Grades of A's and B's in 8 th grade Math. Any C students desiring to take the course will have to have shown some above average ability on ISAT and SAT tests and with instructor recommendation. Students should at least have a scientific calculator. Graphing calculators are optional at this time but may be required at the student's course work advances. Back to Chart Geometry Geometry emphasizes logical thinking through the understanding of deductive proof and applies algebraic concepts to geometric figures.
Geometric constructions are explored and algebra skills are maintained throughout the year.
This is a one year elective course offered to students in grades 10-12. This course is a college preparatory course that contains three quarters of advanced algebra. Beginning algebra is reviewed and new topics such as higher degree equations, complex numbers, and logarithms are included. The fourth quarter contains an introduction to trigonometry with the emphasis on notation, definitions, use of tables and calculators, and the fundamental identities. Students should allow extra study time in their schedules for this course.