Senior High Math Courses

Algebra I (8th or 9th Grade)

The Algebra I class combines existing math skills with abstract thinking to solve various problems. The class is designed to broaden the student's general math skills and prepare them for high mathematics in high school. Students will study mathematical principles regarding exponents, polynomials, systems of equations, graphing linear equations and inequalities, rational numbers, radicals, functions, and quadratic equations. (1 Credit)

Algebra II (10th or 11th Grade)

Algebra II reviews and extends the key concepts of Algebra I to increase the student's problem solving skills. Rational and radical expressions are reviewed and the concepts of relations, functions, and the complex number system are introduced. There is a thorough exploration of conic sections, logarithms, and the use of sequences and series. Applications for each concept are integrated throughout the course to give the students an idea of how these mathematical tools are used to solve real problems. Intelligent design in the concepts and applications points to the omniscience of the Creator of all minds. (1 Credit)

Geometry (9th or 10th Grade)

Geometry introduces the language and concepts necessary to reason and communicate deductively about objects and figures in space. The class will look in detail at triangles, figures in the plane, figures in space, parallel lines, quadrilaterals, congruency, similarity and relationships in circles. The use of postulates and theorems in the writing of formal proofs will be integrated into the above topics. Geometry is an exploration of the shapes and figures in our world using the tools of an analytical and logical mind to discover the unifying principles and patterns used by the Creator. (1 Credit)

Pre-Calculus (11th Grade)

Pre-Calculus leads the student to a deeper and more detailed understanding of the concepts of algebra, trigonometry, and analytical geometry. The course foreshadows important ideas of calculus and uses higher level skills to models real-life problems. Twelve basic functions are used throughout the course to develop the fundamental analysis skills necessary in calculus and advanced mathematics courses. Graphing calculator technology is fully integrated into every topic. (1 Credit)

AP Calculus AB(12th Grade)

Mathematics is a powerful tool which allows men and women to interact with God's creation, and ultimately to know God more completely. AP Calculus is a college level advanced placement course in Calculus. It is designed to meet or exceed the rigor of a first semester college calculus applications, and definite integrals and their applications. It is designed to enable students to excel in future studies and careers in math and science to the glory of Jesus Christ our Lord. (1 Credit)

Foundations of College Algebra (12th Grade)

This is a college preparatory course designed for students who anticipate going into careers that will have a limited requirement of college mathematics. The first semester will focus on a study of functions: polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric. The second semester will focus on topics from finite mathematics: matrix algebra, mathematics of finance, probability, and statistics. In addition, the course is designed to assist the student in preparation for the math portion of the college entrance exam and SAT test. - Foundations of College Algebra will satisfy the required elective credit for the Honors Diploma. (1 Credit)