Mathematics


Math Teachers
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Algebra 1 & Pt. 1
Geometry
Alg 2/ Ad. Math
 
Mr. Mathies Ms. Heintzen Mr. Ackerman
Ms. Morris Ms. Roger Mr. Bethel
Ms. Wall Ms. Summers Dr. Edmiston (chair)
    Ms. Jeansonne
  Ms. Lewis


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Algebra 1 Part 1 (2816 A   2817B)
Grade 9
1 year
This course covers topics in Algebra I at a slower, more in-depth approach with emphasis on the review of basic mathematical skills.  Students are required to complete projects.

Algebra 1 (2782 A   2783 B)
Grades 9-10
1 year
This course includes working with properties or real numbers, equations and inequalities, graphing, factoring, and arithmetic operations of polynomials, rational expressions, relations, functions and variations.  This course will prepare students to advance into Algebra II and other college bound advanced mathematics courses.

Financial Math (3072 A   3073 B)
Grades 11-12
1 year
This course is designed to provided a comprehensive review of the fundamental principles using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals with emphasis on percentages.  The course includes calculations regarding selling, buying, commissions, profits, discounts, income tax preparation, banking procedures, consumer information and other topics pertinent to business transactions.

Geometry (2890 A   2900 B)
Grades 10-11
1 year
Prerequisite: A 'C' average or better in Algebra I.
This course is an informal approach to the topics of geometry.  It includes relationships between points, lines, and planes, congruencies and similarities of polygons, properties of circles, constructions, areas, perimeters, volume of plane and solid geometric figures.

*Geometry (H) (2950 A   2960 B)
Grade 10
1 year
Prerequisite: A 'B' average or better in Algebra I.
This course covers all the material taught in geometry with more emphasis placed on proofs of theorems as well as interrelationships between algebra and geometry.

Algebra II (2830 A   2840 B)
Grade 11
1 year
Prerequisite: A 'C' or better average in Algebra I and Geometry.
This course includes properties of real numbers, sets and set notation, equations and inequalities, graphing, systems of sentences, relations and functions, complex numbers and quadratic equations.

*Algebra II (H) (2860 A   2870 B)
Grade 11
1 year
Prerequisite: 'B' or better average in Algebra I and science majors.
Recommended: For future math or science majors.
This course takes the topics of Algebra II to a greater depth.  In addition, matrices, exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomial functions are covered.

*$Intro College Algebra (3281 A   3282 B)
Grade 12
1 semester or 1 year elective
Recommended: College bound students who have below an 18 on the ACT and are not enrolled in Advanced Math
This course prepares those students for college algebra.  Students have the opportunity to receive a 'PASS' status for Developmental Mathematics at Southeastern Louisiana University upon successful completion of this course.

*$Trigonometry /MA 162 (3191 A)
Grade 12
1 semester
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra II and an 18 or above on the math section of the ACT.
This course is the study of trigonometric functions, which includes the graphing of trigonometric functions, the inverse trigonometric functions, function identities and the trigonometric triangle.  Students may earn three hours of credit in Math 162 at Southeastern Louisiana University for successful completion of this course.

College Alg/MA 161 (3192 B)
Grade 12
1 semester
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra II and an 18 or above on the math section of the ACT.
This course includes the study of equations and inequalities, functions and their graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic function, systems of equations and inequalities, and topics from analytic geometry.  Students, may earn three hours of credit in Math 161 at Southeastern Louisiana University for successful completion.

Advance Math
(3191 A   3160 B)
Grades 11-12
1 year
Prerequisite: Completion or enrolled in Algebra II.
This course is for students who have had little or no trigonometry.  It includes trigonometry and advanced algebra topics.

*Calculus (AP) (3111 A   3112 B)
Grades 11-12
1 year
Prerequisite: Advanced math and trigonometry
Challenging course for students who excel in mathematics, and applications will be explored.  TI-83 calculator recommended.  Small out-of-class projects and nightly homework.  This course prepares students to take the AP calculus exam.

Personal Money Mgmt (3015 S)
Grade 12
1 Semester
Recommended: College bound students who have a thorough understanding of basic math operations.
A one semester elective course emphasizing the practical use of established mathematical principles in the areas of banking, insurance, and investment strategies.  In addition, home financial management computer programs will be utilized.

     

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