Algebra I - 0919

Prerequisite:  none                                       

Grade:    9

Credit:    1.00

Concepts of Algebra I include real numbers, linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, systems of equations, and quadratics.  These concepts are introduced and developed at a pace conducive to the students’ learning styles.

College Prep Algebra I - 0921           

Prerequisite:  Teacher recommendation                                             

Grade:    9

Credit:    1.00

Concepts of Algebra I include real numbers, linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, systems of equations, and quadratics. Students develop a thorough understanding of algebra concepts at a faster pace and in more depth than Algebra I.

Honors Algebra I - 0917                      

Prerequisite:  Teacher recommendation; SFDHS Placement Tests

Grade:    9                                                       

Credit:    1.00

This course goes beyond the concepts of CP Algebra I.  The complexity level of the problems and the pace is greatly increased.  This course prepares students to continue with honors math courses through their high school career.

Double Math Program

Freshmen in either CP Algebra I or Honors Algebra I who demonstrate an exceptional understanding of algebraic concepts may be invited to take both Geometry and Algebra II - Trig their sophomore year. Students qualified to take CP Geometry will also take Alg II - Trig; students qualified to take Honors Geometry will also take Honors Alg II - Trig.

Students must maintain a high average in both classes during the entire sophomore year.

Geometry - 0918                             

Prerequisite: 65% or above in Algebra I; 72% or below in CP Algebra I; Teacher Recommendation       

Grade:    10                                     

Credit: 1.00

Concepts of Geometry include measurements, properties and relationships of points, lines, planes, angles, surfaces, and solids. The concepts of reasoning, logic, and proof are introduced and developed at a pace conducive to the students’ learning styles.

College Prep Geometry - 0922   

Prerequisite: 73% or above in CP Algebra I; 92% or below in Honors Algebra I; 95% or above in Algebra I; Teacher Recommendation

Grade: 9-10

Credit:    1.00

Students develop an in-depth knowledge of geometry topics, beginning with points, lines, and planes.  A thorough study of constructions, segments, angles, triangles, circles, polygons, solids, including congruence, similarity, and proportions will be covered.  Inductive and deductive reasoning and logical conclusion-making lead to a study of proof.

Honors Geometry – 0916

Prerequisite: CP Algebra 1 Students will be contacted by their teacher if they are qualified to move up to the Honors Math level; 93% or above in Honors Algebra 1 (Algebra 1 grades will be reviewed at the end of the year to ensure grade requirement is met.); Teacher Recommendation; Placement test scores for incoming freshmen will be used.

Grades: 9–10

Credit: 1.00

This course covers all topics from College-Prep Geometry at an accelerated pace while incorporating projects and a heavy concentration on proofs.

Algebra II - 0923                   

Prerequisite: 65% or above in Geometry, or 72% or below in CP Geometry and 76% or below in CP Algebra I; Teacher Recommendation

Grade:  11     

Credit:    1.00

Intended to help students comprehend the concepts of functions and acquire the ability to apply algebraic concepts and skills. Algebra II continues building on the algebra foundation developed during Algebra I with increased focus on functions, relations, systems of equations, rational, irrational and complex numbers and expressions, polynomial functions and equations, analytic geometry and expressions.

Algebra II-Trigonometry - 0928  

Prerequisite: 93% or above in Geometry; 73% or above in CP Geometry; 65-92% in Honors Geometry, 65-72% in CP Geometry and 77% or above in CP Alg. I; Teacher Recommendation

Grade:  10-11

Credit:    1.00

Algebra II - Trig continues to build on the algebraic foundations of Alg I as mentioned in Alg II description.  But the concepts covered will be at a faster, more in-depth pace.  This course will also cover trigonometry topics. A graphing calculator is required for this course.

Algebra II-Trigonometry - 0928      

Prerequisite:  93% or above in Geometry; 73% or above in CP Geometry; 65-92% in Honors Geometry, 65-72% in CP Geometry and 77% or above in CP Alg. I; Teacher Recommendation

Grade:    10-11                                                          

Credit:    1.00

Algebra II - Trig continues to build on the algebraic foundations of Alg I as mentioned in Alg II description.  But the concepts covered will be at a faster, more in-depth pace.  This course will also cover trigonometry topics. A graphing calculator is required for this course.

Honors Algebra II-Trigonometry - 0927      

Prerequisite:   95% or above in CP Geometry; 93% or above in Honors Geometry (freshman only);  For the Double Math Program, 95% or above in CP Algebra I or 93% or above in Honors Algebra I; Teacher Recommendation

Grade:    9-10                                                          

Credit:    1.00

This course is offered to advanced sophomore students who are willing to be challenged at a very high level.  It is a fast paced course designed to cover the Algebra II - Trigonometry curriculum and most of the Pre-Calculus curriculum in one year to allow students to begin Calculus during their junior year.  Students who excel in this course may take Calculus AP Track the following year. A graphing calculator is required for this course.

Algebra III-Trigonometry - 0951  (.5 year)

Prerequisite:   65% or above in Algebra II; 75% or below in Algebra II-Trig; Teacher Recommendation

Grade:    12                                                          

Credit:    0.50

Trigonometry is the study of the sides and angles of triangles.  This semester course will cover topics such as the six trigonometric functions and their graphs, the unit circle, trigonometric identities, and applications.  Included in this course will be an extension of the concepts of Algebra II, such as matrices, quadratics, and logarithms.

 *Seniors needing a 4th math credit must take both Statistics and Trigonometry.

Statistics - 0938 (.5 year)

Prerequisite: 65% or above in Algebra II; 75% or below in Algebra II-Trig; Teacher Recommendation; offered as an elective to students who have passed CP Geometry or Honors Geometry

Grade:    11-12                                                          

Credit:    0.50

Statistics is a branch of mathematics that deals with data.  Students will learn about the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of numerical data.  *Seniors needing a 4th math credit must take both Statistics and Trigonometry.

Pre-Calculus - 0924      

Prerequisite: 76% or above in Algebra II-Trigonometry; 80% or below in Honors Algebra II-Trig; Teacher Recommendation

Grade:    11-12                                                          

Credit:    1.00

Pre-Calculus is intended to prepare college-bound students for a first course in Calculus.  Some topics considered are:  polynomial functions, logarithmic functions, rational functions, and trigonometry. A graphing calculator is required for this course.

Intro to Calculus - 0949  

Prerequisite: Pass Pre-Calculus; 75% or below in Calculus AP Track; Teacher Recommendation

Grade:  11-12

Credit:  1.00

This course is intended to introduce seniors to many calculus topics prior to college.  The main topics of Pre-Calculus will be reviewed, and then concepts such as limits, derivatives and integration will be introduced.

CALCULUS COURSES

Calculus is a field of mathematics based on the idea of limits.  Differential calculus deals with the rate of change of a function.  Integral calculus deals with the concept of area.  Calculus courses provide students the opportunity to get an introduction to college mathematics and possibly earn college credit in mathematics while in highschool.  Thesecourses are intended to accelerate the math skills of students who are interested in a career in mathematics, engineering, medical, business, and other mathematical-based careers.  Students intending to take AP Calculus-Based Physics must also take AP Calculus AB or BC.

Calculus AP Track- 0935  

Prerequisite:  81% or above in Honors Algebra II-Trig; Teacher Recommendation

Grade:  10-11                        

Credit:  1.00

This course is a continuation of Honors Algebra II - Trigonometry and is designed for sophomores and juniors who intend to take AP Calculus AB and/or BC.  Some Pre-Calculus topics and differential calculus for polynomial functions, rational functions, and trigonometric functions will be covered.  Calculus AP Track is aligned with future AP Calculus courses and is intended to provide exposure to AP preparation, testing and topics.  Students will not receive college credit for this course and students are not required to take the AP exam; however students may voluntarily take the AP exam and should contact the instructor for additional information.

College Credit Plus: UF Math 141 Calculus I - 0942    

Prerequisite: 85% or above in Pre-Calculus or have taken Calculus AP Track (0935); Teacher Recommendation

Grade:  12

Credit:  1.00

This course is equivalent to Calculus I at the collegiate level.  Four semester hours of college credit can be earned.  This course is recommended for students who wish to earn college credit but are not intending to pursue a degree requiring higher level math courses.

AP Calculus AB - 0950                

Prerequisite:  76% or above in Calculus AP Track (0935); Teacher Recommendation

Grade:  11-12      

Credit:  1.00

This course fulfills the math prerequisite for AP Calculus Based Physics.  This course of study follows the curriculum for an AP Calculus AB course set by the College Board.  The students will study differential and integral topics found on the AP Calculus AB exam which are covered in a college level Calculus I course.   Some topics from a college level Calculus II course are covered as well.  Students interested in pursuing a career requiring advanced mathematics are encouraged to take AP Calculus courses.

Note: The AP Calculus AB Exam is required for this course.

AP Calculus BC - 0930                

Prerequisite:  Recommendation of AP Calculus AB teacher; Earn a score of Three on the Calculus AB exam

Grade:  11-12      

Credit:  1.00

This course follows the curriculum for an AP Calculus BC course set by the College Board, which covers college Calculus II topics.  The students will study differential and integral topics, along with sequences and series and proof work.  Students will participate in lab experiences at least once per quarter in data collection and analysis and discover the connections to the AP exam and other courses such as physics.

Note: The AP Calculus BC Exam is required for this course.  

AP Statistics - 0939      

Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation required; GPA of 85% or higher in math classes; Students must have taken Pre-Calculus, Calculus AP Track , Intro to Calculus, or AP Calculus AB

Grade:    12                                                          

Credit:    1.00

This rigorous course covers topics specified by the College Board.  Topics include exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, and statistical inference. The use of technology, including graphing calculators and computer software will be incorporated into the course. A summer assignment may be required.

Note: The AP Statistics Exam is required for this course.