The Integrated Mathematics Sequence provides an alternative to Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. The courses spiral concepts from algebra and geometry while continuing the development of fundamental skills. Integrated Mathematics II focuses on quadratic functions, probability, advanced geometry, and introductory trigonometry. This integrated program incorporates content not only from algebra but also from numbers and operations, geometry, proportional reasoning, data interpretation, and probability and statistics. The emphasis is on developing and strengthening algebraic thinking, conceptual understanding, and basic skills. The course stresses symbolic, graphing, and tabular representations of information and data. Integrated Mathematics II is the second of three courses in our Integrated Sequence.

Topics covered in this course are similar to those that are found in a regular section of Geometry, but the pace and academic rigor allows for the greater breadth and depth analysis of material. This course is for students possessing a strong understanding of Algebra I concepts, high mathematical aptitude, and good reasoning skills. Prerequisite: High achievement in Integrated Mathematics I.

Topics covered in this course are similar to those found in the regular section of Algebra II, but the pace and academic rigor allows for the greater breadth and depth analysis of material. Additional topics include exponential and logarithmic functions, right angle triangle trigonometry, circular functions, sequence and series, and might include elementary probability and statistics. Prerequisites: High achievement in both Integrated Mathematics I and II.

This is an introductory course to First Year College Calculus. Topics covered: review of functions, limits, continuity, rates of change of function and the derivative, and integration. Prerequisite: Pre-calculus or its equivalent with approval by the Mathematics Department.

This course is equivalent to an introductory, non-calculus based college course in statistics. Since statistics is a key element of many courses of study in college, any student interested in psychology, sociology, humanities, business, economics, biology/life sciences, medicine, mathematics/statistics, engineering, etc. would benefit from this course. The purpose of the advanced placement course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: exploratory analysis, planning a study, probability, and statistical inference. Students must have their own graphing calculator, which has a full menu of statistical functions. Science, engineering, business, and mathematics majors usually take an upper division calculus based course in statistics, for which the Advanced Statistics course will be an effective preparation. Prerequisites: Integrated Mathematics III, strong mathematical background, and permission from the instructor.

In this course, students will begin exploring how a nation’s income is measured, carefully analyze Gross Domestic Product and debate whether it’s an outdated measurement for growth. Next, a look into costs of living will segway into inflation and its relationship with unemployment. Understanding measurements for savings and investment will guide students into a look at the basic tools of finance. Open-economy concepts of trade balance, exchange rate, and aggregate supply/demand will broaden the lens of the class and initiate a look into developing nations and their economies. Lastly, students will play a stock game that will allow them to buy and short sell stocks on an on-line platform, tracking their portfolio over the course of the term. Short writing assignments, quizzes, and tests will be the primary forms of assessment in this class.

This courses is open to juniors and seniors or by departmental approval.

The Financial Literacy course is designed to inform and educate students in concepts of personal finance and money management. Students will begin to develop the skills and strategies that promote responsible personal financial planning. Topics include financial psychology; loans and credit; budgeting; savings and investing in the capital markets. This course is open to seniors or by department approval.