors Geometry. Topics include such as solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, factoring, algebraic fractions, fractional equations, graphing, and functions. Topics are covered to a greater depth than in College Prep Algebra I.
Text: SpringBoard Mathematics with Meaning Algebra 1, The College Board’s official Pre-AP program, (2010).
Algebra II (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course open to: Sophomores, Juniors
Course Description: After a thorough review of the topics covered in Algebra I, especially those related to the simplification of polynomial, rational and radical expressions and the solution of polynomial, quadratic, rational, and radical equations, the course proceeds to a deeper look at the notions of functions and relations, systems of linear and quadratic equations, exponents and logarithms, complex numbers, and sequences and series.
Text: SpringBoard Mathematics with Meaning Algebra II, The College Board’s official Pre-AP program, (2010).
Honors Algebra II (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course open to: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors
Prerequisite: At least 85+ average in Honors Algebra I and departmental approval
Course Description: Honors Algebra II is a course designed for students who have excelled in Algebra I Honors. Topics included are functions and relations, systems of linear and quadratic equations, exponents and logarithms, complex numbers, and sequences and series. Graphing calculator is required. Students will solve problems of increasing complexity using previously learned concepts of algebra.
Text: SpringBoard Mathematics with Meaning Algebra II, The College Board’s official Pre-AP program, (2010).
College Prep Geometry (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course open to: Sophomores, Juniors
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Course Description: This course introduces the student to all the basic concepts and correlate formal geometric theorems with the student’s practical experience with the world around him. Topics included in the course are the study of relations of lines, parallel lines relationships, angles, right triangles, similar triangles, surfaces, circles, construction, area, volume, and deductive proofs. Lessons focus on one objective
Text: SpringBoard Mathematics with Meaning Geometry, The College Board’s official Pre-AP program, (2010).
Honors Geometry: (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course open to: Sophomores, Juniors
Prerequisite: At least 85+ average in Honors Algebra II and departmental approval
Description: This course examines the properties, measurement, and relation of lines, angles, surfaces, and solids. Intuitive thought and the development of logical thought are emphasized and reinforced. Topics included are deductive proof, angle relationships, parallel lines, right triangles, circles, constructions and loci, and area of volume. Deductive proof is emphasized.
Text: SpringBoard Mathematics with Meaning Geometry, The College Board’s official Pre-AP program, (2010).
Advanced Math and Trigonometry (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course open to: Seniors
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 and departmental approval
Course Description: This class is designed to complete the student’s preparation for college math. This course begins with a brief review of Algebra II. Which can include topics such as applications problems, graphing, units on relations, functions, and polynomials. The complex number system, conics, exponents, logarithms, sequence and series, probability, statistics, trigonometric functions, and limits will be covered as well. Students will use the graphing calculator while applying logic, reasoning, and critical thinking skills to analyze and solve problems. SAT problems will be implemented into the lessons.
Text: SpringBoard Mathematics with Meaning Precalculus, The College Board’s official Pre-AP program, (2010).
Honors Pre-Calculus (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course open to: Juniors, Seniors
Prerequisite: At least 85+ average in Honors Algebra 2 and departmental approval
Course Description: This course is a preparation for the study of calculus. It is study of linear relations and functions, the nature of graphs, polynomial and rational functions, trigonometry, graphs and inverses of the trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and equations, polar coordinates and complex numbers, conics, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequence and series, and limits, derivatives, and integrals. Students will use the graphing calculator while applying logic, reasoning, and critical thinking skills to analyze and solve problems.
Text: SpringBoard Mathematics with Meaning Precalculus, College Board’s official Pre-AP program, (2010).
AP Calculus (Full Year; 1 credit)
Course open to: Seniors
Prerequisite: At least 85+ average in Honors Pre-Calculus and departmental approval.
Course Description: AP Calculus class is for students who succeed in algebra, trigonometry, geometry, and precalculus. Students must take AP exam in May if they want to take this class. This course introduces limits and continuity, derivatives, the definite integral, differential equations, application of definite integrals, parametric, vector, and polar functions. After finishing this course, the student will enhance her critical thinking skills. Most of all they will definitely be ready for college calculus math. Students need to be familiar with AP central website to help them to prepare for the test.
Text: AP Calculus, Pearson-Prentice Hall (2007) |
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Accounting Philosophy - This course is designed to challenge students to meet their God given potential and to present opportunities for them to apply mathematical concepts to solve real-life problems.
Accounting I
This course is an introduction to the language of business. The students will be introduced to the planning, recording, analyzing, and interpreting of financial information so necessary in all aspects of business and in whatever environment they are in throughout their lives. Regardless of their responsibilities within an organization, the students will realize that they can perform their jobs more efficiently if they know the language of business.
Personal Finance
Course Description: Personal Finance is based on use of an online course offered by the Universit y of Arizona. It uses newly developed research that can extend the abilit y to raise the personal financial capabilities of young adults. The students in this course will be able to create a personal financial plan, a personal budget and select strategies to use in handling credit cards and managing debt.
Course Objective: Personal Finance prepares students for successful management of their
personal finances. It is a course that addresses the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors associated with the management of family economics and financial education. |
