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Pre-Algebra                                                      (grade 9) 1 credit

Students in this course will create and solve real life problems efficiently using variables.  Students will begin to make the transition from concrete numbers to abstract math.  Students will use problem solving and reasoning to solve multi-step problems using multiple strategies.  Students will explain or justify a solution using appropriate math vocabulary.  Writing, reading and listening skills will be emphasized. 
Pre-Requisite:  None

Integrated Math                                              (grade 10) 1 credit

Students in this course will apply concepts of number and operations, measurements, data analysis and probability.  Students will be exposed to such applications as using decimal/fraction/percent functions to determine net pay, taxes, and interests on loans, budgeting and investments.  Students will emphasize skills necessary for problem based solving and continued growth in mathematics.  Writing, reading and listening skills will be emphasized. 
Pre-Requisite:  None

Students in this course will understand patterns, relations, and functions.  Students will represent and analyze mathematical situations and structures using algebraic symbols.  Students will use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.  Students will build new mathematical knowledge through problem solving.  Students will apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems.  Writing, reading and listening skills will be emphasized.          
Pre-Requisite:  Successful completion of Pre-Algebra and/or Integrated Math

Students in this course study many topics that will prepare them for maintaining their personal finances.  Topics such as checking accounts, savings accounts, credit card usage, tax preparation, budgeting, insurance, and accounts receivable and payable are addressed.  Students maintain educational math journals that will prepare them to solve math problems using a problem-based learning approach.  Literacy is stressed throughout the course. 
Pre-Requisite: Successful completion of Pre-Algebra, Integrated Math, or Algebra 1


Geometry                                                     (grade 11-12) 1 credit

Students in this course will identify geometric forms and shapes and their properties.  Students will calculate perimeter and area for triangles and quadrilaterals.  Students will identify and/or verify properties of geometric figures using the coordinate plane and concepts from algebra.  Students will construct and/or draw and/or validate properties of geometric figures using appropriate tools and technology.  Writing, reading and listening skills will be emphasized. 
Pre-Requisite:  Successful completion of Algebra 1  


Algebra 2                                                         (grade 12) 1 credit

Students in this course will participate in an independent study curriculum with periodic conferencing by a certified mathematics instructor. 
Pre-Requisite:  Successful completion of Geometry