3105A: Algebra I-Semester 1 (0.5 credit, Gr. 9-12)

3105B: Algebra I-Semester 2 (0.5 credit, Gr. 9-12)

Prerequisite for Semester 2: Algebra I-Semester 1

This course deepens and extends the understanding of expressions, equations, and functions studied in middle school math.  The focus will be on: 1) relationships between quantities and reasoning with equations, 2) linear and exponential relationships, 3) polynomial expressions and equations, and 4) quadratic functions and modeling. Students will analyze, solve and use functions to model situations. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.

 

3126A-Essential Math 1-(0.5 Elective Credit, Gr. 9-12)

3126B-Essential Math 2-(0.5 Math Credit, Gr. 9-12)

3125A-Essential Math 3-(0.5 Elective Credit, Gr. 9-12)

3125B-Essential Math 4-(0.5 Math Credit, Gr. 9-12)

Essential Math is designed to accompany Algebra I and/or Geometry and will focus on specific mathematical understandings directly related to being successful in high school math and beyond.  Classroom instruction will prioritize visual and hands-on models, mental math strategies, and discovering relationships among mathematical ideas.  Emphasis will also be placed on strategies to successfully examine mathematical situations in other math classes and the students’ world.  Students meeting Essential Math candidate requirements take this course.  Completing two years of this course will result in 1 full math credit that may replace Algebra I along with earning an additional 1 elective credit. Students who complete Essential Math over two years will have successfully demonstrated mastery on algebraic concepts needed to be successful on the Algebra I EOC.   Students will take the EOC at the end of Essential Math 4 and may proceed to Geometry.

 

3113A: Geometry-Semester 1 (0.5 credit, Gr. 10-12)

Prerequisite: Algebra I-Semester 1 and 2 OR Two Years of Essential Math;

3113B: Geometry-Semester 2 (0.5 credit, Gr. 10-12)

Prerequisite: Geometry -Semester 1

This course formalizes and extends students’ geometric experience from middle school.  Students explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving toward formal mathematical arguments.  Using rigid transformations early in the course provides a lens for students to explore subsequent geometric concepts. Topics include: 1) congruence, proof, and constructions; 2) similarity, proof, and trigonometry; 3) extending to three dimensions; 4) connecting algebra and geometry through coordinates; and 5) circles with and without coordinates. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.

 

3114: Honors Geometry (1 unit, Gr. 9-10, weighted)

Prerequisite: Algebra I-Semester 1 and 2

This course formalizes and extends students’ geometric experience from middle school.  Students explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving toward formal mathematical arguments.  Using rigid transformations early in the course provides a lens for students to explore subsequent geometric concepts. Topics include: 1) congruence, proof, and constructions; 2) similarity, proof, and trigonometry; 3) extending to three dimensions; 4) connecting algebra and geometry through coordinates; and 5) circles with and without coordinates. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.

 

3115: Algebra II (1 credit, Gr. 11-12)

Prerequisite: Geometry (may be taken concurrently if meets requirements)

Algebra II is a full year course building on the work from Algebra I.   Students will extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomials and rational/radical functions. Students will continue to improve their skills in solving equations over the complex numbers and solve exponential functions by using the properties of logarithms.   The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.

 

3116: Honors Algebra II (1 credit, Gr. 10-11, weighted)

Prerequisite: Geometry (may be taken concurrently if meets requirements)

Students meeting Honors requirements take Honors Algebra II.   Honors Algebra II students will demonstrate deep mathematical understandings through additional projects and assessments in addition to the rigorous requirements of Algebra II.

 

3115A: Algebra II-A (1 credit, Gr. 11-12)

Prerequisite: Geometry (may be taken concurrently if meets requirements)

Algebra II-A is a full year course covering the topics from the first semester of the regular Algebra II course, thus providing students an opportunity to study Algebra II topics in depth in an extended version. Students will continue the study of functions started in Algebra I and will focus on polynomials and rational/radical relationships. The complex numbers system will be introduced. Students will use functions to model relationships and determine solutions to problems. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.

 

3115B: Algebra II-B (1 credit, Gr. 12)

Prerequisite: Algebra II-A

Algebra II-B is a full year course covering the topics from the second semester of the regular Algebra II course, thus providing students an opportunity to study Algebra II topics in depth in an extended version. Students will continue the modeling with functions. The students will advance the study by including trigonometric and logarithmic functions. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.  Students can choose to enroll in this course for Dual Credit (high school/college).

 

3127: College Algebra - Dual Credit (1 credit, Gr. 11-12, weighted)

Prerequisites for college credit:  See Counseling Department for Dual Credit Requirements.

College Algebra is a study of various types of equations and inequalities, functions and their inverses, theory of higher degree equations, systems of equations, determinants, logarithms and exponentials, and applications.  Qualifying students may earn dual credit for MCC Math 120 or Truman State University Math 156.

 

3117: Probability and Statistics (0.5 credit, Gr. 9-12)

Note: This is a required course for all Juniors who are not enrolled in AP Statistics.

Prerequisite: Algebra I

This course is designed to interpret categorical and quantitative data, investigate experiment and survey designs, make inferences, and apply the rules of probability.  Focus will be placed on real-world problem solving and mathematical situations in context. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course. 

 

3124: AP Statistics (1 credit, Gr. 11-12 weighted)

Prerequisite: Algebra II or Honors Algebra II

The AP Statistics course is equivalent to an introductory, non-calculus based college course in statistics.  The course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data.  There are four themes in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, and statistical inference.  Students use technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they build conceptual understanding.

 

3119: Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry (1 unit, Gr. 11-12, weighted) 

Prerequisite: Algebra II or Honors Algebra II

This course is a prerequisite for the courses offered at the Mathematics/ Physics Institute.  Topics covered in this course include defining, evaluating and graphing Trig & Pre-Calculus functions, developing Trig & Pre-Calculus identities, solving triangles, polar coordinates and complex numbers, sequences and series, and conic sections.

 

3123: Brief Calculus (0.5 credit, Gr. 11-12, weighted)

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus with Trig or College Algebra, (may take concurrently second semester with either course)

This course is an overview of the skills in calculus.  Students will develop the ideas of limits, derivatives and integrals, along with applications in business and science. Note: this course will not prepare a student for the AP Calculus tests.

 

3143: Pre-Calculus - Dual Credit (MPI) (1 credit, Gr. 12, weighted)

Prerequisite: Algebra II or Honors Algebra II and a 3.0 unweighted GPA.

Students will be required to complete the Calculus Readiness Exam as part of the entrance requirement for the Math Physics Institute. Students must enroll concurrently in Physics - Dual Credit.

This course is offered at MPI and is a study of various types of algebraic equations and inequalities, functions and their inverses, theory of higher degree polynomial equations, system of equations, determinants, logarithms, exponentials and applications. A study of Trig & Pre-Calculus functions and their inverses, formulas and identities, conditional equations, radian measure, arc length, angular velocity, function graphing and solutions of triangles will be measured in this course. Students may receive five (5) college credit hours from MCC.  Students must provide their own transportation.

 

3144: Calculus I - Dual Credit (MPI) (1 unit, Gr. 12, weighted)

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry, a 3.0 unweighted GPA.

Students will be required to complete the Calculus Readiness Exam as part of the entrance requirement for the Math Physics Institute. Students must enroll concurrently in Physics - Dual Credit.

This course is a college-level introduction to Calculus.  It covers the topics of functions, graphs, limits and continuity, differentiation, maxima and minima, applications of the derivative, anti-derivatives, and applications of integration. The course is worth 1 unit of high school credit, with an option for five (5) hours of college credit through MCC. Students interested in earning Advanced Placement credit for this course should contact their counselor. Students must provide their own transportation.

 

3145: Calculus I & II - Dual Credit (1 credit, Gr. 12, weighted)

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus with Trig, a 3.0 unweighted GPA,

Students will be required to complete the Calculus Readiness Test as part of the entrance requirement for the Math Physics Institute. Students taking Calculus I & II - Dual Credit will also be enrolled in Physics for Science & Engineering - Dual Credit.

For the first semester, this course covers the same material as Calculus I - Dual Credit, described above. The second semester covers the topics of logarithmic functions, inverse Trig & Pre-Calculus functions, more advanced techniques of integration, improper integrals, approximation methods, infinite series, conics, and polar coordinates. The course is worth 1 unit of high school credit, with an option for ten (10) hours of college credit through MCC. Students interested in earning Advanced Placement credit for this course should contact their counselor. Students must provide their own transportation.

 

1120: LEP Mathematics (1 credit, Gr.  9-12) (THS Only)

Students who have already received credit for Algebra I are not eligible for this class.

This course is for ELL students who need to develop their math skills and language before they are ready for Algebra I. Students will: 1) engage in basic conversations about algebraic concepts; 2) apply skills in mathematical and real-world contextual settings; 3) develop operations in real numbers, expressions, and equation concepts; 4) compose text using standard English conventions in responding to mathematical problems; 5) prepare to participate in activities and assessments based on the Missouri Learning Standards for mathematics.