ALGEBRA 1

1 High School Credit

In this course students will explore a variety of topics within algebra including linear, exponential, quadratic, and polynomial equations and functions. Students will achieve fluency in solving linear and quadratic equations as well as with manipulation of polynomials using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and factoring. Students will understand the key differences between linear and exponential functions. Students learn to model problems using algebra, functions, sequences, probability, and statistics. This course is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for Algebra I.

A scientific calculator is required for this course (Texas Instruments TI 30X IIS).  A graphing calculator will be used in the course (TI 84+, TI 84+CE) and purchasing one is optional.  

Students will take the NYS Common Core Algebra regents exam at the end of the course.

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MATH 9

1 High School Credit

In Math 9, students will follow the Algebra curriculum(see above), but only complete ⅔ of it.  Students will finish the curriculum in Math 10 and take the Regents exam in January of their sophomore year.  

A scientific calculator is required for this course (Texas Instruments TI 30X IIS).  A graphing calculator will be used in the course (TI 84+, TI 84+CE) and purchasing one is optional.  

Students will take a teacher created final at the end of the course. 

GEOMETRY

1 High School Credit

In this course students will acquire tools to help them explore two-dimensional and three-dimensional space. These tools include Euclidean geometry, rigid motion transformations, dilations and similarity, and coordinate geometry. Students will learn how to prove various geometric facts about triangles, quadrilaterals, and circles by using axiomatic proof and coordinate geometry proof. Finally, students will model real world objects using geometric formulas for perimeter, area, and volume. Three dimensional objects such as prisms, pyramids, cones, cylinders, and spheres will be used in a variety of models. This course is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for Geometry.

Students will take the NYS Common Core Algebra regents exam at the end of the course.

MATH 10

.5 High School Credit

In this course, students will finish the Algebra curriculum that they started in Math 9.  

This is a 20 week course.  Students should follow up with Intro to Geometry.  

A scientific calculator is required for this course (Texas Instruments TI 30X IIS).  A graphing calculator will be used in the course (TI 84+, TI 84+CE) and purchasing one is optional.  

Students will take the NYS Common Core Algebra regents exam at the end of the course (January).

INTRODUCTION TO GEOMETRY

.5 High School Credit

In this course, students will explore different topics in the Geometry curriculum.  This is a 20 week course.  

A scientific calculator is required for this course (Texas Instruments TI 30X IIS).

Students will take a teacher created final at the end of the course.

ALGEBRA II

1 High School Credit

In this course students will learn about a variety of advanced topics in algebra. Students will expand their understanding about functions by learning about polynomial, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. These new functions along with linear, quadratic, and exponential, will be used to model a variety of problems, including compound interest, complex numbers, growth and decay, projectile motion, and periodic phenomena.

Polynomial and rational algebra is extensively covered including advanced factoring and polynomial long division. Advanced work in probability is included that focuses on the use of conditional probability. Extensive statistics work is done to help students understand how population parameters can help to infer properties about populations. This course is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for Algebra II.

A graphing calculator will be used in the course (TI 84+, TI 84+CE) and purchasing one is optional.  

Students will take the NYS Common Core Algebra II regents exam at the end of the course.

INTRODUCTION TO TRIGONOMETRY 1

.5 High School Credit

This course includes selected topics from the Algebra II curriculum. Students will increase their understanding of rational numbers, rational expressions and the real numbers. Geometry of the circle, functions, and transformational coordinate geometry will be introduced. 

Students need a scientific calculator with fractional capabilities for this course. A Texas Instruments TI 30X IIS is sufficient.

Students will take a teacher created final and the end of the course in January.

INTRODUCTION TO TRIGONOMETRY 2

.5 High School Credit

This course includes selected topics from the math Algebra II curriculum. The students will explore trigonometry in greater depth. Graphing calculators are used to investigate the graphs of trigonometric functions. Problems are solved using the law of sines and the law of cosines. 

Students need a scientific calculator with fractional capabilities for this course. A Texas Instruments TI 30X IIS is sufficient.

Students will take a teacher created final and the end of the course.

Students do not need to take Intro to Trig 1 in order to take this course.

MATH & FINANCIAL APPLICATIONS 1

.5 High School Credit

This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of real life financial situations.  Topics will include investments, credit cards, loans, paycheck calculations, taxes, business expenses and tax preparation.

Students will take a teacher created final at the end of the course in January.

MATH & FINANCIAL APPLICATIONS 2

.5 High School Credit

This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of real life financial situations.  Topics will include mortgages, property taxes, real estate, establishing a household budget, minimum wage, wage gaps, foreign currency, exchange rates, and school budgets.

Students will take a teacher created final at the end of the course in June.

Students do not need to take Financial 1 in order to take the course.

PRE CALCULUS

1 High School Credit

Optional GCC credit

This course is designed to give students an introduction to basic pre-calculus topics.  Topics will include but are not limited to properties of quadratics, function notation, properties of functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry equations, binomial expansion, trigonometric identities, and vectors.

Students may take this course for GCC credit.

Students will take a teacher created final and the end of the course.

ALGEBRA III & TRIGONOMETRY (COLLEGE ALGEBRA)

1 High School Credit

College Credit Available: MAT136 Algebra 3/Trigonometry

Topics include: Absolute value equations and inequalities; solving systems of linear equations using determinants; review of rational exponents, radical expressions and complex numbers; quadratic equations and inequalities; solving equations reducible to quadratic form; quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions and applications; graphs of functions; algebra of functions, inverse functions; conic sections; nonlinear systems of equations of inequalities; right triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions and the unit circle.

This course is for students who plan on attending college buy are not yet ready for the rigor of Calculus. It will be offered for college credit (3 credit hours) through GCC. Students must have earned three required high school math credits prior to taking this course. A scientific calculator is required but a graphing calculator (TI83+, TI 84+, or TI Nspire) is recommended. Accelerated College Enrollment credit is available if paid.

AP STATISTICS

1 High School Credit

Optional AP credit

AP®Statistics is a yearlong, college‐level course designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics exam.  The AP Statistics course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes evident in the content, skills, and assessment in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, probability and simulation, and statistical inference.  Students use technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they build conceptual understanding.

AP CALCULUS

1 High School Credit

Optional AP credit

AP® Calculus AB is a yearlong, college‐level course designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus AB exam. Major topics of study in this full‐year course include a review of pre‐ calculus; the use of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, and mathematical modeling of differential equations; and the applications of these concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of technology to solve problems and draw conclusions. The course uses a multi‐representative approach to calculus, with concepts and problems expressed numerically, graphically, verbally, and analytically. This course is aligned to the new College Board AP Calculus AB course description that was introduced in 2016.