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Albertville High School Math Course Descriptions
MATH
Algebra II with Statistics
NOTE: FULFILLS ONE OF THE FOUR MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. IF A STUDENT CHOOSES TO TAKE THE ALGEBRAIC CONNECTIONS COURSE, IT MUST BE TAKEN PRIOR TO THE ALGEBRA II WITH TRIGONOMETRY COURSE. THE PREREQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE ARE ALGEBRA I AND GEOMETRY.
Algebra II with Trigonometry is a course designed to extend students’ knowledge of Algebra I with additional algebraic and trigonometric content. Mastery of the content standards for this course is necessary for student success in higher-level mathematics. The use of appropriate technology is encouraged for numerical and graphical investigations that enhance analytical comprehension.
Advanced Algebra II with Statistics
NOTE: FULFILLS ONE OF THE FOUR MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. Advanced study of Algebra II concepts contained in the Algebra II with trigonometry course.
Must meet 3 of the 4 requirements
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Geometry/ Pre-AP Geometry- minimum of 80 average
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Algebra I- minimum of 85 average
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Benchmark score on the Pre-ACT
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Benchmark score on math placement screener
Geometry with Data
NOTE: GEOMETRY IS ONE OF THE COURSES REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS.
The Geometry course builds on Algebra I concepts and increases students’ knowledge of shapes and their properties through geometry-based application, many of which are observable in aspects of everyday life. This knowledge helps develop visual and spatial sense and strong reasoning skills. The Geometry course requires students to make conjectures and to use reasoning to validate or negate these conjectures. The use of proofs and constructions is a valuable tool that enhances reasoning skills and enables students to better understand more complex mathematical concepts. Technology should be used to enhance students’ mathematical experience, not replace their reasoning abilities.
Advanced Geometry with Data
NOTE: FULFILLS ONE OF THE FOUR MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. Advanced study of geometric concepts contained in the Geometry course.
Must meet 3 of the 4 requirements
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Pre-Algebra- minimum 85 average
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Algebra I- minimum 85 average
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Benchmark score on the Scantron
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Benchmark score on math placement screener
Advanced Pre-Calculus
NOTE: FULFILLS ONE OF THE FOUR MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. Precalculus is a course designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra II with Statistics course. This course is considered to be a prerequisite for success in calculus and college mathematics. Algebraic, graphical, numerical, and verbal analyses are incorporated during investigations of the Pre-Calculus content standards. Parametric equations, polar relations, vector operations, conic sections, and limits are introduced. Content for this course also includes an expanded study of polynomial and rational functions, trigonometric functions, and logarithmic and exponential functions. Application-based problem solving is an integral part of the course. Instruction should include appropriate use of technology to facilitate continued development of students’
higher-order thinking skills.
Prerequisite
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Pre-AP Algebra II with Stats minimum 70 average or Algebra II with Trig minimum 75 average
Pre-Calculus
NOTE: FULFILLS ONE OF THE FOUR MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
AP Calculus AB
NOTE: FULFILLS ONE OF THE FOUR MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. College-level advanced math course approved by the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) program for calculus; functions, graphs, and limits; derivatives; integrals; polynomial approximations and series.
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Completion of Pre-AP Algebra II with Trigonometry with a minimum average of 90 OR Completion of Pre-AP Precalculus with a minimum average of 70
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an ACT Math Subscore of 23 allows students to bypass Pre-Cal and move into AP Calculus from Algebra II with trigonometry.
AP Calculus BC
NOTE: FULFILLS ONE OF THE FOUR MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. College-level course approved by the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Program for calculus; this course is an extension of AP Calculus AB rather than an enhancement; common topics require a similar depth of understanding.
Prerequisite
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Completion of AP Calculus AB with an average of 60.
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE:
NOTE: FULFILLS ONE OF THE FOUR MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
AP Statistics
NOTE: FULFILLS ONE OF THE FOUR MATHEMATICS CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. College-level course approved by the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Program. College-level advanced course approved by the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Program for statistics; an introductory, non-calculus-based course to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data.
Prerequisite
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Must meet Benchmark score on STAR 360 10th grade or above reading level (minimum)
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Completion of Pre-Ap Algebra II with trigonometry minimum average of 70 OR completion of Algebra II with trigonometry minimum average of 80
Finite Math
Provides students with the opportunity to explore mathematics concepts related to discrete mathematics and their application to computer science and other fields. Students who are interested in postsecondary programs of study that do not require calculus (such as elementary and early childhood education, English, history, art, music, and technical and trade certifications) would benefit from choosing Applications of Finite Mathematics as their fourth high school mathematics credit. It may also be a useful supplemental course for students pursuing a career in computer science.
Math Modeling
Designed to engage students in doing, thinking about, and discussing mathematics, statistics, and modeling in everyday life. It allows students to experience mathematics and its applications in a variety of ways that promote financial literacy and data-based decision-making skills.
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Math Department Faculty
Shelby Brothers-Finite Math, Algebra 2 Principles
Caitlyn Dickie-Math Modeling, Algebra 1, AP Computer Science
Amy Greer- Algebra 1, Advanced Algebra 2
Mary Hambey- Geometry, Math Modeling
Debra Hardin- Algebra 2 and Dual Enrollment Precalculus
Brian Harris- Geometry, Math Lab Elective, and Career Math
Karen Kirk- Geometry
Dena Dendy- Algebra 2 and Algebra 2 Principles
April Pritchett- Geometry, Advanced Geometry, and AP Statistics
Cheryl Roberson- Precalculus, AP Calculus AB/BC, Math Modeling, ACT Prep
Alisha Roeder- Precalculus and Algebra 1
Josh McClendon-Algebra 1 Principles, Math Lab Elective