Math Courses
Algebra I
1st Year Students / Full Year / One (1) credit
This course will teach students practical applications of algebraic concepts to real-life problems. Students will learn to solve equations and variable expressions, explore scientific notation, apply algebraic equations to geometric shapes, analyze data through matrices and graphs both manually and computer-generated, and discover coordinate geometry and functions. The goals of this program are to prepare the student for future success by helping them develop their abilities to explore and solve mathematical problems, work cooperatively with others and communicate ideas clearly. Students are graded on regular class work and homework assignments and periodic quizzes and tests.
Geometry
2nd Year Students / Full Year / One (1) credit
Students will learn geometry through exploration activities and problems. Class participation is integral in the construction of definitions and discovering properties of geometric figures as they are introduced. Students develop conjectures regarding figures and the relationship among figures. This course is an excellent preparation for the PSAT and SAT tests. Topics covered include: Inductive Reasoning, Sequences/Number Patterns, Defining Line and Angle Relationships, Defining Parallel and Perpendicular Lines, Defining Polygons, Triangles and Special Quadrilaterals, Pythagorean Theorem, Geometric Constructions, Triangle Congruence, Proofs, Area and Volume. Students are graded on class participation, regular class work and homework assignments, and periodic quizzes and tests.
Honors Geometry
1st and 2nd Year Students / Full Year / One (1) credit
Students will cover all of the material outlined above for Geometry with the addition of the following: Area and Volume of Polygons and Circles, Similarity (Including Ratio, Proportion and Dilations), Trigonometry, Circles and Their Connections to Coordinate geometry, Trigonometry and Transformational Geometry. Students are graded on class participation, regular class work and homework assignments, and periodic quizzes and tests. Additionally, all students are required to submit an original year-end project as approved by the teacher.
Algebra II
3rd and 4th Year Students / Full Year / One (1) credit - Prerequisites: Algebra I
This course builds upon the concepts learned in Algebra I and Geometry. Students will learn how to use Algebra to model and solve real-life problems using systems of equations and inequalities, probability and statistics and graphs. Students will continue the exploration and application of functions, matrices and determinants, and quadratic functions. Further development of series and sequences and trigonometry will be covered focusing on practical applications to everyday life. This course is an excellent preparation for the PSAT andSAT tests. The goals of this program are to prepare the student for future success by helping them develop their abilities to explore and solve mathematical problems, work cooperatively with others and communicate ideas clearly. Students are graded on class participation, regular class work and homework assignments, and periodic quizzes and tests.
Algebra II Honors
3rd and 4th Year Students / Full Year / One (1) credit - Prerequisites: Algebra I
Students will cover all of the material outlined above for Algebra II with the addition of investigation in greater depth of the following: exponential, logaritmic, polynomial, rational and inverse functions. Students are graded on regular class work and homework assignments and periodic quizzes and tests.
Pre-College Mathematics
3rd and 4th Year Students / Full Year / One (1) credit - Prerequisites: Algebra I, II, & Geometry
This course focuses on real-life mathematics. Starting with basic mathematical skills of decimals, percents, fractions, measurement and statistics and building upon these to a firm understanding of Income, Banking, Credit, Transportation, Housing, Taxes, Insurance and Investments. The student will learn mathematical skills that are the basis for many practical applications in everyday life and be able to work cooperatively, critically analyze a problem and make an informed decision. Students are graded on class participation, regular class work and homework assignments, and periodic quizzes and tests.
Pre-Calculus
3rd and 4th Year Students / Full Year / One (1) credit - Prerequisites: Algebra I, II, & Geometry
This course is intended for students planning on taking Calculus in the following year - either at Sound School or college. Topics to be focused upon include: Function and Graphs of Functions, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometry, Analytic Trigonometry, Solving Systems of Equations, Matrices, Sequences and Series, Limits and Differentiation. Use of the graphing calculator will be emphasized throughout the curriculum. Students are graded on regular class work, nightly homework assignments and periodic quizzes and tests.
AP Calculus
4th Year Students / Full Year / One (1) credit - Prerequisites: Algebra I, II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus
This course prepares students to take the College Board's Advanced Placement exam in AB Calculus for college credit. Students can also receive college credit through the UConn High School Co-Operative Program if they maintain an average of 80 or above throughout the year. Topics covered in the course include: Infinite Limits &Differentiation, Applications of Differentiation, Integration, Log/Exponential & Transcendental Functions, Infinite Series and Integration Techniques. Use of the graphing calculator will be indispensable throughout the curriculum. Students are graded on nightly homework assignments, weekly problem sets, practice AP exams, UConn midterm & final exams, periodic tests and graded problem presentations.
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